Clinic LVN Well Med Austin Tx
Company: Optum
Location: Round Rock
Posted on: April 24, 2024
Job Description:
$2500 Sign on Bonus Available for External Candidates
Incentive Bonus 2 times a year
18 days of PTO & Closed on Major Holidays
401K Match
Opportunities at WellMed , part of the Optum family of businesses.
We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of
medical care. Here, you will join a team who shares your passion
for helping people achieve better health. With opportunities for
physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles, you can
make a difference with us as you discover the meaning behind
Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Under the direction of providers (defined as an MD, DO, DPM, NP, or
PA) or RNs, the LVN/LPN provides clinical support functions and
professional nursing care to patients using established standards
of clinical nursing care and procedures approved by the applicable
state board of nursing. Is an active member of the health care team
to assess patients' needs, provide input into the plan of care and
implement prescribed interventions.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Performs all nursing duties within the scope of a Licensed
Vocational/Practical Nurse (procedures, injections, medication
administration, EKGs, phlebotomy) as determined by the applicable
State Board of Nursing
- Participates in implementing established education plans for
patients and their families with common health problems and
well-defined health learning needs
- Coordinates patient care as directed by providers, RNs, and
policies, including referrals, transition visits, medications,
procedures, and follow-up
- Documents chief complaint and rooms patients according to
policy and procedures, prepares patient for examination
- Telephonically obtains information on chief complaint and
symptoms and accurately relays information to the provider
- Collects data and performs "focused" nursing assessment of
patients; assists in the evaluation of a patient's response to
treatment and identifies patient's needs; communicates findings to
the provider
- Records patient assessment and care in the medical record in an
accurate and timely manner
- Reviews the patient record, chart, reports (including
laboratory and x-ray), and other pertinent information for patients
prior to being seen by the provider and reports relevant
information to the provider and/or RN
- Provides a safe environment (OSHA standards) for patients and
staff in the clinic
- Ensures patient confidentiality (HIPAA) at all times and treats
patients with courtesy and respect
- Organizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms and
sterilizes instruments
- Practices standard infection control precautions
- Ensures medication management follows policies and procedures;
appropriately documents medications & immunizations in patient
records
- Follows laboratory management policies & procedures and CLIA
standards; collects lab samples and ensures proper labeling
- Fulfills medication refill requests following approved
protocols
- If certified in IV therapy; starts peripheral lines, monitor
and adjusts flow rates, prime IV lines, changes dressing on IV
sites (if needed) and discontinues venous lines
- Performs all other related duties as assigned You'll be
rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that
will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to
succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles
you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- If required by the clinic, IV certification must be
obtained
- Current and unrestricted State Vocational/Practical Nursing
license
- Current BLS certification
- Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office
procedures
- Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic
medical records
- Proven effective listening and communication skills; proper use
of grammar and spelling
- Proven ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency
situations
- Proven ability to perform medical procedures, give injections
and perform phlebotomy
- Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationship with providers/staff, patients, and the community
- Proven good communication and customer service skills
- This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof
of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus,
Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity,
documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of
disease
Preferred Qualifications:
- IV certification
- 2+ years of experience in a medical setting
- Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding Physical & Mental
Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 25 pounds of
force
- Ability to use fine motor skills to operate equipment and/or
machinery
- Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or
in writing Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex
problem solving Occasionally requires exposure to communicable
diseases or bodily fluids At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to
help people live healthier lives and make the health system work
better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender,
sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to
live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too
many barriers to good health which are disproportionately
experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups
and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our
impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable
care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes
- an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Keywords: Optum, Pflugerville , Clinic LVN Well Med Austin Tx, Healthcare , Round Rock, Texas
Didn't find what you're looking for? Search again!
Loading more jobs...