Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Valor Healthcare, Inc.
Location: Gardena
Posted on: April 15, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate
Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at the Community Based
Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in (gardena). In exchange for your
dedication and experience, we are proud to offer a competitive
salary, excellent benefits, generous time off and a weekday
schedule.Our mission is simple: to provide quality healthcare to
America's veterans through our healing focus, indebted hearts, and
tireless resolve. Valor operates more than 50 VA CBOCs in the
United States as a contractor for the U.S. Department of Veterans
Affairs. We provide a full range of medical services to veterans
through the operations of CBOCs, tailored to meet the specific
needs of local VA medical centers. Our comprehensive set of
services includes primary care, diagnostics, laboratory,
telehealth, behavioral health, and more.As a Licensed Practical
Nurse with Valor Healthcare, you will provide prescribed medical
treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and
injuries seeking treatment in the clinic, as directed by physician
or mid-level provider. In addition, you will collaborate with the
core PACT Team (Primary Care Provider, RN and Medical Assistant)
and expanded PACT Team including family/caregiver, VA, and
community-based services involved in developing the patient care
plan.Core ResponsibilitiesPatient CareActively assists with patient
care, physical examinations and ancillary tests.Performs the annual
and routine nursing assessments and performs preventive health
services authorized by the VA and the clinic Medical Director. This
includes interviewing and collecting patient information, including
pain assessment, pulse rate, temperature, height & weight, blood
pressure and other relevant details. Records information in
patient's electronic medical record.Administers medications, as
appropriate or ordered by a medical provider, orally, or by
subcutaneous or intramuscular injection, and notes time and amount
in patients' electronic charts, applies compresses, both hot and
cold as indicated. Observes patient and reports adverse reactions
to the clinic physician.Operates electrocardiograph (EKG) and other
diagnostic equipment to administer routine diagnostic test and
treatments, including glucometers, pulse oximeters, nebulizers,
oxygen equipment, spirometry, eye exams, etc.Dresses wounds and
incisions, interprets physician's instructions to patients, assists
with emergencies, and performs related tasks, as directed. o
Collects lab specimens, including but not limited to urine, blood
and sputum, from patients for testing and may perform waived
laboratory tests on these specimens.Cleans treatment rooms,
equipment and supplies using approved manufacture wipes and/or
solutions.Submits any received laboratory and radiology results to
medical providers and provides private practice results to VA for
scanning or scans results into patient's medical records after the
provider has reviewed.Inputs all patients' information into
VISTA/CPRS o Completes any and all clinical reminders "due" at the
time of each patient visit.May assist with front desk for check-in,
check-out and phone coverage. o Assists in co-managed care
collaboration with non-VA providers, and facilities.Provides
patient and family health education with a focus on
self-management, prevention, wellness, related health issues and
healthy lifestyle choices. Advises in services available through
community resources.Maintains confidentiality of veterans' data and
information.Complies with all VA and company training
requirements.Compliance Fulfill compliance requirements of the
Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission (JC),
Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance and other
related items.Clinical OutcomesRemain focused on achieving
excellent clinical outcomes through the specified VA
guidelines.Customer ServiceMust provide excellent customer service
to each veteran, both in person and over the phone, as well as to
fellow colleagues and clinic visitors.Establish and maintain a
warm, welcoming and professional atmosphere for our colleagues and
veterans, ensuring needs and expectations are consistently
met.Collaborate with Clinic leadership to resolve veteran concerns
or complaints.Enrollment GrowthParticipate in the clinic's outreach
events to help support the clinic's enrollment initiatives.Save &
Recapture: Support patient enrollment and retention in
appointments, follow-up visits or nurse visits.Requirements:
Diploma or certificate of an accredited program of practical or
vocational nursing as approved by the state. Minimum one-year
experience as an LPN/LVN in a related primary care or ambulatory
care setting; government healthcare environment preferred. Specific
requirements could vary based on individual VA contract. Must be
credentialed and remain in good standing through the Veterans
Health Administration (VA). Must comply with and maintain all
requirements for a valid, unrestricted license in the state of
desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on
VA contractual requirements. Current certification in Basic Life
Support (must be renewed periodically as specified by the
certifying agency - e.g., AHA valid for two years) and in ACLS as
specified by individual VAMC contract. Proficiency in written and
spoken English. Strong computer skills, including EMR experience.
Energetic and optimistic demeanor This is considered a safety
sensitive position.Qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability,
or protected veteran status.
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