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**$1,500 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates**
**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.??**
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
**Primary Responsibilities:**
Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act and agency's policies
Implements plan of care initiated by the Registered Nurse
Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care
Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care
Participates in the coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the Registered Nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor
Follows all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelines/standards as per agency policy
Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently
Participates in personal and professional growth and development
Adheres to the Agency's Standard Operating Procedures as it relates to the submission of the documentation
**Communication:**
Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary
Communicates with the physician regarding the patients' needs and reports any changes in the patients' condition; obtains/receives physician's orders as required
Coordinates services and schedules with the Clinical Team Manager (CTM) and Clinical Team Coordinator (CTC/Scheduler) to include recommendations for additional home health care services for patients by the end of the work day
**Additional Duties:**
Participates in on-call duties within the on-call rotation schedule, to include weekends as assigned
Demonstrates knowledge and observance of Patient Rights and Notice of Privacy Practices
Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available
Maintains a daily patient case load and point of care documentation levels, as per Agency standards
Requires the availability of accepting patients during business hours (8 a. m. - 6 p. m.)
Requires updating the time card daily, as per UHG Policy
Requires contacting patients the night before the scheduled visit to provide an arrival time within a two (2) hour window
Requires obtaining pre-approval from direct supervisor for overtime
Requires the ability to work flexible schedule to meet patients' needs
Demonstrates personal responsibility with regard to attendance and punctuality
Maintains privacy and confidentiality with regard to all patient, staff, and agency information
Demonstrates flexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate while working with others or in place of others, as necessary
Expresses verbal and written communication in a clear, positive and cooperative manner
Promotes the agency's image by adhering to the agency's dress code
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 equivalent
Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
Current unrestricted license in the state of Texas as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (for Texas employees)
Have and maintain current CPR certification
2+ years clinical experience preferable in a community home health or medical/surgical setting
Demonstrated thorough knowledge of current nursing practice, professional standards of care and state and federal regulations regarding home care
Valid Texas (for Texas employees) Driver's License and maintain personal auto insurance coverage in accordance with organization requirements
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
**Skills/Abilities:**
Demonstrates excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving, basic math skills, and nursing skills per competency checklist
Evidence of independent nursing practice in delivering nursing care required
Must be able to endure prolonged or considerable walking or standing; lift position or transfer patients in a proximate location; lift supplies and equipment; perform reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling or crouching.
Visual acuity and hearing, functional or corrected, to perform required nursing skills
Complies with accepted professional standards and practices
Basic computer skills to include:Microsoft Word, Outlook, and other e-mail systems
Must be able to prioritize and communicate objectives clearly
Experience working with electronic medical record application required
Ability to interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams
Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
**Physical and Mental Requirements:**
Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds (must be able to lift and transfer patients from one location to another, ifnecessary
Ability to push/pull heavy objects using up to fifty (50) pounds of force. Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to stand for extended period of time
Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery
Ability to properly drive and operate a personal/company vehicle
Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing
Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex situations
**Work Environment (Patient's Home):**
May work in patient homes under varying conditions with possible exposure to fumes, odors, pets, insects, rodents, blood, body fluids and infectious diseases; s
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