$1000 Sign on Bonus 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 NursingParticipates in implementing established education plans for patients and their families with common health problems and well-defined health learning needsCoordinates patient care as directed by providers, RNs, and policies, including referrals, transition visits, medications, procedures, and follow-upDocuments chief complaint and rooms patients according to policy and procedures, prepares patient for examinationTelephonically obtains information on chief complaint and symptoms and accurately relays information to the providerCollects 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 providerRecords patient assessment and care in the medical record in an accurate and timely mannerReviews 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 RNProvides a safe environment (OSHA standards) for patients and staff in the clinicEnsures patient confidentiality (HIPAA) at all times and treats patients with courtesy and respectOrganizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms and sterilizes instrumentsPractices standard infection control precautionsEnsures medication management follows policies and procedures; appropriately documents medications & immunizations in patient recordsFollows laboratory management policies & procedures and CLIA standards; collects lab samples and ensures proper labelingFulfills medication refill requests following approved protocolsIf 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 linesPerforms 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 GEDCurrent and unrestricted State Vocational/Practical Nursing licenseCurrent BLS certificationKnowledge of medical terminology and medical office proceduresProficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical recordsProven effective listening and communication skills; proper use of grammar and spellingProven good communication and customer service skillsDemonstrated ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situationsDemonstrated a bility to perform medical procedures, give injections and perform phlebotomyDemonstrated a bility to establish and maintain effective working relationship with providers/staff, patients, and the communityIf required by the clinic, IV certification must be obtainedThis 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 diseasePreferred Qualifications:
IV certification2+ years of experience in a medical settingKnowledge of ICD-10 and CPT codingPhysical & Mental Requirements
Ability to lift up to 25 poundsAbility to push or pull heavy objects using up to 25 pounds of forceAbility to use fine motor skills to operate equipment and/or machineryAbility to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writingAbility to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solvingOccasionally requires exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluidsAt 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.