Licensed Practical Nurse

Cherokee Federal; Grand Forks Afb (ND); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K

Military friendly employer

401K

Job summary

An integrated health service provider in North Dakota is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The role involves advising patients on referrals and coordinating with medical staff. Candidates must have a valid nursing license and at least 2 years of clinical experience. This is a military friendly position encouraging veterans to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years clinical nursing experience in inpatient or outpatient care.
• License must be valid and unrestricted.
• Shall have knowledge of military patient referrals.
• Licensure must be valid and unrestricted in all held jurisdictions.
• Computer skills with Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Strong medical ethics and professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Advise patients of referral eligibility and coordinate with MTF staff.
• Assist MTF in advising patients regarding various issues.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Assist with Line-of-Duty, PRP, and Medical Evaluation Board guidance as applicable.
• Ensure all paperwork is on file before authorization and coordinate communications between beneficiaries and staff.

Skills

English fluency

Clinical nursing experience

Medical care criteria interpretation

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Customer service skills

medical ethics

communication with providers

Education

Professional license for LPN

Tools

MHS Genesis

Microsoft applications

Job description

As required by our governmental client, this position requires an active Public Trust or the ability to obtain and maintain one to qualify.

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen.

Accurately advises patients of their referral eligibility, beneficiary status, and health treatment options as outlined by their TRICARE enrollment and/or DEERS status. Coordinates with military treatment facility (MTF) staff for all active, reserve, and guard referrals not covered under the TRICARE benefit for approval. Directs patients to the patient travel coordinator and provides information on travel related benefits. Assists MTF as necessary in advising patients regarding Line-of-Duty, Personal Reliability Program (PRP), and Medical Evaluation Board issues as outlined in AFI 41-210, Tricare Operations and Patient Administration Functions, and AFI 36-3212, Physical Evaluation for Retention, Retirement, Separation (in conjunction with MTF Physical Evaluation Board Liaison Officer and MTF monitors). Verifies appropriate paperwork is on file prior to authorization. Initiate, receive, and coordinate (telephone/computer/written) communication between beneficiaries, team members, internal staff and providers, network/outside providers and ancillary health care workers regarding specialty clinic appointments and referrals.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Licensed Practical Nurse, (LPN): Pay commensurate with experience. Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Licensed Practical Nurse, (LPN) Responsibilities Include

• Shall read, understand, speak, and write English fluently.
• Shall have knowledge, skills and computer literacy to interpret and apply medical care criteria, such as, but not limited to, InterQual or Milliman Ambulatory Care Guidelines.
• Shall have a minimum of two (2) years broad-based clinical nursing experience in either an inpatient or outpatient care setting within the last three (3) years.
• License must be valid and unrestricted. Contract personnel shall be in good standing, and under no clinical restrictions, with the licensure boards in all jurisdictions in which a license is held or has been held within the last ten (10) years.
• Operational computer skills with general working knowledge of word processing, and Microsoft applications (including Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook).
• General medical ethics, telephone etiquette, written/verbal/electronic communication, and customer service skills.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Licensed Practical Nurse, (LPN) Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities Requested

• Professional license for LPN required.
• Knowledge of MHS Genesis is preferred.
• Knowledge of military patient referrals is preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

#CherokeeFederal Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.