Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Valor Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Valor Healthcare is seeking a Telehealth Technician/LPN to support the Community Based Outpatient Clinic in SW San Antonio. This on-site role supports telehealth modalities, nursing assessments, and care coordination with the VA and PACT team.

The ideal candidate is an LPN/LVN with at least 1 year in primary or ambulatory care, BLS/ACLS as required, and proficient in EMR and care documentation. Join a veteran-focused, patient-centered team committed to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certificate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Minimum one year experience as LPN/LVN in primary or ambulatory care setting.
• Must be credentialed and in good standing through VA (where applicable).
• BLS certification; ACLS as specified by contract.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English; EMR experience.

Responsabilités

• Provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care to patients in the clinic.
• Collaborate with the PACT team and VA in developing patient care plans.
• Administer medications and document in patient records; monitor for adverse reactions.
• Perform routine nursing assessments, vital signs, and collect patient information.
• Assist with telehealth modalities, scheduling, and room/equipment coordination.

Connaissances

EMR experience

Computer skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Formation

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) license

Diploma or Certificate in Practical Nursing

Description du poste

Full-time Description

Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate Telehealth Technician/LPN to join our team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in SW San Antonio.

This position in on-site, it is not a remote position.

About Us

Valor Healthcare is a veteran- and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots – those who serve or have served in the military as well as those who devote their careers to federal government service. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation’s greatest asset: its people. Valor works hard to earn the trust of those who have faith in us to care for them with respect and through methods that lead to superior clinical outcomes.

Valor is different because of our people.

• Our leadership team is comprised of veteran, clinicians, and business leaders dedicated to providing exceptional care and a world-class patient experience for our nation’s patriots.
• Many of our colleagues have patriots in their families or are patriots themselves, building a company culture and commitment to customer service that is second to none.

As a Telehealth Technician/LPN, 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. 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 Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Actively assist with patient care, physical examinations and ancillary tests via telehealth modalities, including Clinical Video Teleconferencing (CVT), Care Coordination Store and Forward (CCSF), Care Coordination Home Telehealth (CCHT), E-Consults, My HealtheVet Secure Messaging and others. Educate patients and staff as applicable.
• Oversee telehealth appointment scheduling, working with parent VAMC schedulers to ensure appointments are managed and no conflicts with telehealth rooms and equipment. Troubleshoot scheduling conflicts with parent VAMC subject matter experts.
• Perform the annual and routine nursing assessments and performs preventive health services authorized by the VA and the clinic Medical Director, including 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.
• Administer 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.
• Operate electrocardiograph (EKG) and other diagnostic equipment to administer routine diagnostic test and treatments, including glucometers, pulse oximeters, nebulizers, oxygen equipment, spirometry, eye exams, etc.
• Dress wounds and incisions, interpret physician’s instructions to patients, assist with emergencies, and perform related tasks, as directed.
• Collect lab specimens, including but not limited to urine, blood and sputum, from patients for testing and may perform waived laboratory tests on these specimens.
• Clean treatment rooms, equipment and supplies using approved manufacture wipes and/or solutions.
• Submit any received laboratory and radiology results to medical providers and provide private practice results to VA for scanning or scans results into patient’s medical records after the provider has reviewed.
• Ensure that the proper clinic stop codes/identifiers are being used for each modality in order to ensure proper capture of workload. Troubleshoot coding concerns.
• Inputs all patients’ information into VISTA/CPRS
• Complete 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.
• Assist in co-managed care collaboration with non-VA providers, and facilities.
• Provide 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. o Complies with all VA and company training requirements.

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.

Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.

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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