Licensed Practical Nurse – Team Lead, Medication Management

Lutheran Family Services; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Lutheran Family Services in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Team Lead for Medication Management to direct daily operations, oversee the MM team, and collaborate with medical practitioners to ensure quality care.

The role requires Nebraska LPN licensure, leadership experience, and strong communication; the position offers a $2,500 hiring bonus and a full-time schedule with hybrid in-office/remote work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in Nebraska.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medications and adverse effects.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations and guide Medication Management team.
• Develop processes to improve departmental efficiency.
• Collaborate with practitioners to ensure effective schedules and workflows.
• Assist patients with enrollment in medication assistance programs.
• Manage patient medication refills, records, and lab requests.
• Document patient communications in the EHR system.
• Maintain professional, trauma-informed care and client relations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Problem solving

Integrity

Empathy

Leadership

Attendance

Mission & values

Education

LPN Nebraska license

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Position:Licensed Practical Nurse – Team Lead, Medication Management

Location: 2301 O St

Lincoln, NE

Job Id:736

# of Openings:1

Licensed Practical Nurse – Team Lead, Medication Management - $2,500 Hiring Bonus!

Job Type

Full-Time

Position Summary

• The LPN Team Lead directs daily operations and program development to promote effective, efficient, responsive, and quality service. This individual participates in multidisciplinary collaboration to perform all services within the LPN’s scope of practice under the direction of the medical practitioners. This individual guides patients by providing support services and encourages engagement in the treatment process (education and integrated support, advocacy, coordination of care, etc.).


• This position is currently offering a $2,500 hiring bonus!

Job Duties

• Lead daily operations and guide Medication Management (MM) team members.


• Develop processes to increase departmental efficiencies and aid in implementing solutions.


• Interact and collaborate regularly with practitioners to provide direction and oversight of effective schedules, efficient workflows, and continual improvement.


• Assist patients with enrollment in medication assistance programs and work with Lincoln Regional Center for Legislative Bill 95 (LB 95) patient medications.


• Manage and/or request patient medication refills, medical records, and lab requests.


• Liaise between the patient and practitioner between medication management appointments.


• Assist in patient referral needs as directed by the practitioner.


• Schedule and administer injections as directed by the practitioner.


• Take and document vital signs, lab results, etc.


• Maintain storage of medications, including required monthly counts and documentation.


• Manage process correspondence from pharmaceutical representatives in regard to patient enrollment status/applications and medication sample supply.


• Notify practitioners of patient-reported side effects from medication.


• Document patient correspondence in Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.


• Maintain a positive and respectful demeanor toward all clients and staff in alignment with recovery-focused, trauma-informed care.


• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.


• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Excellent time management and prioritization skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.


• Strong problem-solving skills.


• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.


• Awareness and sensitivity of the organization’s constituents and populations served by employees.


• Ability to build and develop a positive team culture.


• Regular and predictable attendance, and promptness for work.


• Commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and values of Lutheran Family Services.


• Support the organization’s objective to be an inclusive and accessible workplace.


• Leadership


• Communication (Verbal and Written)


• Empathy


• Taking Initiative


• Critical Thinking

Education and Experience

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Nebraska.


• At least two years of medical experience are required.


• Leadership experience preferred.


• Knowledge of medications, potential side effects, and co-occurring medical conditions.


• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.


• Valid driver’s license, liability auto insurance, and the ability to drive for organizational business.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Hybrid work environment (in office and remote)

Lutheran Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of age, race, religion, color, ethnicity, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.