Wellness Nurse: AWV & Preventive Care Lead

SouthCoast Health; Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthCoast Health is seeking a licensed practical nurse or medical assistant to provide professional nursing care during annual wellness visits. You will document AWVs in the EMR, promote preventive care, and coordinate care with physicians and care teams. Strong emphasis on patient education and confidentiality.

The role requires one year of clinical experience, current BLS/CPR, and knowledge of infection control. Work environment is primarily clinical with adherence to safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• LPN graduate preferred from an accredited program.
• MA with high school diploma or equivalent; approved Medical Assistant training or national cert required, with evaluation process if no program.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in hospital or office practice.
• LPN/MA current BLS/CPR certification.
• Knowledge of infection control, confidentiality, and medical charge reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care during annual wellness visits.
• Document AWV in EMR and maintain patient records.
• Educate patients on health maintenance and preventive care.
• Conduct screenings and assessments per physician guidance.
• Coordinate care and communicate with care teams via EMR messaging.

Skills

Assessment & assistance

Universal precautions

Health information management

Tact & professionalism

Computer literacy

Education

LPN - accredited practical/voc nursing program

MA - high school or equivalent; completed Medical Assisting program or cert

Tools

EMR system

Job description

SouthCoast Health is seeking a licensed practical nurse or medical assistant to provide professional nursing care during annual wellness visits. You will document AWVs in the EMR, promote preventive care, and coordinate care with physicians and care teams. Strong emphasis on patient education and confidentiality.

The role requires one year of clinical experience, current BLS/CPR, and knowledge of infection control. Work environment is primarily clinical with adherence to safety guidelines.