LPN Bachelor's Degree Jobs

Skills Needed: Employees performing services shall be either a native English speaker or shall be proficient in understanding (reading, speaking, listening and writing) English. They shall be capable of effectively communication with patients and MTF staff. If a non-native speaker, proof of a minimum score or higher of the TOEIC score: 780.
 Must possess a valid US issued LPN or LVN license.
 Must have a valid BLS (Course C) or American Red Cross CPR/BLS
 Must have at least 1 year of experience within the last three (3) years in the performance of an LVN or LPN.
 LPN or LVN shall have knowledge of established medical principles, practices, requirements, procedures and regulations, and their application in a military health care setting primarily for active duty members as they relate to the specialized practice of Aerospace Medicine
 LPN or LVN shall have knowledge and skills to effectively apply LVN or LPN functions: a) Assessment: Identification of patients that need special medical and education needs/management; comprehensive collection of patient information and medical status; and continued evaluation of an established plan of care; b) Planning: Collaboration with the patient, family/caregiver, primary provider and other members of the health care team for developing an effective plan of care; c) Facilitation: Care coordination and communication among all involved parties; d) Advocacy: Support for the patient and family/caregivers to ensure identified education and appropriate, timely care coordination is received.
 LPN or LVN shall have knowledge of overall medical service and individual medical treatment facility organization, management, mission, purpose, programs, related requirements in various administrative areas, philosophy, and objectives on a practical level, as well as an understanding of the JCAHO, AAAHC, and HIS standards and AF and DoD instructions.

Skills Needed: Skills & Requirements
• Four (4) years of clinical nursing experience required. LPN/LVN shall have held full-time employment in a nursing field for twelve (12) out of the last twenty-four (24) months (Mandatory).
• Must have a working knowledge of Ambulatory Procedure Grouping (APGs), Diagnostic Related Grouping (DRGs), International Classification of Diseases-Version 9 (ICD), Current Procedural Terminology-Version 4 (CPT-4) coding and InterQual or Milliman Ambulatory Care Guidelines.  Working knowledge is defined as having at least one (1) year of experience working these items or training certs.

Education:
• Graduation from a State Board of Nursing approved LPN/LVN training program or completion of equivalent the United States military training that permits sitting for a state licensure examination.

License/certification:
• Must be a current U.S. LPN/LVN

Skills Needed: Experience/Knowledge
• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, and regulations to give and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of how to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care.
• Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.
• Skill in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to make responsible decisions within the scope of a dependent medical practitioner.
• Ability to develop health education programs and materials.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to respond with flexibility to changing work load or patient assignments.
• Ability to use department supplies and equipment in a cost-efficient, effective manner.

Education/Certifications:
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in state of practice.
• Master's degree from an approved nurse practitioner program required.
• Nationally Certified as a Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner.
• Current Certification in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for medical provider is required, Advanced Cardiac Life Support may also be required based on contract scope of services.
• Minimum of three years' professional nursing experience in a clinic setting.
• Two years of nurse practitioner experience preferred.

Skills Needed: Educational and Skills Requirements:
• Four (4) years of clinical nursing experience is required. LPN/LVN shall have held full time employment in a nursing field for twelve (12) out of the last twenty-four (24) months (mandatory). Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be qualifying if the experience is directly related to utilization management. Equivalency combinations must be acceptable to the MTF and approved by the Contracting Officer.
• Graduation from a State Board of Nursing approved LPN/LVN training program or completion of equivalent United States military training that permits sitting for a state licensure examination.
• Nurse applicants must be a current U.S. LPN/LVN.  Active, current, valid and unrestricted license to practice nursing in accordance with State Board requirements. License cannot be under investigation nor have any adverse action pending from a Nursing State Board or national licensing/certification agency.
• The contractor must have a working knowledge of Ambulatory Procedure Grouping (APGs), Diagnostic Related Grouping (DRGs), International Classification of Diseases- Version 9 (ICD-9), Current Procedural Terminology-Version 4 (CPT-4) coding and InterQual or Milliman Ambulatory Care Guidelines. Working knowledge is defined as having at least one (1) year of experience working these items or training certifications.

Skills Needed: Qualifications:

• A graduate of an approved LPN school of nursing.
• One year (3) clinical experience preferred.
• Outpatient experience preferred
• Epicare experience preferred
• EMR/Triage experience preferred
• Rooming patients in a fast-paced environment

License or Certification:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Basic Life Support
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
• Licensed Practical Nurse