Licensed Practical Nurse

Overview

Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Kosciusko, MS. In exchange for your dedication and experience, we offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, generous time off and a weekday schedule.

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.

This position is three days a week:
Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

• Provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and injuries, as directed by a physician or mid-level provider.
• 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.
• Assist with patient care, physical examinations and ancillary tests.
• Perform annual and routine nursing assessments and preventive health services authorized by the VA and the clinic Medical Director, including interviewing and collecting patient information (pain assessment, vital signs, height/weight, etc.). Record information in the patient’s electronic medical record.
• Administer medications as ordered by a medical provider (orally, subcutaneous or intramuscular), document timing and dosage in the patient’s electronic chart, apply compresses (hot and cold) as indicated, and observe for adverse reactions.
• Operate electrocardiograph (EKG) and other diagnostic equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests and treatments (e.g., glucometers, pulse oximeters, nebulizers, oxygen equipment, spirometry, eye exams).
• Dress wounds and incisions, interpret physician instructions to patients, assist with emergencies, and perform related tasks. Collect lab specimens (e.g., urine, blood, sputum) and may perform waived laboratory tests.
• Maintain treatment rooms, equipment and supplies using appropriate cleaning methods.
• Submit laboratory and radiology results to medical providers and provide results to VA for scanning into the patient’s medical record after provider review.
• Input patient information into VISTA/CPRS and complete clinical reminders due at each visit.
• May assist with front desk duties for check-in, check-out and phone coverage; support 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; advise on services available through community resources.
• Maintain confidentiality of veterans’ data and information.
• Comply with VA and company training requirements.

• Fulfill compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission (JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance and other related items.

• Remain focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through the specified VA guidelines.

• Provide excellent customer service to veterans, both in person and over the phone, as well as to colleagues and clinic visitors.
• Establish and maintain a warm, welcoming and professional atmosphere for colleagues and veterans, ensuring needs and expectations are consistently met.
• Collaborate with Clinic leadership to resolve veteran concerns or complaints.

• Participate in the clinic’s outreach events to support enrollment initiatives.
• Support patient enrollment and retention in appointments, follow-up visits or nurse visits.

• Diploma or certificate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program as approved by the state.
• Minimum one-year experience as an LPN/LVN in a related primary care or ambulatory care setting;…