Annual Wellness Visit Nurse

Description

Cedar Point Health is a physician-owned company with a dedication to healthcare on the western slope of Colorado. With two urgent care sites, four primary care locations, a growing Behavioral Health Department and a PT wellness center, we have many options to support our patients. We are looking for a qualified Annual Wellness Visit Nurse to fill an available position at our Rio Grande Primary Care location in Montrose, Colorado.

Come join our growing company that supports opportunities for growth, learning and career expansion.

Mission:
Our mission is to serve Western Colorado communities by providing high-quality, compassionate, comprehensive health care to all ages.

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Job Title:

Annual Wellness Visit Nurse

Department:
Operations

Reports To:

Director of Clinical Operations

Supervises:
None

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Employment Status:
Full-Time

Work Location:

Rio Grande Primary Care

Pay Range: $33.00-$40.00 per hour

The Annual Wellness Visit Nurse (AWV) is responsible for conducting patient Annual Wellness Visits by working in collaboration with the primary care provider and all members of the health care team.

The essential responsibilities of this position include:

• Work in collaboration with a quality team to meet AWV goals and quality metrics.
• Work collaboratively with clinical teams to accomplish AWV in an efficient manner for patient and team.
• Follow AWV protocols and standing orders including completion of preventive services that may result from AWV.
• Develop and share knowledge of AWV eligibility and documentation requirements.
• Develop knowledge of Medicare preventive services and clinical guideline recommendations for those services.
• Appropriate documentation within the electronic record to satisfy closed quality gaps.
• May assist with other clinical duties such as prior authorizations, patient messages, prescription refills.
• Utilize appropriate protocols and standing orders in delivering patient care.
• Participate in regular team meetings, huddles, staff meetings and quality improvement projects to improve patient care.
• Consult with the clinical staff and ancillary department staff to eliminate barriers to the efficient delivery of care. Identify service delivery problems and potential for effective patient management intervention.
• Able to work independently and exercise clinical judgment in interactions with Physicians, payers, patients, and their families.
• Document all communication with patients in electronic medical records.
• Maintains strict confidentiality, adheres to HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
• Maintain a patient schedule of 9 visits per day.
• Schedule or assist with scheduling of AWV visits when appropriate.
• Promote Medicare eligible patients to complete AWV visits.

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change based on organizational needs.

• Education:
  
  Successful completion of approved LPN or RN program
• Experience:
  
  2-4 years of experience performing Annual Wellness Visits in a clinical setting (preferred)
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience with Electronic Health Records. Computer Literacy

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

Knowledge of medical models specific to Annual Wellness Exams.

Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.

Knowledge of how to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.

Knowledge of medical records and documentation in a confidential manner.

Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of practice.

Ability to collaborate effectively with providers.

Ability to maintain quality control standards.

Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.

Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.

Success in this position means consistently achieving the expected outcomes of the role while demonstrating the organization's values and standards.

Grace and Respect:
Demonstrates grace and respect towards patients and staff by…