Explore opportunities with WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses. We believe all patients are entitled to the highest level of medical care. Here, you will be part of a team who shares your passion for helping people achieve improved health outcomes. Explore rewarding opportunities for physicians, clinical staff and non-patient-facing roles. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act and agency's policies
- Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse
- Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care
- Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care
- Participates in the coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor
- Follows all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelines/standards as per agency policy
- Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently
- Participates in personal and professional growth and development
- Adheres to the Agency's Standard Operating Procedures as it relates to the submission of the documentation
- Performs all other related nursing duties as assigned
- Communication
- Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary
- Communicates with the physician regarding the patient's needs and reports any changes in the patient's condition; obtains/receives physician's orders as required
- Coordinates services and schedules with the Clinical Team Manager (CTM) and Clinical Team
- Coordinator (CTC/Scheduler) to include recommendations for additional home health care services for patients by the end of the worked day
- Additional Duties
- Participates in on-call duties within the on-call rotation schedule, to include weekends as assigned
- Demonstrates knowledge and observance of Patient Rights and Notice of Privacy Practices
- Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available
- Maintains a daily patient case load and point of care documentation levels, as per Agency standards
- Ability to work flexible schedule to meet patient's needs
- Demonstrates personal responsibility with regard to attendance and punctuality
- Maintains privacy and confidentiality with regard to all patient, staff and agency information
- Demonstrates flexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate while working with others or in place of others, as necessary
- Expresses verbal and written communication in a clear, positive and cooperative manner
- Ability to work flexible schedule to meet patient's needs
- Promotes the agency image by adhering to the Dress Code
The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.
In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over 16,000 doctors' offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We're innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000+ primary care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000+ older adults. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
- Current unrestricted license in the state of Texas as a practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse
- Current CPR- BLS certification OR ability to obtain prior to start of employment
- 2+ years of clinical experience preferably in a community home health or medical/surgical setting
- Thorough knowledge of current nursing practice, professional standards of care, and state and federal regulations regarding home care
- Proven ability to comply with accepted professional standards and practices
- Proven ability to endure prolonged or considerable walking or standing; lift position or transfer patients i proximate location; lift supplies and equipment; perform reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing, functional or corrected, to perform required nursing skills
- Valid Texas driver's license and maintain personal auto insurance coverage in accordance with organization requirements
- This position requires 6 - 8 week in office training
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with electronic medical record application
- Proven ability to prioritize and communicate objectives clearly
- Proven ability to interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams
- Demonstrated excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving, basic math skills, and nursing skills per competency checklist
- Proven evidence of independent nursing practice in delivering nursing care
- Proven basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Outlook and Other email systems
- Proven excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Physical & Mental Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (must be able to lift and transfer patients from one location to the other, if necessary)
- Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 50 pounds of force
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery
- Ability to properly drive and operate a personal/company vehicle
- Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing
- Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex situations
Work Environment (patient's home):
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters when performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- May work in patient homes under varying conditions with possible exposure to fumes, odors, pets, insects rodents, blood, body fluids and infectious diseases; some exposures to inclement weather; rotating call a emergency call. In rare occasions, the work environment may involve abusive, combative or psychologically disturbed patient/family members. Requires ability to handle stress situations with calmness and courtesy at all times.
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20 - $36 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.