Licensed Practical Nurse

5 months ago

San Diego, United States Jackson Healthcare Government Services Full time
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Initiate, perform and complete assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations.
  • Complete assigned patient care based on the patients' conditions, use judgment inselecting the appropriate order and sequence of procedures and treatments, and accurately recognize, report, and record relevant patient information.
  • Observe, identify, and respond to the patient's needs for care, including medication, equipment-assisted care and patient/family education.
  • Prepare and administer prescribed medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, intramuscular and/or intravenous) and perform treatments according to established policies/procedures.
  • Recognize urgent or emergent patient care situations, seek assistance of the RN and/or MD/DO, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed.
  • Perform support duties for complex diagnostic tests and/or specialized practices or procedures, which include preparing the patient, assisting in the diagnostic examination, preparing, and handling specialized instruments or other specialized equipment, and monitoring the patient's condition before, during, and following the procedure.
  • Orient peers and ancillary personnel to unit policies and procedures, skills, and standards of practice.
  • Integrate healthy work environment principles that result in improved patient healthcare delivery, education of patients and their families and personnel satisfaction.
  • 5.5.3.1. General Duties: Contractor personnel shall perform a full range of duties consistent with their labor category, education, training, experience, clinical privileges (as applicable), and assigned position. General duties that apply to all personnel or across certain labor categories are given below.
  • 5.5.3.1.1. Maintain a level of productivity comparable with that of other individuals performing similar services.
  • 5.5.3.1.2. Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities.
  • 5.5.3.1.3. Practice aseptic techniques as necessary. Comply with infection control guidelines to include the proper handling, storage, and disposal of infectious wastes, and the use of universal precautions to prevent the spread of infection.
  • 5.5.3.1.4. Function with an awareness and application of safety procedures.
  • 5.5.3.1.5. Perform efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. Anticipate potential problems/emergencies and make appropriate interventions. Notify supervisor, director, or other designated person regarding problems that the HCW is unable to manage.
  • 5.5.3.1.6. Apply an awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and strive to manage situations in a reduced risk manner.
  • 5.5.3.1.7. Participate in the implementation of the Family Advocacy Program as directed. Participation shall include, but not be limited to, appropriate medical examination, documentation, and reporting.
  • 5.5.3.1.8. Exercise awareness and sensitivity to patient/significant others' rights, as identified within the MTF.
  • 5.5.3.1.9. Maintain an awareness of responsibility and accountability for own professional
  • practice.
  • 5.5.3.1.10. Participate in continuing education to meet own professional growth.
  • 5.5.3.1.11. Attend and/or comply with all annual training classes required by the Command, to include but not limited to online annual training provided by the MTF: disaster training, infection control, Sexual Harassment, Bloodborne Pathogens, Fire and Safety, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE), and all other required training.
  • 5.5.3.1.12. Actively participate in the command's Performance Improvement Program. Participate in meetings to review and evaluate the care provided to patients, identifyopportunities to improve the care delivered, and recommend corrective action when problems exist.
  • 5.5.3.1.13. Participate in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members. Provide training and/or direction as applicable to supporting government personnel (e.g., hospital corpsmen, students, etc.).
  • 5.5.3.1.14. Attend and participate in various meetings as directed.
  • 5.5.3.1.15. Perform timely, accurate, and concise documentation of patient care.
  • 5.5.3.1.16. Operate and manipulate automated systems such as CHCS, AHLTA, ADS, Essentris, MHS Genesis and Clinical Information System (CIS), participate in clinical staff Performance Improvement (PI) and Risk Management (RM) functions, as prescribed by the Commander. Maintain DOD email account as directed. The HCW shall be responsive to all email and voicemail communications.
  • 5.5.3.1.17. Exercise appropriate delegation of tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care, and clinic activities.
  • 5.5.3.1.18. Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives and prepare such records and reports as may be required. All records and reports must be legible. Abbreviations must be only those listed in local instructions.
Additional duties:
  • 5.5.3.2.9 LVN/LPN (Family Practice, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine)
  • 5.5.3.2.9.1. LPN, Family Practice, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine. The HCW shall provideservices within the scope of their competencies and the applicable duties provided in the basic contract, and the following administrative duties. The HCW shall not perform administrative duties more than 30% of their duty time. The HCW shall provide the following Medical Home Port Care Team functions:
  • 5.5.3.2.9.2. Provide care coordination for the beneficiaries assigned to the Medical Home Port Team utilizing evidenced-based clinical practice guidelines, regulations, manuals, reports and
  • actively engages patients in their health care.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.3. Review details and expectations regarding referrals with patients.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.4. Provide support to patients and other healthcare professionals for patients receiving care services outside the MHP team to include assistance with making appointments, communication and information transfer between health care professionals, the patient and family (ensure knowledge/information transfer goes both ways between MHP team and patient)and assisting with problem resolution.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.5. Promote team awareness and patient safety by monitoring and tracking referral status and results, sharing such information and any subsequent plan of care with patients/family/MHP team and ensures that patients receive appropriate follow-up care and help in understanding results, treatment recommendations and plan of care.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.6. Promote team awareness and patient safety by monitoring and tracking the enrolled population for hospital admissions and emergent/urgent care utilization, contacting the patient, ensuring dissemination of relevant clinical information (treatment records and discharge summaries) and provides follow-up support and care coordination.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.7. Track and ensure smooth transitions by assisting patients and families as the patient moves from one care setting to another, such as from hospital to home and from one healthcare professional to another.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.8. Provide follow-up post referral, transition, or study.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.9. Provide care management services for the high-risk enrolled population.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.10. Link patients with community resources to facilitate referrals and respond to social service needs.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.11. Communicate test results and care plans to patients/families within established parameters.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.12. Assist patients in problem solving potential issues related to the health care system, financial or social barriers (e.g., request interpreters as appropriate, transportation services or prescription assistance).
  • 5.5.3.2.9.13. Be the system navigator and point of contact for patients and families, with patients and families having direct access for asking questions and raising concerns. May assume advocate role on the patient's behalf with the carrier to ensure approval of the necessary
  • supplies/services for the patient in a timely fashion.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.14. Identify and utilize cultural and community resources. Establish and maintain
  • relationships with identified service providers.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.15. Ensure that referrals are addressed in a timely manner.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.16. Remind patients of scheduled appointments via mail or phone.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.17. Ensure that patient's primary care chart is up to date with information on specialist
  • consults, hospitalizations, ER visits and community organization related to their health.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.18. Provide logistical and clinical support to the patient, and family and healthcare
  • teams.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.19. Identify patients with barriers to referrals/ transitions and helps the patient address
  • them.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.20. Assemble information concerning patient's clinical background and referral needs
  • and (per referral guidelines) provide appropriate clinical information to specialists.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.21. Provide clinical care management services for high-risk patients.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.22. Provide relevant and individualized age specific care coordination for enrolled patient population.
  • 5.5.3.2.9.23. Provide a brief report to the MHP PCM or team regarding patient needs and care coordination
QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Degree: Certificate.
  • Education: Be a graduate from a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse
  • program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)or be a graduate from an accredited program accepted by the applicable State Board of Nursing or a training program accepted by the MTF.
  • Experience: Possess a minimum of one year of full-time clinical experience within the
  • last two years as an LPN/LVN.
  • Licensure: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license as a practical or vocational nurse.
***Legal Authorization to Work in the United States: HCWs performing under this contract must be a U.S. Citizen as defined by the Department of Homeland Security, U. S. Citizenship, and Immigration Services, either a noncitizen national of the United State, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or alien authorized to work in the United States.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Location: Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton (NHCP)

Service: LVN (Family Practice, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine)

Place of Performance: The work to be performed under this contract will be at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton (NHCP)

Recognized Holidays: Contract HCWs will be required to work on federally

recognized holidays.
  • New Year's Day, January 1st
  • Martin Luther King's Birthday, 3rd Monday in January
  • President's Day, 3rd Monday in February
  • Memorial Day, Last Monday in May
  • Independence Day, July 4th
  • Labor Day, 1st Monday in September
  • Columbus Day, 2nd Monday in October
  • Veterans Day, November 11th
  • Thanksgiving Day, 4th Thursday in November
  • Christmas Day, December 25th


NOTE 1. Any holidays that are declared by Presidential Executive Order shall be observed in the same manner as the holidays listed above. If the area in which a contract employee is scheduled to work is closed for any reason and the employee is not required to report in, payment will not be made for those hours.

Hours of Performance: The performance hours of the MTF are as follows:

NHCP - LVN (Family Practice, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine)

Work Schedule: - Services shall be provided Monday through Friday, between the hours of 0600-1800 for an 8.5, 9, or 10.5 hour shift which include an uncompensated 30 minute or one- hour meal break depending on length of shift. An alternative work schedule is available to include working (4) 10 hour shifts for a work week but not to exceed 80 hours in a two-week period. The specific duty hours for each HCW will be scheduled 45 days in advance by the Government. In no instance will the HCW be required to provide services in excess of 80 hours per two-week period.

Duty Hours: 0730 - 1600

On-Call Hours: N/A

Overage Hours: N/A

Closures: During a planned closure of the facility due to training, holiday or unplanned closure due to unusual and compelling circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, military emergencies, severe weather), the Contractor will be compensated for the unplanned closure.

Mission Essential:

The following labor categories are designated as mission essential:

LVN (Family Practice, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine)

Overview

Jackson Healthcare Government Services is an innovator in the delivery of healthcare workforce solutions across the nation, leading the way as a comprehensive healthcare professional and support staffing, technology and program management partner to federal, state and municipal government agencies of all types and sizes.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.

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