Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - IV Infusion - No weekends! at Sage Health

About Sage Health

We believe all seniors regardless of means deserve concierge primary care & wellness, without the concierge fees. They’ve earned it.

Sage Health builds enriching neighborhood health centers that are easy to access, provide or arrange for all of our patients’ healthcare needs, and partner with Medicare Advantage plans that fully cover primary care. Unlike other physician practices, a Sage Health physician has a patient panel of 400 or less, and we collaborate with the best outcomes-oriented specialists and hospitals in each market. Because we are not a fee-for-service provider and manage patients within a global capitation budget provided by Medicare Advantage plans, our only concern and motivation is to keep our seniors healthy.

Sage Health is a destination for the best risk provider talent in the country who are building the new standard-bearing senior model for the United States.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, citizenship or immigration status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing this application, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring an accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact team@sage.health. 

About the role

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Licensed Practical Nurse will be based at our Midtown, AL location. Will triage patient calls for the market in order to prioritize medical care based on the severity of the patient’s condition. Additionally, will provide direct patient care, ongoing education and reinforcement of care plans, and providing general support for the patient under the physician's direction. Includes preparing patients for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care, and recording treatment in their electronic health record.  Assists with explaining patient instructions to the patient/family. Demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients in geriatric populations. 

The Licensed Practical Nurse displays an elevated level of professionalism and engages resources and fellow team members within the center to deliver high level results. 

What you'll do

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

·       Assist the provider through data collection concerning the physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients according to practice standards and policy/procedure.

·       Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient’s needs as directed by the provider.

·       Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of care given in progressing patients toward desired outcomes.

·       Provide ongoing education and reinforcement of care plans developed by the Provider based on identified health and education needs and the condition and age of the patient.

·       Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care.

·       Assist the Provider with triaging of patient portal messages.

·       Triage phone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls.

·       Make calls to pharmacy, diagnostic facilities, etc. as required by the Provider.

·       Provision of basic wound care.

·       Perform suture/staple removal and dressing changes as indicated.

·       Medication reconciliation at point of care.

·       Preparation of prior prescription authorization requests for provider to review and finalize.

·       Manage/monitors providers clinical inbox in the EHR and triage as necessary per the direction of the provider.

·       Assist with preparation of clinical components for Provider review and finalization.

·       Preparation of medication refills for Provider review and finalization.

·       Assist in blood draws and IV insertions for fluid infusion under the supervision of the Provider.

·       Participates in center interdisciplinary team meetings related to patient care plans and outcomes of identified patients.

·       Ensures the overall quality of healthcare for each patient.

·       Ensures patient electronic health records are updated with the most recent medical treatments and records from outside facilities.

·       In addition to other job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

·     Graduated from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program.
Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the States of Alabama and Mississippi (Compact Licensure).  

·     Minimum Experience: 5 years  

·     Minimum Certifications and/or Licenses: CPR and first aid     certification required.

·     Experience with EMR. 

·     Phlebotomy (blood draw) 

·     Professional demeanor and communication always. 

·     Must be organized and attentive to detail.  

·     Ability to manage competing priorities. 

·     Resourcefulness in problem solving. 

·     Able to take and follow through with assigned tasks and accountability. 

·     Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 

·     Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, and Excel. 

·     Participates in center and market interdisciplinary teams related to patient care plans, and outcomes. 

·     Active Listening is essential.

·     IV Therapy Certification is required.

·     Willing to travel between center locations as needed.

Company Perks:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits with generous employer provided contributions to offset per paycheck premium costs.
• 3 different medical plan options to provide flexibly to meet personal needs including: 2 PPO options and a CDHP plan that includes a company provided $500/month HSA contribution
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Savings Accounts (FSAs)
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal support and work-life benefits.
• Employer-paid Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability benefits. Optional voluntary life insurance is also offered.
• A 401k retirement plan offered through Transamerica for long-term financial security.
• Flexible time off including  PTO, 7 paid company holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.

Reports To: Market Clinical Nurse Manager

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