Licensed Vocational Nurse - Choctaw Global

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WHY JOIN CHOCTAW WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS:

Take your nursing career to new heights by serving those who serve the Nation. As a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for Choctaw Workforce Solutions (CWS), you will play a crucial role in ensuring the health and readiness of our Service Members (SMs). If you are detail-oriented, compassionate, and skilled in fast-paced clinical settings, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide Patient Care:
   1. See an average of four (4) to six (6) patients per hour, following Medical Treatment Facility (MTF) productivity standards, and deliver high-quality care comparable to other healthcare team members.
   2. Obtain patient histories, administer Health Risk Appraisals, and document care provided with precision and accuracy.
2. Collaborate with Healthcare Professionals:
   1. Communicate essential patient data to Physicians, Physician Assistants (PAs), and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) to support integrated care.
   2. Complete and document all medical orders from Physicians, PAs, or NPs in patient records.
3. Maintain Accurate Documentation:
   1. Ensure all records and reports are thorough, timely, and legible, including patient treatment documentation in accordance with MTF policies.
   2. Close out each patient encounter by the end of the day and consistently meet established standards for content and accuracy.
4. Respond to Emergency Situations:
   1. Recognize signs of medical emergencies and initiate life-saving measures in the absence of other medical professionals.
   2. Ensure a safe clinic environment by identifying potential hazards and communicating those concerns as needed.
5. Support Service Member Readiness:
   1. Assist in preparing SMs for physical exams and conduct the necessary quality control and maintenance of patient care equipment.
   2. Address patient inquiries via phone and provide follow-up as necessary.
6. Adhere to Clinical Standards:
   1. Follow all professional standards, clinical protocols, and established government and MTF procedures.
   2. Participate in required training and maintain license, credentialing, and quality assurance compliance.
7. Productivity & Compliance:
   1. Adhere to productivity standards and maintain a level of performance consistent with other team members.
   2. Ensure compliance with health, immunization, and vaccination requirements, and complete all specified DoD, DHA, and MTF training.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited college, university, or vocational nursing program recognized by the Commission on Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) or other relevant accrediting bodies.

Experience:

• At least one (1) year of experience as a full-time LVN/LPN within the last three (3) years.

Licensure & Certifications:

• Active, unrestricted license to practice as a vocational nurse in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.

Skills & Competencies:

• Clinical Decision-Making:
  1. Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving skills, applying expertise to deliver safe and effective patient care.
• Caseload Management:
  1. Ability to manage an extensive caseload in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Communication & Collaboration:
  1. Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with command personnel, healthcare teams, and SMs.
• Telehealth Proficiency:
  1. Proficient in telehealth technologies and virtual care platforms, adapting seamlessly to digital patient interactions and support if required.
• Confidentiality Awareness:
  1. Understanding of HIPAA guidelines and patient confidentiality, ensuring all patient interactions and records are managed with discretion.

WORK CONDITIONS:

Location:

• Work will primarily be performed at William Beaumont Army Medical Center (WBAMC) and affiliated facilities within a forty (40) mile radius with potential assignments based on operational needs.

Schedule:

• Hours may vary based on mission requirements, including surge support during mobilizations and demobilizations. Flexibility is required to meet mission demands.

Telehealth:

• May be required to provide remote services during public health emergencies or other contingencies.

Compliance:

• Track working hours in the Defense Medical Human Resources System – internet (DMHRSi) and other systems as required.

WHAT YOU WILL LOVE ABOUT THIS POSITION:

• Make a Tangible Impact:
  1. Directly influence the health and readiness of our Nation’s SMs through your case management expertise.
• Collaborate with Experts:
  1. Work alongside skilled professionals committed to patient care and military wellness.
• Embrace Innovation:
  1. Utilize cutting-edge telehealth tools expanding access to care and enhancing patient engagement.
• Professional Growth Opportunities:
  1. Participate in training, conferences, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance your skills.
• Dynamic Environment:
  1. Thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing healthcare setting where no two (2) days are the same.

JOIN OUR MISSION:

Be part of something meaningful – help safeguard the health and readiness of our nation’s defenders. At CWS, your expertise will not only improve individual patient outcomes but also contributes to the overall mission of our armed forces. Apply today to join a dedicated, mission-driven team making a difference where it matters most.

EEO/AAP STATEMENT:

We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to craft and maintain an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences. Choctaw is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions) sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

DISCLAIMER:

The above-noted job advertisement is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.