Licensed Practical Nurse

Valor Healthcare, Inc.

Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Cookeville, TN. In exchange for your dedication and experience, we are proud to offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, generous time off and a weekday schedule.

Valor Healthcare is a veteran- and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots those who serve or have served in the military as well as those who devote their careers to federal government service. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation's greatest asset: its people. Valor works hard to earn the trust of those who have faith in us to care for them with respect and through methods that lead to superior clinical outcomes.

• Our leadership team is comprised of veteran, clinician, and business leaders dedicated to providing exceptional care and a world-class patient experience for our nation's patriots.
• Many of our colleagues have patriots in their families or are patriots themselves, building a company culture and commitment to customer service that is second to none.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse with Valor Healthcare, you will provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients with diseases and injuries seeking treatment in the clinic, as directed by physician or mid-level provider. In addition, you will collaborate with the core PACT Team (Primary Care Provider, RN and Medical Assistant) and expanded PACT Team including family/caregiver, VA, and community-based services involved in developing the patient care plan.

• Actively assist with patient care, physical examinations and ancillary tests.
• Perform the annual and routine nursing assessments and preventive health services authorized by the VA and the clinic Medical Director. This includes interviewing and collecting patient information, including pain assessment, pulse rate, temperature, height & weight, blood pressure and other relevant details. Records information in patient’s electronic medical record.
• Administer medications, as appropriate or ordered by a medical provider, orally or by subcutaneous or intramuscular injection, and note time and amount in patients’ electronic charts, apply compresses, both hot and cold as indicated. Observe patient and report adverse reactions to the clinic physician.
• Operate electrocardiograph (EKG) and other diagnostic equipment to administer routine diagnostic test and treatments, including glucometers, pulse oximeters, nebulizers, oxygen equipment, spirometry, eye exams, etc.
• Dress wounds and incisions, interpret physician's instructions to patients, assist with emergencies, and perform related tasks, as directed.
• Collect lab specimens, including but not limited to urine, blood and sputum, from patients for testing and may perform waived laboratory tests on these specimens.
• Clean treatment rooms, equipment and supplies using approved manufacturer wipes and/or solutions.
• Submit any received laboratory and radiology results to medical providers and provide private practice results to VA for scanning or scan results into patient’s medical records after the provider has reviewed.
• Input all patients' information into VISTA/CPRS and complete any and all clinical reminders “due” at the time of each patient visit.
• May assist with front desk for check‑in, check‑out and phone coverage; assist in co‑managed care collaboration with non‑VA providers and facilities.
• Provide patient and family health education with a focus on self‑management, prevention, wellness and healthy lifestyle choices. Advise on services available through community resources.
• Maintain confidentiality of veterans’ data and information.
• Comply with all VA and company training requirements.

• Fulfill compliance requirements of the Office of Inspector General (OIG), Joint Commission (JC), Environment of Care (EOC) oversight, lab compliance and other related items.

• Remain focused on achieving excellent clinical outcomes through the…