Listing Info

Maintains an active nursing appointment schedule for assisting the PCP in the monitoring of members' healthcare needs, which may include but are not limited to, B/P checks, wound care needs, nebulizer treatments, catheter changes, monitoring IV infusions and health care education.

Requirements

• Possess a current and valid LPN or RN Florida state license; CPR certification or ability to obtain it within 60 days of employment
  
• Strong working knowledge of nursing principles, theories and practices
  
• Telephone triage experience a plus, with strong patient assessment skills
  
• Ability to take vital signs, perform approved clinical tasks including but not limited to: Evaluating patient needs, administering prescribed medications, assisting physician with examinations and treatments, preparing and applying dressings and performing wound care; instructing patient in health measures and self-care, changing Foley catheters, and flushing ports (or be willing to learn).
  
• Ability to perform telephonic triages with follow-up
  
• Knowledge of and must abide by the nursing professional standards of documentation
  
• Knowledge of medical equipment and maintenance
  
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and all levels of personnel in a professional, courteous and effective manner using excellent customer service skills
  
• Computer literate
  
• LPN's: Must possess IV Certification (or ability to obtain and perform within 90 days of hire)
  
• Ability to multi- task in a high paced environment with good organizational skills
  
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations
  
• High school graduate, GED or equivalent
  
• Ability to read, speak, write, and understand the English language fluently
  
• Ability to travel locally may be required
  
• Bilingual required (English/Spanish)