Licensed Vocational Nurse, LVN or LPN WellMed - Fort Worth, TX
Company: Optum
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: May 8, 2025
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Job Description:
WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a
Licensed Vocational Nurse, LVN or LPN WellMed to join our team in
Fort Worth, TX. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is
changing the way clinicians work and live.
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As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral
part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
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At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a
global organization behind you so you can help your patients live
healthier lives. Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a
collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion
while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an
exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at
work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the
health of your community with the excitement of contributing new
practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for
millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have
the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and
discover how rewarding medicine can be while -Caring. Connecting.
Growing together.
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Under the direction of providers (defined as an MD, DO, DPM, NP or
PA) or RNs, the LVN / LPN provides clinical support functions and
professional nursing care to patients using established standards
of clinical nursing care and procedures approved by WellMed and
applicable state board of nursing . -Is an active member of the
health care team to assess patients' needs, provide input into the
plan of care and implement prescribed interventions.
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Primary Responsibilities:
Performs all nursing duties within the scope of a Licensed
Vocational / Practical Nurse (procedures, injections, medication
administration, EKGs, phlebotomy) as determined by the applicable
State Board of Nursing
Participates in implementing established education plans for
patients and their families with common health problems and well
defined health learning needs
Coordinates patient care as directed by providers, RNs, and
policies, including referrals, transition visits, medications,
procedures and follow up
Documents chief complaint and rooms patients according to policy
and procedures, prepares patient for examination
Telephonically obtains information on chief complaint and symptoms
and accurately relays information to provider
Collects data and performs "focused" nursing assessment of
patients; assists in the evaluation of a patient's response to
treatment and identifies patient's needs; communicates findings to
the provider
Records patient assessment and care in the medical record in an
accurate and timely manner
Reviews the patient record, chart, reports (including laboratory
and x-ray), and other pertinent information for patients prior to
being seen by the provider and reports relevant information to the
provider and / or RN
Provides a safe environment (OSHA standards) for patients and staff
in the clinic
Ensures patient confidentiality (HIPAA) at all times and treats
patients with courtesy and respect
Organizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms and
sterilizes instruments
Practices standard infection control precautions
Ensures medication management follows policies and procedures;
appropriately documents medications & immunizations in patient
records
Follows laboratory management polices & procedures and CLIA
standards; collects lab samples and ensures proper labeling
Fulfills medication refill requests following approved
protocols
If certified in IV therapy; starts peripheral lines, monitors and
adjusts flow rates, prime IV lines, changes dressing on IV sites
(if needed) and discontinues venous lines
Performs all other related duties as assigned
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In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients
across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors,
specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in
providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over
16,000 doctors' offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We're
innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face
of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000+ primary
care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice
clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000+ older adults. Together,
we're making health care work better for everyone.
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You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an
environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on
what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide
development for other roles you may be interested in.Required
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
Current and unrestricted State Vocational / Practical Nursing
license
Current BLS certification
Ability to obtain IV certification if required by clinic
Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office procedures
Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic
medical records
Proven ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency
situations
Proven ability to perform medical procedures, give injections and
perform phlebotomy
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationship with providers / staff, patients, and the
community
This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of
immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus,
Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity,
documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of
disease
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Preferred Qualifications:
IV certification
2+ years of experience in a medical setting
Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding
Proven effective listening and communication skills; proper use of
grammar and spelling
Proven good communication and customer service skills
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The hourly range for this role is $19.86 to $38.85 per hour based
on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including
but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience,
certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum
wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth
Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package,
incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k
contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility
requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with
UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits
and incentives.
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OptumCare -is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under
applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion,
age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability,
or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected
by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
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OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass
a drug test before beginning employment.
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