Summary

The Department of Neurology is seeking a qualified Licensed Vocational Nurse II to join our Maxine Mesinger Multiple Sclerosis Clinic. This position will perform patient centric administrative/support care in an ambulatory setting.

Job Duties

• Triages patient concerns through in-basket messages, MyChart messages, and phone calls. (20%).
• Completes prior authorizations for specialty medications and procedures. (20%)
• Communicates with patients and physicians regarding medication and treatment status (20%)
• Enters orders for patient tests and obtains proper paperwork. (10%)
• Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments. (5%)
• Monitors incoming faxes. (5%)
• Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information. (as needed)
• Manages and coordinates incoming patient referrals. (as needed)
• Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality and safe patient care and customer service.
• Adheres to the scope of practice as defined by the Texas Nurse Practice Act.
• Maintains clean and safe work environment; stocks and orders treatment room supplies.
• Maintains a professional and cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information, responding to requests, and building rapport by participating in team problem-solving methods.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D and graduated from an approved licensed practical nurse/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN).
• Two years of relevant experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Current license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the State of Texas Board of Nurse Examiners.
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS).