Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

About the role

Valor Healthcare is looking for a passionate Licensed Practical Nurse to join their team at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Copperas Cove.

Core Responsibilities

• Patient Care
• Actively assists with patient care, physical examinations and ancillary tests.
• Performs the annual and routine nursing assessments and preventive health services.
• Administers medications, collects lab specimens, cleans treatment rooms, and submits results.
• Operates diagnostic equipment and provides patient and family health education.
• Compliance
• Fulfills compliance requirements of OIG, JC, EOC, lab compliance, and other related items.
• Clinical Outcomes
• Achieve excellent clinical outcomes through VA guidelines.
• Customer Service
• Provide excellent customer service to veterans, colleagues, and clinic visitors.
• Maintain a warm, welcoming, and professional atmosphere.
• Collaborate with leadership to resolve veteran concerns or complaints.
• Enrollment Growth
• Support clinic’s enrollment initiatives and save/recapture patient enrollment and retention.

Requirements

• Diploma or certificate of an accredited program of practical or vocational nursing as approved by the state.
• Minimum one-year experience as an LPN/LVN in a related primary care or ambulatory care setting; government healthcare environment preferred.
• Credentialed and in good standing through the Veterans Health Administration (VA).
• Valid, unrestricted license in the state of desired employment, or in any U.S. state or territory, depending on VA contractual requirements.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support and ACLS as specified by individual VAMC contract.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Strong computer skills, including EMR experience.
• Energetic and optimistic demeanor.

Qualifications

• This is considered a safety sensitive position.

Benefits

Final compensation will be based on relevant factors including work experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.