Adherence Nurse (LPN)

Optimus Health Care is a Federally Qualified Health Care Center with sites operating in Bridgeport, Stamford and Stratford, CT. We are the largest provider of primary health care services in Fairfield County, proudly serving all patients regardless of their ability to pay.

Join our team-based model of care delivered in a kind and compassionate manner.

We are currently recruiting for a an adherence Nurse (LPN) to join our Ryan White grant funded program to work with the HIV patient population.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse - HIV Adherence is a member of the clinical support staff for the Ryan White Program. The Licensed Practical Nurse - HIV Adherence will support the Nurse Practitioner HIV in providing patient care. The prime role of the Licensed Practical Nurse - HIV Adherence will be to provide nursing services to the Ryan White program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assess patient’s general condition, coordinate follow-up visits with Providers and take vital signs including weight. Provide direct patient care.

2. Assist physicians with examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatments.

3. Provide triage services during non-clinical sessions. This includes educating patients on health care needs during non-clinical sessions.

4. Provide basic patient care as ordered by the clinical provider.

5. Document all activities / interventions with patient in the EHR.

6. Assist the clinical staff in data management.

7. Promote wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician’s advice/instructions.

8. Adhere to infection control and safety guidelines, and confidentiality and privacy policies.

9. Maintain medical supplies and orders as needed.

10. Use the electronic medical records to document encounters.

11. Present new / active / closed cases during HIV staff meetings.

12. Participate on QA/QM Committee meetings to ensure compliance with HRSA Standards of Care / Ryan White Care Compliancy.

13. Conduct home visits to PLWA, HIV. Home visits will be made to ensure compliance with medications and other therapy.

14. Educate patients on the importance of compliancy with their HAART regimen.

15. Maintain ongoing contact with the HIV FNP and the Medical Case Manager.

16. Serve on Infection Control Committee.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited LPN Program.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three (3) years clinical experience in a community health environment. Preferably HIV / AIDS experience. Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols. Knowledge of electronic medical chart. Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control. Utilize environment safety practices and adhere to patient confidentiality. Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques. Appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace and confidentiality methods. Ability to work effectively as a team member with providers and other staff. Ability to interact with patients and their families. Ability to respond to changing demands. Familiarity with tele-medicine and prior experience a plus

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Bi-lingual English/Spanish helpful

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION: Valid and current LPN license to practice nursing in the State of Connecticut. CPR certification required upon hire and recertification bi-annually

ADDITIONAL GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Professional positive attitude, vision, understanding of customer service principals, trustworthiness, and excellent interpersonal skills to successfully accomplish tasks necessary to meet high standards of ethical and social responsibility required by this position. Ability to drive to make home visits.

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in Optimus’ Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values-outstanding, patient-centered, trustworthy, integrity, multicultural, understanding, and supportive -help guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

• OHC provides a fun, fast-paced working environment, where our commitment to quality is present in every job function.

• 100% Outpatient Setting

* Excellent health & welfare benefit options

• Competitive Compensation

• Optimus and its caring, multi-lingual staff proudly serve our community in a patient-centered environment.

We are Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer