CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

The Wellness Nurse is responsible for conducting the Initial and Subsequent Annual Wellness Visits (AWV) for eligible patients. The Wellness Nurse will assess the physical, emotional, health safety, and community resource needs of the patient and document same according the requirements of the payer.

1. Provides Annual Wellness Visits in the clinics under the direction of the clinic provider and
manager
2. Coordinate with office staff regarding Annual Wellness Visit schedule, verify patient eligibility and schedule AWV appointments when necessary
3. Review, update, and record the patient’s past medical/surgical/family/diet/exercise history, other providers/suppliers and vital signs
4. Reconcile the medication list
5. Collect and complete health risk assessment, fall risk assessment, tobacco use assessment, and alcohol assessment
6. Collect and complete a brief cognitive impairment assessment utilizing the Mini-Cog and a PHQ depression screening questionnaire
7. Discuss Advance Care Planning and provide Advanced Directive and Medical Power of Attorney forms for patient if indicated
8. Review, update, and record the patient’s annual wellness preventative screenings
9. Maintain current knowledge of policies/procedures and use of office equipment
10. Communicate clearly in person and on the phone, establish/maintain cooperative relationships with patients, families, physicians, and staff
11. Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional licenses and certifications
12. Other duties as assigned

Education Level

Graduate of an accredited nursing vocational program with 5 years relevant experience

Licensure/Certification

Licensed in the state of Texas as an LVN

BLS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective Communication• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal• Basic computer skills – familiarity with Windows based software programs

Experience

• LVN requires 5 years relevant experience

Relevant experience in Homecare, Case Management, CareManagement or Long Term Care Management.