CHRONIC CARE MANAGEMENT/LPN

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Chronic Care Management Specialist to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY:    

For the minimum physical demands required to complete the essential functions for this position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see the description following.

The LPN provides direct and indirect patient care in the clinic setting.  He/she communicates with providers/nurse manager/co-workers as appropriate, about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic evaluation and changes in patient condition or symptomatology.  The nurse will be able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment, and avail his or herself of all training, skills and ability commonly developed through attainment of licensure in their field.  The nurse may also have inventory/ordering responsibilities in addition to clinical responsibilities, and will expected to cross train in additional areas of clinic responsibilities including laboratory rapid assays, reception and radiographic studies.

BENEFITS:

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Solid understanding of the healthcare continuum
2. Demonstrate sound judgment, patience and maintain a professional demeanor at all time.
3. Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
4. Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
5. Computer skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, Electronic medical records software
6. Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
7. Ability to utilize data and reports to develop actionable interventions and measurable goals
8. Creativity, complex problem analysis and decision making
9. Ability to work varied shifts
10. Stay current on CCM changes and requirements from CMS

ABOUT MOUNTAIN VIEW:

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.

Education/Certifications: LPN degree with associated IV therapy certification and drug administration certification within 60 days of hire, along with BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications as above.

Experience:  6 months required experience, 2-5 yrs clinical experience preferred

Equipment/Technology:  Basic computer knowledge.

Language/Communication: Be able to read and write in English.

Mathematical Skills:  Must be able to accurately calculate drug dosing and drip rates for IV therapy.   

Mental Capabilities:  Can concentrate for long periods of time in order to complete assigned tasks with a better than average attention span in order to listen, read and remember verbal and written instructions.  Can understand input from the supervisor and/or manager concerning errors and instructions.

Interpersonal:  Ability to work well with others.

Performance:  Must be able to handle conflict issues with both patients and staff.