Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse, Full-Time - Multiple Sclerosis & Midwest Immunology

Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse

Midwest Immunology & Minnesota Center for Multiple Sclerosis, a Vivo Infusion Company is excited to invite a motivated Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to join our growing team in Plymouth & Woodbury, MN supporting our Medical Practice!

The practice RN/LPN will enhance the quality of care for our patients managing Multiple Sclerosis and other immune deficient disease states. The RN/LPN will collaborate closely with physicians, clinical staff, and administrative personnel to ensure that the practice effectively engages with patients. The RN/LPN will be primarily responsible for leading patient education, medication authorization submission, patient phone triage, pre and post visit patient communication, and other tasks that are supportive excellent patient care as directed by practice leadership.

This individual will value patient safety, clinical excellence and operational efficiency. The practice RN/LPN will serve as a mentor and training resource for all non-provider staff serving in patient care roles.

This position will not support our Infusion Suite.

Compensation:

• Pay Range: $41.00 - $48.00/Hour
• Bonus Plan Target: 5% Annually (Based on performance)
• Private Equity for the Greater Good - Company-wide Employee Ownership Program

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
  • HSA w/ Employer Contribution
  • Touchcare - Insurance Concierge Service
• 401K with Match up to 4%
• PTO: Accrual 3+ weeks
  • PTO Rollover and PTO Donation Program.
• Wellness Reimbursement Program - $360 Annually
• Employee Referral Bonus - Uncapped Bonus Potential
• Tuition Assistance Program & Professional Association Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (Employer-provided)
• Short & long-term disability (Employer-provided)
• Life Insurance (Employer-provided)

Employment Type, Schedule, FLSA Status:

• Full-time
• Position Schedule:
  • Monday - Friday | 7:45 am - 4:15 pm
  • Float coverage between sites required
    • Mileage reimbursement from "Home" location
• Non-Exempt

Reports to: Clinical Operations Manager

Location:

• 15700 37th AVE N, STE 250, Plymouth, MN 55446
• 652 Bielenberg DR, STE 101, Woodbury, MN 55125

Primary responsibilities:

• Leads practice in performing phone triage for inbound patient inquiries that require clinical guidance. Performs pre- and post-visit phone discussions with patients.
• Performs patient coordination of care with other healthcare entities such as other providers, home care agencies, hospitals, pharmacies and infusion centers for practice patients.
• Completes patient healthcare forms such as disability, FMLA, return-to-work and others.
• Completes medication re-fill and pre-authorization requirements for complex medications as directed by practice providers.
• Manages Botox clinic requirements such as completing medication inventory, monitoring medication supply, scheduling patients and completing pre-authorizations.
• Educate patients and their families about MS, disease management strategies, medication side effects, and lifestyle modifications.
• Support provider staff in collecting comprehensive patient assessments, neurological examinations, and medication reviews.
• Documents and reviews patient interactions in practice electronic medical record system in accordance with Company policies and procedures and all other applicable regulations.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and their families coping with the challenges of MS.
• Coordinate patient care with other healthcare providers, including other specialists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and others as needed.
• Supports and understands Guiding Principles of the Company; promotes Company Culture.
• Demonstrates knowledge of State and Federal regulations.

Secondary responsibilities:

• Trains and onboards practice staff members as directed by Practice Manager.
• Manages and ensures appropriate documentation of patients' medical records are maintained in accordance with Company policy and regulatory agency requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program
• Current and unrestricted RN or LPN license in the state of Minnesota.
• At least two years of clinical nursing experience in a dynamic and challenging setting.
• Experience at a specialist practice is preferred but not required.

Skills

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently as needed.
• Must have demonstrated record of and commitment to safety; dedicated to clinical and customer service excellence.
• Must possess outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with ability to communicate professionally and effectively with other staff members, patients and physicians.
• Proficient knowledge of computers, Microsoft Office and software. Willing and ability to learn healthcare related IT platforms that are essential in the day-to-day operation of the practice.
• Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Who We Are:

The Vivo Infusion team is focused on providing patients with the highest quality of care in a comfortable, safe, and convenient setting! Vivo is a national company with locations in 15 states, providing opportunities for growth and advancement as well as competitive benefits that support what matters most to you.

Our highly trained medical professionals are dedicated to delivering a safe, comfortable, and affordable solution for our patients. We offer an array of advanced therapeutics and provide personalized, care for every patient.

We are passionate about providing high-quality patient care, relationships with our referring Providers, and nurturing our company culture!

Vivo Infusion has received The Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission.

The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval is a nationally recognized distinction voluntarily earned by a select set of healthcare providers.

An organization that achieves The Gold Seal of Approval shows its commitment to holding itself accountable to a high bar for quality and safety for those they serve.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts (medical equipment and machinery). The employees may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color differentiation, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk and talk, hear and smell.

Requires excellent visual acuity and manual dexterity. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. He/she is frequently required to sit; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl.

The employee may be required to use safety equipment, PPE (personal protective equipment) that may include but not be limited to face shield or goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, mask, and other protective garments and equipment.

Vivo Infusion is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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