LVN (Health Equity Coordinator)

RGV ACO Health Providers, LLC (RGV ACO) is a nationally recognized, top performing accountable care organization in South Texas that strives to improve patients' quality of life and health through effective patient-centered preventative care. We are committed to delivering better health care, reducing unnecessary healthcare spending, and improving the patient experience.

We are currently seeking a Health Equity Coordinator (LVN) whose primary role will be to conduct, monitor and track home visits as well as coordinate the medical and social disparities identified among beneficiaries with the ultimate goal of decreasing hospitalizations and improve their quality of life. This role shall support the mission and vision of the organization and will also support the increased initiatives for advancing health equity by identifying at-risk dual-eligible beneficiaries in underserved communities and assist them with the resources they need. This position will collaboratively work with our Care Coordination Team, and should be comfortable with completing home visits, and maintaining effective and open communicating with our providers, staff, and/or external agencies. Our nurses and social workers are essential in our organization as they are key team players in providing one-to-one education and patient-centered services.

This full-time position requires a minimum certification of a licensed vocational nurse (LVN), with a minimum of 3 years of experience in case management within a physician’s clinic, home health, hospice, or any other related medical setting, experience with geriatrics population, excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• conduct, monitor and track home visits as well as coordinate the medical and social disparities identified among beneficiaries;
• conduct case management to decrease hospitalizations and improve quality of life;
• Provide comprehensive interventions to evaluate beneficiary's needs;
• Identify key barriers to care and the beneficiary’s ability to manage his/her health and wellness through ongoing assessments;
• Establish consistent communication and reporting with the care team, beneficiaries, and other health care clinicians throughout the continuum to review care, utilization, status, follow up plans, and progress consistent with our goals;
• Collaborate with beneficiaries, their families, and community agencies involved;
• Advocate on behalf of beneficiaries and families to gain access to services and resources;
• Employ interventions including, but not limited to, individual, group and or family counseling; assist with transitions of care, including end-of-life care;
• Coordinate and lead family/team meetings when appropriate;
• Complete telephonic assessments if necessary;

Education:

• Licensed Vocational Nurse

Skills:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) (Highly preferred);
• Knowledge of medical terminology (Required);

Work Location:

• Multiple locations;
• Works at patient's homes

Compensation:

• $50,000-$63,000 (depending on level of education and medical experience);
• Performance-based bonus;
• Annual merit increase, if eligible

Employee Benefits:

• 401(k);
• Dental insurance;
• Flexible schedule;
• Vision insurance;
• Health insurance;
• Life insurance;
• Paid time off

Transportation:

• Reliable transportation;
• Valid and current auto liability insurance;
• Current driver’s license

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift;
• Monday to Friday

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $63,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics
• Primary Care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Social work: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $63,000