Clinical Agent- License Vocational Nurse
at Clinicas Del Camino Real
Camarillo, CA
Posted: 1-30-2025
Healthcare
$68,708/year
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About this Career
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
Skills
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Customer Service, Decision Making Software, Prioritization, Community Education, Spanish Language, Setting Appointments, Care Coordination, Ambulatory Care, Health Assessment, Communication, Infection Control, Scheduling, English Language, Algorithms, Communicating With Patients, Decision Making, Patient Education And Counseling, Multilingualism, Urgent Care, Critical Thinking, Writing, Emergency Departments, Developing Training Materials, Empathy, Direct Patient Care, Triage, Electronic Medical Record, Coordinating, Tactfulness, Multitasking, Communication Platforms, Nursing Care, Medical Terminology, Consulting, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Bilingual (Spanish/English), Microsoft Office, Computer Literacy, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Job Description
JOB OBJECTIVE
Under the general supervision of the Medical Director or Nurse Manager, the Clinical Agent will be provide nursing care to patients by way of limited patient assessment via telephone, assisting with appointment coordination, and collaboration with others within and outside the organization. Primary objective is to engage with patients and improve coordination of care.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Clinical Agent is responsible for performing the following duties: Monitors and responds to patient inquiry calls. Assists with the evaluation and assessment of patient's health care needs based on patient's signs and symptoms utilizing established triage protocols and guidelines. Effectively and efficiently uses clinical decision-making tools and algorithms. Reports accurate medical information to assist provider with decision making. Appropriately identifies patients with urgent needs and triages them with a provider to refer either to the emergency department or urgent care for evaluation. Provides appropriate health advice within the scope of their licensure/certification to patients who do not require immediate in person care with a provider. Documents accurate notes of all conversations and patient interactions in the patient's EMR.Patient Education:
Offer educational resources and information to patients.Collaboration:
Work with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. Schedules appointments for patients who need to see a CDCR provider, consulting with providers as appropriate. Assists with supporting patients with medication questions i.e. frequency processing refill requests as dictated by prescribing provider. Serve as a clinical resource and professional role model for other staff. Communicates appropriately and tactfully with staff, consultants, patients and their families, and the community. Provides a timely response to inquiries, which may take place via telephone or alternative communication platforms such as text messaging. Participates in staff, training, and other meetings as needed. May be responsible for development of training materials or policies & procedures. Performs other duties as assigned, including scheduling and outreach calls.EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of three years' experience in direct patient care, preferably in an ambulatory care or outpatient setting. Experience in Multi-Group Health Center setting preferred. Current licensed LVN or certified Medical Assistant Ability to multi task and prioritize. Has strong critical thinking and customer service skills. Knowledge of medical terminology, infection control and safety Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including clear and empathetic communication. Strong computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office and EMRs.Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$25.00 - $37.81 per hour Expected hours: 40 per weekEducation:
High school or equivalent (Required)Experience:
Patient care: 3 years (Preferred) Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)Language:
Spanish (Required)License/Certification:
LVN (Required)Work Location:
In personOther Job Posting Details
Salary
Minimum
Maximum
$52,000/yr
$78,645/yr