Nurse Consultant, Licensed Practical Nurse

CVS Health

Des Moines, IA9h agovia LinkedIn

About the Role

The Field Nurse LPN will conduct quality reviews and provide education specific to medication compliance for Skilled Nursing (SNF) and Assisted Living (ALF) customers. This position involves observing and providing one-on-one feedback to staff conducting medication pass, reviewing medication carts and rooms for medication storage compliance and safety, conducting in-services for medication administration, and checking clinical documentation. The territory will cover Iowa and parts of Wyoming. Travel is required 80% of the work week with overnight stays.

Key Responsibilities

  • Meet with customers to present Omnicare Nursing Services and promote utilization of support tools and programs.
  • Evaluate regulatory compliance and determine clinical education needs for SNF/ Senior Living customers as it relates to pharmacy services.
  • Review medication carts and medication rooms for proper medication storage.
  • Observe medication pass and provide feedback to staff and leadership.
  • Review charts for proper documentation of medication management.
  • Conduct review of orders to medications being delivered by pharmacy to ensure order accuracy.
  • Identify and provide recommendations regarding deficiencies and opportunities around drug inventories, storage, and distribution.
  • Provide clinical training to facility staff, typically in small groups of 10-15 staff members.
  • Manage resolution of customer issues and requests.
  • Assist with onboarding new facilities to pharmacy processes.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Ability to travel regularly, up to 80%.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to drive long distances.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with a focus on Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and Web applications.

Qualifications

  • Licensed nurse (LPN/LVN) with current license in state of employment; additional licensure may be required in multi-state service areas.
  • Established experience in nursing field with recent experience that may include direct patient care, physical assessment, clinical education, and group in-servicing in the long-term care setting.
  • Long term care clinical experience (Preferred).

Education

  • Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

  • 40

Time Type

  • Full time

Pay Range

  • $43,888.00 - $91,052.00 (Annual Salary)

Benefits

This full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off.
  • Retirement savings options.
  • Wellness programs.
  • Other resources, based on eligibility.