LVN/LPN Healthcare Coordinator Midlothian Texas
Company: Optum
Location: Arlington
Posted on: February 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses,
is seeking a LVN/LPN Healthcare Coordinator to join our team in
Midlothian, TX. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is
changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member of the Optum
Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to
make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, you'll have the
clinical resources, data and support of a global organization
behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives.
Here, you'll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative
environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving
towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional
career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at
home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your
community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas
and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of
patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to
make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how
rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing
together. The Healthcare Coordinator is responsible for
successfully supporting patients with stable chronic health
conditions to navigate the healthcare system. The Healthcare
Coordinator assists in developing patient empowerment by acting as
an educator, resource, and advocate for patients and their families
to ensure a maximum quality of life. The Healthcare Coordinator
interacts and collaborates with multidisciplinary care teams, to
include physicians, nurses, pharmacists, laboratory technologists,
social workers, and other educators. The Healthcare Coordinator
works in a less structured, self-directed environment and performs
all nursing duties within the scope of a LVN/LPN license of the
applicable state board of nursing. Primary Responsibilities: -
Works with the providers and clinic staff to identify patients with
chronic disease diagnoses. - Supports longitudinal care of the
patient with stable chronic care conditions by: - performing
focused assessment of chronic care conditions - performing
medication reconciliation - conducting Motivational Interviewing
and Self-Management Goal setting - providing patient education
using standardized, approved educational materials - creating
referrals to appropriate agencies and resources - Supports
transition of the patient with stable chronic care conditions from
inpatient to outpatient setting, by: - performing focused
assessment of transitional needs - performing medication
reconciliation - reviewing contingency plan - providing patient
education using standardized, approved educational materials -
assisting with post discharge needs such as prescriptions,
transportation, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), appointments -
Notifies providers and/or supervising RN of changes to patient's
health condition - Performs accurate and timely documentation in
the electronic medical record - Participates in daily huddles and
Patient Care Coordination (PCC) meetings - Prepares accurate and
timely reports, as required, for weekly meetings - Maintains
continued competence in nursing practice and knowledge of current
evidence based practices - May perform clinical tasks within their
scope of practice - Performs all other related duties as assigned
In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients
across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors,
specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in
providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over
16,000 doctors' offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We're
innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face
of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000 primary
care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice
clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000 older adults. Together,
we're making health care work better for everyone. You'll be
rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that
will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to
succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles
you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: - Current
unrestricted Texas LVN license or compact license - Current BLS
certification - 2 years of experience in a physician's office,
clinical or hospital setting - Knowledge of chronic diseases,
especially COPD/asthma, diabetes, CHF and IHD - Proficient computer
skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records - This
position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of
immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus,
Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity,
documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor's diagnosis of
disease Preferred Qualifications: - Experience related to patient
education and/or motivational interviewing skills and
self-management goal setting - IV Certification - Fluent written
and verbal skills in English and Spanish - Demonstrated ability to
interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary
teams - Proven excellent verbal and written skills - Proven solid
interpersonal skills - Proven excellent organizational and
prioritization skills Pay is based on several factors including but
not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience,
certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits
such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and
recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution
(all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter
where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a
far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for
this role will range from $20.38 to $36.44 per hour based on
full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as
applicable. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, national
origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules,
or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are
required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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