CMA./LPN/RN- Mercy South Family Practice and Urgent Care FT .9

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CMA./LPN/RN- Mercy South Family Practice and Urgent Care FT .9 (Days/Evenings)','Full-time','Nursing - RN','Days/Eves','Days/Eves','72','72','Occasional','Occasional','IOWA-DES MOINES-MERCY SOUTH CLINIC','','!*!CMA: Under the direction of the health care provider, Medical Assistant II is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and wellbeing of all patients.  Accurately preforms preliminary physical tests such as:  measures blood pressure, records weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols.
Perform general
patient care by following established standards and procedures.
Greet and
prepare patients for the health care provider.
Obtain and
record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure,
temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and
current medications and presenting problem.
May be required
to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for
laboratory analysis.
Administer
ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically,
rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
May perform
routine tests including but not limited to EKG’s.
Schedule
patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of
testing.
Communicate with
patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as
directed by physician.
Prepare, clean
and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms
stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to
protocol.
Document patient
plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as
directed by the provider.
Escalate
non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or
healthcare provider(s).
Ensure safety
checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
Provide for
patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
Perform other
duties as assigned by practice manager, MA Lead or as requested by
healthcare provider(s).
LPN: Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
or Physician, Licensed Practical Nurse functions as a vital member of the
healthcare team who contributes to the success of the practice by demonstrating
customer/patient focus, effective communication, professionalism, and teamwork.
Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate
comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families. 
Performs
basic nursing care to patients by following established standards and
procedures.
Collects patient
data such as vital signs; notes how the patient looks and acts, or
responds to stimuli, and reports this information accordingly.
Prepares and
administers injections, performs routine tests, treats wounds, and changes
bandages.
Prepares patient
records and files using established medical record forms/automated systems
and documentation practices.
Administers
certain prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment
progress and patient response.
Participates in
the implementation and evaluation of patient care based on practice
guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.
Monitors and
documents treatment progress and patient response.
Conveys
information to patients and families about health status, health
maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
Participates in
teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
Performs other
duties as assigned.
RN:The Registered Nurse functions as a vital member of the healthcare
team who contributes to the success the practice by demonstrating
customer/patient focus, effective communication, professionalism, and teamwork.
Will utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate
comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families. 
Perform
general nursing care to patients by following established standards and
procedures.
Obtain patient
consent for care and ensures patient confidentiality.
Obtain and
document health history, information on chief complaint, vital signs, and
health risk factors and assesses disease condition.
Provide patient
care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state
laws and regulations.
Execute
prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed
medications, and monitor and document treatment progress and patient
response. Refer to/consult with physicians, other health providers, and
community resources to prevent/resolve problems or concerns.
Educate patients
and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of
acute and chronic conditions.
Document patient
assessment and intervention data using established medical record
forms/automated systems and documentation practices.
Participate in
multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
Track quality
assurance data and monitor for acute and chronic care management.
May act as team
lead for other nursing staff.
Perform other
duties as assigned.
','!*!CMA: 
High school
diploma or equivalent required.
Current/valid
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical
Assistant (RMA) required if applicable.
Successfully
completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current/valid Medication Aide
certification by state agency required if applicable. 
May require
specialized training such as Non-Certified Radiologic Technician (NCT).
Basic Life
Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required.
LPN:
Must be a graduate of an
accredited school of practical nursing program.
Must have current/valid Licensed Practical
Nurse license from the state licensing board.
Must have current healthcare
provider CPR (Basic Life Support) certification.

1 year
experience in a clinic or acute hospital nursing setting required
RN:
Graduate of an
accredited school of nursing required.
Bachelor of
Science in Nursing preferred.
Current/valid Registered
Nurse license from the state licensing board required.
Basic Life
Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required. 1 year related
experience in a clinic or acute hospital nursing setting required.  
','We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.','2017-R0137280','Mercy Medical Center','CMA./LPN/RN- Mercy South Family Practice and Urgent Care FT .9 (Days/Evenings)

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