Certified Medical Assistant CMA or LPN Nurse (Full Time)

UnityPoint Health; Belle Plaine (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN Nurse to join their dedicated team. This full-time role involves assisting providers with patient care, including monitoring vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and administering medications. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, a commitment to patient safety, and the ability to thrive in a team environment. This opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on patient health and well-being in a supportive and collaborative setting. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a team focused on excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program with a current Iowa license.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations and minor procedures.
• Document health concerns accurately in electronic records.
• Administer medications under the order of a provider or RN.

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Understanding Guidelines

Education

Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Practical Nurses

High school diploma

Tools

Electronic Health Record Systems

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant CMA or LPN Nurse (Full Time)

• Assist provider and other clinical staff with obtaining basic vital information, preparing patient for examination, treatment and minor surgical procedures, commensurate with training and education.
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining work queues, as assigned, for follow-up appointments related to office visits, laboratory tests and procedures to regularly follow patients monitoring disease status.
• Demonstrate competence in the skills necessary to carry out assigned duties including medication/immunization administration under the order of a provider or RN.

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

• Assist provider and other clinical staff with obtaining basic vital information, preparing patient for examination, treatment and minor surgical procedures, commensurate with training and education.
• Provide appropriate, accurate, and timely documentation regarding health concern and/or condition, in the patient’s electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes; obtained from patient or family members.
• Demonstrate competence in the skills necessary to carry out assigned duties.
• Administer medications by oral, IM, SQ or ID routes under the order of a provider or RN.
• Demonstrate the knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately.
• Thoroughly understand testing (lab and procedures) values and relationship to patient status with accountability to take next steps, as appropriate to scope and licensure.
• Thoroughly understand anatomical impact (phases/stages, thresholds) for clinic specialty services including co-morbidities and influences impacting patient care and treatment.
• Responsible for tracking system for follow-up appointments related to office visits, laboratory tests and procedures to regularly follow patients monitoring disease status; conduct follow up calls as necessary.
• Provide information to appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. health department).
• Understand inpatient and outpatient specialty procedures. Responsible for compliance with precertification requirements.
• Facilitate and support relationships between providers (e.g. within clinic, referring) and with ancillary services.
• Demonstrate initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
• Balance team and individual responsibilities; be open and objective to others' views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to positive team goals; and put the success of the team above own interests.
• Perform other duties as requested by Clinic Administrator to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the office.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• High school diploma required if work is performed in a complex CLIA lab.
• Current license to practice nursing in the State of Iowa/Illinois for Licensed Practical Nurse.

Experience:

• Will train qualified applicant.

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Must possess and maintain current: License Practical Nurse license in good standing to practice in the state of Iowa.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter.
• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work as a team member.
• Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Able to write, read, comprehend and speak fluent English.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

About the company

Welcome to UnityPoint Health. As your partner in health, we're dedicated to making it easier for you to live well-so you can show up for the moments that matter most.