Clinic LPN Urgent Care

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in Des Moines, IA is seeking a licensed practical nurse for a full-time day-shift clinic role. The LPN will provide essential patient care, perform basic nursing duties, and support the care team within a busy outpatient setting.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, documentation in the EMR, administration of vaccines and injections, and collaboration with physicians and staff to ensure high-quality, safe care. MercyOne is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license issued by the State of Iowa.
• Clinic/physician office experience preferred.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certified or obtained within 3 months of hire.
• Proof of mandatory reporter abuse training within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes urgent/emergency needs and initiates appropriate emergency procedures.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary communication and analyzes patient data with care team.
• Documents interactions accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Maintains aseptic technique for procedures and medications.
• Assists with procedures, exams, immunizations, and basic nursing duties under supervision.

Skills

Interdisciplinary communication

Documentation in EMR

Aseptic technique

Vital signs

Patient education

Education

LPN license (Iowa)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: LPN

• Demonstrates ability to recognize and assess urgent/emergency needs of patients and initiate appropriate emergency procedures as needed.
• Demonstrates current level of knowledge of various payor regulations by functioning within those guidelines.
• Acts to facilitate interdisciplinary communication. Utilizes other members of the health care team in assessing the patient and analyzes patient data. Assesses learning needs of the patient and significant others. Gives accurate and complete information to patient and family.
• Follows clinic procedure/protocol for the organization and management of the electronic medical record (i.e. test results, retrieval, filing, creation, repair, charging of electronic medical record).
• Evaluates patient and family understanding of treatment plan and/or instructions.
• Assists with a variety of procedures, exams and/or operation of diagnostic equipment as assigned (i.e., tympanometry, spirometry, etc.).
• Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, procedures and medications administered.
• Accurately and legibly documents all patient interactions in electronic medical record.
• Reports results and pertinent information to patients and health care team members.
• Functions according to limitations or scope of license or certification.
• Performs basic nursing functions (vitals, rooming, assist with procedures, immunizations, medication injections, etc.), under direction and supervision of provider.
• Maintains professional appearance of patient exam and procedure rooms.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work includes cross coverage in other clinic areas as team needs.
• Responsible for following equipment maintenance protocol, identifying problems, and coordinating appropriate repairs.
• Participates in Performance Improvement projects.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Current LPN license issued by the State of Iowa
• Clinic/physician office experience preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population serve within three (3) months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.