CMA/LPN Pediatric Clinic

MercyOne

Newton (IA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

MercyOne seeks a dedicated CMA/LPN for our Pediatric Clinic in Newton, IA. The ideal candidate will provide quality nursing care, recognize urgent patient needs, and maintain communication with the healthcare team. This is a full-time position requiring a current state license and basic life support certification.

Qualifications

Possession of a current or compact state license as a licensed practical nurse or certified medical assistant.
Outpatient hospital/Clinic experience preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.

Responsibilities

Ensure quality nursing care to all patients and families.
Recognize and assess urgent/emergency needs of patients.
Perform basic nursing functions under direction and supervision of provider.

Skills

Emergency procedure recognition

Interdisciplinary communication

Patient teaching

Education

Current or compact state license as LPN or CMA

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

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Description

Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients and family.

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 payer 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. Assess 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. Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, procedures and medications administered. 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. -
Preforms 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.
Coordinates provider schedules in all areas.
Obtains prior authorizations for required procedures and medications to ensure payer approval. - Provides patient teaching as needed. (Inhaler, diagnoses, pre-operative, etc.)
Reports timely results and pertinent information to patient and health care team member.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients and family.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities -

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 payer 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. Assess 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. Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, procedures and medications administered. 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. -
Preforms 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.
Coordinates provider schedules in all areas.
Obtains prior authorizations for required procedures and medications to ensure payer approval. - Provides patient teaching as needed. (Inhaler, diagnoses, pre-operative, etc.)
Reports timely results and pertinent information to patient and health care team member.

Qualifications

Possession of a current or compact state license as a licensed practical nurse or certified medical assistant defined by the State of Iowa.
Outpatient hospital/Clinic 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 to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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