Flex Clinical RN/LPN (Gastro)

Springfield Clinic; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Clinic is seeking a Flex Clinical Staff member responsible for patient care according to individual needs in compliance with medical standards. This role involves assisting physicians, obtaining medical information, and providing emotional support to patients.

A valid LPN or RN education, along with current licensure in Illinois, is required. CPR certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire. The position demands excellent customer service and adherence to Springfield Clinic's ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Current licensure in the state of Illinois or certification for CMA.
• Must obtain CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical information, vital signs and diagnostic test results.
• Assist physicians in patient examinations and treatments.
• Administer care treatments as prescribed by the provider.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Comply with patient confidentiality standards.

Education

Educated as an LPN or RN by an approved program

Tools

CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines

Job description

The Flex Clinical Staff member is responsible for patient care according to individual needs of the patient population within the rules and regulations of their scope of practice and managing the operations of the office on a daily basis.

Job Relationships

Reports to the Operations Manager

Principal Responsibilities

• Obtain medical information, chief complaints, vital signs and diagnostic test results in preparation for physician examination and documents in the medical record.
• Assist the physician in the examination treatment of the patient by handing instruments, providing dressings, preparing equipment, etc. according to Infection Control Policy.
• Administer care treatments prescribed by the provider within scope of practice.
• Provides for continuity of care with patient treatment plans prescribed by the provider by putting in orders, scheduling tests and procedures, relaying patient results to providers and patients as appropriate, make referrals to other agencies, obtaining prior authorizations or certifications as needed.
• Serve as a patient advocate by protecting patient rights and give attention to complaints regarding service.
• Provide emotional support and guidance to patients/family.
• Demonstrate professionalism by adhering to performance standards including dress code.
• Insure confidentiality for patients and staff.
• Maintain knowledge by attending appropriate education programs, reading current journals and literature, and documents for yearly evaluation.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Orient new personnel to specialty.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Educated as an LPN or RN by an approved program.

Licenses/Certificates

• Current licensure in the state of Illinois or certification for CMA.
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Assume accountability and responsibility for own practice and that, which is delegated.

Working Environment

• Works in office setting during the hours the Clinic is available to patients/families.
• Sitting vs. standing averages to 50-50%.
• Minimal lifting requirements. Occasional lifting required for orthopedics, geriatrics and internal medicine.

PHI/Privacy Level

HIPAA1