Medical Assistant (MA) OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Fairfield Family Medicine

Mercy Health; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their dedicated team. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional patient care under the guidance of physicians, ensuring the highest quality of service. Your responsibilities will include preparing patients for appointments, collaborating with healthcare professionals, and assisting in various medical procedures. This position offers a supportive environment where your contributions will help enhance the well-being of the community. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Must have an active LPN license or be an LPN applicant.
• One year of clinical patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care under the direction of the Physician.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to meet patient needs.
• Assist in procedures and provide basic nursing care.

Skills

Patient Care

Interpersonal Communication

Organization Skills

Computer Skills

Education

Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) –

Job Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Physician. The LPN functions as an integral part of the health care team to provide the highest quality of care to the patient by preparing and assessing patients for provider visits. In this position, the LPN will observe, record, and report patient responses to medical care provided during appointments.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members in meeting patient/family needs
• Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
• Appropriately labels and packages specimens, as trained
• Assists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurse
• Acts as a chaperone for health care providers during patient examination as requested
• Assists provider with procedures, treatments, and interventions
• Other duties as assigned

Certifications:

• Active state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure or LPN applicant
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association

Experience:

• One year of clinical patient care experience (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to all ages of the patients
• Ability to learn and use a computer-based patient appointment scheduling and registration system
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a team
• Strong interpersonal communication and organization skills

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department: Fairfield Family Medicine - MHP Cincinnati, LLC