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Family Health Care of Siouxland
RN, LPN, or Certified Medical Assistant - All FHC Clinics
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$57,004 / year median in Iowa
+12% projected growth
Job Description
LOCATION
Applying to All FHC Clinics.ADDRESS:
The single clinic the applicant is hired at.CLASSIFICATION
Non-Exempt - Full-TimeREPORTS TO
Clinic ManagerSUMMARY/OBJECTIVE
Provides professional team-based care to patients. Assists in the continuum of care and in educating patients on their patient centered medical home.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
(This list may not include all of the duties assigned) Performs general clinical care to patients. Screens patients for appropriate information. Utilize knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventative and therapeutic nursing care of assigned patient/family as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes. Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination, and testing of patients and documents accurately in the patient's chart. Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions, within scope of practice. Responsible for preparation of exam rooms including re-stocking of treatment areas. Perform delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards as observed by the register nurse if applicable. Participate in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. Work collaboratively with other members of the health care team in coordination of the patient's care as evidenced by other department feedback. Performs related work as required.COMPENTENCIES
Customer/Client Focus Problem Solving/Analysis Time Management Communication Proficiency Teamwork OrientationEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
RN Required:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing Possession of aState Registered Nurse License CPR Certification Preferred:
One year of professional nursing experience in a clinic setting preferred Word processing and computer experienceLPN Required:
Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing. Valid state license to practice practical nursingCPR Certification Preferred:
Word Processing and computer experience.Certified Medical Assistant Required:
Graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants or equivalent work experience under the NHA.Preferred:
Word Processing and computer experience One year of MA experience in an office setting Job description is available upon request. #hc262675Benefits
- Professional Development