LPN/CLINIC MEDICAL ASST - Diabetes Clinic

This purpose of this position is to provide support in the medical field by performing various medical and clerical activities to assure quality care and a more efficient workplace.

What you will do:

• Obtains and documents data to include but not limited to chief complaint, allergies, vital signs, pain assessment, medication reconciliation, and fall risk.

• Obtains and reviews basic health history information.

• Anticipates and prepares exam room with equipment and supplies required for the visit. Assists with exams/procedures as requested.

• Utilizes written MercyOne Medical Center – New Hampton policies/procedures and universal precautions when performing lab/diagnostic tests or procedures.

• Reports and documents all critical lab/diagnostic test values to provider. Performs, maintains and documents quality controls as applicable/requested, i.e., logs, proficiency tests, maintenance records, etc.

• Assists in scheduling patients for office appointments, lab/diagnostic tests/referrals.

• Reviews written test preparation handout with patient and documents in medical record. Refers patient to provider/nurse if further patient education is required. Obtains appropriate waiver/consent.

• Completes charges to include and obtain the diagnosis from the provider, identifying and initialing all billable supplies and services. Obtains ABNs or Prior Authorizations as necessary.

• Utilizes proper procedure for administering medications and treatments with emphasis on patient safety.

• Documents administration of medications and treatments.

• Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures.

Position Purpose:

Clinic Nurse is a professional nursing position that provides quality patient care and is a patient advocate.

What you will do:

• Obtains and documents data to include but not limited to chief complaint, allergies, vital signs, pain assessment, medication reconciliation, and fall risk.

• Obtains and reviews basic health history information.

• Anticipates and prepares exam room with equipment and supplies required for the visit. Assists with exams/procedures as requested.

• Utilizes written MercyOne Medical Center – New Hampton policies/procedures and universal precautions when performing lab/diagnostic tests or procedures.

• Reports and documents all critical lab/diagnostic test values to provider. Performs, maintains and documents quality controls as applicable/requested, i.e., logs, proficiency tests, maintenance records, etc.

• Assists in scheduling patients for office appointments, lab/diagnostic tests/referrals.

• Reviews written test preparation handout with patient and documents in medical record. Refers patient to provider/nurse if further patient education is required. Obtains appropriate waiver/consent.

• Completes charges to include and obtain the diagnosis from the provider, identifying and initialing all billable supplies and services. Obtains ABNs or Prior Authorizations as necessary.

• Utilizes proper procedure for administering medications and treatments with emphasis on patient safety.

• Documents administration of medications and treatments.

• Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures.

Minimum qualifications:

• Graduate of a school of nursing is required.

• A current Iowa License as a Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse is required.

• Nurse may be required based on Department needs.

• Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 60 days of hire and maintains current status.

• Completes Mandatory Reporting: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse requirement within 6 months of hire and renews this requirement every 3 years.

Hours/Schedule:

Full Time, working Monday - Friday, Day Shift. No weekends, Nights or Holidays!

Minimum qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved school for medical assistant. Credentialed as a medical assistant is required. (CMA, RMA, NCMA)

• A minimum of six months work experience in a health care facility performing duties relating to patient care is preferred.

• Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 60 days of hire and maintains current status.

• Completes Mandatory Reporting: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse requirement within 6 months of hire and renews this requirement every 3 years.

Position highlights and benefits:

• Education Assistance offered

• Effective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 16 hours per week or greater

• Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials

• Generous paid time off program

• Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1

Ministry/Facility Information:

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties.

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.

With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.

MercyOne Medical Group – North Iowa is part of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.