Job Description

Join a team where every day brings a new opportunity to make a difference!

General Responsibilities:

The Float LPN or MA requires the ability to float and cover at a variety of locations/departments to meet staffing needs at any RVPCS location. The float works as part of the clinic provider team and assists the Physician, Nurse Practitioner, and/or Physician Assistant in the provision of primary health care. The float provides limited direct patient services and performs specifically designated independent procedures. All duties/responsibilities are accepted as the float nurse's until the regular staff member returns to their location/department.

Location(s):

All RVPCS Medical Clinics

Job Type:

Full-time/Monday - Friday

Pay:

will be based on experience

Expected hours:

No more than 40 per week

Safety Sensitive

Reports To:

Director of Nursing/Assistant Director of Nursing

Essential Functions:

1. Prepares patients for examination, including the identification of the chief complaint, the taking of vital signs, height, weight, etc., and ensures smooth patient flow throughout the clinic.



2. Keep ill patients comfortable until seen by a physician or nurse practitioner.



3. Assists the physician and family nurse practitioner in health care activities, performance of diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures, and the administration of medications as necessary.



4. Conducts patient screening for hearing, sight, blood pressure, and other simple routine procedures and physicals.



5. In the absence of a laboratory technician, performs routine laboratory procedures, collects specimens, and prepares them for laboratory pick-up.



6. Maintains patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations.



7. Assists with stocking the exam room and special treatment rooms with needed supplies.



8. Participates in the clinic's quality improvement activities and performs duties in accordance with applicable standards.



9. Ensure an appropriate environment for the administration of healthcare by keeping exam rooms, nurses' station, all equipment, and other work areas clean, safe, and orderly fashion.



10. Performs other necessary duties as required by the DON/ADON to meet the goal of providing primary care services.



11. Properly documents all information related to the patient visit within the electronic medical records system. This can include, but is not limited to, chief complaint, medications, blood pressure, weight, height, etc. Also responsible for properly documenting all phone calls, including advice, patient refills, etc.



12. Supports initiatives such as Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) AND Meaningful Use (MU).



13. Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

Successful completion of an approved LPN certificate program or Certified/Registered MA program. Current state LPN/CMA/RMA license/certificate. Must be qualified in Basic Life Support Techniques. Previous Psychiatric experience required. Epic experience preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

Requirements:

Current state LPN or MA license or certification. Current and Valid Driver's License and availability to travel to any of the RVPCS locations with reliable transportation. Must be qualified in Basic Life Support Techniques.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

Knowledge of how to use medical equipment and instruments to assist the providers. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to assist in establishing/maintaining a safe work environment. Ability to relate with warmth and effectiveness to the patients and co-workers of the clinic. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to handle protected health information (PHI) in a manner consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

Requirements:

Current and valid driver's license and availability to travel to any RVPCS location with reliable transportation.

RVPCS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. - "This position is governed by mandated Federal and State regulations and the policies and procedures of River Valley Primary Care Services, Inc."

Benefits:

403(B) - Retirement 403(B) Matching - 5% max AD&D Insurance Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee Discounts Flexible Spending Account Life Insurance * PTO