Job description

The registered nurse (RN)/licensed practical nurse (LPN)/ highly experienced MA II participates as a member of the health care team and provides clinical care to assigned patients under the direct, assigned supervisor and accepts delegation from the provider/assigned supervisor in meeting the needs of the patient. The RN/LPN/MA II collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the provider in patient assessment and care planning. The RN/LPN/ MA II delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization, principles of relationship-based care and within licensure/certification. The RN/LPN/MA II possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and instructing; and may participate on committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

In addition, the RN/LPN/MA II must have knowledge of fundamental clinical care principles, practices, and procedures. Must have a basic knowledge of adverse symptoms and possess the ability to react in emergencies. Must have a general knowledge of the human anatomy and adverse signs and symptoms. Ability to relate well with patients and the ability to teach. All requirements upheld within scope of licensure/certification.

Pay rate will depend upon licensure.

General (Core) Responsibilities:

· Obtains patient history, weight, vital signs and assists in the assessment of patients for symptoms of illnesses.

· Provides practical clinical services according to established national and organizational standards and policies/procedures, including the administration of medications.

· Documents medical services provided in the patient's chart including all observations, assessments, clinical interventions, provider orders, treatments plans, and follow up instructions.

· Participates in continuous quality improvement activities.

· Assists in the promotion of continuity of care by providing health instructions, patient education, referrals, and collaborating with other health providers.

· Performs other appropriate duties as required or as assigned by a supervisor.

· Safe-guards confidentiality of the medical charts/records and complies with all local, state, and federal laws pertaining to medical records. Assures compliance with all HIPAA regulations concerning use, retrieval, storage, and sharing of medical records.

· Act as a liaison for communication from provider to patient and other health care agencies such as pharmacies. For example, general phone calls from patients, refill requests, etc. Such communications will be timely to aid in continuity of care.

· Assists medical providers with examination and treatment of patients.

· Follows protocols and performs accurate and thorough work ups and check-ins of all patients.

· Demonstrate teamwork and commitment to quality patient care.

· Demonstrates the ability to effectively organize and prioritize work and utilize available resources to assist with efficient patient flow in the clinic.

· Actively assists with routine clinic tasks. Utilizes established methods to ensure consistency in maintaining emergency supplies, stock medications, immunizations, forms, sterile instrument inventory, equipment, appropriate exam room inventory, etc.

· Assists in the orientation of new clinic employees.

· Accurately documents status, as well as, preventive health status and communicates needs to provider.

· Assists with patient education based on assessment of patient needs and clinic standards of care and documents in patient record.

· Provides skilled clinical care as demonstrated by safely and accurately performing technical skills (sterile dressings, EKGs, pulmonary treatments, etc.) and the safe, accurate administration of medications, and immunizations.

· Assumes role of advocate to ensure health needs are met including responding to patient phone messages and requests in a timely and professional manner.

· Knowledgeable of and follows all established Infection Control guidelines and OSHA standards and participates in staff training events.

· Exhibits caring qualities consistent with the values of the CHHC.

· Performs laboratory testing, including proper handling and labeling of all test samples according to clinic policies and in compliance with CLIA guidelines.

· Keeps patients/families informed of situations that affect patient's clinic visit, i.e. extended waiting times, seeing provider other than originally scheduled, etc.

· Participates in flexible work assignments to accommodate fluctuating patient and staffing needs.

· Able to perform effectively and appropriately in emergency situations.

· Attend clinic mandated and departmental in-services and trainings.

· All other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.49 - $28.61 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Medical specialties:

• Ob/Gyn

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• McAlester, OK 74501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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