Posted Date: 4/25/2024

Job Location: St. Anthony Orthopedics, 311 S Clark St Suite 285, Opposite the Hospital Main Entrance on North side, Carroll, IA, 51401
Department: Orthopedic Clinic
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description

Job Summary

Assists Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers in delivering patient care in an outpatient clinic setting, consistent with licensure as a Registered Nurse.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Prepare patient for examination by recording vitals, medical history, and chief complaint.

• Administer injections, medications, vaccines, and IVs as directed by providers and within the scope of licensure.

• Perform laboratory tests (including point-of-care phlebotomy, specimen collection, and diagnostic tests) as directed by providers and within the scope of licensure.

• Communicate test results, follow-up instructions, and address patient questions and concerns in a timely manner according to clinic policy.

• Respond to emergency medical situations in an urgent manner and perform on the spot emergency assistance which may include first aid and/or CPR.

Clinical Support

• Assist providers with examinations and procedures.

• Prepare examination and procedure rooms with necessary sanitation procedures and supplies.

• Use clinical judgment to assess patients’ health status in person or via phone, and recommend clinic and/or ER visit as appropriate.

• Collaborate with team members and other providers to ensure all patient-care and administrative duties are completed in a timely manner.

• Travel to other clinics to provide support as directed by clinic leadership.

Administrative

• Answer patient phone calls and facilitate communication between patient and provider.

• Complete messages and tasks as assigned in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.

• Schedule follow-up appointments and procedures and submit referrals as directed by providers.

• Complete prior authorizations for procedures and medications as required.

• Assist with maintaining an inventory of supplies.

General Duties

• Practices and behaves in a professional, safe and ethical manner at all times.

• Serves as a patient advocate.

• Maintains friendly and courteous interpersonal communication skills and a positive service attitude.

• Participates in performance improvement and educational activities. Completes all CEU’s as required by respective licensure. If licensed, maintains an active and current license.

• Works willingly and accepts assignments as given.

• Attends all mandatory meetings and programs.

• Participates in opportunities that enhance personal and professional growth.

• Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.

• Complies with the Corporate Compliance Policy and all laws, regulations, and Standards of Conduct relating to the position and agrees to report any suspected violations of law or Standards of Conduct.

• Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards.

• Maintains a safe work environment using safe work practices, utilizing standard precautions and complying with hazardous waste procedures at all times as described in St. Anthony's Safety Manual.

• Maintains the confidentiality of patient, resident, employee and organizational information.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities, however, may assist physician with special unit procedures and provide training, education, and guidance to assigned staff, such as L.P.N.s, C.M.A.s, and/or C.N.A.s.

Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the department Director, organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• RN with state license required; Current license to practice nursing in the state.

• If assigned, current certification in the State of Iowa to perform limited radiology examinations.

• Two years of experience as a professional nurse in a clinic setting preferred.

Position Requirements, Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

• Basic Life Support certification.

• Ability to create a caring, compassionate relationship with the patients and families.

• Ability to collaborate with the healthcare team to use evidence-based practice in providing care.

• Expertise in handling sophisticated medical equipment.

• Must possess effective time management skills.

• Ability to carry out assignments with minimal supervision and guidance.

• Must possess a current, valid driver’s license.

• Good driving record required.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports, business correspondence, and understand procedure manuals

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, patients, families and the general public

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May be exposed to infectious diseases and occupational dangers like accidental needle pricks. Must be able to withstand physical and emotional stress.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and blood borne pathogens. The employee may be exposed to unpleasant sights, odors, and materials. The employee may be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of radiation. The employee may occasionally be exposed to high, precarious places and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

LPN

Job Summary

Assists Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers in delivering patient care in an outpatient clinic setting, consistent with licensure as a Practical Nurse.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Prepare patient for examination by recording vitals, medical history, and chief complaint.

• Administer injections, medications, vaccines, and IVs as directed by providers and within the scope of licensure.

• Perform laboratory tests (including point-of-care phlebotomy, specimen collection, and diagnostic tests) as directed by providers and within the scope of licensure.

• Communicate test results, follow-up instructions, and address patient questions and concerns in a timely manner according to clinic policy.

• Respond to emergency medical situations in an urgent manner and perform on the spot emergency assistance which may include first aid and/or CPR.

Clinical Support

• Assist providers with examinations and procedures.

• Prepare examination and procedure rooms with necessary sanitation procedures and supplies.

• Use clinical judgment to assess patients’ health status in person or via phone, and recommend clinic and/or ER visit as appropriate.

• Collaborate with team members and other providers to ensure all patient-care and administrative duties are completed in a timely manner.

• Travel to other clinics to provide support as directed by clinic leadership.

Administrative

• Answer patient phone calls and facilitate communication between patient and provider.

• Complete messages and tasks as assigned in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system.

• Schedule follow-up appointments and procedures and submit referrals as directed by providers.

• Complete prior authorizations for procedures and medications as required.

• Assist with maintaining an inventory of supplies.

General Duties

• Practices and behaves in a professional, safe and ethical manner at all times.

• Serves as a patient advocate.

• Maintains friendly and courteous interpersonal communication skills and a positive service attitude.

• Participates in performance improvement and educational activities. Completes all CEU’s as required by respective licensure. If licensed, maintains an active and current license.

• Works willingly and accepts assignments as given.

• Attends all mandatory meetings and programs.

• Participates in opportunities that enhance personal and professional growth.

• Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.

• Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations and JCAHO standards.

• Maintains a safe work environment using safe work practices, utilizing standard precautions and complying with hazardous waste procedures at all times as described in St. Anthony's Safety Manual.

• Maintains the confidentiality of patient, resident, employee and organizational information.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities, however, may assist physician with special unit procedures and provide training, education, and guidance to assigned C.M.A.s and/or C.N.A.s.

Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the department Director, organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• LPN with state license required; Current license to practice nursing in the state.

• Experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Position requirements, certificates, Licenses, registrations

• Basic Life Support certification.

• Ability to create a caring, compassionate relationship with the patients and families.

• Ability to collaborate with the healthcare team to use evidence-based practice in providing care.

• Must possess effective time management skills.

• Must possess a current, valid driver’s license.

• Good driving record required.

Language Skills

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, patients, families and the general public

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May be exposed to infectious diseases and occupational dangers like accidental needle pricks. Must be able to withstand physical and emotional stress.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

CMA

Job Summary

Assists visiting specialists in providing patient care in accordance with established methods and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assembles records and equipment needed: Lab and Radiology results are made available for Physician review.

• Obtains and records patient vital signs, medication list & symptoms/complaints.

• Oversees patient room assignment while providing for patient safety.

• Assists with procedures and exams.

• Schedules follow up appointments & makes referrals as needed.

• Sets up future Labs and Radiology exams with appropriate departments as ordered.

• Provides data for operations report.

• Assures that charges are made for services rendered.

• Demonstrates professionalism at all times.

• Provides patient education as indicated.

• Demonstrates the ability to perform patient care functions relevant to the need and behaviors of all age groups.

• Attends all mandatory meetings and programs.

• Participates in opportunities that enhance personal and professional growth.

• Performs other duties as necessary or assigned.

• Complies with all applicable state and federal regulations.

• Maintains a safe work environment using safe work practices, utilizing standard precautions and complying with hazardous waste procedures at all times as described in St. Anthony's Safety Manual.

• Maintains the confidentiality of patient, resident, employee and organizational information.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Certificate from accredited school.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before customers, patients, families and employees of the organization.

Position Requirements, Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

Certificate from accredited school for Certified Medical Assistant.

BCLS certification within three months of employment.

Physical Demand

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 21 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, and blood-borne pathogens. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

If you have further questions, please call the Human Resources Department at 712-794-5111.