Flex Clinical RN/LPN - OB 1st

Springfield Clinic•Springfield, IL

About The Position

The Flex Clinical Staff member provides patient care based on the individual needs of the patient population, within the rules and regulations of their scope of practice. The position also manages the daily operations of the office. It reports to the Operations Manager. The role includes preparing patients for physician examinations, assisting physicians with examinations and treatment, administering prescribed care within scope of practice, and coordinating continuity of care. The staff member also advocates for patients, provides emotional support and guidance, maintains confidentiality and professionalism, supports specialty orientation for new personnel, and follows clinic policies, training requirements, and ethical standards.

Requirements

Education as an LPN or RN through an approved program.
Current Illinois licensure or certification as a CMA.
CPR certification according to American Heart Association guidelines, required within 30 days of hire.
Assume accountability and responsibility for one's own practice and for delegated practice.

Responsibilities

Obtain medical information, chief complaints, vital signs, and diagnostic test results in preparation for physician examinations, and document them in the medical record.
Assist physicians during patient examinations and treatment by handing instruments, providing dressings, and preparing equipment in accordance with Infection Control Policy.
Administer care and treatments prescribed by the provider within scope of practice.
Support continuity of care by entering orders, scheduling tests and procedures, relaying results to providers and patients as appropriate, making referrals, and obtaining prior authorizations or certifications as needed.
Protect patient rights, advocate for patients, and address complaints regarding service.
Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and families.
Adhere to performance standards, including the dress code, and maintain confidentiality for patients and staff.
Maintain knowledge through appropriate education programs and current journals and literature, and document information for yearly evaluation.
Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
Follow OSHA requirements and complete Springfield Clinic training and accomplishments as required by policy.
Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
Orient new personnel to the specialty.
Perform other job duties as assigned.
Manage the daily operations of the office.