Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant - Cardiology Physicians Clinic - Days - MFT

Memorial Hospital at Gulfport•Ocean Springs, MS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Provider(s) in the clinic, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting with patient care services as delegated or assigned, and will function within the scope of practice according to the Mississippi State Board of Nursing. The LPN collaborates with all clinical staff, patients, and their families. Certified Medical Assistants must have a High School or GED and a Vocational/Technical Diploma from a medical assistant program, along with a valid and current medical assistant certification from an accredited program (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, CCMA).

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited LPN program or completion of requirements for licensure.
Current MS license or temporary permit for same.
Oral and written communication skills.
High School or GED and a Vocational/Technical Diploma from a medical assistant program.
Valid and current medical assistant certification from an accredited program (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, CCMA).

Responsibilities

Performs patient care services
Demonstrates awareness of nursing care plan for each individual patient by implementing/documenting delegated nursing interventions
Measures and documents vital signs, lab tests, and procedures; reporting results to Provider as needed
Maintains efficient patient flow, including preparing exam rooms and triage area after each use
Demonstrates knowledge in the administration of medications including observing, reporting, and documenting the effectiveness of the medications administered
Schedules and compiles patient records; documents clinical and health information in the electronic health record
Participates in the admission, transfer, and discharge of the patient
Communicates client/patient/family health care needs to appropriate health care provider
Assures daily accurate, concise reporting and documentation of patient's condition and needs
Shares input from the patient and family with the appropriate health care provider
Actively participates in implementing patient care plans
Monitors patients to assure their comfort, privacy, and safety
Assists in ordering, labeling specimens, scheduling, dressing, and consenting patients