Licensed Practical Nurse - UI Health Care West Branch Family Medicine Clinic 50% (With Benefits)
About The Position
The University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking a patient-centered Licensed Practical Nurse to work 50% time (20 hours per week) at the West Branch Family Medicine Clinic. The position will primarily support Family Medicine but may float to other patient specialties and clinic locations, including Pediatrics and Specialty/Outreach Clinics, based on clinical needs and hours. The clinic provides a range of care, including pregnancy and baby wellness care, vaccinations, school and athletic physicals, acute visits, annual check-ups, mental health services, and on-site laboratory services. The team builds relationships with patients, monitors their care histories, and provides personalized, compassionate care. Family Medicine providers connect patients with UI Health Care specialists when specialty care is needed. The LPN provides nursing care under the supervision of a registered professional nurse, participates in developing nursing care plans and implementing therapeutic programs, and may direct and supervise assigned nursing personnel in less complex situations. In more complex situations, the LPN assists the registered professional nurse. The position is located in West Branch, Iowa, with work at surrounding clinics based on clinical need and hours. The schedule has variable hours Monday, Thursday, and Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.; Thursday hours end at noon. No on-call time, weekends, or holidays are required.
Requirements
- Be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the Iowa Board of Nursing, or be eligible for a temporary work permit.
- Complete required continuing education hours to maintain a valid LPN certification.
- Hold Basic Cardiac Life Support provider certification.
- Have a valid driver's license and meet University Fleet Safety Standards.
- Be available to support other clinical locations based on clinical need and hours.
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Applicants must upload a resume addressing how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications.
- Successful candidates must self-disclose conviction history and undergo a criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Previous EPIC experience.
- Previous Family Medicine Clinic experience.
- Strong phlebotomy skills.
- Ability to demonstrate teamwork and autonomy in all aspects of the role.
- Previous phlebotomy experience.
- Previous immunization experience.
- Previous experience with lab audits.
- Previous experience handling and processing lab specimens.
- Staff may be required to receive a passing score on work samples to be considered.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care under the supervision of a registered professional nurse.
- Participate in the development of nursing care plans and implementation of therapeutic programs for patients.
- In less complex situations, direct and supervise assigned nursing personnel.
- In more complex situations, assist the registered professional nurse.
- Support Family Medicine and, as needed, other specialties or clinic locations based on clinical needs and hours.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick leave.
- Health, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
- Employer contributions to retirement plans.
- Free on-site parking.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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