LPN/CMA Float

HealthPartners•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

HealthPartners is hiring an LPN/CMA Float to support the Foot and Ankle Department and work across multiple locations, including Saint Paul, Woodbury, Inver Grove Heights, and Bloomington. The position may be filled by an LPN or a CMA, with qualifications and responsibilities specific to the selected role. LPN responsibilities include providing direct patient care in an ambulatory setting, obtaining health histories and vital signs, performing routine procedures and testing, supporting patient education, documenting care, and communicating with the healthcare team. The LPN also performs telephone screening under the direction of an RN or MD, maintains patient privacy and safety, and contributes to effective unit and department practices. CMA responsibilities include providing routine, standardized health information and patient instruction under the direction of a provider or registered nurse; collecting and reporting health data; administering non-intravenous medications and immunizations; assisting with procedures; and collecting and processing laboratory specimens. The CMA also documents care, supports quality improvement and safety activities, protects confidentiality, and provides individualized, culturally responsive care in collaboration with patients, families, and team members.

Requirements

LPN: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
LPN: Current Minnesota LPN licensure.
LPN: Current BLS certification for health professionals through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; online-only BLS certification is not acceptable.
LPN: Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
CMA: Graduate of a medical assisting program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES.
CMA: Current Medical Assistant certification or registration through AAMA or AMT.
CMA: Current BLS provider status in accordance with AHA guidelines; online-only BLS certification is not acceptable.
CMA: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
CMA: Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
CMA: Attention to detail and organizational ability.
CMA: Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
CMA: Compassionate and professional attitude toward patients.
CMA: Proficiency with electronic health record systems.

Nice To Haves

LPN: One year of full-time employment as an LPN.
CMA: One or more years of experience, preferably in a related field of medicine.

Responsibilities

LPN: Identify common and recurring nursing needs and assist patients in achieving basic health care goals.
LPN: Perform routine office procedures and testing in an ambulatory care setting.
LPN: Identify patient education needs, provide instruction, and refer appropriately.
LPN: Document observations, actions, procedures, treatments, and patient outcomes accurately and appropriately.
LPN: Provide safe, accurate, clinically competent direct care to patients and families.
LPN: Recognize abnormalities or urgent problems and seek appropriate assistance.
LPN: Obtain health history information and accurate vital signs, and recognize and report variances.
LPN: Teach techniques or provide information according to established programs, and give patients and families current, accurate information about procedures and care.
LPN: Perform telephone screening under the direction of an RN or MD.
LPN: Protect patients’ rights to privacy, safety, and confidentiality.
LPN: Maintain current practice through relevant continuing education and maintain CPR certification.
LPN: Use time and materials efficiently; participate in goal setting and attainment for self, the care unit, and/or the department.
LPN: Support improvement of LPN practice, model appropriate technical conduct, and provide support to professional and technical staff.
LPN: Solve problems appropriately, seek assistance when needed, and use interpersonal skills to foster positive responses from patients and healthcare team members.
LPN: Demonstrate commitment to HealthPartners’ mission, goals, and values.
CMA: Under a provider’s or registered nurse’s direction, instruct patients about examinations, special tests, procedures, or home/self-care, and provide routine, standardized health information.
CMA: Recognize and respond appropriately to medical emergencies.
CMA: Collect and report patient health data.
CMA: Administer immunizations and medications by any route except intravenous.
CMA: Set up and assist with diagnostic, therapeutic, or surgical procedures within the scope of practice.
CMA: Collect and process laboratory specimens.
CMA: Liaise between patients and families and providers, hospitals, medical staff, or outside agencies involved in care.
CMA: Document observations, actions, and patient outcomes according to established policies and procedures.
CMA: Participate in quality improvement and outcome studies, departmental in-services, workshops, and other educational opportunities that improve patient care.
CMA: Follow safety instructions, observe safe work practices, contribute input on safety issues, and promote a safe work environment.
CMA: Maintain regular and timely attendance and protect confidentiality.
CMA: Support the Corporate Integrity Program through compliance education and training and adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
CMA: Complete mandatory education and organizational requirements on time, including licensure or certification, Employee Health and Wellness requirements, and annual training.
CMA: Identify expected outcomes for an individualized plan based on the patient or situation and the needs of the population served.
CMA: Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members; support patient safety and account for variations in populations served.
CMA: Anticipate the needs and unique characteristics of the population and communities served, provide culturally responsive care, and develop individualized plans for patients and families.