MANC, Wound Care

HealthPartners•Saint Paul, MN

26d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPartners is hiring an LPN, CMA, or MANC to work in Wound Care at HealthPartners Specialty Center 401 in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The role involves providing patient care and support in an ambulatory setting, with duties and qualifications varying by position. LPN responsibilities include assessing and documenting patient needs and outcomes, performing routine procedures and testing, providing education and direct care, and coordinating with the healthcare team. CMA and MANC responsibilities include educating patients, collecting health data and specimens, administering non-intravenous medications and immunizations, assisting with procedures, and supporting patient safety, confidentiality, and quality improvement.

Requirements

For the LPN position: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
For the LPN position: Current Minnesota LPN licensure.
For the LPN position: Current BLS certification for health professionals through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, maintained; online-only BLS certification is not acceptable.
For the LPN position: Written and oral communication skills.
For the CMA position: Graduate of a medical assisting program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES.
For the CMA position: Current Medical Assistant Certification or Registration through AAMA or AMT.
For the CMA position: Current BLS provider status in accordance with AHA guidelines; online-only BLS certification is not acceptable.
For the CMA and MANC positions: Strong communication and interpersonal skills; basic medical terminology knowledge; attention to detail and organizational ability; ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment; compassionate and professional attitude toward patients; and proficiency with electronic health record systems.
For the MANC position: Graduate of a medical assisting program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES.
For the MANC position: Current BLS certification for health professionals through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, maintained; online-only BLS certification is not acceptable.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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