Nurse (LPN or RN)

Fast Pace Health•Carthage, MS

About The Position

At Fast Pace Urgent Care, Nurses provide clinical and administrative support essential to effective patient care under the direct supervision of a Provider, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant. They provide compassionate, welcoming service and respond quickly and accurately to changes in a patient's condition or response to treatment. The role also provides effective customer service to internal and external customers through in-depth knowledge and clear communication with team members. Nurses prepare exam and treatment rooms; triage patients; check vital signs; perform blood draws and injections; observe and document patients’ conditions; assist with laboratory testing, phlebotomy, minor procedures, and physicals; and help patients use a Virtual Medicine Provider. They maintain supplies and equipment, complete and forward patient charts, arrange referrals and pre-authorizations as directed, and conduct DOT, BAT, and drug-screen examinations. The role also supports clinic operations through clerical work, employee onboarding and training, cleanliness, and other assigned duties. The position works as part of a team and is expected to comply with company policies, applicable Federal and State regulations, HIPAA and other health information requirements, and company compliance training. Fast Pace Health describes its workplace as a supportive, growing organization that offers mentoring, clinical competency development, a career path, and opportunities to participate in community events and outreach. The company also describes a family-first community culture and offers competitive compensation and benefits including holiday pay, PTO, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and work-life balance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
Active nursing license in good standing and verifiable with the appropriate regulatory agency.
Current CPR license/certification for the listed experience levels.
At least 1 year of LPN/RN experience is preferred, preferably in a clinic setting and ideally in urgent care.
TB and IV certification must be obtained within 60 days of employment and maintained during employment if applicable in the state.
The posting lists experience and certification thresholds by level: Level 1 requires a high school diploma or equivalent with current CPR and/or at least 1 year of experience as a certified LPN preferred in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care.
Level 2: Certified LPN with current CPR and either 3 years of relevant experience plus 1 year of Fast Pace Nurse experience, or 4 years of relevant experience; alternatively, Certified RN with current CPR and either 1 year of relevant experience plus 1 year of Fast Pace Nurse experience, or 2 years of nursing experience.
Level 3: Certified LPN with current CPR and either 5 years of relevant experience plus 2 years of Fast Pace Nurse experience, or 6 years of relevant experience; alternatively, Certified RN with current CPR and either 3 years of relevant experience plus 1 year of Fast Pace Nurse experience, or 4 years of nursing experience.
Level 4: Certified RN with current CPR and at least 10 years as a Nurse and 1 year of Fast Pace experience.
Level 5: Certified RN with current CPR and at least 15 years as a Nurse and 2 years of Fast Pace experience.
Level 6: Certified LPN with current CPR and either 5 years of relevant experience plus 2 years of Fast Pace Nurse experience, or 6 years of relevant experience; alternatively, Certified RN with current CPR and either 3 years of relevant experience plus 1 year of Fast Pace Nurse experience, or 4 years of nursing experience.
Ability to provide professional and caring customer service and communicate effectively with team members, customers, coworkers, and managers.
Ability to support new employee learning and training through shadowing, demonstrations, and coaching.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience as an LPN/RN in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care.
Level 1 qualification notes that experience as a certified LPN in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Fulfill the responsibilities of the Patient Care Specialist and Scribe positions as described in their respective job descriptions.
Maintain friendly and cordial relations with employees and clients, and build confidence and credibility with employees.
Provide clinical and administrative support for the team and follow company policies and procedures.
Comply with company Core Values, including teamwork, communication, empowerment, quality of care, and friendliness.
Conduct nursing activities in accordance with department expectations and applicable Federal and State regulations, guidelines, and requirements, including HIPAA and health information management practices.
Prepare exam and treatment rooms for patient intake.
Triage patients by checking vital signs, performing blood draws, giving injections, and related tasks.
Observe patients, document and report changes in their conditions, including adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and take necessary action.
Assist with laboratory testing and phlebotomy.
Assist providers with preparation for minor procedures and physicals.
Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatment.
Assist patients in using a Virtual Medicine Provider.
Complete patient charts accurately and promptly and forward charts as appropriate each day.
Arrange specialist referrals and obtain pre-authorizations when directed by the Provider.
Perform federal and non-federal DOT, BAT, and drug-screen examinations.
Welcome new employees on their first day, facilitate introductions and clinic tours, and provide an overview of clinic processes.
Assist new employees with learning activities and required training, including job shadowing, demonstrations, and coaching.
Perform the physical, sensory, cognitive, and environmental functions specified for the position.
Comply with company operating standards and maintain confidentiality of employee, employer, and business information.
Complete mandatory compliance training and learn applicable company compliance requirements.
Maintain office cleanliness and organization as needed, including garbage removal and upkeep of desks, patient areas, and office spaces.
Perform other duties assigned by management.
Assist with clerical tasks, including checking in patients and obtaining and recording demographic, insurance, and financial information accurately and professionally.
Verify insurance eligibility and explain relevant payment policies and billing and collection processes.
Answer telephone calls, take messages, and return voicemails in a friendly and professional manner.
Perform administration duties such as scheduling, ordering, and training, and other duties assigned by the Clinic or Regional Director.
Receive and active within 7 days of hire.