Registered Nurse (RN) OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) OR Medical Assistant (MA) | Dermatology
About The Position
Registered Nurse (RN) | Specialty Clinic Float May be eligible for up to $10,000 sign on bonus and $2,500 relocation bonus Job Summary Responsible for providing professional nursing care to patients and families. Communicates with physicians as well as other healthcare team members to provide excellent patient care. Medical Assistant (MA) | Specialty Clinic Float May be eligible for up to $7,500 sign on bonus and $1,500 relocation bonus Job Summary Performs selected medical assistant and clerical duties that assist in care for clinic patients following established standards, practices, and competency. Works collaboratively with other clinic staff to solve practice-related problems. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department. A Brief Overview Provides for the delivery of professional nursing care under the direction of the provider. You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [email protected].
Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing
- An active license in the state of practice required upon hire
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
- The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
- Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
- Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
- Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of Medical Assistant program or diploma
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and Medical Assistant diploma required upon hire
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) with one year of experience upon hire required
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) upon hire required
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) upon hire required
Responsibilities
- Performs general nursing care to patients.
- Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
- Coordinates the patient care activities for the clinic.
- Prepares equipment and assists provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing of patients.
- Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider.
- Oversees appointment scheduling and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
- Maintains timely flow of patients.
- Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination.
- Screens patients for appropriate information including obtaining the health history, taking vitals, and conducting a nursing assessment.
- Documents obtained information in patient chart.
- Instructs patient in collection of samples and tests.
- Responds to patient phone calls in a timely manner with appropriate input from the physician.
- Educates patients and families about diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness.
- Suggests solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints.
- Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials.
- Ensures cleanliness.
- Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
- Assures appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed.
- Performs quality control and maintains records on all lab testing.
- Assists in care to patients as directed by provider based on competency.
- Provides accurate, completed, legible and timely documentation of all patient procedures in the medical record.
- Labels and processes lab specimens according to lab procedures.
- Provided back-up help for front desk personnel. This may include answering telephone, scheduling and cancelling appointments, and scheduling consult patients.
Benefits
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
- Free health insurance options, for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
