Advocate Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• GED or high school equivalency diploma.
• LPN: State-issued Licensed Practical Nurse license for the state in which the team member practices.
• LPN: Completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
• MA: Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
• MA: American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification must be obtained within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support patients through their chiropractic care journey, from check-in through follow-up.
• Welcome and room patients; obtain and record vital signs, medical histories, medication and allergy information, and health screenings.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during procedures.
• Coordinate chiropractic questionnaires, intake documentation, patient education, and patient communication.
• Manage inbox messages, refill requests, and patient follow-up needs.
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Perform laboratory-related tasks, including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with providers, physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care and a positive patient experience.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient or unit conditions and perform physical safety interventions, including restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
• Financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on position
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career development programs