Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Full-time
Full Time
$19.24 an hour or more depending on qualifications
Grand Portage Reservation
Job Description
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Department: Health Services/Clinic
Location: Grand Portage Health Services/Clinic
Reports To: Community Health Nurse
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Salary Level: Grade 9 / $19.24 + DOQ
Summary:
Under the supervision of a professional nurse, the LPN gives nursing care to patients at home and participates in clinic activities; is responsible for recognizing and reporting significant changes in the patient’s progress to appropriate responsible persons, by performing the following duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
On clinic day, screening and preparation of patients for examination by the provider. Take vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure), brief history of chief complaint, allergies, and medications.
Assist physicians when needed in various sterile and non-sterile procedures.
Screen patients for immunization status, updating when necessary.
Use appropriate forms as deemed by provider (lab slips, referral forms, etc.)
Writes record of care and treatment given and records changes in patient’s condition.
Administers prescribed medications and treatments under close supervision according to agency policies.
Assists in physical examinations and other clinic activities.
Gives routine treatments within the scope of training received and abilities.
Teaches appropriate self-care as directed by the professional nurse. Patient education may include Diabetes information, prenatal education, and diet instruction, etc.
Assist with telephones, triage and reception.
Replenish medical supplies and stock clinic room.
Monitor medical equipment, supply use and inventories.
Participates in routine patient care work during home visits (lifting and moving patients, giving baths and feeding patients when necessary).
Observe patients and reports unusual conditions or behavior to the professional nurse.
Support CHR activities involving home visits, clinical assistance, transportation services, referral programs, pharmaceutical pick-up and delivery.
Daily data entry of patient care activities from PCC (Patient encounter form) into RPMS (Indian Health Record Patient Management System).
Alert Health Director of Contract Health Services/requirements for individual patient(s) for approval and eligibility purposes.
Assist with patient and those family members with application procedures and process of attaining alternate health resources, assist with completion of Workmen’s Compensation, Grand Portage First Report of Injury and other forms as needed for patient health care coverage/requirements/eligibility.
Network, liaison, and/or advocate for patient care working along with other Grand Portage service providers, other external health providers and contract health agencies.
Attains patient consent “Release of Information” and/or “Consent for Treatment” as deemed necessary.
Assist with daily communication of all clinical activities as part of the Health Care Team for Grand Portage Health Services. This includes morning conferencing of pertinent statistical activity and reviewing work day/week.
Participate in the planning, development, and implementation of agency programs and nursing policy and procedures for daily clinical activities.
Assist with ongoing health education and/or yearly events such as hearing assessments, head check, blood pressure and glucose monitoring events.
Other duties as required (annual Walk/Run, WIC, Well Child, Health Fairs).
MAINTAIN PATIENT AND CLINICAL CONFIDENTIALITY AT ALL COST.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
Graduated from an accredited nursing program and possess current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Minnesota. The LPN will maintain Minnesota State Standards of Nursing Practice, license, and professional development for clinical competency. Current CPR certification will be maintained during employment. Basic computer skills are required. The LPN must have the ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages/ratios.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in health situations where information is limited. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance.
Knowledge of working in an Aboriginal health care setting
Knowledge of practical nursing theory and practices
Knowledge of Activities of Daily Living in the care of patients
Knowledge of measures that prevent the spread of disease
Knowledge of and ability to use sterilization equipment
Knowledge of sterile technique in the care of patients
Knowledge of first-aid to use in rendering assistance during emergencies
Willingness to perceive what tasks need to be done and initiate their accomplishments
Email jenns@grandportage.com to apply!
Medical Assistant or LPN
Full-time
Full Time
Hourly
$20-26/hour
https://neighborhoodhealthsource.org/
Job Title: MEDICAL ASSISTANT OR LPN
Department(s): Medical Support
Position Summary:
Provides health care support services to patients under the direction and responsibility of a provider.
Supervision Received:
Clinical Operations Manager or Clinical Operations Director (if LPN)
Supervision Exercised:
None
Hours/Week FLSA Definition:
40 hrs; Full-Time; Non-Exempt
Essential Functions:
Provides health care support services for all patients (adult and pediatric) as established by clinic protocols and community practice standards
Actively manages quality initiatives in collaboration with provider and Quality staff. Maintains quality assurance logs.
Screens and prepares patients for exams according to vital sign screening guidelines
Assists with exams and minor procedures
Draws lab specimens
Follows up on lab specimens (calling for results, documentation of results and follow-up directed by medical staff)
Keeps exam rooms supplied and clean
Cleans and autoclaves instruments
Performs EKG’s as ordered by physician
Administers injections and medications under the direction of a provider
Operates and maintains clinic lab in absence of lab tech
Makes appointments with appropriate provider
Files and maintains provider "in/out boxes"
Core Requirements:
Works collaboratively and respectfully with staff and others—individually and as part of a team—to achieve optimal efficiency, outcomes, and morale
Interacts in a culturally competent manner with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to: socio-economics, race and ethnicity, nationality, and religion, both in-clinic and in the community
Maintains excellent and punctual attendance
Attends and actively participates in staff and departmental meetings
Attends agency functions and meetings as relevant or required
Works at any or all NHS clinics, as needed
Uses computer daily including e-mail, word documents, spreadsheets, patient management system, electronic health record, and patient portal, as needed to carry out essential job functions
Maintains any required licensure/certification
Demonstrates commitment to agency mission and goals
Abides by corporate compliance program, HIPAA regulations and other agency policies and procedures
Participates daily in pre-visit planning and huddles (RN, Provider, Medical Assistant/LPN, Front Desk)
Utilizes Patient Portal to access patient information and communicate with patients, as relevant
Plans, organizes, and multitasks
Speaks, understands, reads and writes English sufficiently to carry out all essential duties
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant or LPN program
Minimum one year’s experience working as a Medical Assistant or LPN
Fluency in Spanish and English a plus (oral and written)
LPN or CMA
Full-time
Full-Time
Hourly
Our medical clinic in Bigfork, MN is seeking a full time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team of medical providers. In our Nursing department, you’ll enjoy a daytime only practice in a fun and positive team environment, working directly with a medical provider to focus on their panel of patients.
LPN / CMA Responsibilities:
Update patient chart information such as past and present medical histories, medications, allergies and immunization records prior to appointments
Room and prepare patients prior to their medical provider’s visit and/or treatment
Review and manage patient medical concerns and document information in patient chart for provider review as necessary
Order, monitor and re-stock exam rooms and clinic with appropriate medical supplies prior to patient appointments
Assist medical provider as directed
Administer medications, vaccines, and testing to patients following appropriate procedures
Initiate prescriptions for provider review and refill
LPN / CMA Requirements:
Knowledge and experience with chronic disease patients preferred
EMR or EHR experience also preferred
Patient Care Focus
Excellent Communication Skills
Time Management Skills
Team Centered Approach
Current MN Nursing License or Medical Assistant Certificate
*Full time Benefits:
12 Annual Vacation Days
12 Annual Sick Days
7 Annual Holidays and 3 Personal Days
$2,000 Annual Dental Benefit
$50,000 Life Insurance and AD&D Benefit
Health Insurance options through Medica
Dependent Care FSA
Retirement plans through American Funds
To support our full time LPNs and CMAs we also supply:
CPR Certification
2 Annual Continuing Education Days
$500 Annual Continuing Education Benefit
License Renewal Reimbursement
* A pro-rated and reduced benefit plan is provided to part time employees.
Apply now by submitting a resume to hr@scenicrivershealth.org
Join our team and make a difference in patient care!
Clinical Support LPN/MA
Full-time
Full-Time
Hourly
We are currently seeking a full-time Clinical Support LPN/MA that will work from our Cook, MN location. This position also supports the Tower, Floodwood, and Eveleth medical clinics as needed. Job duties and requirements are listed below.
Clinical Support LPN / MA Responsibilities:
Update patient chart information such as past and present medical histories, medications, allergies and immunization records prior to appointments
Initiate prescriptions for provider review and refill
Perform Triage for outgoing/incoming calls as appropriate
Complete chart reconciliation for Cook; assist with Tower and Eveleth sites as-needed
Perform Desktop Management
Review and manage patient medical concerns and document information in patient chart for provider review as necessary
Track and monitor medication expiration dates. Order vaccines and medications as appropriate
Regularly attend meetings such as staff and quality improvement meetings to take a proactive role in improving patient care and documentation processes
Strive to reduce medication errors and improve the patient experience
Must work the clinic floor on a bi-weekly basis and as needed, performing the following duties:
Room and prepare patients prior to their medical provider’s visit and/or treatment
Order, monitor and re-stock exam rooms and clinic with appropriate medical supplies prior to patient appointments
Assist medical provider as directed
Administer medications, vaccines, and testing to patients following appropriate procedures
Assist other LPNs daily and as-needed with rooming patients and restocking rooms
Physical presence in the workplace is an essential function of the job
Perform other duties as assigned
Clinical Support LPN / MA Requirements:
Knowledge and experience with chronic disease patients preferred
EMR or EHR experience also preferred
Patient Care Focus
Team Centered Approach and willingness to help coworkers
Flexibility
Excellent Communication Skills
Time Management Skills
Current MN Nursing License or Certificate
Full time Benefits:
12 Annual Vacation Days
12 Annual Sick Days
7 Annual Holidays and 3 Personal Days
$2,000 Annual Dental Benefit
$50,000 Life Insurance and AD&D Benefit
Health Insurance options through Medica
Dependent Care FSA
Retirement plans through American Funds
To support our full time LPNs and CMAs we also supply:
CPR Certification
2 Annual Continuing Education Days
$500 Annual Continuing Education Benefit
License Renewal Reimbursement
Apply now by submitting a resume to akeller@scenicrivershealth.org