What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN) position at CAMERON HEALTH?
Cameron Health is a 25-bed, independent, not-for-profit facility that proudly serves Angola and Steuben County. We’ve been a cornerstone of this community and the surrounding area in northeast Indiana dating back to 1926. Over the years, we’ve helped generation after generation of area residents enjoy better health and live comfortably. Today, Cameron Hospital has grown into something more than a simple community hospital. Filled with advanced equipment and skilled specialists, Cameron is a modern, high-tech facility that provides advanced diagnostics, a variety of specialties and cutting-edge treatment options that are combined with highly personalized and compassionate care.
DEPARTMENT: Cameron Orthopedics
JOB TITLE: CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA) / LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) / REGISTERED NURSE (RN)
SHIFT: 1.0 FTE, 80 Hours, Full-time Bi-Weekly, Days, no weekends or holidays
This position is Benefit Eligible
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program or medical assistant program.
- Current RN, LPN license in the State of Indiana. Certified medical assistant or registered medical assistant.
- Has general knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
- Has been educated in basic pharmacology and the administration of medications.
- CPR provider certification within 6 months.
JOB SUMMARY
Provides nursing care to patients as directed by the provider utilizing the nursing process. Performs patient access functions.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
- Exemplifies good customer service.
- Regular reliable attendance.
- Effectively communicates and gets along well with others.
- Demonstrates proficient use of email.
- Accomplishes goals set for self and by Office Manager.
- Completes patient care assignments as directed by provider and clinical protocol. Reports significant findings to the provider.
- Prepares clinic areas for patient care at the beginning of the shift. Secures clinic areas nightly.
- Proficient in EPIC including retrieving patient records, entering patient data (e-form) and locking record.
- Greets patients on arrival.
- Registers and enters patient data into the Health Information system. Scans insurance card information.
- Admits patients, taking brief history and vitals.
- Performs procedure set-up and assists provider as indicated.
- Discharges patient with prescriptions/instructions and documents in patient’s chart.
- Maintains adequate medical supply and medication inventory.
- Schedules surgeries or referrals as ordered, attain prior authorizations for surgeries when needed, provides patient education and instruction information.
- Familiar with policies in Policystat, including nursing, registration and disaster policies.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Office Manager.