What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Nurse RN, LPN or CMA position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Nursing
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
- Department: Fam Med- Lakeview- DM
- Shift: Mon-Fri 8-5 or we are flexible with longer day and a half day off on Tuesday
- Job ID: 184722
Overview
UnityPoint Clinic
CMA/LPN/RN
Family Medicine - Lakeview
West Des Moines, IA
Full-time benefits
Shifts Available:
- Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5PM
- Monday-Friday - Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday- 7:30AM-5:30PM - THURSDAYS OFF
- Monday-Friday 8AM-5:30PM, Tuesday 8AM-12:30PM
- *This person will float between providers in the clinic
Why does ths role matter? As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Registered Nurse (RN), you play an essential role in the health and well-being of our patients and community. Your compassion, clinical expertise, and commitment to patient-centered care help build lasting relationships with individuals and families while supporting them through every stage of life. Join our Lakeview Family Medicine team, where your contributions make a meaningful difference every day in a collaborative, welcoming environment.
Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:
- Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
- Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
- Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
Assist physicians during patient exams and procedures
Room payients, record patient histories, vital signs, and document in the electronic health record (EHR)
Administer medications, immunizations, and treatments per scope of licensure
Educate patients on health, medications, and follow-up care
Coordinate referrals and patient care follow-ups
Ensure a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment
Qualifications
- Valid and current licensure/certification in the state of Iowa as one of the following:
- Registered Nurse (RN) – Iowa Board of Nursing
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Iowa Board of Nursing
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – accredited program with certification (AAMA, NCCT, AMT, NHA, NCMA, NAHP, AAH, ARMA or NHCA)
- Prior experience in a clinical or outpatient setting preferred
- Familiarity with EPIC a plus!
- For positions within UnityPoint Clinic, team members may be required to work at or to float to other locations to support optimized staffing