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Primary Care Assistant - LPN: FT, Days, Jackson Primary Care
Mercy
Jackson, Missouri
Source: Mercy careers · View original posting
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The position serves as a lead role within the departments working in conjunction with the practice manager. Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner licensed by a State regulatory board to refill medication and assist with treatment. Maintains professional accountability for provision during clinic appointments and patient phone calls. Coordinates the patient care/testing/procedures in conjunction with other departments.
Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.
Position Details:
Location
Mercy Hospital Southeast
2600 East Main Street
Jackson, MO
Hours/Schedule
Full-Time (40-hrs per week), Days
Department: Jackson Primary Care Clinic
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
- Licensure: Licensed as an LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) in the state of practice.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification(s): NOTE: One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:
- ACLS/ALS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
- S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, And Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
- IV Certification within 1 year of hire.
- Other unit-specific certifications as required.
- Physical Requirements: Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
- Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
- Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
- Why Mercy?
- From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.