**Location:** Cresco, IA **Worker Type:** Regular **Work Shift:** Afternoon Shift (United States of America) Join Our Team! At Regional Health Services, we strive to create a positive, team-oriented work environment for our staff. Our professional team of clinical, administrative, and support staff work each day to better serve and care for our community. If you would like to join us on our mission, apply today! **Position Highlights** POSITION SUMMARY: The Certified Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse serves as a resource nurse who plans, coordinates, evaluates, provides for, and delivers health care services to patients under the direction of the urgent care provider. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DETAILED DUTIES: Adheres to policies and procedures of Urgent Care, RHS policies and procedures, nursing service manual, meeting minutes, all memos, client education, staffing policies, personnel policies and RHS nursing standards. Provides competent care to all age populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments. Escorts patients to exam room. Obtains patient name and date of birth to verify patient. Obtains and documents basic subjective data (chief complaint, allergies, and verification of current medications). Obtains and documents objective data (vital signs, weight, and assessment of patient's general appearance). Anticipates and prepares exam room with equipment and supplies required for visit. Assists with exam/procedures as requested. Utilizes written RHSHC policies and procedures and universal precautions when performing laboratory/diagnostic tests as ordered by provider. Explains to patient proper preparation for procedures/tests. Obtains appropriate consents, if needed. Reports all critical lab/diagnostic test values to the provider. Performs, maintains, and documents quality controls as applicable/requested (i.e. logs, proficiency test, maintenance records, etc.). Prioritizes and organizes work tasks, while ensuring quality care and maintaining customer satisfaction. Facilitates communication among all team members regarding the patient's plan of care. Assists with provider's plan and evaluation for medical interventions. Assists in scheduling appointments and referrals when necessary. Utilizes proper procedure for administering medications and treatments with special consideration for patient safety by maintaining competency in medication administration. Documents administration of medications and treatments. Assesses patient's/family's knowledge of health/illness. Provides patient/family education by developing, implementing, and evaluating teaching plan. Assists in selection and maintenance of patient education materials. Participates in the CQI process by serving on committees and process improvement teams. Assists in identifying, implementing and evaluating selected indicators. Assists with the maintenance and quality control of immunizations, controlled substances, medications and general stock. Assists in cost containment by maintaining adequate stock in work stations. Participates in the training, orientation, and education of new employees. Services as clinical resource person for patients, other clinical staff, and providers. Functions as a team member by providing backup when needed. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. A current Iowa certification as a CMA. A current Iowa license as an LPN or RN is required. Six months previous ambulatory care nursing experience preferred. Computer skills preferred. Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain and display professionalism with customers and coworkers. Organizational skills, with attention to detail, including time management and workflow required. Advanced knowledge of nursing practice, including the ability to make sound judgments in clinical situations. Understanding of teaching/learning principles. Flexibility and adaptability. Obtain certification in BCLS within three months of hire/in position. At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward. The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444. Additional Notices: For TTY, dial 711 Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.