Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska
Job title:
Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant – $1,000 Hiring Bonus
Company
Lutheran Family Services of Nebraska
Job description
Position: Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant – $1,000 Hiring Bonus
Location: Fremont/Omaha, NEJob Id: 325
# of Openings: 1Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical AssistantJob TypeFull-TimePosition Summary:
- The position manages patient care based on their needs while participating in multidisciplinary collaboration (includes all services within the LPN/CMA scope of practice under the direction of the medical practitioners). This individual guides patients by providing support services and encourages engagement in the treatment process (education and integrated support, advocacy, coordination of care, etc.).
Job Duties:
- Liaise between the patient and practitioner between medication management appointments.
- Assist in patient referral needs as directed by the practitioner.
- Manage and/or request patient medication refills, medical records, and lab requests.
- Schedule and administer injections as directed by the practitioner.
- Take and document vital signs, lab results, etc.
- Collect blood and urine specimens as ordered by the practitioner.
- Maintain storage of medications, including required monthly counts and documentation.
- Manage process correspondence from pharmaceutical representatives regarding patient enrollment status/applications and medication sample supply.
- Notify practitioners of patient-reported side effects from medication.
- Document patient correspondence in Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintain a positive and respectful demeanor toward all clients and staff in alignment with recovery-focused, trauma-informed care.
- Other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Awareness and sensitivity of the organization’s constituents and populations served by employees.
- Ability to build and develop a positive team culture.
- Regular and predictable attendance, and promptness for work.
- Commitment to uphold the mission, vision, and values of Lutheran Family Services.
- Support Lutheran Family Services in the organization’s objective to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace.
Position Competencies:
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
- Empathy
- Taking Initiative
- Critical Thinking
Education and Experience:
- Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant in the state of Nebraska.
- At least two years of medical experience are required.
- Knowledge of medications, potential side effects, and co-occurring medical conditions.
- Demonstrated understanding of and ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
- Valid driver’s license, liability auto insurance, and the ability to drive for organizational business.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Hybrid work environment (in office and remote)
- Company-issued laptop
Lutheran Family Services is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of age, race, religion, color, ethnicity, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin
Expected salary
Location
Omaha, NE – Fremont, NE
Job date
Sat, 10 Aug 2024 22:49:40 GMT
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