LPN/Medical Assistant/EMT Float

About the role

This is a Float position. This role will be working in multiple locations and will primarily float to the following clinics: St Paul Wabasha, Woodbury, Inver Grove Heights, and Bloomington. Could include other locations in the future. This role will float between the Foot & Ankle department as well as the Urology department.

Required Qualifications for the LPN Position

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current LPN licensure in Minnesota.
• Current BLS certification for health professionals through the American Heart Association or Red Cross required and maintained.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills including appropriate use of English grammar and spelling.
• One year working experience as an LPN is preferred.

Responsibilities for the LPN Position

• Identify common and recurring nursing needs of the patient.
• Recognize the need for and perform routine office procedures and testing in the ambulatory care setting.
• Absorb patients to achieve basic health care goals.
• Identify patient education needs, provide instruction and refer appropriately.
• Document observations, actions and patient outcomes.
• Provide safe, accurate and clinically competent direct care to patients and families.
• Recognize patient’s abnormalities or urgent problems and seek appropriate assistance.
• Obtain health history information.
• Obtain accurate vital signs, recognize and report variances.
• Teach techniques or provide information according to established program.
• Accurately and appropriately document procedures and treatment in each patient’s record.
• Accurately communicate information to other members of the health care team.
• Provide the patient and family with current and accurate information regarding the procedure and care.
• Perform telephone screening under direction of RN or MD.
• Serve as a catalyst in improving standards of LPN practice.
• Serve as a role model for technical conduct and practice.
• Provide support to professional and technical staff.
• Solve problems appropriately seeking assistance from members of the healthcare team.
• Effect positive response from patients and other members of the healthcare team through interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications for the Medical Assistant/EMT Position

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduated of an accredited Medical Assistant program OR Graduate of an accredited EMT program and current EMT License.
• Current BLS certification for health professionals through the American Heart Association or Red Cross required and maintained.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including appropriate use of English grammar and spelling.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification or Registration through AAMA or AMT is preferred.

Responsibilities for the Medical Assistant/EMT Position

• Room patients and complete vital signs and other pertinent physical measurements.
• Administer medication and clinical procedures according to authorized policy and documented according to HealthPartners policy.
• Review charts for the presence of pertinent information relevant to the patient’s appointment.
• Handle patient and their records in a private and confidential manner per HealthPartners policy.
• Serve as a catalyst in improving standards of LPN practice.
• Serve as a role model for technical conduct and practice.
• Provide support to professional and technical staff.
• Solve problems appropriately seeking assistance from members of the healthcare team.
• Effect positive response from patients and other members of the healthcare team through interpersonal skills.

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work. We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world. At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits

Designed To Support Your Total Health As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care. Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.