Jobs · Healthcare · South Dakota

Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical Assistant (MA) | Dermatology

Sioux Center Health · Aberdeen, SD · 3 wk ago
Healthcare$20–$41.25/hrFull-time

Position Highlights

  • Sign-On Bonus Available!
  • Additional Benefits: Student Loan Repayment (LPN), Positive Work Environment, Career Growth

Work Schedule

  • Day Shift: Monday–Friday
  • 72 hours per two weeks (Full-Time)

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care under the direction and supervision of the provider, delivering safe and effective patient care. The Medical Assistant performs clinical and clerical duties to support patient care in the clinic.

Responsibilities

  • Performs general nursing care to patients.
  • Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
  • Captures patient data and documents in patient charts.
  • Coordinates patient care activities for the clinic.
  • Prepares equipment and assists provider during procedures, treatments, examinations, and testing of patients.
  • Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider.
  • Maintains timely flow of patients.
  • Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination.
  • Screens patients for appropriate information including obtaining the health history, taking vitals, and conducting a nursing assessment.
  • Documents obtained information in patient chart.
  • Instructs patient in collection of samples and tests.
  • Responds to patient phone calls in a timely manner with appropriate input from the physician.
  • Educates patients and families about diagnostic process, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness.
  • Suggests solutions to patient care crisis problems and complaints.
  • Maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials.
  • Ensures cleanliness.
  • Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
  • Affirms appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed.
  • Performs quality control and maintains records on all lab testing.

Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing: Active license in the state of practice upon hire.
  • Medical Assistant: One of the following certifications is required: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Healthcareer Association (NHA) with MA diploma, CCMA (NHA) with one year of experience, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists (AMT).

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