Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Med Assistant (RMA) - Co-Worker Health Mercy Jefferson

Full-Time | 40 hours/week | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Now Hiring: LPN, Medical Assistant, or EMT/Paramedic

Overview

Join our Co-Worker Health team at Mercy Hospital Jefferson! In this role, you'll provide essential health services to Mercy co-workers and volunteers, ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. Responsibilities include preparing patients for provider visits, performing clinical tasks, and supporting preventive care initiatives-all while delivering compassionate, high-quality service in alignment with Mercy's mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for provider visits by completing the Advanced Standard room process:
  • Enter chief complaint, take vital signs, review history and allergies.
  • Complete thorough medication reconciliation.
  • Address open care gaps (fall risk, depression screening, cancer screenings, diabetic eye exams).
  • Recheck elevated blood pressures and document preventative visit details in Epic.
• Assist with in-office testing (blood draws, mental status exams, EKGs, oxygen studies, point-of-care testing).
• Administer vaccines and injections within scope of practice.
• Schedule follow-up appointments per office policy.
• Collaborate with providers and clinical care team to monitor and coordinate care plans.

Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Experience: 2 years' hospital or clinical experience.
• Licensure: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program. Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure. Must obtain and maintain a current LPN license within the hiring state and meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.

Medical Assistant

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Certification: Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred Experience: 6 months of clinical healthcare experience (physician's office preferred).

Certified Medical Assistant / EMT / Paramedic

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Certification: Active MA certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA) or EMT/Paramedic accepted.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.