RMA/Registered Medical Assistant - LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - Brewster Family Medicine - Days

Company: University of Kansas Medical Center
Location: Topeka
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

Position: RMA/Registered Medical Assistant - LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - Brewster Family Medicine - Days Schedule: 8am - 5pm (Monday thru Friday) Location: University Kansas Health System - Brewster Family Medicine Licensed Practical Nurses function under the direction of the Nurse Director/Manager and is responsible for coordination of safe patient care delivery for specified and diverse patient populations. The LPN assesses patient/family needs, develops and prioritizes patient goals, evaluates care delivery, and continually revised the plan of care to meet the biological, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, developmental, and educational needs of the patient/family. The LPN Delegates care as appropriate to optimize patient outcomes. The LPN adheres to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act. Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) duties include: Delivers nursing care according to the standards of care defined within the Kansas Nurse Practice Act and the policies and procedures of The University of Kansas Health System, St. Francis Campus. Clearly communicates, both orally and in writing, to foster staff and patient understanding of treatment plan. Provides quality customer service to patients, families, co-workers, and other members of the interdisciplinary health care team to create a professional and respectful environment. Accountable for self and self-actions: Engages in self-evaluation of practice and takes action to improve knowledge and skills. Promotes consensus building and applies techniques of conflict resolution and conduct improvement. Retains accountability for quality of care given to the patient. Advancing Healthcare Together - The Future of Healthcare is in Topeka Kansas Why The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Our People. Our people truly are our greatest strength. They make a massive difference in the amazing care we provide every day. We work closely together to create a positive experience for our patients and each other. Our Purpose. We will build on your experience and provide meaningful and purposeful career growth for your future. You will have the opportunity every day to make a difference in someone's life and change the course of healthcare. Our Place. St. Francis Campus is proud to be a part of a long legacy of high-quality, compassionate care. For more than 100 years, the hospital has combined compassionate care with lifesaving technological advancements to our patients and the communities served. Today, the hospital has 378 licensed beds, a history of technological advancements, and a generous and supportive community. The UKHS - St. Francis Campus is fully accredited by the Joint Commission. We also have the following notable accreditations and certifications: Advanced Primary Stroke Center Certification Inpatient Rehab Stroke Certification Chest Pain Accreditation, by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care Breast Imaging Center of Excellence, by the American College of Radiology (CoC) Accreditation We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information. COVID-19 and flu vaccines are required for all health system employees. Learn more at: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information - The University of Kansas St. Francis Campus (kutopeka.com) Requirements Registered Medical Assistant: High school graduate or equivalent. Graduate from certified medical assistant school program. Registered with an accredited agency for Medical Assistants. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Work experience in a comparable health care setting is preferred. Interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to learn to perform direct patient care, basic nursing procedures. Ability to interpret and communicate data relevant to patients' needs and responses to care. Requirements Licensed Practical Nurse: Licensed Practical Nurse degree Kansas State Board of Nursing LPN licensure Basic Life Support Certification Preference will be given to prior experience in comparable health care setting Basic computer skills.

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