Description
UnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball Outpatient Clinic CMA/LPN
At UnityPoint Health, we put people first. And we start from the inside out. We care deeply about making UnityPoint Health a great place to work because our team members are the compassionate core of who we are and how we serve. It’s not just a job. It’s who we are. At UnityPoint Health, Eyerly Ball we have the privilege of serving others who need it most. You matter here! Your work has a deep impact on the individual and community. As you seek to serve others, you will find yourself inspired by those you serve. We are rooted in our mission and believe you will be too.
Are you a medical professional looking to make a difference in the lives of those who have been touched by mental illness?
This position can either be Full time, Part time, or PRN.
LPN sign-on bonus of $5,000
As a CMA/LPN you will:
- Provides direct support to prescriber (ARNP or Psychiatrist) in serving clients.
- Collects basic vitals and completes medication reconciliation at each appointment with prescriber.
- Responds to phone calls from clients, pharmacies, hospitals, and other entities and directly coordinates with provider regarding client needs.
- Ensures clients have access to medication and/or refills in coordination with pharmacies, completion of prior authorizations, accessing samples, and utilization of the drug repository.
- Arranges for required lab work according to protocol, including completion of blood draws.
- Administers IM injections according to protocol.
- Follows up on orders, lab results and medication prescriptions for all clients.
- Properly destroys medications according to protocol.
- Mediate conflicts related to client services between providers, parents, clients, and/or the agency relative to the identified needs of the clients.
- Provide crisis intervention, as needed.
- May assist provider in transcribing, administering, evaluating, and recording psychotropic medications prescribed
- Educate and support client’s families and advocate for client’s rights.
Ideal Candidate:
- Ability to de-escalate situations with calmness and care
- Communicate effective both verbally and in writing
- Passion for improving the well-being of a vulnerable population
Requirements
To be considered you’ll need:
- Completion of accredited Practical Nursing Program
- LPN license to practice in the state of Iowa
- Prior experience providing care and intervention to individuals with mental illness
Schedule:
Why UnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball?
- Commitment to our Team –UnityPoint Health’s been named a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
- Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
- Benefits – Our competitive benefits program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment –We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Flu Vaccine Requirements
The health and safety of our patients, communities and team members is at the center of everything we do. As such, UnityPoint Health, Eyerly Ball requires team members to be vaccinated against influenza. All newly hired team members must submit proof of receiving the influenza vaccine.
EEO Statement
UnityPoint Health provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, UnityPoint Health complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.