Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Spencer Clinic at Abarca Health

Spencer, Iowa, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Board of Nursing - An active license in the state of practice required upon hire
Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing - An active license in the state of practice required upon hire
Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties
Ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds
Ability to work the specified hours (8:00am-5:00pm, occasional weekends)
Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles
Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE)

Responsibilities

Provides for the delivery of professional nursing care under the direction of the provider
Performs general nursing care to patients
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards
Coordinates the 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
Oversees appointment scheduling and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. 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
Assures appropriate labeling of pathology specimens according to lab protocol as needed. Performs quality control and maintains records on all lab testing
Communicates with physicians as well as other healthcare team members to provide excellent patient care
Promotes Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship
Maintains confidentiality
Works effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Nursing CareMedication AdministrationPatient AssessmentVital SignsHealth HistoryAppointment SchedulingPatient Care CoordinationProcedure AssistanceRN LicenseLPN License

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay range for this nursing position?

The overall pay range is $22.00 - $40.75, with RN at $27.25-$40.75 and LPN at $22.00-$31.00; actual pay depends on experience. May be eligible for a $3000 sign on bonus.

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This is an on-site position at Spencer-Avera Medical Group with day shifts from 8:00am-5:00pm, occasionally on weekends.

What qualifications are required for the LPN role?

An active LPN license from the Board of Nursing in the state of practice is required upon hire. The role demands performing general nursing care, administering medications, coordinating patient care, and effective communication.

What is the company culture like at Avera?

Avera emphasizes a compassionate multidisciplinary team environment focused on Moving Health Forward, where you belong and your work matters.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits may include a $3000 sign-on bonus and eligibility for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, providing up to $10,000 in extra payments of $167 monthly to pay down loans.

Abarca Health

Pharmacy Benefit Management services provider

About Abarca Health

Abarca Health provides Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) services, focusing on flexible and user-friendly solutions for health plans, employers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Its main product, the Darwin platform, allows clients to quickly implement and modify benefit designs while ensuring compliance with regulations. Abarca Health manages over $5.3 billion in drug spend and processes 100 million prescription claims annually, offering additional services like home delivery for prescriptions. The company's goal is to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions in the PBM market.

Aventura, FloridaHeadquarters

2005Year Founded

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HealthcareIndustries

501-1,000Employees