Healing Sanctuary - East th Street Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States

Description · Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team · JOB SUMMARY:  The MVH Care Coordinator supports MVH's initiatives toward clinical integration and accountable care strategies to achieve the triple aim in healthcare: 1) improving qu ...

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Description

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team

JOB SUMMARY:  The MVH Care Coordinator supports MVH's initiatives toward clinical integration and accountable care strategies to achieve the triple aim in healthcare: 1) improving quality and patient satisfaction, 2) improving outcomes and the overall health of the population, and 3) reducing the total cost of care. Through risk stratification tools available to MVH, the MVH Care Coordinator identifies patients with a need for early intervention related to discharge education, transitional care or disease management and coordinates intervention with PCPs and other care providers. The MVH Care Coordinator also refers to medical and behavioral health providers as appropriate for further intervention.

BENEFITS:

Taking care of our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
2. Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
3. Transfer and organize data gathered from paper formats via computer, recorders, or scanners.
4. Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
5. Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, or physicians' instructions to patients.  
6. Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
7. Collect blood, saliva, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
8. Escort patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.
9. Greet patients arriving at clinic.
10. Perform general office duties, such as answering telephones, taking notes, or completing medical information forms.
11. Schedule appointments for patients.
12. Inventory and order medical, lab, or office supplies or equipment.
13. Contact medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests or admission.
14. Operate electrocardiogram (EKG), or other equipment to administer routine diagnostic tests.
15. Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
16. Prepare and administer medications as directed by the physician.
17. Set up and operate medical treatment and laboratory equipment.
18. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by management.

ABOUT MOUNTAIN VIEW:

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications:  Current unencumbered Idaho Licensed Practical Nurse License.  High School Diploma or GED

Experience:  6 months required experience, 2-5 yrs. clinical experience preferred.

Equipment/Technology:  Experience with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Microsoft Office, and various EMR systems.

Language/Communication: Ability to speak effectively before groups or employees of the organization. Must be patient, courteous, compassionate, and respectful with patients and their families, co workers, physicians and administrative staff.  Ability to communicate medical terminology and relate well with physicians, staff, and management.

Mental Capabilities:  A clear understating of the importance of patient confidentiality and sensitivity regarding complex health problems. Ability to use critical thinking skills to assess patients and intervene as needed  within scope of practice

Interpersonal:  Ability to work well with others as a team player. Organized, detail oriented, and the ability to manage to multi-task while maintaining a heavy load of complex patients. Maintain a neat and professional appearance.

Performance:  Must be able to handle conflict issues with both patients and staff. Must follow established recommendations and guidelines. Must meet deadlines as needed