POSITION PURPOSE:

To provide clinical support services for the Clinic Physician/Nurse Practitioner and performs effective patient care utilizing the nursing process.

SPECIFICATIONS (Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Licensure, Certification, Registration):

RN Requirements:

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing
• Current licensure as registered nurse in Missouri or eligible required
• 2 years of acute care experience preferred
• Maintains basic life support
• ACLS required within 6 months of date of hire for Cardiology Services
• Successful implementation of nursing knowledge/process
• Knowledge and ability to complete laboratory duties
• Demonstrates skill in area of specialty

LPN Requirements

• Graduate of Approved School of Practical Nursing
• Current licensure as Licensed Practice Nurse (IV Certified) in Missouri or ability to obtain required (Graduate practical nurses must obtain licensure within 3 months of graduation)
• Maintains Basic Life Support Validation
• Successful implementation of nursing knowledge/skills
• Demonstrates skill in area of specialty

CMA/RMA Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program required, associates preferred, diploma will be considered
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant required
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with others
• Ability to prioritize patient needs and tasks
• Must maintain current CPR certification
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to lift and assist patients
• Ability to assess patient, perform vital signs, and complete appropriate, required documentation