Position Purpose:

Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a RN and or LPN in the ER setting. Performs general nursing assistant duties and able to work with the age specific populations according to the age and setting. Registers patients in the Emergency Department and Registration area, enters charges and completes hospital-required paperwork. Assists in Medical-Surgical and SDS/Operating Room area as needed and training completed.

What you will do:

• Provides competent patient care to the above-indicated patient populations by obtaining and utilizing clinical/critical thinking skills in appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments within the ER Tech scope of practice.

• Registers patient that present to the ER for services and all admission to the hospital

• following registration policies and procedures. This includes collecting Time of Service Payment, when possible.

• Effectively communicates pertinent patient changes/conditions to co-workers and to multidisciplinary caregivers.

• Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team in the provision of patient care to achieve desired patient care outcomes

• Enters charges according to billing policies and procedures (EKG, CRNA charges, etc)

• Enters Bed Board data

• Documents patient information in the electronic/paper medical record in an accurate, timely manner.

• Maintains active logons/passwords for computer software systems that support patient care and education

• Acts in a professional manner reflecting the mission, philosophy and values of MercyOne-New Hampton and the Sister of Mercy.

Hours/Schedule:

Part Time - Nights. Two 12 hour shifts weekly. 6 pm - 6 am rotating holidays and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High school graduate or GED preferred

• Successful completion of a Nurse Aide Course Required.

• Certification required

• State of Iowa nurse's aide registry listing as “Active” or eligible required

Experience:

• Previous experience as nurse’s aide in a hospital setting preferred

• Minimum of one year post high school business education or one year experience in an office setting preferred

Special Skills, Competencies, and Aptitudes:

• Experience with computer software and willingness to learn new software (Excel, Microsoft, Healthland, Powerchart, etc.)

• Detail oriented, requires numerical, clerical, and organizational skills and the ability to

• perform mathematical calculations and complete patient records.

• Ability to work flexible hours

Additional Functions:

• Cleaning /stocking of supplies and equipment

• Assist ER, OR and Med-Surg Staff as needed

• Performs EKG’s

• Cleans and wraps instruments in preparation for sterilizing.

• Runs autoclaves on regular and flash cycle when necessary

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Education Assistance offered

• Effective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 20 hours per week or greater

• Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials

• Generous paid time off program

• Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1

Ministry/Facility Information:

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties.

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.

With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.

MercyOne Medical Group – North Iowa is part of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.