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This position supports Mercy’s philosophy of patient centered care by providing safe and effective patient care by performing tasks and support functions under the supervision of a state registered CNA.  The CNA Apprentice may fulfill an expanded role by performing additional tasks and responsibilities as delegated by their department.   Job Duties Ensures that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome. Provides safe and effective patient care under the supervision of the CNA or licensed nurse by performing tasks and support functions as delegated by department. Observes and communicates to the CNA and/or licensed nurse any changes in patient condition and pertinent information regarding the needs of the...

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing individual, family, and relationship counseling and therapy to clients served by Family Counseling, EAP, and Sedlacek Treatment Center. This position also provides community and work-site based trainings on behavioral health topics to area employers and other organizations.   Job Duties Perform assessments that include diagnostic interviewing, referrals for testing, and treatment planning to address the client's issues. Provide consultations to people seeking information about mental health issues or relationship problems in themselves or others. Develop treatment plans and treatment objectives in collaboration with client (and family when appropriate). Work in coordination with area service agencies, schools, primary care providers and other relevant resources to address needs of persons with mental health problems and/or chemical dependency issues. Maintain appropriate professional licensure,...

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing excellent customer service and enables the facilitation of positive patient outcomes by providing administrative and clerical support to Mercy.   Job Duties Answers telephone and disburses callers in a friendly, prompt and professional manner. Conveys messages accurately and appropriately. Prepares incoming medical record information for provider visit. Retrieves and disburses messages. Schedules, cancels, reschedules and confirms patient office visits in an accurate manner and according to office scheduling procedures. Provides patient education as needed for the scheduled test/procedures. Handles routine billing questions as they arise and forwards more complex questions to the Mercy billing office as appropriate. Responds to medical record requests in a timely manner. Demonstrates a general understanding of the different insurance carriers (including Title 19 and Medicare) and their eligibility...

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by meeting with new patients to discuss insurance benefits and to gain understanding of patients’ financial concerns they may have while navigating a cancer diagnosis.  Reviews health insurance benefits to determine co-pays, deductibles and maximum out-of-pocket costs patients may encounter and ensures authorizations are in place.  Supports patients in obtaining additional financial support when necessary.  Job Duties Communicates with social worker and dietitian when a resource is needed. Backs up the front office when needed. Meets with patients as needed to discuss insurance benefits and determine level of financial need. Interacts with nursing staff, physicians, and other cancer center staff. Acts as liaison between Hall-Perrine Cancer Center and Mercy billing staff. Department Specific Duties Obtains medication authorizations.  Follows necessary steps to ensure medication delivery to the patient. Maintain...

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by working alongside a Clinical Pharmacist to provide safe and effective patient care within the Mercy Pharmacy.  Job Duties Provides safe and effective patient care in collaboration with the health care team, to a diverse range of patients, including those with multiple co-morbidities, high-risk medication regimens and multiple medications following a consistent patient care process. Ensures continuity of care during patient care transitions between care settings. Manages formulary and medication-use processes. Evaluates and investigates practice, review data, and assimilate scientific evidence to improve patient care and/or the medication use system. Prepares, dispenses and manages medications to support safe and effective drug therapy for patients. Provides effective medication and practice-related education to patients, caregivers, health care professionals, students and the public. Effectively employs...

This job supports Mercy’s philosophy of patient centered care by performing a variety of technical and clerical duties for the hospital unit dose drug distribution system and intravenous admixture program under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. The Inpatient Pharmacy Technician II is responsible for filling patient-specific medication orders and automated dispensing machines with unit dose medications, delivering medications to the nursing unit, prepackaging bulk medications into unit dose packages, retrieving data from the computer system, and preparing intravenous medications.   Job Duties Maintains a working knowledge of pharmacy terminology, pharmacology, and pharmacotherapy. Accurately and efficiently fills, labels, and delivers medications and assists in maintaining accurate inventory in automation. Assists in receiving, un-packaging, sorting, and restocking of pharmaceuticals and supplies into their appropriate locations. Routinely checks pharmaceutical expiration...

Up to $2500 sign on bonus! Do you relish change and work best under pressure? If so, you’ll love working in Mercy’s Emergency Department! Compassionate yet efficient nurses thrive in this environment, where you’ll use a variety of skills and see all types of patients. From emergent cases such as broken bones, stroke, chest pain and trauma to behavioral, falls and wounds, variety is the norm in the ED. You’ll work at the speed of Mercy in a Level III trauma facility; Mercy's ED is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology to handle the most serious of healthcare emergencies. If you enjoy a fast-paced atmosphere where no two days are ever the same, apply for a position in Mercy’s ED! Job Duties Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in...

Up to $2500 sign on bonus! Do you relish change and work best under pressure? If so, you’ll love working in Mercy’s Emergency Department! Compassionate yet efficient nurses thrive in this environment, where you’ll use a variety of skills and see all types of patients. From emergent cases such as broken bones, stroke, chest pain and trauma to behavioral, falls and wounds, variety is the norm in the ED. You’ll work at the speed of Mercy in a Level III trauma facility; Mercy's ED is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology to handle the most serious of healthcare emergencies. If you enjoy a fast-paced atmosphere where no two days are ever the same, apply for a position in Mercy’s ED! Job Duties Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in...

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing leadership and assuming responsibility for the general direction of the hospital and departmental activities in the absence of Administration and individual department managers/directors. Monitor and maintain compliance of regulatory issues. Responsible for the role of Patient Placement Coordinator including, managing patient flow, appropriate bed assignments and facilitating intrahospital and interhospital transfers.   Job Duties Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome Assign patients to appropriate bed, based on diagnosis and bed availability Assist in managing patient flow throughout patient's stay Answer phones...

Up to $2500 sign on bonus!   Picture this:  You could be working on Mercy’s cardiac imaging team and helping patients with their x-rays, electrocardiograms, and other procedures.   Mercy uses the most advanced technology to capture images of the heart so our award-winning cardiology team can make the most accurate diagnoses and determine the best treatment for each patient.  We’re proud of the unique blend of compassionate, collaborative medical care and advanced imaging services we provide.  You’re sure to enjoy the view from your place on Mercy’s cardiac imaging team!   Job Duties Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand-offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome Demonstrates competent assessment, planning, intervention, coordination...

Cardiac-Stroke Center This inpatient unit focuses on the care of patients with heart and stroke conditions.  And, what a time to be on the heart care team at Mercy!  With the addition of open-heart surgery at Mercy, our staff have really enjoyed the progression of skills and abilities they’ve experienced with each new procedure offered at Mercy.  It’s growing each day.  This unit is fast-paced with high energy, and our staff focus a lot of effort in supporting one another.  We pride ourselves on teamwork.  If you’re interested in being exposed to new skills regularly and working with a very grateful patient population, then check out the Cardiac Stroke Center at Mercy and see if you  our work environment.      Job Duties Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated...

Cardiac-Stroke Center This inpatient unit focuses on the care of patients with heart and stroke conditions.  And, what a time to be on the heart care team at Mercy!  With the addition of open-heart surgery at Mercy, our staff have really enjoyed the progression of skills and abilities they’ve experienced with each new procedure offered at Mercy.  It’s growing each day.  This unit is fast-paced with high energy, and our staff focus a lot of effort in supporting one another.  We pride ourselves on teamwork.  If you’re interested in being exposed to new skills regularly and working with a very grateful patient population, then check out the Cardiac Stroke Center at Mercy and see if you  our work environment.  Qualifications: Experience in acute care setting preferred. Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing preferred. Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Iowa or compact state required. Current certification in Basic Life Support, in accordance with the American...

Up to $2500 sign on bonus! Mercy’s medical float pool offers a unique opportunity: a new environment on the regular! From the latest technology in orthopedics to the variety on our surgical & inpatient oncology floor — med surg is a great opportunity to make a difference for a wide variety of patients. If you believe variety is the spice of life, taste these fulfilling flavors! Job Duties Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome Demonstrates competent assessment, planning, intervention, coordination and evaluation skills based on the individual patient plan of care Continually assesses patient and family needs in order to provide quality care based on a patient centered care model...

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing leadership and assuming responsibility for the general direction of the hospital and departmental activities in the absence of Administration and individual department managers/directors. Monitor and maintain compliance of regulatory issues. Responsible for the role of Patient Placement Coordinator including, managing patient flow, appropriate bed assignments and facilitating intrahospital and interhospital transfers.   Job Duties Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome Assign patients to appropriate bed, based on diagnosis and bed availability Assist in managing patient flow throughout patient's stay Answer phones...

Up to $2500 sign on bonus!   Mercy’s medical float pool offers a unique opportunity: a new environment on the regular! From the latest technology in orthopedics to the variety on our surgical & inpatient oncology floor — med surg is a great opportunity to make a difference for a wide variety of patients. If you believe variety is the spice of life, taste these fulfilling flavors!   Job Duties Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome Demonstrates competent assessment, planning, intervention, coordination and evaluation skills based on the individual patient plan of care Continually assesses patient and family needs in order to provide quality care based on a patient centered care model...

Sign on bonus!   This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing cardiac ultrasound and other non-invasive cardiac procedures of a professional level on all patient populations serviced by the Hospital.   Job Duties Performs complete study including M MODE, REAL TIME, COLOR FLOW MAPPING and DOPPLER. Interprets all techniques giving internal dimensions, wall motion and flow pattern analysis Participates in reading with physician and contributes professional knowledge to final diagnostic impression or report. Maintains all records and quality reports to Intersocietal Commission of Accreditation for Echocardiography Laboratories (ICAEL) standards. Provides high quality cardiac sonograms on a consistent basis according to department policies and procedures. Demonstrates competency on all Echo equipment and workstations. Performs proper computer skills to include all appropriate edits, status change and other processes necessary for test interpretation...

Up to $2500 sign on bonus!   Do you relish change and work best under pressure? If so, you’ll love working in Mercy’s Emergency Department! Compassionate yet efficient nurses thrive in this environment, where you’ll use a variety of skills and see all types of patients. From emergent cases such as broken bones, stroke, chest pain and trauma to behavioral, falls and wounds, variety is the norm in the ED. You’ll work at the speed of Mercy in a Level III trauma facility; Mercy's ED is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology to handle the most serious of healthcare emergencies. If you enjoy a fast-paced atmosphere where no two days are ever the same, apply for a position in Mercy’s ED! Job Duties Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in...

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by Performing Electrocardiograms in a variety of settings, including the Emergency Department and all in-house locations. Performs Holter and Event monitor placements. Designated EKG technicians may perform general floor respiratory therapy procedures in accordance with education requirements.   Job Duties Ensure that all accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome. Performs EKG services according to established procedure of the hospital Performs specialty EKG's, such as pediatric, pacemaker magnet check and right-sided EKGs Reconciles all EKGs with order and assigns to physicians appropriately and in timely manner Distinguishes critical values...

Up to $2000 sign on bonus!   This job supports Mercy’s philosophy of patient centered care by presenting excellent customer service and enables the facilitation of positive patient outcomes by providing nursing support to a Mercy provider.   Job Duties Receives, greets, and triages patients in person or on telephone. Schedules appointments, answers questions and/or determines the need for provider intervention. Supports an assigned provider’s practice and acts as a liaison between the provider and his/her patients. Assists provider to remain on schedule with appointments. Manages phone calls to patients regarding test/lab results and provides appropriate instruction for treatment, as directed by the provider. Processes medication requests/changes/refills per established protocols. This includes having knowledge of medications, including basic dosages, side effects and interactions. Collects and enters quality data into EHR Meets requirements for handling and disposing of...

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing screening and diagnostic mammography and bone density testing to women and men of all ages.   Job Duties Performs mammography exams and Dexa's Demonstrates skill in using PACS, Hologic and EPIC systems Documents and updates patient history as needed Adheres to State of Iowa Radiation safety regulations Assists with training of new employees as needed. Provides the radiologists with current and accurate patient history Flexes hours as needed to provide adequate staff scheduling. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Expert with screening and diagnostic mammography equipment, hospital and department information system and bone density testing. Strong knowledge base of special needs of young adult to older adult women (and men). Professional Experience One year of experience as a radiographer who has worked in Diagnostic Imaging, CT, MR or CV Lab strongly preferred. Licensure, Certification, Registration Required...