Qureos Mentor

Mercy Cedar Rapids

<div>Work Shift
Day/Evening
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Summary
This job supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by presenting excellent customer service to patients and providing clerical support to a MercyCare provider.
Job Description
Job Duties<ul><li>
Answers the telephone and disburses calls in a friendly, prompt and professional manner. Conveys messages accurately and appropriately.</li><li>
Schedules, cancels, reschedules and confirms patient office visits in an accurate manner and according to office scheduling procedures.</li><li>
Retrieves and disburses messages from answering service/machine and facsimile machine, including RightFax.</li><li>
Opens, dates and distributes incoming mail and answers routine correspondence.</li><li>
Collects deductible/co-insurance, co-pays or balances at time of service using EPIC and Virtual Merchant, according to organizational targets.</li><li>
Balances entry of charges and payments with the daily report and makes corrections as needed, including voiding payments and notifying recon and manager.</li><li>
Maintains and accurately balances cash drawer on a daily basis.</li><li>
Schedules tests and procedures ordered by the provider and completes associated paperwork, including Lab and X-ray.</li><li>
Scans information into media as needed including, test results, physician referral reports (and links to original order), and other correspondence to patient record for review.</li><li>
Enters charges, as needed and payments made at time of service timely, accurately and according to defined policies.</li><li>
Handles routine billing questions as they arise and forwards questions requiring research to the financial counselor.</li><li>
Responds to medical record requests in a timely manner to include requesting information from the Health Information Management department.</li><li>
Registers the patient in Epic upon arrival and collects accurate demographic information, completes &quot;checklist&quot;, and does not bypass stops.</li><li>
Collects accurate insurance information, puts in correct filing order, asks MSPQ, scans in insurance cards and ID's, utilizes RTE and external websites to verify.</li><li>
Collects worker's compensation billing information, pulls up protocol form portal, and collects protocol information if protocol does not exist.</li><li>
Discusses Care Everywhere/transfer of medical records with the patient and obtains proper patient consent in accordance with HIPAA.</li><li>
Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.</li></ul> 
Department Specific Duties
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>
Word processing/computer knowledge required.</li><li>
Medical terminology and coding background preferred.</li><li>
Effective communication skills.</li><li>
Knowledge of insurance carriers and their eligibility requirements (including Title 19 and Medicare).</li></ul>
Professional Experience<ul><li>
One year experience in a medical office environment preferred. Two years customer service experience preferred.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.</li></ul>
Licensure, Certification, Registration<ul><li>
N/A</li></ul>
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.
Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.</div>

Patient Service Coordinator -MercyCare Marion - Full-Time

<div>Mercy Cedar Rapids has been recognized on the Forbes list of America&rsquo;s Best-In-State Employers 2025, earning a spot in the Top 10 for Iowa. Mercy was also the highest-ranked healthcare employer on the state&rsquo;s list.
Registered Nurse - Hiawatha Surgery Center
Up to $15,000 Sign-On Bonus| No Weekends or Holidays!
Location: Mercy Outpatient Surgery Center &ndash; Hiawatha, IA (conveniently located just off I-380)
Schedule: Monday&ndash;Friday | No weekends, holidays, or call
Hours: 40 hours/week (Full-time pay &amp; benefits)
Surgery Center Website: Mercy Surgery Center - Hiawatha, IA - Mercy Medical Center
A Rare Opportunity in Outpatient Surgery
Are you an experienced Intra-Op RN looking for a fulfilling, Monday&ndash;Friday role? Join Mercy Cedar Rapids at our Hiawatha Outpatient Surgery Center, where you&rsquo;ll work with a dedicated surgical team specializing in same-day total procedures, including: orthopedics, ophthalmologic and podiatry across 5 fully equipped Operating Rooms.
Procedure Specifics include:
Ortho - total joints, fractures, sports medicine, foot, ankle and hand
Ophthalmology - cataracts, blepharoplasty, glaucoma treatment, corneal transplant and more
Podiatry - Bunionectomy, plantar facial release, digital arthroplasty, hammertoe repair
This is a rare chance to step into a high-functioning surgical environment &mdash; without weekend, holiday, or on-call hours &mdash; while still making a meaningful impact on patients&rsquo; lives.
Why Choose Mercy Cedar Rapids?<ul><li>
Independent and locally managed for over 120 years</li><li>
Consistent weekday schedule &mdash; excellent for work-life balance</li><li>
Full benefits with a $15,000 sign-on bonus</li><li>
Supportive, team-based culture where your voice matters</li><li>
Opportunities to grow within a high-performing surgical team</li><li>
Accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC)</li></ul>
How You'll Win
As an RN in the Hiawatha Surgery Center, you will:<ul><li>
Anticipate surgical flow and stay two steps ahead</li><li>
Protect sterile field integrity and patient safety - every case, every time</li><li>
Drive efficiency without compromising care quality</li><li>
Be a trusted partner to surgeons and anesthesia</li><li>
Contribute to a culture that runs on accountability and respect</li></ul>
Why This Team Stands Out<ul><li>
Tight-knit, high functioning OR team</li><li>
Leaders who remove barriers, not create them</li><li>
Expectations are clear, feedback is direct, wins are recognized</li><li>
You'll be heard and expected to contribute</li></ul>
Ready to Join Us?
Keep reading for the full job description to complete your application today!
Work Shift
Day
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Summary
This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by being a competent, respectful, and compassionate professional who is able to safely, appropriately, accurately, efficiently and independently follow Mercy's standards along with policies and procedures while caring for patients. The Registered Staff Nurse works with the unit specific team members to identify clinical problems, develop a plan, and educate patients and families.
Job Description
Job Duties<ul><li>
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.</li><li>
Demonstrates competent assessment, planning, intervention, coordination and evaluation skills based on the individual patient plan of care.</li><li>
Continually assesses patient and family needs in order to provide quality care based on a patient centered care model.</li><li>
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and judgment necessary to implement a patient plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures.</li><li>
Maintains accurate and real time documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team, according to hospital policy and procedure related to documentation parameters.</li><li>
Functions as a role model for current and new staff by creating a healthy work environment to facilitate the department's or unit's ability to meet identified goals and objectives.</li><li>
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitor and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.</li><li>
Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel in the provision of care to patients as assigned.</li><li>
Demonstrate effective and age-appropriate communication as well as the ability to understand the needs of the patient including non-verbal communication, fears, anxieties and language/cultural barriers.</li><li>
Responds within scope of practice to emergencies and life-threatening conditions.</li><li>
Adheres to and promotes patient safety practices throughout the patient experience.</li><li>
Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the healthcare team.</li><li>
Provides ongoing education to patients and families.</li><li>
Delegates to other staff registered nurse, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, patient care technicians, unit secretaries, and other staff positions specific to the department.</li><li>
Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.</li></ul>
Department Specific Duties
Hiawatha Outpatient Surgical Center (OSC)<ul><li>
Processes patient through the surgical experience in a timely fashion to maintain departmental efficiencies.</li><li>
Remains flexible with dynamic work schedule to meet staffing needs.</li><li>
Maintains high success rate for IV starts on first attempt.</li><li>
Maintains proper sterile technique throughout the procedure by diligent observation, instruction and supervision in the use of sterile technique.</li><li>
Ensures that all areas of procedure documentation are complete and accurate.</li><li>
Monitors supply usage in the OR to ensure accurate charges are submitted.</li><li>
Demonstrates critical thinking skills in anticipating the needs of the OR.</li><li>
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a specialty team.</li><li>
Assists in pre-op, recovery, and central sterile areas as needed or directed to maintain operational efficiency.</li><li>
Accurately prepares charts and speaks with patients prior to day of surgery to assure all pertinent information is present and relayed to the patient.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities<ul><li>
Sound background in basic nursing principles and procedures.</li><li>
Demonstrates competency in unit specific skills.</li><li>
Demonstrates ability to provide safe and effective basic nursing care.</li><li>
Role Models exemplary customer service skills including verbal and non-verbal skills and proper phone etiquette.</li><li>
Creates a welcoming environment for all healthcare team members.</li><li>
Committed to ongoing self-development and learning.</li></ul>
Professional Experience<ul><li>
Previous RN experience in an acute care setting preferred.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing preferred.</li></ul>
Licensure, Certification, Registration
Requirements listed below are applicable to all departments.<ul><li>
Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Iowa or compact state required.</li><li>
Current certification in Basic Life Support, in accordance with the American Heart Association required.</li><li>
Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.
</li></ul>Additional requirements specific to each department are noted below:
Hiawatha OSC<ul><li>
CNOR, CAPA or CPAN certification preferred.</li></ul>
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.
Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.</div>

Intra-Op Registered Nurse (RN) - Hiawatha Surgery Center Part/Full Time Days - NO WKNDS/HOLIDAYS/CALL!

<div>Work Shift
Day
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Summary
This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing individual internal audit projects and assisting Internal Audit management as part of the total internal audit plan.
Job Description
Job Duties<ul><li>
Interacts with MSC's managers, departments, and staff in a professional, positive, and constructive manner to facilitate good working relationships.</li><li>
Prepares audit programs to identify key areas and determine appropriate testing.</li><li>
Performs the audit in a professional manner with an understanding of the need for clear communications with staff and management during the entire audit process.</li><li>
During the audit, responds to developments or findings by adjusting or extending testing as appropriate or as directed by the Manager of Internal Audit.</li><li>
Develops effective and practical recommendations for audit findings.</li><li>
Prepares workpapers consistent with departmental policy and ensure they document and support all work performed and conclusions made.</li><li>
Drafts audit reports, ensuring audit objectives are met, conclusions are documented and supported, and recommendations are clear, concise, and practical.</li><li>
Performs follow-up procedures to determine whether recommendations have been implemented.</li><li>
May assist with processes and analyses used to audits medical records for compliance with applicable standards.</li><li>
Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required:<ul><li>
Ability to develop and maintain a positive, professional relationship with staff and management at all levels.</li><li>
Auditing skills and a general understanding of internal controls.</li><li>
Strong verbal, written communication and presentation skills.</li><li>
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Proficiency with software such as Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel</li></ul>
Preferred:<ul><li>
Experience in a healthcare setting.</li><li>
Advanced proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.</li></ul>
Professional Experience<ul><li>
Minimum of 1 year of audit or related experience preferred.</li><li>
Should possess an understanding of general audit procedures and internal controls.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
A bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required.</li></ul>
Licensure, Certification, Registration<ul><li>
One or more certifications as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Professional Medical Auditor (CPMA) or others such as Certified Risk Adjustment Coder (CRC), RHIT, RHIA, CCA, or CCS-P is preferred.</li></ul>
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.
Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.</div>

Internal Auditor

<div>Work Shift
Day
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Summary
The Board &amp; Legal Executive Assistant supports Mercy's mission by providing executive administrative support and project coordination for the General Counsel and administrative support to the Legal/Compliance/Internal Audit department. Additionally, the Board &amp; Legal Executive Assistant coordinates with the General Counsel and President &amp; CEO on all activities related to the Board of Trustees and related committees of the organization. The Board &amp; Legal Executive Assistant is responsible for planning meetings, generating reports, meeting minutes and materials, archiving board and corporate records, conducting research and communicating with board members and the executive team regarding board and committee related activities. The Board &amp; Legal Executive Assistant works closely with the Board of Trustees and committee members to achieve organizational goals.
Job Description
Job Duties/Essential Functions<ul><li>
Job Duties<ul><li>
Coordinates projects and provides executive administrative support to the General Counsel and the Legal/Compliance/Internal Audit department.</li><li>
Manages calendar for General Counsel and schedules meetings and appointments.</li><li>
Monitors Mercy&rsquo;s Compliance Hotline and transcribes messages.</li><li>
Facilitates the smooth flow of accurate communication intradepartmentally, interdepartmentally and externally.</li><li>
Tracks Board and Committee membership and terms.</li><li>
Creates master Board and Committee meeting schedule and annual calendar. Sends meeting invitations to trustees, executives and assistants.</li><li>
Reserves and sets up meeting rooms and coordinates audio/visual equipment and catering. Facilitates speaker presentations.</li><li>
Serves as administrator for BoardEffect and provides training on BoardEffect, standards of work and consistency in board materials.</li><li>
Coordinates Board and Committee meeting books and materials. Posts agendas and other meeting documents to BoardEffect.</li><li>
Prepares for the Board&rsquo;s Annual Meeting, including sending notification of annual board meetings two weeks in advance.</li><li>
Maintains electronic files of all articles and bylaws, board books, charters and workplans.</li><li>
Coordinates special events (board retreat, recognitions and emeritus events).</li><li>
Coordinates annual Conflict of Interest forms with General Counsel.</li><li>
Distributes publications to Board.</li><li>
Addresses internal requests for board information.</li><li>
Manages electronic devices for board members (iPads).</li><li>
Manages access for and use of Neuhaus Boardroom.</li><li>
Takes minutes at Board, Committee and departmental meetings.</li><li>
Greets and directs customers, patients, physicians, community leaders, Board members, general public, staff and visitors.</li></ul></li><li>
Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>
Proficient in Microsoft Office products including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet research skills.</li><li>
Proficient in Board Effect or other electronic board portal product.</li><li>
Operates normal office equipment, e.g. fax machine, multi-line telephone system and copier/scanner.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills that include grammar, spelling, punctuation and proofreading.</li><li>
Excellent public relations, human relations and conflict resolution skills - exemplifies The Mercy Touch.</li><li>
Excellent organizational, time management and analytical skills.</li><li>
Demonstrates project coordination.</li><li>
Critical thinking and attention to detail. Exhibits good judgment.</li><li>
Identifies quality improvement opportunities.</li><li>
Manages confidential information with discretion and diplomacy.</li><li>
Commitment to life-long learning, e.g., willingness to learn/upgrade skills related to duties.</li><li>
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with hospital staff, physicians, Board members, community leaders and the general public.</li><li>
Flexibility and dependability, works well with a wide variety of individuals and leadership styles.</li><li>
Ability to work with minimal to no supervision.</li><li>
Initiative-taker; ability to initiate projects, plan own activities and make decisions within the framework of the responsibility and authority of the job.</li></ul>
Professional Experience<ul><li>
Minimum of four years administrative/executive assistant experience required.</li><li>
Previous experience providing Board administration preferred.</li><li>
Previous experience working with CEO and executive team preferred.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
Associates degree or higher preferred.</li></ul>
Licensure, Certification, Registration<ul><li>
None</li></ul>
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.
Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.</div>

Executive Assistant, Board & Legal

<div>Work Shift
Day
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Summary
This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing administrative and clinical duties in an outpatient setting including limited medication administration in the outpatient setting.
Job Description
Job Duties<ul><li>
Administers oral, SubQ and IM medications under the direct supervision of a Nurse, Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician.</li><li>
Demonstrates basic knowledge of medication purpose, side effects and administration procedure.</li><li>
Performs accurate measurement of patient statistics to include vitals, height and weight.</li><li>
Manages room turnover and patient flow.</li><li>
Collects health history and medication list.</li><li>
Escribes orders.</li><li>
Prepares patient for Nurse, Nurse Practitioner and/or physical exam.</li><li>
Instructs patients as directed by the Nurse, Nurse Practitioner and/or Physician.</li><li>
Performs front offices duties including telephone, reception, medical records and scheduling.</li><li>
Practices standard precautions.</li><li>
Maintains inventory in rooms.</li><li>
Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.</li></ul>
Department Specific Duties
Cardiology Clinic
<ul><li>Assists with or perform phlebotomy and specimen collection (e.g., glucose testing, point of care INR, etc.) as ordered.</li><li>
Conducts EKGs, manual blood pressure measurements, and other diagnostic procedures as directed and according to established clinic protocols.</li><li>
Assists patients and family members with ambulation through the clinic environment</li><li>
Prepares patient charts and medical records ahead of visits.</li><li>
Assists patients in completing intake questionnaires.</li><li>
Stocks, clean, and disinfect exam rooms and equipment (e.g., tables, BP cuffs, glucometers).</li><li>
Maintains equipment and can troubleshoot issues that arise.</li><li>
Performs department-specific cleaning and compliance audits (daily/weekly/monthly).</li><li>
Obtains prior authorizations from insurance.</li><li>
Identifies and support quality improvement opportunities.</li><li>
Attends departmental meetings and participate in special projects as assigned.</li><li>
Practices cost containment through efficient use of time and resources.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities<ul><li>
Knowledge of administrative and clinical functions in a physician office setting.</li></ul>
Professional Experience<ul><li>
One year experience working in a medical office setting preferred.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
Completion of American Association of Medical Assisting program required.</li></ul>
Licensure, Certification, Registration<ul><li>
AAMA certification preferred.
</li></ul>Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.
Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.</div>

Clinic Medical Assistant - Cardio Clinic - Full-Time

<div>Are you motivated and passionate to make a meaningful impact on patient lives as a Respiratory Therapist while displaying the Merch Touch?
This position plays a crucial role in providing top-notch respiratory care to our patients!
External applicants are eligible for an up to $10,000 sign on bonus!!
The hours for this position are 7pm-7am 3x12 hour shifts while being a vital member of our patient care team and work with our experienced Respiratory Therapists.
This position is also eligible for additional shift, enhanced pay, and incentive pay!
New Graduates are welcome!!
Work Shift
Night Shift
Scheduled Weekly Hours
36
Summary
This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing bedside respiratory care to patients as assigned by supervisors and given on the physician's written order for all respiratory therapy modalities in an inpatient setting. Responsibilities may also include Outpatient Pulmonary Function testing. This requires working overnight shift hours.
Job Description
Job Duties/Essential Functions
Job Duties<ul><li>
Performs all forms of respiratory therapy according to prescribed physician orders and standing written policies and procedures.</li><li>
Performs ventilator set-up and airway maintenance and monitoring on critical care patients to include all age groups.</li><li>
Attends &amp; assists all code blues, high risk deliveries, c-section and Met calls house wide.</li><li>
Performs CPAP/Bi-PAP set-up and monitoring in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.</li><li>
Performs noninvasive cardiology procedures such as EKGs in the Emergency Department and completes necessary paperwork.</li><li>
Assists physicians with bedside bronchoscopies in accordance with the Respiratory Therapy procedure.</li><li>
Performs oximetry spot checks and oximetry sleep studies and accurately processes corresponding paperwork.</li><li>
Performs ABG sticks and utilizes the I-Stat machine and communicates ABG results to nursing staff or physicians.</li><li>
Performs equipment function, check out, and cleaning as necessary in accordance with Respiratory Therapy policies and procedures.</li><li>
Provides patient education on all modalities of Respiratory Care.</li><li>
Participates in the charge role as applicable.</li><li>
Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.</li></ul> 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology as related to respiratory system.</li><li>
Use of calculator, verbal and written medical terminology.</li><li>
Should possess excellent communication skills.</li></ul>
Professional Experience<ul><li>
Previous experience preferred.</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
Education sufficient to obtain licensure.</li></ul>
Licensure, Certification, Registration<ul><li>
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) required.</li><li>
State of Iowa Respiratory Care Practitioner License required.</li><li>
Basic Life Support in accordance with the American Heart Association required. Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification will be required within 1 year of employment with the exception of PFT Staff.</li><li>
Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.</li></ul>
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.
Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.</div>

Respiratory Therapist

<div>Work Shift
Weekend Option
Scheduled Weekly Hours
24
Summary
This position supports Mercy&rsquo;s philosophy of patient centered care by providing safe and effective patient care by performing tasks and support functions under the supervision of a Licensed Nurse. Patient Care Technicians may fulfill an expanded role by performing additional tasks and responsibilities as delegated by their department.
Job Description
Job Duties<ul><li>
Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed.</li><li>
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</li><li>
Provide safe and effective patient care under the supervision of the licensed nurse by performing tasks and support functions as delegated by department</li><li>
Observe and communicate to the licensed nurse any changes in patient condition and pertinent information regarding the needs of the patient and/or significant others</li><li>
Demonstrate effective and age-appropriate communication as well as the ability to understand the needs of the patient including non-verbal communication, fears, anxieties and language/cultural barriers</li><li>
Maintains accurate and real time documentation of patient care provided</li><li>
Assures patient privacy by knocking on doors, closing curtains and protecting patient information</li><li>
Responds within scope of practice to emergencies and life-threatening conditions</li><li>
Demonstrates support for changes in practice designed to improve performance.</li><li>
Organize and prioritize daily work, taking into account the needs of patients, families and other health care workers</li><li>
Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and department work areas</li><li>
Assist in identifying quality improvement opportunities and demonstrate support for changes in practice designed to improve performance</li><li>
Ability to prioritize tasks, identify needs for changes in priorities and takes the initiative to recommend and implement changes in concert with their supervisor.</li><li>
Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.</li></ul> 
Department Specific Duties
Short Stay Observation Unit:<ul><li>
Obtains equipment and CPMs needed for patients, with correct set up and removal as per physician orders and/or delegated to.</li><li>
Prepares rooms and pre-operative beds for surgery as trained and delegated to.</li><li>
Participates in regular stocking of supplies in patient rooms and alcoves as required by dept. standards.</li><li>
Demonstrates competency in computer navigation to access and find needed information effectively and efficiently as evidenced in hand-offs and documentation.</li></ul>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<ul><li>
Role Models exemplary customer service skills including verbal and non-verbal skills and proper phone etiquette</li><li>
Creates a welcoming environment for all healthcare team members.</li><li>
Demonstrates the ability to provide safe and effective patient care</li><li>
Must have the ability to remain focused in stressful situations and perform multiple tasks quickly.</li></ul>
Professional Experience<ul><li>
Previous Patient Care Tech or Certified Nursing Assistant experience preferred</li></ul>
Education<ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent preferred</li><li>
In addition, ONE of the following is preferred:<ul><li>
completion of a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Health Support Professional program
</li><li>a minimum of 2 years in a baccalaureate program
</li><li>one year in an Associate's Degree in Nursing program</li><li>
comparable education, training and experience in the absence of successful completion of a CNA or Health Support Professional program</li></ul></li></ul>
Licensure, Certification, Registration<ul><li>
Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support, in accordance with the American Heart Association required.</li><li>
Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse and Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.
</li></ul>Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.
Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.</div>

Patient Care Tech - Short Stay Observation Unit (0.6 Weekend Option)

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