Description
JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Nursing Coordinator and/or Assistant Clinical Coordinator and in collaboration with the Provider and/or Mid-Level Provider plans, directs and provides nursing care in accordance with established philosophy, policies and procedures of United Medical Centers. Responsible in carrying out all duties for the smooth operation of the assigned unit as demonstrated by approved competency assessment guidelines. Assists in the provision of health education and disease prevention services as needed and/or required. Responsible for demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including demonstrating knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Must be able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent, or geriatric patients. Must be EHR proficient. Responsible for compliance with other requirements affecting the Medical Center, such as State/Federal regulations, PCHM standards and Compliance standards.
UMC is a Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent. Graduate from an accredited vocational training program for Medical Assistants. Certification or registration as Medical Assistant required.
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING: Must have current CPR certification. At least two years of nursing experience in various specialties preferred. Minimum of one to two years of supervisory responsibilities preferred. Prior experience in patient education (i.e. diabetes, hypertension, cardiac and other health related education programs) preferred.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduation from an accredited vocational training program for Medical Assistants
- Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant
- Current CPR certification
- One to two years of nursing experience in various specialties
- One to two years of supervisory responsibilities
- Prior patient education experience, such as diabetes, hypertension, or cardiac education programs
- Electronic Health Record proficiency
What We Do
United Medical Centers provides comprehensive healthcare services, including family medicine, pediatrics, OB/GYN, internal medicine, podiatry, and dental services across nine locations in Eagle Pass, Del Rio, Brackettville, and surrounding areas.
