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The Co-worker Health Nurse performs daily activities to provide health services to Mercy co-workers.Position Details:
Co-Worker Health – Mercy Hospital Jefferson
Full-Time | 40 hours/week | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Now Hiring: LPN, Medical Assistant, or EMT/Paramedic
Overview
Join our Co-Worker Health team at Mercy Hospital Jefferson! In this role, you’ll provide essential health services to Mercy co-workers and volunteers, ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. Responsibilities include preparing patients for provider visits, performing clinical tasks, and supporting preventive care initiatives—all while delivering compassionate, high-quality service in alignment with Mercy’s mission and values.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for provider visits by completing the Advanced Standard room process:
- Enter chief complaint, take vital signs, review history and allergies.
- Complete thorough medication reconciliation.
- Address open care gaps (fall risk, depression screening, cancer screenings, diabetic eye exams).
- Recheck elevated blood pressures and document preventative visit details in Epic.
- Assist with in-office testing (blood draws, mental status exams, EKGs, oxygen studies, point-of-care testing).
- Administer vaccines and injections within scope of practice.
- Schedule follow-up appointments per office policy.
- Collaborate with providers and clinical care team to monitor and coordinate care plans.
Qualifications
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Experience: 2 years’ hospital or clinical experience.
- Licensure: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program. Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure. Must obtain and maintain a current LPN license within the hiring state and meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.
Medical Assistant
- Education: High School Diploma or GED.
- Certification: Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
- Preferred Experience: 6 months of clinical healthcare experience (physician’s office preferred).
Certified Medical Assistant / EMT / Paramedic
- Education: High School Diploma or GED.
- Certification: Active MA certification/registration (RMA, CCMA, CMA) or EMT/Paramedic accepted.
- BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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