Clinic CMA/LPN
Crawford County Memorial HospitalIowa, United States
Posted July 28, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Crawford County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) is a 25‑bed critical access hospital in Denison, Iowa, offering comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and diagnostic care within a modern, state‑of‑the‑art facility. The hospital’s core focus includes family medicine, pediatrics, general surgery, orthopedics, and Level IV trauma services, supported by a full‑time emergency department, 24‑hour anesthesia, and an integrated EMS and ambulance system. CCMH’s advanced imaging suite—featuring a 64‑slice CT scanner, MRI, and 3‑D mammography—alongside a rapid‑turnover laboratory, positions it as a regional hub for high‑quality diagnostics and specialty consultations. Ongoing renovations of the rural health clinic and physical therapy areas underscore the hospital’s commitment to enhancing patient experience and expanding capacity for the community it serves.
Job Description
Assists in carrying out the phases of the nursing process as appropriately delegated by the Registered Nurse/Provider. Provides nursing care to assigned patients by utilizing the nursing process and meeting the established standards within the clinic.
Requirements
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide service/care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
- Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, the employment handbook, as well as other policies and procedures.
- Utilizing the nursing process assists the registered nurse/provider in providing patient care.
- Promotes and maintains a safe and calm environment for complex patients by ensuring appropriate supplies, equipment, and necessary services.
- Administers medications and treatments/procedures as directed, and as appropriate for the patient’s medical care, in collaboration with the multi disciplinary team.
- Utilizes internal and community resources in planning care and initiating referrals.
- Documents nursing intervention and patient/family response accurately, legibly, and in compliance with clinic policies.
- Appropriately delegates tasks/procedures to other team members who are prepared/qualified to perform.
- Demonstrates the skill level requirement for a Licensed Practical Nurse as evidenced by competent performance and completion of the skills checklist.
- Contributes to the learning experience of students and staff.
- Uses effective communication principles to coordinate care with other health care providers.
- Actively participates in clinic meetings, committees, conferences, and in-services.
- Recognizes and communicates issues/occurrences utilizing established lines of authority, and assists in identifying ways to resolve variances or unacceptable outcomes.
- Maintains confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, physicians, employees, and business.
- Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in improving patient safety and reducing risk to patients. Complies with Safety and Infection Control & Procedure.
- Demonstrates general working knowledge of computers and department specific software (i.e. word, excel, internet, etc.).
