McFarland Clinic·Ames, Iowa
The nurse will provide patient care in the clinic and support procedures within the operating room. Responsibilities include coordinating surgical scheduling, authorizations, and providing patient education throughout the surgical journey.
This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with an Orthopedic Surgeon while caring for patients throughout their surgical journey. This role provides variety in your workday, with responsibilities in both the clinic and operating room, making it an excellent opportunity for nurses interested in variety. Why Nurses Enjoy This Role: Consistent weekday schedule Supportive and flexible team environment Collaborative environment Feedback-rich culture where staff input is valued Great work-life balance Staff appreciation including potlucks and monthly catered lunches Annual raises Schedule: Monday – Friday
Assist with patient care in the clinic Support operating room procedures Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient education Coordinate patient care including: Prior authorizations Surgical scheduling Imaging coordination Referrals Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Licensure / Certification: Active Iowa Registered Nurse license Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Health Care Providers Mandatory Reporting of Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Experience is not required! We are happy to train motivated nurses interested in learning a surgical specialty. Additional compensation: $4.00/hour surgical differential
Pre-employment drug screen and criminal history background checks are a condition of hire.
McFarland Clinic offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, 401(k), and PTO. Click here [https://www.mcfarlandclinic.com/media/cms/BENEFIT_SUMMARY_2022Hourly_5698BB42CD3C6.pdf] for details.
McFarland Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer McFarland Clinic makes every effort to comply with all requirements of federal, state and local laws relating to Equal Employment Opportunity.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school with an active Iowa Registered Nurse license. BLS certification and mandatory reporting certifications are required, though previous experience is not necessary.
Market context
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