Jobs in Atascosa, TX

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

At the front door of University Health, this role serves to screen patients needing placement in acute or observation beds for the purposes of correct status determinations, and the coordination of appropriate diversions to home or other level of care more appropriate for the services needed to be rendered. This position requires assertive clinical acumen and communication skills for serving in the liaison roles with medical staff, nursing, and patients and families.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of Texas, BSN preferred. National certification (e.g. CCRN, RNC, CEN, CNOR, OCN, ANCC, CAN, CPAN, CFRN, etc.) in related field is preferred. Three years recent, full-time hospital experience preferred. Work experience in case management, utilization review or hospital quality assurance experience is preferred. Must complete a Clinical Documentation Improvement Course within specified time of hire date.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a registered nurse is required. National certification in related field is preferred. Case Manager Certification (CCM or ANCC) is highly desirable.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides supervision over assigned clinical staff in a designated clinic setting to effectively and efficiently administer nursing care according to physician's orders. Communicates and enforces Policies and Procedures and Standard of Work.  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited School of Vocational Nursing is required.  Recommend at least two years experience in an outpatient setting with progressive responsibilities.  Recommend at least two years experience in a supervisory/management position in a health care setting.  

LICENSURE

Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must maintain a current CPR Certification. ACLS certification is preferred.  

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains management responsibility and accountability for clinical practice of nursing for a nursing unit. Promotes the University Health System Customer Relation’s policy.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and current registration with the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas is required (Magnet).  Master of Science Degree in Nursing with an Administration component is preferred.  Five years experience in nursing with at least two years in a supervisor or managerial position is required.  Experience in a 300+ bed hospital preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

As part of the Baby Bexar Healthy Families Community-Based Perinatal Health Initiative, this position will serve as liaison between health system providers and community based resources in order to improve maternal health outcomes for University Health patients. This position will work with a clinical care team and a team of social service agencies to assist and guide patients through prenatal, delivery and postpartum services. This position will provide screening services, education, support, and patient care coordination. Candidate will ensure appropriate information is disseminated, patient is navigated to medical appointments, and follow-up with health care needs. All functions and behaviors are applicable to the clinical and community settings. Additional activities will include patient tracking, data entry, and reporting.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE            

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, health education or related field of study is required.  Four years of experience in the area of health education, public health, social work and/or case management may be considered in lieu of the Bachelor’s degree. Community Health Worker certification preferred. Knowledge and experience working with programs of similar scope and focus preferred. Spanish fluency is preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients in the ambulatory setting in accordance with UH policies and standards.  Supports and promotes University Health values to ensure patient/guest relations.  Performs the nursing process in a safe therapeutic manner in a designated clinic setting. Maintains, facilitates and promotes department policies and standards.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited school of vocational nursing is required. Starting pay varies based on experience; entry up to 2 years, 2–3 years and 4 years or more experience in health care delivery as an LVN.  PALS and ACLS certification may be required based on site location.

LICENSURE

Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides patient care as assigned by the registered nurse.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Recent experience in area of assignment or at least one year nursing experience is preferred. Current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Healthcare Provider card required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support may be required based on location site.

LICENSURE

Current LVN licensure in the State of Texas is required.