Jobs in Leon Valley, TX

University Health is Bexar County and South Texas' first health system to earn Magnet status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet hospitals and health systems offer patients reassurance that they are being cared for by a team with a proven track record for providing excellent care and positive outcomes for their patients.

What sets us apart?

- Most up-to-date advancements in nursing

- Level I Trauma Center

- Teaching Hospital

- Nurse Residency Program

- RN Loan Repayment Program

- Nationally certified nursing staff

- Regionally, nationally and internationally recognized

Requirements:

Current RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing

BSN highly preferred

American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides nursing care that is efficient, appropriate, and therapeutic for patients while ensuring that established security requirements are maintained (as defined by the Bexar County Adult Detention Center and Central Magistrate’s Office). Continuously monitors the condition and status of patients and delivers care that meets or exceeds established standards. Supports and adheres to University Health (UH) and Detention Health Care Services (DHCS) policies and procedures. Demonstrates behaviors consistent with UH mission, vision and values. Promotes excellent internal and external customer relations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Experience in correctional health care, psychiatric nursing, or nursing in an emergency environment is preferred. Prior knowledge or experience within the University Health nursing services and/or certification as a Certified Correctional Health Care Provider (CCHP) is also preferred.

LICENSURE

Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must also maintain current CPR certification.

Description

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women’s services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center.

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Westover Hills provides specialized care and treatment for patients who are critically ill or injured. Our goal is to provide the highest level of care and support in an environment specifically designed for patients in serious or life-threatening medical circumstances. The ICU isa special area used for patients in critical condition and in need of 24-hour supervision.

Summary:

The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

Responsibilities:

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
- Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.
- Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
- Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
- Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred

Experience

- 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

- BLS required
- RN License in state of employment or compact

Position Requirements:

Experience:

Education:

- All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
- New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and a Critical Care Department-specific competency validation.
- All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program’s tracking software.
- Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations:

- Current PALS certification at time of hire for experienced RNs or completion by the end of the clinical orientation period for new graduate nurses and maintain certification thereafter for ICU units that are exclusively pediatric, or as needed by facility requirements.
- Current ACLS certification at time of hire for experienced RNs or completion by the end of the clinical orientation period for new graduate nurses and maintain certification thereafter.

Credential Grace Periods:

If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level.

- Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate.
- Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty.

Credential Grace Periods for
Experienced Associates

Grace Periods for
New Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the Specialty

Basic Life Support (BLS) No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire.
Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire.
Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire.
Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire.
AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire.
STABLE (Neonatal Education) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire.

Work Schedule:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Full Time

Description

Summary:

Directs the operation of clinical programs and promotes quality services for the community and patients.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

- Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Health Care Administration or Business Administration required
- Master's degree in Nursing, Health Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, or related advanced degree in health related field preferred.

Experience

- Minimum of 3-5 years clinical patient care experience in a relevant setting
- Minimum of five (3) years of healthcare management experience

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

- Current Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license required

Work Type:

Full Time

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POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiographic diagnosis. Performs radiologic procedures within the professional parameters established in registry requirements and policy and procedures specifications of the Health System. Assumes responsibility for assigned duties promptly and efficiently. Complies with instructions from supervisor to whom responsible. Contributes to the overall success of the Radiology team. Maintains a good working relationship with co-workers and other University Health System employees, patients and guests.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, or eligibility to take the registry with one year grace period for new graduates from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology. Texas Department of Health (MRT) Certification or a temporary Certification (TMRT) is required. Must also have current Certified BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) from the American Heart Association.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiographic diagnosis. Performs radiologic procedures within the professional parameters established in registry requirements and policy and procedures specifications of the Health System. Assumes responsibility for assigned duties promptly and efficiently. Complies with instructions from supervisor to whom responsible. Contributes to the overall success of the Radiology team. Maintains a good working relationship with co-workers and other University Health System employees, patients and guests.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, or eligibility to take the registry with one year grace period for new graduates from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology. Texas Department of Health (MRT) Certification or a temporary Certification (TMRT) is required. Must also have current Certified BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) from the American Heart Association.

University Health offers comprehensive care for kidney diseases throughout South, Texas. Our Dialysis Department is looking for an experienced Dialysis Registered Nurse to join their team of caring professionals as a Nurse Educator to help educate, train and mentor new hires for the assigned area. 
Come be a part of an organization that gives back to its community by providing top quality care and invests in its people. 
We offer:
Low Cost Medical Insurance that includes Vision
Dental Plans
RN Student Loan Repayment
Up to $800 a year for continuing education reimbursement
Generous PTO accrual
Career Growth
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Serves as a clinical expert, educator, and mentor for assigned area. Functions in a team environment to provide support to clinical practice.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
BSN is required. A national certification is preferred. Minimum of two years of full-time nursing experience required in Dialysis, five years preferred. Demonstration of experience in curriculum development and implementation of adult learning principles is required.
LICENSURE
State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse is required. Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card is required.

University Health offers comprehensive care for kidney diseases throughout South, Texas. Our Dialysis Department is looking for an experienced Dialysis Registered Nurse to join their team of caring professionals as a Nurse Educator to help educate, train and mentor new hires for the assigned area. 
Come be a part of an organization that gives back to its community by providing top quality care and invests in its people. 
We offer:
Low Cost Medical Insurance that includes Vision
Dental Plans
RN Student Loan Repayment
Up to $800 a year for continuing education reimbursement
Generous PTO accrual
Career Growth
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Serves as a clinical expert, educator, and mentor for assigned area. Functions in a team environment to provide support to clinical practice.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
BSN is required. A national certification is preferred. Minimum of two years of full-time nursing experience required in Dialysis, five years preferred. Demonstration of experience in curriculum development and implementation of adult learning principles is required.
LICENSURE
State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse is required. Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card is required.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides professional level skills required in the clinical practice of mental health counseling and crisis intervention, affording direct services to individuals housed in the adult detention center. Screens and identifies inmates who are mentally ill, have substance use issues, and/or may be at risk for suicide and make the appropriate referral for further assessment. Works as a therapeutic agent as a member of a multidisciplinary team to provide evaluation, treatment planning and service coordination for those in adult detention. Counsels and assists patients with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or hinder the patient from receiving maximum benefits from medical care. Actively supports the policies and procedures of the University Health.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Master's degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education is required. One year post master's degree experience in a health care setting is preferred.
LICENSURE
Current state licensure from the Texas State Board of Social Workers Examiners is required. Current CPR certification as a BLS HealthCare Provider is also required. Certification as a Correctional Health Care Professional is preferred when eligible.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides comprehensive family health care to a population that has multiple health care needs in the University Health network of community-based ambulatory care centers.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Must have completed training in an ACGME approved and accredited residency program. Completion of residency program from the time of graduation from medical school in excess of the traditional time period for the practice specialty must be fully explained in writing. All incumbents will be expected to be board certified in their specialty or be eligible for board certification. Must obtain board certification in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws.

LICENSURE
Must possess current license to practice medicine in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws. Providers practicing in acute care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced specialty equivalent as defined by the UMA Credentials Committee within 90 days of hire. Must maintain DEA number. Must follow rules/regulations as set forth by the Texas Medical Board Medical Practice Act.