Jobs in Macdona Texas

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.

University Hospital serves as the primary teaching facility for UT Health and is a Level I Trauma Center.

Why should you work for University Health?

Most up-to-date advancements in nursing

Level I Trauma Center

Teaching Hospital

Nurse Residency Program

RN Student Loan Repayment Program

Nationally certified nursing staff

Regionally, nationally and internationally recognized

Why Should You Apply?

- We offer exceptional pay and opportunities for advancement.

- Continuing Education

- Gym membership discount

- Comprehensive benefits package including pet insurance

Requirements:

- BSN highly preferred

- Current RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing

- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises and coordinates the operation and performance of the diagnostic area of Radiology in coordination with the professional staff, Chief Radiologist, Chief Technologist, Assistant Director and/or Director of Radiology. Performs administrative and patient care duties and ensures the prompt and efficient performance of all procedures. Keeps abreast of new technical and theoretical concepts and disseminates departmental information. Supports University Health’s policies, values and guest relations initiatives at all times.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Certification by the Texas Department of Health (MRT) is mandatory. Current BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) from the American Heart Association is mandatory. Three years supervisory experience in a radiology department is required. Three years of managerial experience is preferred.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as member of health care team that provides specialized health care including preventive care and on-going health maintenance for selected groups of patients. Functions in a variety of settings ranging from ambulatory to inpatient. Participates in the care of well, acutely ill and chronically ill patients.

EDUCATION

A Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an accredited post basic or advanced educational program of study acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners. A Master’s degree in nursing is preferred. Must be a participating Medicare provider or eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number. Three years of nursing experience is required and two years of advanced practice is preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Texas and credentialed by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental staff bylaws. Prescriptive authority is required. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Certification by a national nursing body is required.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises and coordinates the operation and performance of the diagnostic area of Radiology in coordination with the professional staff, Chief Radiologist, Chief Technologist, Assistant Director and/or Director of Radiology. Performs administrative and patient care duties and ensures the prompt and efficient performance of all procedures. Keeps abreast of new technical and theoretical concepts and disseminates departmental information. Supports University Health’s policies, values and guest relations initiatives at all times.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Certification by the Texas Department of Health (MRT) is mandatory. Current BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED) from the American Heart Association is mandatory. Three years supervisory experience in a radiology department is required. Three years of managerial experience is preferred.

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

Serves as member of health care team that provides specialized health care including preventive care and on-going health maintenance for selected groups of patients. Functions in a variety of settings ranging from ambulatory to inpatient. Participates in the care of well, acutely ill and chronically ill patients.

EDUCATION

A Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an accredited post basic or advanced educational program of study acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners. A Master’s degree in nursing is preferred. Must be a participating Medicare provider or eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number. Three years of nursing experience is required and two years of advanced practice is preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Texas and credentialed by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental staff bylaws. Prescriptive authority is required. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Certification by a national nursing body is required.

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as member of health care team that provides specialized health care including preventive care and on-going health maintenance for selected groups of patients. Functions in a variety of settings ranging from ambulatory to inpatient. Participates in the care of well, acutely ill and chronically ill patients.

EDUCATION

A Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an accredited post basic or advanced educational program of study acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners. A Master’s degree in nursing is preferred. Must be a participating Medicare provider or eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number. Three years of nursing experience is required and two years of advanced practice is preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Texas and credentialed by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental staff bylaws. Prescriptive authority is required. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Certification by a national nursing body is required.

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- Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm full time schedule
- 12 - 18 patients per day average, adults only
- Outpatient setting
- Hospital privileges required
- Board certification required
- Paid malpractice insurance; pre-paid travel and housing expenses
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- Competitive compensation
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Description

Summary:

Under supervision, the incumbent of this position provides professional nursing care to clinic patients. Works collaboratively with the providers within the team setting to facilitate quality care for the patient.

Responsibilities:

• Performs general nursing care to patients. Administers treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patients' condition and reaction to drugs or treatments to providers.
• Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Maintains timely flow of patients.
• Greets patients and obtains well-documented history and vitals. Prepares patients for physical exam. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
• May perform the following tasks in accordance with established procedures and as prescribed by applicable licensure/certification:
• Obtain/record vital signs; perform initial assessment on patient; coordinate patient transfer to hospital and/or discharge; give telephone orders; accept telephone test results; perform telephone triage; call in provider approved prescription refills; specimen collection including stool and urine midstream; catheterize patient; indwelling catheter urine collection; obtain throat culture; pregnancy testing; administer urine dip; obtain wound culture; perform snellen vision screening; eye injury management; administer optic/otic meds; assist with lumbar punctures; sputum collection; occult blood testing; assist with vaginal exam; teach crutch/cane walking; teach use of walker; apply Velcro splint; assist with plaster splint; apply moist heat and/or cold packs; administer enema; remove fecal impaction; administer oxygen; teach respiratory hygiene; administer chest physiotherapy; perform oral suction and/or infant suction bulb; wound care; apply sterile dressing; assist with circumcision; perform umbilical care; apply colloidal dressing; open sterile tray; apply topical medications; administer rectal and/or vaginal medications; give oral medications; and, give sublingual medications to adults and/or pediatric patients.
• May perform the following tasks only if appropriate training has been obtained:
• Blood collection by lancet; pulse oximetry; incentive Spirometry; suture and/or staple removal; ear irrigation; administer breathing treatment; give allergy/insulin/immunization medications to adult and/or pediatric patients; give intramuscular and/or subcutaneous injections to adult and/or pediatric patients; give injections Z track to adult patients.
• May perform the following tasks after providing verification of completion of special training:
• Blood collection venipuncture; audiometry exam; titmus vision screening; EKG; administer electrical stimulation; assist/process biopsies; draw blood from portocath; assist endoscopy, start saline lock or IV fluids and monitor IV fluids.
• May administer IV push medications and/or add medications to IV only after completion of special training and only under direct supervision of licensed practitioner.
• May make arrangements for patient testing and admissions.
• May be required to have a working knowledge of ICD9, CPT and HCPCS coding and managed care.
• Responds to incoming telephone calls and (per provider instructions) calls in refills and prescriptions to pharmacy.
• Per provider and/or established protocol, instructs patients and/or family with regard to medication and treatment and documents the same.
• Formulates and updates patient care plans. Orders, prepares, and inspects patient charts. Posts tests and examination results. Reviews patient's tests and examination results with provider; documents instructions and notifies patient.
• Maintains patient files, records and other information in a professional manner following policies and procedures regarding documentation.
• Ensures preparation of exam rooms including re-stocking of treatment areas.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional licensure and affiliations.
• Follows the CHRISTUS Physician Group guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission.
• Maintains established CHRISTUS Physician Group policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
• Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission and Code of Ethics and supportive of CHRISTUS Physician Group's cultural diversity objectives.
• Supports and adheres to CPG Service Guarantee.
• Performs other related work as required.

Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing or vocational nursing
• LVN License in state of employment or compact
• BLS

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time

Description

Summary:

Provides general nursing care to patients in an outpatient care site.

Responsibilities:

The LVN will provide ambulatory nursing care which includes the assessment and implementation of an appropriate nursing care plan compatible with the physician's overall therapeutic goals. This individual will include the physical, psychological and social dimensions unique to each patient as nursing care is given in a community oriented primary care center.

Requirements:

Education/Skills:

• Graduate from an accredited school of vocational nursing.

Experience:

• Two to three years of experience in a doctor's office or other ambulatory health care setting preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

• Current Texas State LVN license.
• BLS required.
• CPR - (American Heart Association).

Work Schedule:

8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday

Work Type:

Full Time