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Summary:
The Radiology Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The Technologist will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.
Responsibilities:
* Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
* Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
* Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
* Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
* Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
* Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
* Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
* Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
* Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager's license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
* Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
* Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
* Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
* Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel;
does appropriate follow-up.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
* Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
* 1 year of experience in a hospital preferred
* Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
* Radiography (R) by ARRT is required
* State Licensure required
* Texas: MRT by TMB
* Louisiana: LRT (R) or (F) by LSRTBE
* New Mexico: RRT by MIRTP NMED
* BLS required
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
Summary:
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The technologists will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Observe radiation, personnel, and patient safety measures. Maintains radiation safety protocol while handling radionuclides and pharmaceuticals used in the department. Completes daily logs and periodic tests performed as required by the license. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.
Responsibilities:
* Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
* Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
* Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
* Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
* Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
* Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
* Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
* Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
* Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager's license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
* Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
* Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
* Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
* Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel;
does appropriate follow-up.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
* Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
* 1 year of experience in a clinical nuclear medicine setting preferred
* Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
* Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) by ARRT or NMTCB required
* State Licensure required
* Texas: MRT by TMB
* Louisiana: LRT (N) or (F) by LSRTBE
* New Mexico: NMT by MIRTP NMED
* BLS required
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Summary:
Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.
Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Include, but are not limited to:
Emergency (Code Blue and White) response;
Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning;
Delivery of aerosolized drugs;
Ventilator management (i.E. setup and operation);
Oral hygiene;
Airway retaining device placement and maintenance;
Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices;
Oxygen deliverydevices and therapeutic monitoring;
Chest film analysis;
Bloodgas collection and analysis;
EKG analysis;
Accurate and complete documentation;
Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary;
Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader
Advanced practice skills may include:
Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2;
Pulmonary Function Testing;
Bronchoscopy assist;
Hemodynamic Monitoring;
Waveform analysis;
Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies);
Polysomnography;
Transport duties.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
See licensure and/or certification requirements
Experience
1 - 3 years of experience preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
RT or RCP License in state of employment required
BLS required
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required
In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Summary:
This Job performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating, and reporting of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment, assisting in the development of new procedures and protocols, may perform phlebotomy and other patient-oriented tasks, and may perform other related duties as requested or directed.
Responsibilities:
* Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
* Performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures in the primary section to which assigned about age or sex specific values.
* Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment and makes minor repairs as necessary or notifies Bio-med as needed.
* Must cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed.
* Assures that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed.
* Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures.
* Utilizes the Laboratory Information System.
* Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained.
* Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required).
* Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols.
* Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
* Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
* Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.
* Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
* Bachelor's Degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (includes U.S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks)
OR
* Education that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology.
Experience
* No experience required for graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS. OR
* One year of approved clinical laboratory experience, which must include a clinical rotation through the following sections of the laboratory: Blood Banking, Microbiology, Chemistry, and Hematology, Immunology, and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S. or with an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
* Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS
* If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current
* Louisiana requires State Licensure
* New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded)
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
He/she ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner, consistent with the unit's standards of care.
He/she demonstrates performance consistent with the mission, philosophy and goals of the unit and organization.
Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice.
Treats staff, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect.
Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms and psychosocial needs.
Re-assesses patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require intervention.
Develops and implements a measurable individualized plan of care for the patient within the time frame established by Nursing Standards of Care.
Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcome; modifies the plan of care based upon the evaluations.
Participates in patient/significant other health education and discharge planning.
Implements and documents timely interventions appropriate to patient needs.
Evaluates the plan of care.
Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.
Staff Responsibilities: Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes.
Delegates unit work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care support activities.
Coordinates team assignments and makes adjustments based upon patient and unit needs; follows up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.
Utilizes the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
Participates in orientation of new staff/students on the unit.
Functions as a resource to visitors, physicians and staff; greeting them promptly and courteously.
Promotes a positive work environment as evidenced by demonstrating a professional, supportive attitude for the unit staff.
Being receptive and responsive to new ideas.
Participates in the unit's growth and development through various mechanisms to improve organizational performance.
Collaborates by working with others to achieve unit and organizational goals.
Job Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing Current knowledge and skills appropriate to age/type of patient population served Knowledgeable and sensitive to patients' rights in the delivery of care Communicates in a clear concise manner appropriate to the developmental age of patient.
Experience All newly hired nurses with two or less years of experience as a Registered Nurse will be hired in at a CN I status.
A new hire can be considered for a higher clinical ladder level (level II and III only) based on years of relevant experience to the clinical area, national professional nursing certification, achievement of additional nursing education (B.S.N.
and MSN).
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current New Mexico RN license or current Compact state license.
BLS Certification required or within 2 weeks of hire date.
All other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
If nurse has the required certifications at time of hire, they must maintain the certifications and will not have a grace period to renew.
In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time
Summary:
Provides technical support to the operations of patient care services through performance of scheduling, staffing, and report development and special projects related to staffing and scheduling.
Responsibilities:
- Assists managers to provide an adequate staff of nursing personnel for all shifts through the development, preparation, and maintenance of staffing schedules that meet hospital needs and apply to variable census conditions.
- Refers to established unit staffing patterns to determine minimum staffing requirements for each nursing classification and work status for each unit based on 24-hour coverage.
- Maintains current personnel phone lists.
- In cooperation with nursing Managers and using the established nursing staffing system, assists in daily staffing of units by assigning personnel, calling replacements, and communicating staffing issues, including projecting weekend needs.
- Schedules and posts calendars containing information important to float per diem nursing personnel.
- Enters changes to current and future schedules promptly.
- Assists in development and implementation of projects for patient care services division.
- Maintains staffing, scheduling and related use.
- Assists in accurate recording of payroll data for per diem personnel.
Requirements:
Education:
- High school graduate or equivalent required. One year post high school courses in business preferred.
Experience:
- Experience in the health care field especially hospital experience preferred.
- Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening) skills. Multi-line telephone skills. Demonstrates ability in technical and analytical functions, knowledge of computer applications preferred.
Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:
- N/A
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
Summary:
The Clinic Manager is responsible for the overall operations, performance and success of a CSVCG Clinic. This includes day-to-day operations of the clinic. Works closely with leadership to develop, implement, and maintain programs that enhance quality of care and achieve a high level of patient and provider satisfaction as well as meeting budgeted financial clinic performance. Manages subordinate personnel, prepares clinic budget, ensures data accuracy, prepares financial analyses, handles customer service issues and maintains provider/staff communications. Works closely with clinic providers, other clinic managers, and CSVCG leadership in establishing clinic operating policies and procedures. Assists in the development and implementation of CSVCG and CSVRMC policies and procedures to ensure they are in compliance with State and Federal Regulations, TJC Standards, and the CSVCG and CSVRMC mission statements. Maintains an effective ongoing training program for all clinic staff.
A Level II Clinic is a moderate complexity clinic involving a three to six providers, patient visits, revenues, and six to 10 FTE’s.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for selecting and hiring individuals possessing appropriate credentials and who demonstrate experience, initiative, innovation, self-direction and enthusiasm for their respective roles.
- Creates an environment of clear responsibility, authority, autonomy and accountability that energizes and encourages the staff to perform at their personal best.
- Supervises and directs all staff to ensure the clinic operates in an efficient manner and that the patients receive high quality customer service
- Focuses on establishing stability and reducing variance in the operations of all departmental functions.
- Sponsors interdisciplinary collaboration through personally demonstrated attributes of leadership. Effectively uses a cross-functional team approach to enhance results.
- Responsible for the viability of all services as planned and allocated during the budgetary process. Responds appropriately to cost reduction opportunities. Monitors utilization of services and seeks opportunities to appropriately expand or reduce service levels while maintaining quality and meeting needs of the community.
- Effectively identifies and implements continuous clinical and operations improvement initiatives.
- Develops outcome parameters to assess operational effectiveness in all areas of responsibility.
- Responsible for identifying and providing opportunities for staff development and education. Ensures that department orientation and ongoing competencies are completed and documented.
- Maintains on-site Medical Records administration and ensuring that all state and federal regulations governing the release of information is followed.
- Improves patient, physician, staff, and administration satisfaction with the quality of management in the functions under the supervision of the Operations or Service Line Director or designee.
- Coordinates TJC activities for assigned areas. Completes performance evaluations on time and updates policies and procedures as needed.
- Consistently meets negotiated timeframes.
- Completes various special projects, which may require acquiring, reviewing and analyzing information, identifying problems, recommending solutions and writing reports.
- Directs all in-clinic billing and collecting procedures, to include appropriate coding and ensuring that staff are trained and educated in all government, national, and medical coding and billing regulations. Acts as liaison with revenue cycle contractor.
- Monitors delivery of patient services to include reviewing physician activity data and forecast and prepare for all changes needed or impacted by patient load, billing/collecting procedures, and government regulations and policies.
- Manages space planning, renovation, and all allocation.
- Reviews internal policies and procedures and update as needed.
- Create, track and manage to goals, including recognizing and communicating variances in key performance indicators to staff, physicians, and leadership.
- Monitors delivery of patient services and plan for space allocation.
- Order clinical equipment and supplies to fill patient needs and meet financial concerns.
Requirements:
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Clinical Degree is required. Clinic Management experience will be considered in lieu of Degree.
Experience :
- Four years of experience in diversified positions within a medical practice or inpatient or outpatient facility with at least one year supervisory experience; or three years supervisory experience in an inpatient hospital unit. One year of experience as a CSVMG Assistant Manager may substitute for required experience.
- Able to proceed on own initiative using independent judgment and discretion
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, leadership and organizational skills, and interpersonal and time management skills.
- Possess knowledge of budgets and budget process including mathematical and accounting skills, able to make sound financial decisions, and able to use a calculator
- Knowledgeable of CPT/ICD-10 coding procedures and familiar with Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance billing procedures
- Familiar with policies and procedures of the CHRISTUS St Vincent and CHRISTUS St Vincent Clinician Group
- Possesses working knowledge of common computer technology, including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphics software in order to prepare publications, reports, and business correspondence
- Knowledgeable of office management and administrative procedures
- Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with physicians, mid-level providers, and leadership
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, lead and direct the work of others, and perform a wide variety of tasks
- A wide degree of creativity, latitude and autonomy is expected.
Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:
- For an RN Candidate: Current NM RN License and BLS Certification required. Certification for Medical Office Manager (CMOM) preferred.
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
Summary:
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The MRI Technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The Technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The incumbent must be able to provide basic MRI screening of patients and employees, prepare maintenance and repairs, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to MRI safety. The Technologist will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
- Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
- Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
- Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
- Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
- Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager’s license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
- Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
- Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
- Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
- Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
- 1 year of experience in a hospital or Clinical setting preferred
- Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) from ARRT or ARMRIT is required within 1 year of hire
- State Licensure required if in New Mexico
- MRT by MIRTP NMED
- BLS required
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Summary:
Implements specific treatments and exercise programs for individual patients under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. Treats the impact of illness, injury, developmental or psychological impairments of the patient in the performance areas of Activities of Daily Living including; range-of-motion, grooming & hygiene, eating, dressing, toileting, driving, cooking, or working. Is responsible for assisting the patient to regain, develop, and learn skills to enable them to achieve optimal independence, reduce joint strain, prevent further joint damage and conserve energy.
Responsibilities:
- Carries out a program of activities and treatment interventions for assigned patients. Administers treatment & modalities to assist the patient in reaching his/her maximum rehabilitation potential through the use of ADL activities, splinting, ROM, endurance building, strengthening exercises, cognitive retraining, coordination & dexterity training. Has knowledge of indications and contraindications. Notifies the OT if treatment ordered is not indicated or modification is required.
- Communicates the treatment plan with the patient, his/her family and other healthcare workers as appropriate.
- Maintains contact with the OT regarding patient progress and participates in team/family conferences.
- Applies appropriate treatments or modalities such as; therapeutic exercises, hot moist packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, paraffin, soft tissue mobilization, balance training and functional mobility training. Checking frequently with patient for tolerance of modality given.
- Acquisitions appropriate equipment, checks equipment being used for safety, and communicates the use of the specific equipment to patient and family.
- Creates home programs for patients whenever indicated. Explains the program to patient, asking for return demonstrations and trains the family if necessary.
- Maintains records of all patient treatments as required, information must include but is not limited to, subjective & objective information, assessment and plan for each treatment given or recommended. Completes appropriate documentation for a specific area in which the therapy is provided. Completes the FIM documentation as required.
- Promotes the team approach to delivery of rehabilitation services, while serving as a representative in the field of Occupational Therapy.
- In collaboration with the rehabilitation team, develops and implements measures for quality assurance and participates in performance improvement activities.
- Maintains professional competence through continuing education and participation in appropriate professional groups. Obtains professional continuing education requirements to maintain licensure.
- Ensures charges correlate with treatment session documentation and length of time in therapy.
- Maintains productivity standards.
Requirements:
Education:
- Associates degree from an Occupational Therapist Assistant Program.
Experience:
- One year Occupational Therapy preferred.
- Demonstrates accountability and skills in assessment/evaluation, decision making and time management. Should have strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills.
Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:
- Current State of New Mexico COTA licensure
- BLS Required.
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Description Summary:The Registered Nurse Lactation Counselor provides expert lactation support and education to breastfeeding mothers and infants, utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care.
This role involves providing in-person consultations, telephone follow-ups, and outpatient services to address lactation challenges, enhance breastfeeding success, and ensure mothers and infants receive optimal care.
The Lactation consultant works closely with lactation counselors, physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care, provide education, and ensure continuity of lactation support after discharge.
The role also includes patient education, staff training, and promotion of lactation resources.Responsibilities:Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Patient Education and Counseling: Educate mothers and families about proper breastfeeding techniques, infant feeding cues, and the benefits of breastfeeding.
Develop and implement personalized care plans that support breastfeeding success.
Provide emotional support and encouragement to empower families to meet their breastfeeding goals.
Document all interactions, assessments, and care provided in accordance with hospital policies and patient privacy regulations.
Offer timely and responsive assistance to mothers requiring follow-up care, ensuring they feel supported in their breastfeeding journey.
Collaboration and Coordination of Care: Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to ensure seamless continuity of care for breastfeeding families.
Communicate and coordinate effectively with hospital staff to ensure lactation needs are addressed during hospital stays and post-discharge.
Follow up with patients to monitor progress, address any concerns, and adjust care plans as needed.
Outpatient Lactation Support: Provide individualized lactation support to mothers and infants through outpatient follow-up, including in-person visits and telephone consultations.
Assess breastfeeding techniques, infant latch, milk supply, and overall breastfeeding goals.
Address common lactation challenges, including sore nipples, low milk supply, latch issues, and breastfeeding pain, using evidence-based strategies.
Provide guidance and support for mothers and infants experiencing more complex issues.
Training and Education for Staff: Assist in the training and education of hospital staff, including nurses and other healthcare providers, to ensure accurate and consistent lactation information is provided to patients.
Promote best practices in lactation care across the hospital through in-service training and educational resources.
Program Development and Improvement: Contribute to the development and improvement of lactation services, ensuring they align with current evidence-based guidelines.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and audits to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Additional Responsibilities: Carries out other duties as assigned.Job Requirements:Education/Skills Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field preferred Experience In hospital experience preferred Outpatient follow-up care experience preferred In-depth knowledge of lactation practices, breastfeeding management, and maternal-infant health required Must have strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills to address patient needs effectively Excellent communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills required Must be able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and support diverse patient populations Strong organizational and documentation skills needed Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN License in the state of employment or compact required IBCLC (International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant) certification required BLS (Basic Life Support) required.In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification, and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.Work Schedule:MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLEWork Type:Full Time
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America. You will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.
If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.
As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO), you will be part of our 60,000+ workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nations economic prosperity. Being a CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.
Typical assignments include:
- Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.
- Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.
- Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.
- Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.
- Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.
Duty Locations Incentives available for some locations
You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations: (list truncated for brevity include full list in production)
The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future; however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty location in another geographic location within the United States.
Salary and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives and Benefits
Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows:
GS-9: $61,111 - $124,443 per year
Note: A fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary.
Officers are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, generous annual and sick leave, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan.
LOCATION INCENTIVES: If you accept one of the duty locations listed below, you may be eligible to receive an additional 15%-25% of your salary each year for the first three (3) years of employment in addition to any overtime pay. Some locations may offer 25% for four (4) years.
Duty locations offering 25% recruitment incentives: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, and Tecate, CA; Key West, FL; etc.
Duty locations offering 15% recruitment incentives: Honolulu, HI; Portal, ND; etc.
Duty location offering 10% recruitment incentives: Calexico, CA
Qualifications:
You qualify for the GS-9 grade level in one of the following ways: experience, education, or a combination of both.
Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes:
- Detaining suspected violators of federal, state, or local laws and/or arresting violators using the proper law enforcement methods.
- Enforcing laws and regulations relating to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping.
- Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis to identify potential threats.
- Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity.
Education Substitution: A master's (or higher) degree or an LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited college or university; OR
Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized experience AND successfully completed graduate-level education.
Other Requirements:
- Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Residency: Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years.
- Age Restriction: Must be referred before your 40th birthday (some exceptions apply).
- Veterans Preference: Eligible veterans may qualify for excepted service appointment.
Formal Training: Includes two-week orientation and 101-day academy at FLETC in Glynco, GA. Spanish training may be required for certain locations.
How to Apply:
Click the Apply button on this site. Youll be directed to the CBP Talent Network page. Select "Customs and Border Protection Officer" as your Position of Interest. Youll receive a link to the official job posting on USAJOBS to complete your application. Be sure to follow all instructions.
As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, youll receive monthly emails with updates and opportunities.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries- Government & Military
We are looking for remote participants to review financial advice related to budgeting, saving money, and improving spending habits.
In this role you will explore different strategies people use to manage their finances and identify which ideas are the most helpful in real life.
Tasks include reviewing simple financial tips, evaluating money-saving strategies, and providing feedback on budgeting approaches.
The role is remote and open to anyone with an interest in personal finance or household budgeting.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Check out these higher-salaried federal law enforcement opportunities with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Your current or prior law enforcement experience may qualify you for this career opportunity with the nation's premier federal agency charged with securing our borders and protecting our country.
You may qualify for these higher-graded Border Patrol Agent (BPA) opportunities if you have current or prior law enforcement experience, including military police or local/state law enforcement.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments may include the Southwest Border. U.S. Border Patrol determines assignments based on operational needs, which may not align with your preferences. Relocation may be required.
EARN UP TO $30,000 IN RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES: Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents will receive a $20,000 incentive $10,000 after completing academy training and $10,000 after fulfilling a 3-year agreement. An extra $10,000 is available for prioritized locations (Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer, Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ).
The U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) offers a career with camaraderie, pride, purpose, and the mission of protecting America.
If youre looking for an exciting, well-compensated federal law enforcement career, apply now. U.S. Customs and Border Protection is hiring full-time Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) positions.
Salary and Benefits
Base Salary: GL-9/GS-11: $63,148 $120,145 per year
Locality Pay: Varies by duty location
Overtime: Up to 25% additional pay
This is a career ladder position progressing from GL-9 to GS-11 to GS-12. You may be promoted after 52 weeks at each level without reapplying.
Benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and the Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a traditional or Roth 401(k)).
Duties and Responsibilities
As a BPA, you help protect the U.S. by securing borders, stopping illegal activity, and supporting economic stability.
Typical assignments include:
- Questioning individuals and inspecting documents and property
- Apprehending undocumented individuals or smugglers using covert surveillance and infrared scopes
- Tracking and interpreting signs of illegal entry
- Performing farm, traffic, building, city, and transport checks
- Patrolling using vehicles, horses, boats, ATVs, snowmobiles, or motorcycles
Qualifications
GL-9: One year of specialized experience at the next lower level, including:
- Searching detained persons, vehicles, and surroundings
- Apprehending or restraining suspects in violation of law
- Using firearms, writing reports, serving warrants, and gathering case evidence
GS-11: One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade, including:
- Using intelligence to monitor criminal threats and operations
- Leading fraud or contraband investigations
- Apprehending violators using surveillance and detection tech
There is no education substitution for GL-9 or GS-11 positions.
Other Requirements
- Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Residency: Must have lived primarily in the U.S. for 3 of the last 5 years
- Age: Must be referred before turning 40 (exceptions for federal or veteran law enforcement)
- Veterans: May qualify under Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA)
Formal Training: After hiring, agents attend the U.S. Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, NM for 6 months of instruction in immigration law, firearms, defensive tactics, Spanish, and more.
How to Apply
Click the Apply button on this page. You will be redirected to the CBP Talent Network. Select "Border Patrol Agent" and complete the pre-screening questions.
You will receive a link to the BPA Job Opening Announcements on USAJOBS. Follow all instructions and submit all required materials (resume, transcripts, etc.). Youll be evaluated based on your application and the BPA Entrance Exam.
If you have questions, contact a recruiter: /s/usbp
NOTE: Subscribers to the CBP Talent Network will receive monthly updates on webinars, expos, and job opportunities.
RequiredPreferredJob Industries- Government & Military
Summary:
The Radiology Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The Technologist will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
- Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
- Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
- Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
- Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
- Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager’s license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
- Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
- Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
- Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
- Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
- 1 year of experience in a hospital preferred
- Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Radiography (R) by ARRT is required
- State Licensure required
- Texas: MRT by TMB
- Louisiana: LRT (R) or (F) by LSRTBE
- New Mexico: RRT by MIRTP NMED
- BLS required
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
Summary:
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The MRI Technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The Technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The incumbent must be able to provide basic MRI screening of patients and employees, prepare maintenance and repairs, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to MRI safety. The Technologist will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
- Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
- Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
- Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
- Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
- Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager’s license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
- Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
- Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
- Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
- Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
- 1 year of experience in a hospital or Clinical setting preferred
- Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) from ARRT or ARMRIT is required within 1 year of hire
- State Licensure required if in New Mexico
- MRT by MIRTP NMED
- BLS required
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Part Time
Summary:
The Radiology Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The Technologist will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
- Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
- Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
- Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
- Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
- Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager’s license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
- Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
- Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
- Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
- Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
- 1 year of experience in a hospital preferred
- Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Radiography (R) by ARRT is required
- State Licensure required
- Texas: MRT by TMB
- Louisiana: LRT (R) or (F) by LSRTBE
- New Mexico: RRT by MIRTP NMED
- BLS required
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Summary:
The Informatics Specialist is responsible for assisting in the operation and administration of clinical information systems, collaborating with clinical and technical associates to enhance workflow methodology and tools. The Informatics Specialist maintains an end-user centric focus when contributing to the system; this includes collaborating with the clinical informaticist to test, document, educate, evaluate, implement, and optimize activities to enhance technology adoption and efficiencies that improve workflow and patient safety. This position is exempt.
Responsibilities:
Collaborates with Clinical Informatics colleagues across the enterprise to drive strategic goals and vision for the department and CHRISTUS Health
Collaborates with customers to enhance their work methodologies and tools; maintaining a customer-centric, technical knowledge and focus when contributing to the testing, documentation and implementation activities of the assigned software
Assesses end users for maximization, efficient, and effective use of the electronic medical record and/ other systems
Provides ongoing end user system support with all upgrades, new releases, and enhanced functionality
Fosters relationships with ministry leadership and departments such as Information Services, Quality, Case Management, Revenue Cycle, and Finance to ensure effective communication, to meet business and financial requirements
Provides end-user support to clinicians, using critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with other people, both individually and in groups
Assists in reporting any identified EHR compliance issues/concerns at the Ministry level and escalates utilizing proper chain of command
Works under minimal supervision
Elevates questions, problems and significant challenges to more senior team members for direction or subject matter expertise on new or unprecedented assignments
Requires minimal instruction on day-to-day work and detailed instructions on new assignments
Escalates operational problems and technical issues to senior team members and management
Makes decisions regarding own work on primarily routine cases
Perform other duties and special projects as requested
Requirements:
Education/Skills
Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred – or - Associate's degree with Informatics related experience
Strong knowledge of clinical information systems, clinical informatics, data management and administration
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Excellent verbal and written skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Experience
~ Preferred 1-3 years previous informatics experience or equivalent
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
~ Valid Texas Driver's License
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
Summary:
Performs diagnostic echocardiograms on adults and pediatric patients.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Performs technically proficient 2D, M-mode and Doppler cardiac exams.
- Coordinates activities with interrelated hospital departments, including scheduling exams, transporting patients, answering the phone and assuring billing information is accurately entered for payment.
- Assists cardiologist while dictating exams by preparing and measuring M-modes and by exchanging any other pertinent information contributing to the diagnosis.
- Acts as go-between to deliver, pick up and distribute dictations in a timely manner.
- Responds to patients’ needs during exam. Reports changes in patient condition to physician or nurse in charge.
- Orders Echo supplies. Keeps rooms clean and neat and supplied as needed.
- Logs patients and exams and files patient records in the department.
- Participates in Performance Improvement activities at the departmental, interdepartmental and hospital-wide levels.
- Shares responsibility for on-call coverage for echo emergency exams done apart from regular working hours as established by department policy.
- Maintains quality control of the equipment operation and quality of examinations performed. Coordinates repair services as needed.
- Keeps current on events/advances in the field of Echocardiography. Seeks advice and mentors with cardiologists regarding new skills and knowledge in the field.
- Assists with other cardiac procedures as needed.
Requirements:
Education/Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent. Two year allied health education program that is patient care related. Allied health occupations include but are not limited to: diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and/or registered nurse preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrates strong organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with others from a variety of disciplines
- Ability to work at a rapid pace under stressful conditions
- Manual dexterity to perform echocardiograms.
Experience
- Two years of actively doing echocardiograms preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- A.R.D.M.S./CCI registered required or registered within 18 months of hire. State of New Mexico Echo Sonographer License. BLS certification issued through American Heart Association within six months of hire.
In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
Summary:
Performs diagnostic echocardiograms on adults and pediatric patients.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Performs technically proficient 2D, M-mode and Doppler cardiac exams.
- Coordinates activities with interrelated hospital departments, including scheduling exams, transporting patients, answering the phone and assuring billing information is accurately entered for payment.
- Assists cardiologist while dictating exams by preparing and measuring M-modes and by exchanging any other pertinent information contributing to the diagnosis.
- Acts as go-between to deliver, pick up and distribute dictations in a timely manner.
- Responds to patients’ needs during exam. Reports changes in patient condition to physician or nurse in charge.
- Orders Echo supplies. Keeps rooms clean and neat and supplied as needed.
- Logs patients and exams and files patient records in the department.
- Participates in Performance Improvement activities at the departmental, interdepartmental and hospital-wide levels.
- Shares responsibility for on-call coverage for echo emergency exams done apart from regular working hours as established by department policy.
- Maintains quality control of the equipment operation and quality of examinations performed. Coordinates repair services as needed.
- Keeps current on events/advances in the field of Echocardiography. Seeks advice and mentors with cardiologists regarding new skills and knowledge in the field.
- Assists with other cardiac procedures as needed.
Requirements:
Education/Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent. Two year allied health education program that is patient care related. Allied health occupations include but are not limited to: diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and/or registered nurse preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively, demonstrates strong organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with others from a variety of disciplines
- Ability to work at a rapid pace under stressful conditions
- Manual dexterity to perform echocardiograms.
Experience
- Two years of actively doing echocardiograms preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- A.R.D.M.S./CCI registered required or registered within 18 months of hire. State of New Mexico Echo Sonographer License. BLS certification issued through American Heart Association within six months of hire.
In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
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
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
