Jobs in Van Buren Ohio

$2,500 Sign On Bonus! PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The primary purpose of this position is to support the licensed staff by giving direct resident care and performing Nurse aide functions such as care for the personal needs and comfort of residents under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, and in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, Birchaven Village policy and procedure, Birchaven Village ethical statement and resident rights, subject to the employee handbook.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to needs of the residents served on his/her neighborhood.

To facilitate the identification and reporting of changes in resident condition or behavior.

Duty 2: Provide direct resident care and room preparation as directed by the nursing staff to address resident needs and safety.

Duty 3: Communicate ordering needs to inventory personnel to restock resident care supplies as needed and provide adequate stock to meet daily resident care needs.

Duty 4: Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Duty 5: Displays service excellence and emulates the standards of behavior as evidenced by practicing the mission, vision, and values of the organization to promote resident satisfaction.

Duty 6: Complies with organizational policies, procedures, and practices to ensure quality job performance and regulatory compliance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Meet the minimum required age of 16 years old Active registry as a State Tested Nurse Aide with the State of Ohio Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to needs of the residents served on his/her neighborhood.

The individual must demonstrate basic knowledge of the principles related to the aging adult and problems associated with aging.

Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the resident status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each residents needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, sitting, lifting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing.

The associate will be required to lift 50 pounds or more.

This position requires individuals to lift work above the shoulder.

The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

Individual must have excellent communication skills to perform daily tasks.
***This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens (HBV, HIV etc.)

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The purpose of the Denials Management Specialist is to review the initial denial notifications for claims that have been received by the insurance but have been partially or fully denied for reimbursement from the provider.

The specialist is expected to identify the root cause of the denial in a timely fashion and appropriately respond to the denial with a response that will result in reimbursement for the covered services that have been provided and prevent any subsequent denials.

The specialist will work with multiple departments, including but not limited to, patient access, provider clinics, clinical departments, managed care, billing, coding, and compliance to resolve any outstanding issues which is preventing payments for covered services.

The denials management specialist will assist in identifying denials trends, research payer policies, understand coding guidelines, and provide assistance in finding resolution to prevent identified denial trends.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Handles the end-to-end denial and appeal process, including the receiving, analyzing, tracking, managing, and/or resolving appeal with third-party payers in a timely manner.

This includes the initial denial and any subsequent denial that comes from an unsuccessful appeal.

Duty 2 Carries out appropriate research and analysis to help with the appeals process and stay informed of best practices and policy changes.

Duty 3: Conducts clear, concise, and professional correspondence with payers and other stakeholders in accordance with organizational processes and expectations.

Duty 4: Promotes interdepartmental coordination for finding a solution and offers suggestions for improvements.

Duty 5: Examines payer remittance advice and determines the cause of loss of reimbursement in line with payer criteria.

Duty 6: Accurately reviews clinical documentation to submit with the appeal that supports the requirements for payment but does not exceed the information necessary for a successful appeal.

Duty 7: Utilizes payer websites research denials, submits information electronically, and follow up on appeals to expedite the payment process.

Duty 8: Posts adjustments to claim balances that fall below the low balance threshold as outlined in the Denials Write-Off Approval Policy.

Duty 9: Relays accurate information to support the appropriate party for A/R reduction and patient satisfaction.

Duty 10: Identifies trends in denials, works to determine the root cause and successful solutions, shares findings with other members of the team to promote systemness in addressing denials.

Duty 11: Participates in daily huddles, idea board meetings, staff meetings, and meeting with external departments for managing daily improvements.

Duty 12: Communicates in a professional manner with patients, representatives from third party payor organizations, provider relations, contract management, other internal customers, and co-workers, etc.

in a manner to achieve revenue cycle department AR goals.

Duty 13: Identifies opportunities for system and process improvement and submit to management.

Duty 14: Ensures that services are provided in accordance with state and federal regulations, organization policy, and compliance requirements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Two (2)+ years in previous patient accounting or billing experience.

High School graduate or GED equivalent.

Understanding of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding concepts.

A CPC or specialty coding certification is required within 12 months of date of hire.

Certified Patient Financial Services Specialist (CPFSS) certification within the first 6 months of hire.

The ability to understand and interpret payer policies and navigate payer websites.

The ability to use the information to effectively develop an appeal that will result in the denial being overturned and receipt of accurate reimbursement.

Follows the requirements for different appeal levels and uses the appropriate forms and method of appeal submission.

An understanding of payer reimbursement methodologies and guidelines such as OPPS, IPPS, NCCI edits, etc.

Ability to navigate provider documentation, test results, medication administration records, provider orders, etc.

to accurately support the appeal process.

An understanding of the requirements for a clean claim, including field requirements, for both the professional (CMS-1500) and the facility (UB-1450) claim types.

Understand the remittance advice, remark codes, reason codes, and other payment information as it relates claims which have a denial posted.

Knowledge of revenue cycle workflows and systems used within the Revenue Cycle such as Cerner, Trisus, Forvis, Quadax, KaiNexus, 3M, Experian, etc.

Ability to compile, analyze and effectively present data and complex information in an informative and meaningful way to a variety of audiences, including leadership.

Ability to effectively present/educate departments within the Revenue Cycle.

Ability to manage complex issues and manage multiple tasks/projects.

Excellent organizational and time management skills; detail oriented and follow through.

Self-directed.

Strong problem-solving, research and analytical skills.

Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills required.

Ability to effectively present and interact with all levels of the organization, including senior leadership.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Denial Management experience College degree in a health-related field Payment posting experience PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting and standing.

The associate will be required to walk for up to one hour a day, sit continuously for six hours a day and stand for one hour a day.

The individual must be able to lift twenty to fifty pounds and reach work above the shoulders.

The individual must have good eye-hand coordination and fine finger dexterity for simple grasping tasks.

The individual must have excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.

The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

The individual must be able to operate a motor vehicle for business travel and community involvement.

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION Performs day-to-day housekeeping activities primarily in patient/visitor/employee occupied areas.

Assures facility is maintained in neat, clean and safe manner.

Complies with federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing this facility, and as may be instructed by the Manager of Environmental Services.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Delivers a clean environment by performing the seven step cleaning method throughout the BVHA’s facilities.

Areas would include but not limited to: patient rooms / patient care areas, surgical suites, offices, and public / common areas.

Does this in compliance with Joint Commission Standards, Federal, State, and Local Regulatory, Infection Control, and EVS policies / procedures.

Duty 2: Responsible to clean and sanitize floors, medical equipment, and bed frames according to established procedures.

May perform special projects as directed (wall washings, hanging cubicle curtains, window washing) Duty 3: Operates various mechanized cleaning equipment i.e.

Kivac portable J-closet, and commercial vacuum cleaners.

Responsible to report any needed repairs immediately to Service Response Center (SRC).

Duty 4: Handles clean and soiled linens retrieving and disposing of in designated locations.

Duty 5: Responsible for disposal of trash, waste, and other disposable materials using standard procedures.

Duty 6: Excellent skills in customer service – ability to listen to customers, clear verbal communication, professionalism, and respect Duty 7: Data entry, basic computer skills, and time management Duty 8: Responsible to respond to identified emergency codes as a first responder.

Duty 9: Inventories, restocks, and replenishes supplies as needed.

Duty 10: Moves furniture, equipment and supplies in a safe and responsible manner utilizing good body mechanics to enhance a safe environment.

Duty 11: Responsible to turn in departmental documentation (Ex: Daily sheets, Monthly time Sheets, Request for Time Off) within Established Time Frames.

Duty 12: Attends and Participates where and when requested in educational activities, in-services, performance process improvement, accreditation process and customer service.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Must be able to read, write and speak English in order to follow oral and written directions and documents, completions or status of assignments.

Knowledge of simple mathematics required for determination of supply usage for reordering.

Inventory of various counts required.

Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Ability to operate Environmental Services equipment High school graduate or GED equivalent.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion walking, lifting, bending, climbing, standing/ walking long periods of time.

Must be able to work at a fast pace.

Must be able to lift, push, pull and move furniture, equipment, supplies and handle infectious/hazardous waste materials in a safe manner.

The individual associate must be able to lift fifty pounds and reach work above the shoulders.

The individual must have good eye-hand coordination and excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.

The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The primary purpose of this position is to plan, coordinate and organize the activities and office of the pain management center.

Assists pain management staff in delivery of optimal patient care.

JOB DUTIES/ RESPONSIBLITIES Duty 1: Accurately identifies a patient, and verifies demographic data.

Duty 2: Retrieves previous information and verifies accuracy.

Duty 3: Accurately receives and transmits information to and from physician’s offices in regards to patients file.

Duty 4: Assures that information on patient records is accurate, complete, and up to date.

Duty 5: Accurately gathers data for scheduling a patient appointment.

Processes all information to proper locations.

Duty 6: Prepares and maintains patient records.

Duty 7: Responds to changes in workload and responsibilities.

Duty 8: Demonstrates excellent telephone etiquette.

Duty 9: Able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Duty 10: Knowledge of all supplies used in the clinic.

Assist with maintaining stock by coordinating courier visits.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Personable demeanor, efficient, fast paced work habits.

An interest in pain management, ability to work as a Team member, careful attention to detail.

Clerical skills, CPR training, office management skills, typing, filing, computer literacy, ability to follow instructions.

Knowledge of medical terminology.

High school graduate or GED equivalent Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status Interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, climbing, squatting, kneeling, twisting, sitting and standing.

The associate must help transport patients and be able to lift 50 pounds or more.

The individual must have excellent eye-hand coordination with the ability to grasp, push and pull, have fine fingers dexterity and manipulation.

The associate must be able to reach work above the shoulders.

This position requires corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

The associate must have excellent verbal skills to communicate with patients, physicians, and co-workers.

This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)

$500 Sign On Bonus! PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The primary purpose of your job position is to perform daily housekeeping tasks needed to maintain the facility in a clean, orderly, and attractive condition in accordance with Birchaven Village policy and procedure, Birchaven Village ethical statement and resident rights.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Follow safety precautions, including the use of personal protective equipment, when performing tasks using equipment and supplies.

Duty 2: Keep work areas free of hazardous objects such as protruding mop/broom handles, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.

Using the wet floor signs when needed.

Duty 3: Disinfect assigned areas with special solutions to prevent spread of disease.

Duty 4: To assure premises, equipment, and facility are clean, orderly and attractive at all times.

Duty 5: To help answer call lights and let appropriate staff members know the resident’s needs.

Duty 6: Replenish supplies of soap, towels and other dispensable items.

At the end of the shift, return unused supplies to the utility room.

Clean cart and equipment leave soiled cleaning cloths, and mops in the designated areas.

Duty 7: Update water temperature log, communication book, work list, and write maintenance and floor care slips as needed.

Duty 8: Check unlocked doors and windows for general security purposes.

Duty 9: Displays service excellence and standards of behavior as evidenced by practicing the mission, vision, and values of the organization to promote resident satisfaction.

Duty 10: Complies with organizational policies, procedures, and practices to ensure quality job performance and regulatory compliance.

Duty 11: Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

Ability to print and speak simple sentences.

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motions with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and standing.

The associate will be required to walk for up to one hour a day, sit for four to six hours a day and stand for one hour a day.

The individual must be able to lift twenty to fifty pounds and reach work above the shoulders.

The individual must have good eye-hand coordination and fine finger dexterity for simple grasping tasks.

The individual must have excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.

The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV etc.)

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The primary purpose of this position is to support the licensed staff by giving direct resident care and performing Nurse aide functions such as care for the personal needs and comfort of residents under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, and in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, Birchaven Village policy and procedure, Birchaven Village ethical statement and resident rights, subject to the employee handbook.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to needs of the residents served on his/her neighborhood.

To facilitate the identification and reporting of changes in resident condition or behavior.

Duty 2: Provide direct resident care and room preparation as directed by the nursing staff to address resident needs and safety.

Duty 3: Communicate ordering needs to inventory personnel to restock resident care supplies as needed and provide adequate stock to meet daily resident care needs.

Duty 4: Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Duty 5: Displays service excellence and emulates the standards of behavior as evidenced by practicing the mission, vision, and values of the organization to promote resident satisfaction.

Duty 6: Complies with organizational policies, procedures, and practices to ensure quality job performance and regulatory compliance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Meet the minimum required age of 16 years old Active registry as a State Tested Nurse Aide with the State of Ohio Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to needs of the residents served on his/her neighborhood.

The individual must demonstrate basic knowledge of the principles related to the aging adult and problems associated with aging.

Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the resident status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each residents needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, sitting, lifting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing.

The associate will be required to lift 50 pounds or more.

This position requires individuals to lift work above the shoulder.

The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

Individual must have excellent communication skills to perform daily tasks.
***This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens (HBV, HIV etc.)

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The primary purpose of this position is to support the licensed staff by giving direct resident care and performing Nurse aide functions such as care for the personal needs and comfort of residents under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, and in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, Birchaven Village policy and procedure, Birchaven Village ethical statement and resident rights, subject to the employee handbook.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent training.

Current registry with the State of Ohio Nurse Aide Registry PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to needs of the residents served on his/her neighborhood.

The individual must demonstrate basic knowledge of the principles related to the aging adult and problems associated with aging.

Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the resident status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each residents needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, sitting, lifting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing.

The associate will be required to lift 50 pounds or more.

This position requires individuals to lift work above the shoulder.

The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

Individual must have excellent communication skills to perform daily tasks.

This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens (HBV, HIV etc.)

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The purpose of a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant is to implement patient plans of care under the direction of the Physical Therapist.

Under the direction of a Physical Therapist, performs tasks to maintain department in a neat and organized condition.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Implements patient care plan as assigned by the Physical Therapist, and reports on patient condition, reactions, and response to treatment.

Duty 2: Accurately documents patients scheduled appointments in conjunction with rehabilitation staff to ensure patient continuity of care and patient satisfaction.

Duty 3: Ensures understanding from the patient, family, referring doctor, and other professionals regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process Duty 4: Develops, implements, and evaluates therapeutic physical therapy programs and services.

Duty 5: Accurately maintains records of work performed to ensure proper documentation, billing, and hours worked in compliance of organizational, state, and federal regulations.

Duty 6: Maintains equipment and supplies used as part of the therapeutic process.

Duty 7: Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.

Duty 8: Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Duty 9: Continues professional growth by attending educational meetings, workshops, visiting related facilities, and reading professional literature to ensure compliance with regulating physical therapy board, and state licensure requirements.

Duty10: Participates in 4 activities per year within the community that promotes the rehabilitation department.

Duty 11: Attends 10 staff meetings per year to ensure communication of departmental and organizational updates and changes.

Duty 12: Acute setting- meet or exceed 2.0 units per patient visit.

Outpatient setting- meet or exceed 3.0 units per patient visit.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program Currently licensed in the State of Ohio Health Care provider CPR Certified A valid driver's license is required (if you do not have a valid Ohio driver’s license you must obtain one within 30 days of your residency in the state).

You must also meet BVHS's company fleet policy and insurance company requirements, and any other requirements that may be required to operate a vehicle.

Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.

Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures PREFERRED QUALIFICATONS 3-5 years of experience working in an outpatient facility specifically with orthopedic patients in a fast paced environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS General: Frequently pushes patients in wheelchairs (100-350 lbs.) into and out of treatment areas and adjusts patient’s position for table or computer access.

Also assists patients to adjust extremities or re-position upper body in chair.

Frequently applies modalities, e.g.

H.P., ultrasound, EGS.

Frequently travels within building to locate patients on units, treat patients in other clinical areas, or to assist in-patient transport.

Frequently transports patient’s folders, treatment materials, and office supplies (1-5 lbs.).

Frequently pushes/pulls file and storage cabinet drawers to retrieve and return materials.

Frequently changes body position from sit-stand or stand-sit during treatment, documentation, general office activities.

Occasionally provides steadying or light assistance to ambulatory patients for standing or walking within the department or in hallways.

Occasionally lifts/adjusts patient seated in wheelchair with or without assistance.

Fine Motor Coordination: Frequently writes to document patient care or to demonstrate or assist patient during treatment; occasionally types on computer to retrieve reports.

Frequently uses fine motor skills during palpation of muscle function, or deep muscle massage.

Verbal Expression: Frequently presents treatment stimuli verbally to provide verbal assistance to patients in order to ensure proper body position.

Presents information verbally to other professionals in formal and informal meetings, case staffing, and in telephone consultations.

Hearing: Hearing involved in receiving verbal information from other professionals and obtaining information form patients for proper documentation.

Vision: Frequently must read literature, reports and other written materials from other professionals, and CIS and billing computer terminals.

Environmental Factors: The practice of medical physical therapy involves occasional risk of infection (e.g., MRSA, hepatitis, and other blood borne pathogens) which requires the use of safety precautions such as surgical masks, gowns, gloves, and special hand-washing procedures.

Materials and treatment surfaces may also require special handling.

This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION Performs the day-to-day phlebotomy duties in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations and as may be directed by the Laboratory Director.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Is well organized and uses systematic approach to all areas of work while courteously and informatively receiving the patients.

Continues with this organized and systematic process even during the busy periods.

Follows instructions with little or no follow-up supervision.

Duty 2: Consistently obtains the proper specimens, verifies patient’s identity by name and date of birth, and properly labels specimens.

Understands importance of quality specimen integrity and its direct effects on the quality of tests results and patient care.

Where Applicable, and with appropriate training, accurately perform EKGs.

Duty 3: Uses good judgment when procuring specimens from difficult patients or unusual circumstances as well as when handling unusual requests for laboratory requests.

Documents in computer system any deviation from standard procedure.

Duty 4: Correctly prioritizes the collection and delivery of stats, urgents, timed orders, and routine orders to the laboratory.

Correctly prioritizes the collection of nursing home specimens.

Duty 5: Properly maintains and obtains phlebotomy items for blood collection on their phlebotomy tray and/ or outpatient laboratory.

Understands the need for neatness.

Duty 6: Correctly monitors and uses computer system by monitoring collection batches, outstanding specimen reports, enter/edit requisitions routine and removal and monitoring labels on printers in lab office.

Also monitors timed orders board.

Duty 7: Understands importance of professionalism of the phlebotomist and need to exemplify a positive attitude as laboratory’s public relations provider.

Understands patient’s confidentiality rights.

Duty 8: Communication and actions with customers reflect BVHA scripting and Service Excellence attributes meeting customer’s needs in timely manner, proper phone skills, and listening skills.

Interacts well with patients.

Interacts well with physicians and other professionals both inside and outside the lab.

Properly instructs outpatients on specimen collection.

Duty 9: Understands that they must demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide appropriate care relative to the age specific needs of the patient.

Understands that they must comply with all organizational and safety policies, practices and procedures of BVHA.

Duty 10: Is punctual and is present when scheduled.

Adheres to attendance policy – please document absences, occurrences and tardiness.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school graduate or GED equivalent.

A valid driver's license is required (if you do not have a valid Ohio driver’s license you must obtain one within 30 days of your residency in the state).

You must also meet BVHS's company fleet policy and insurance company requirements, and any other requirements that may be required to operate a vehicle.

Ability to provide own transportation while on duty required.

Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be organized, able to prioritize, work in a fast pace environment and have excellent problem solving skills.

Individual must be customer focused, serviced oriented and be able to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.

Individual must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of clinical or anatomical laboratory functions, medical terminology or science background Associate’s degree in an Allied Health field Experience preferred PBT (ASCP) registration Completion of a regionally accredited phlebotomy certificate program PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, climbing, squatting, kneeling, twisting, sitting and standing.

The associate will be required to walk, bend, and stand from 34-66% of a shift.

The individual must be able to lift twenty to fifty pounds and reach work above the shoulders.

This associate must have excellent eye-hand coordination, finger dexterity and the ability to grasp different items.

The associate must be able to visualize patient veins and hear audible alarms.

This position requires the associate to work at a high rate of speed.

Must be able to drive from various locations.

This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, Clinical Manager or designee, coordinates total nursing care for patients.

Participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Uses the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care to provide for the unique physical and emotional needs of each patient.

Duty 2: Establishes and maintains communication, and utilizes teaching opportunities to provide for the specific learning needs of each patient and their significant other(s).

Duty 3: Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patients served on their unit.

Duty 4: Collaborates with Physician regarding patient condition, orders, treatment plan, and anticipated needs to ensure exceptional patient care.

Duty 5: Demonstrates accountability and leadership in the performance of LPN’s, Nurse Aides, and Secretaries to ensure quality of patient care and promotion of team collaboration.

Duty 6: Complies with organizational policies, procedures, and practices to ensure quality job performance and hospital compliance.

Duty 7: Maintains all department and unit specific competencies for provision of patient care.

Duty 8: Displays Service Excellence as evidenced by practicing the mission, vision, and values of the organization to promote patient satisfaction.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Licensed by the Ohio Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse BCLS certification (within 6 months of hire) Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.

Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 1 year nursing experience in a hospital setting PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, sitting, lifting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing.

The associate will be required to lift 50 pounds or more.

This position requires individuals to lift work above the shoulders.

The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

Individual must have excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.

This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)