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Registered Nurse - General Surgery - Full Time
✦ New
Salary not disclosed
DescriptionSummary: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, preferredExperience
* 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferredLicenses, Registrations, or Certifications
* BLS required
* RN License in state of employment or compactWork Schedule:5 Days
- 8 HoursWork Type:Full Time
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, preferredExperience
* 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferredLicenses, Registrations, or Certifications
* BLS required
* RN License in state of employment or compactWork Schedule:5 Days
- 8 HoursWork Type:Full Time
permanent
Ultrasound Technologist-Imaging Ultrasound-Full Time
🏢 Christus Health
Salary not disclosed
Description Summary: The Ultrasound 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 Ultrasound Technologist must be able to handle the movement, set-up, and operation of medical ultrasound equipment.
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 Ultrasound Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required Experience 1 year of ultrasound scanning experience preferred Basic computer experience required Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Sonography (S) in Abdomen by ARRT or ARDMS required within 1 year of hire Certification in OB/GYN, Vascular, or Breast preferred State Licensure required if in New Mexico-DMS by MIRTP NMED BLS required Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law
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The Ultrasound Technologist must be able to handle the movement, set-up, and operation of medical ultrasound equipment.
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 Ultrasound Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required Experience 1 year of ultrasound scanning experience preferred Basic computer experience required Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Sonography (S) in Abdomen by ARRT or ARDMS required within 1 year of hire Certification in OB/GYN, Vascular, or Breast preferred State Licensure required if in New Mexico-DMS by MIRTP NMED BLS required Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law
- click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users.
If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925.
permanent
Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Radiology OP - Full Time
🏢 Christus Health
Salary not disclosed
Description 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: 9AM
- 6PM Work Type: Full Time
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: 9AM
- 6PM Work Type: Full Time
permanent
Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute MedSurgical B - Full Time
🏢 Christus Health
Salary not disclosed
Description Summary: Performs the function of a Licensed Practical Nurse, under the direct supervision of a registered nurse in planning and implementing nursing care for patients as assigned.
Is responsible for adhering to all Standards of Nursing Practice, as they apply for managing supplies and equipment under the direction of the charge nurse.
Responsibilities: Performs general nursing care to patients.
Administers treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
Observes, records, and reports patients' condition and reaction to drugs or treatments to providers.
Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
Maintains timely flow of patients.
Greets patients and obtains well-documented history and vitals.
Prepares patients for physical exam.
Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
May perform the following tasks in accordance with established procedures and as prescribed by applicable licensure/certification: Obtain/record vital signs; perform initial assessment on patient; coordinate patient transfer to hospital and/or discharge; give telephone orders; accept telephone test results; perform telephone triage; call in provider approved prescription refills; specimen collection including stool and urine midstream; catheterize patient; indwelling catheter urine collection; obtain throat culture; pregnancy testing; administer urine dip; obtain wound culture; perform snellen vision screening; eye injury management; administer optic/otic meds; assist with lumbar punctures; sputum collection; occult blood testing; assist with vaginal exam; teach crutch/cane walking; teach use of walker; apply Velcro splint; assist with plaster splint; apply moist heat and/or cold packs; administer enema; remove fecal impaction; administer oxygen; teach respiratory hygiene; administer chest physiotherapy; perform oral suction and/or infant suction bulb; wound care; apply sterile dressing; assist with circumcision; perform umbilical care; apply colloidal dressing; open sterile tray; apply topical medications; administer rectal and/or vaginal medications; give oral medications; and, give sublingual medications to adults and/or pediatric patients.
May perform the following tasks only if appropriate training has been obtained: Blood collection by lancet; pulse oximetry; incentive Spirometry; suture and/or staple removal; ear irrigation; administer breathing treatment; give allergy/insulin/immunization medications to adult and/or pediatric patients; give intramuscular and/or subcutaneous injections to adult and/or pediatric patients; give injections Z track to adult patients.
May perform the following tasks after providing verification of completion of special training: Blood collection venipuncture; audiometry exam; titmus vision screening; EKG; administer electrical stimulation; assist/process biopsies; draw blood from portocath; assist endoscopy, start saline lock or IV fluids and monitor IV fluids.
May administer IV push medications and/or add medications to IV only after completion of special training and only under direct supervision of licensed practitioner.
May make arrangements for patient testing and admissions.
May be required to have a working knowledge of ICD9, CPT and HCPCS coding and managed care.
Responds to incoming telephone calls and (per provider instructions) calls in refills and prescriptions to pharmacy.
Per provider and/or established protocol, instructs patients and/or family with regard to medication and treatment and documents the same.
Formulates and updates patient care plans.
Orders, prepares, and inspects patient charts.
Posts tests and examination results.
Reviews patient's tests and examination results with provider; documents instructions and notifies patient.
Maintains patient files, records and other information in a professional manner following policies and procedures regarding documentation.
Ensures preparation of exam rooms including re-stocking of treatment areas.
Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional licensure and affiliations.
Follows the CHRISTUS Physician Group guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
Maintains strict confidentiality.
Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission.
Maintains established CHRISTUS Physician Group policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission and Code of Ethics and supportive of CHRISTUS Physician Group's cultural diversity objectives.
Supports and adheres to CPG Service Guarantee.
Performs other related work as required.
Requirements: Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing or vocational nursing required.
One year experience preferred.
Current Louisiana LPN License required.
Current BLS required.
Work Schedule: 7PM
- 7AM Work Type: Full Time
Is responsible for adhering to all Standards of Nursing Practice, as they apply for managing supplies and equipment under the direction of the charge nurse.
Responsibilities: Performs general nursing care to patients.
Administers treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
Observes, records, and reports patients' condition and reaction to drugs or treatments to providers.
Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
Maintains timely flow of patients.
Greets patients and obtains well-documented history and vitals.
Prepares patients for physical exam.
Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
May perform the following tasks in accordance with established procedures and as prescribed by applicable licensure/certification: Obtain/record vital signs; perform initial assessment on patient; coordinate patient transfer to hospital and/or discharge; give telephone orders; accept telephone test results; perform telephone triage; call in provider approved prescription refills; specimen collection including stool and urine midstream; catheterize patient; indwelling catheter urine collection; obtain throat culture; pregnancy testing; administer urine dip; obtain wound culture; perform snellen vision screening; eye injury management; administer optic/otic meds; assist with lumbar punctures; sputum collection; occult blood testing; assist with vaginal exam; teach crutch/cane walking; teach use of walker; apply Velcro splint; assist with plaster splint; apply moist heat and/or cold packs; administer enema; remove fecal impaction; administer oxygen; teach respiratory hygiene; administer chest physiotherapy; perform oral suction and/or infant suction bulb; wound care; apply sterile dressing; assist with circumcision; perform umbilical care; apply colloidal dressing; open sterile tray; apply topical medications; administer rectal and/or vaginal medications; give oral medications; and, give sublingual medications to adults and/or pediatric patients.
May perform the following tasks only if appropriate training has been obtained: Blood collection by lancet; pulse oximetry; incentive Spirometry; suture and/or staple removal; ear irrigation; administer breathing treatment; give allergy/insulin/immunization medications to adult and/or pediatric patients; give intramuscular and/or subcutaneous injections to adult and/or pediatric patients; give injections Z track to adult patients.
May perform the following tasks after providing verification of completion of special training: Blood collection venipuncture; audiometry exam; titmus vision screening; EKG; administer electrical stimulation; assist/process biopsies; draw blood from portocath; assist endoscopy, start saline lock or IV fluids and monitor IV fluids.
May administer IV push medications and/or add medications to IV only after completion of special training and only under direct supervision of licensed practitioner.
May make arrangements for patient testing and admissions.
May be required to have a working knowledge of ICD9, CPT and HCPCS coding and managed care.
Responds to incoming telephone calls and (per provider instructions) calls in refills and prescriptions to pharmacy.
Per provider and/or established protocol, instructs patients and/or family with regard to medication and treatment and documents the same.
Formulates and updates patient care plans.
Orders, prepares, and inspects patient charts.
Posts tests and examination results.
Reviews patient's tests and examination results with provider; documents instructions and notifies patient.
Maintains patient files, records and other information in a professional manner following policies and procedures regarding documentation.
Ensures preparation of exam rooms including re-stocking of treatment areas.
Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional licensure and affiliations.
Follows the CHRISTUS Physician Group guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
Maintains strict confidentiality.
Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission.
Maintains established CHRISTUS Physician Group policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission and Code of Ethics and supportive of CHRISTUS Physician Group's cultural diversity objectives.
Supports and adheres to CPG Service Guarantee.
Performs other related work as required.
Requirements: Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing or vocational nursing required.
One year experience preferred.
Current Louisiana LPN License required.
Current BLS required.
Work Schedule: 7PM
- 7AM Work Type: Full Time
permanent
Surgical Technician Non Certified - General Surgery - Full Time
🏢 Christus Health
Salary not disclosed
Description
Summary:This Job is responsible for preparing and passing instruments and equipment for assigned surgical procedures In accordance with hospital and department standards and is responsible for carrying out identified patient care needs delegated by an RN, Physician or Director/Manager/Supervisor.Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and suture to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
Cooperates in team planning and execution.
Maintains a safe environment by implementing technical and aseptic practices at all times.
Demonstrates clinical expertise in use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
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.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
* High School Diploma or equivalent required
Experience
* 2 or more years of experience preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
* BLS required
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 HoursWork Type:
Full Time
Summary:This Job is responsible for preparing and passing instruments and equipment for assigned surgical procedures In accordance with hospital and department standards and is responsible for carrying out identified patient care needs delegated by an RN, Physician or Director/Manager/Supervisor.Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and suture to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
Cooperates in team planning and execution.
Maintains a safe environment by implementing technical and aseptic practices at all times.
Demonstrates clinical expertise in use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments and equipment.
Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
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.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
* High School Diploma or equivalent required
Experience
* 2 or more years of experience preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
* BLS required
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 HoursWork Type:
Full Time
permanent
Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy - Full Time
🏢 Christus Health
Salary not disclosed
DescriptionSummary: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 delivery devices 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/SkillsSee licensure and/or certification requirements Experience1
- 3 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsRT or RCP License in state of employment required BLS required Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC requiredIn 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:7PM
- 7AMWork Type:Full Time
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 delivery devices 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/SkillsSee licensure and/or certification requirements Experience1
- 3 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsRT or RCP License in state of employment required BLS required Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC requiredIn 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:7PM
- 7AMWork Type:Full Time
permanent
Registered Nurse Float I - Nursing Float Pool - Full Time
✦ New 🏢 Christus Health
Salary not disclosed
Description Summary: The competent Nurse, in the Medsurg or Telemetry clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation.
Provides routine and complex care, in accordance with patient treatment 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.
Meets expectations for flexibility of assignment within the ministry.
Proactively provide assignment availability on a regular basis.
Able to be assigned to more than one unit.
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.
CORE COMPETENCIES Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process Uses critical thinking skills to assess the basic physical, psychosocial, social, cultural, spiritual, and development needs of patient and families.
Communicates findings to appropriate healthcare team members.
Develops and uses a specific plan of care and modifies it to meet individual patient needs using evidence-based practice.
Implements patient care and therapeutic procedures; monitors and documents progression of treatment and teaching goals.
Evaluates the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient response to the care and treatment(s).
Performs timely reassessment and documentation.
Must be able to perform unit-specific competencies based on the specific patient care need for the designated unit's patient population.
Standard II.
Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow.
Utilizes appropriate systems of communication and tools to facilitate the discharge process.
Coaches on tools and techniques for checking, cross checking and validating orders to ensure accuracy.
Standard III.
Unit Operations Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift.
Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and Supplies.
Assesses departmental staffing needs; actively participates in resourcing efforts.
Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry.
Standard IV.
Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations Incorporates patient safety practices/guidelines to promote a safe environment resulting in positive patient outcomes.
Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities.
Provides evidence-based nursing care.
Communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care.
Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry.
Knowledge of federal, state and local healthcare-related laws and regulations; ability to comply with these in healthcare practices and activities.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Clinical Policies and Standards Follows a specific set of standards and associated clinical procedures.
Analyzes policy and standards documentation and ensures organizational compliance.
Provides feedback for improvement of procedures.
Assists in the development and implementation of specific procedures.
Works with control and monitoring mechanisms, tools and techniques.
Health Information Documentation Shares experiences with maintaining paper and electronic patient documentation.
Walk through the steps and procedures for receiving, validating and updating patient records.
Describes the flow of information between various stations or units.
Discusses the functions, features and document flow of electronic documentation.
Transcribes verbal orders; explains techniques for ensuring their accuracy.
Explains health information documentation best practices and their rationale across health care practices.
Medical Equipment Describes experience with basic medical equipment used in own unit or facility.
Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques to resolves common equipment problems.
Educates patients about the appropriate use of home medical equipment.
Ensures that all equipment and related supplies are in proper working order prior to use to ensure patient safety.
Inspects, troubleshoots and evaluates incoming equipment.
Medical Order Processing Shares experiences with processing medical orders for one or more groups of patients or conditions.
Describes functions and features of the system used to enter, validate, update and forward medical orders.
Discusses common errors, their sources and procedures for correcting.
Explains considerations for entering and following standing orders.
Differentiates between standing orders and preprinted orders and considerations for each.
Patient Chart Reading and Interpretation Describes experiences in reading and interpreting patient charts for patients on unit and under own care.
Reviews patients' charts for completion and accuracy; identifies and alerts to mistakes or omissions.
Recognizes unexpected readings and alerts nursing or medical staff.
Relates examples of mis-readings or misinterpretations and lessons learned.
Reviews, discusses and validates own interpretation with others.
Patient Safety Shares experiences with ensuring safety for one or more patient groups or settings.
Explains key features of safety guidelines and procedures for those groups and settings.
Listens and responds to safety inquiries from patients and family members.
Recognizes and addresses physiological and psychological signs of problems.
Describes considerations for patients who can cause to harm to self, versus harm to others.
Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, participates in immediate investigating, analysis and reporting in real-time.
Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience Minimum of 2 years of combined experience required in Medsurg and Telemetry 5 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required ACLS required RN License in the state of employment or compact required Work Schedule: 24 HOURS Work Type: Full Time
Provides routine and complex care, in accordance with patient treatment 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.
Meets expectations for flexibility of assignment within the ministry.
Proactively provide assignment availability on a regular basis.
Able to be assigned to more than one unit.
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.
CORE COMPETENCIES Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process Uses critical thinking skills to assess the basic physical, psychosocial, social, cultural, spiritual, and development needs of patient and families.
Communicates findings to appropriate healthcare team members.
Develops and uses a specific plan of care and modifies it to meet individual patient needs using evidence-based practice.
Implements patient care and therapeutic procedures; monitors and documents progression of treatment and teaching goals.
Evaluates the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient response to the care and treatment(s).
Performs timely reassessment and documentation.
Must be able to perform unit-specific competencies based on the specific patient care need for the designated unit's patient population.
Standard II.
Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow.
Utilizes appropriate systems of communication and tools to facilitate the discharge process.
Coaches on tools and techniques for checking, cross checking and validating orders to ensure accuracy.
Standard III.
Unit Operations Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift.
Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and Supplies.
Assesses departmental staffing needs; actively participates in resourcing efforts.
Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry.
Standard IV.
Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations Incorporates patient safety practices/guidelines to promote a safe environment resulting in positive patient outcomes.
Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities.
Provides evidence-based nursing care.
Communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care.
Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry.
Knowledge of federal, state and local healthcare-related laws and regulations; ability to comply with these in healthcare practices and activities.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Clinical Policies and Standards Follows a specific set of standards and associated clinical procedures.
Analyzes policy and standards documentation and ensures organizational compliance.
Provides feedback for improvement of procedures.
Assists in the development and implementation of specific procedures.
Works with control and monitoring mechanisms, tools and techniques.
Health Information Documentation Shares experiences with maintaining paper and electronic patient documentation.
Walk through the steps and procedures for receiving, validating and updating patient records.
Describes the flow of information between various stations or units.
Discusses the functions, features and document flow of electronic documentation.
Transcribes verbal orders; explains techniques for ensuring their accuracy.
Explains health information documentation best practices and their rationale across health care practices.
Medical Equipment Describes experience with basic medical equipment used in own unit or facility.
Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques to resolves common equipment problems.
Educates patients about the appropriate use of home medical equipment.
Ensures that all equipment and related supplies are in proper working order prior to use to ensure patient safety.
Inspects, troubleshoots and evaluates incoming equipment.
Medical Order Processing Shares experiences with processing medical orders for one or more groups of patients or conditions.
Describes functions and features of the system used to enter, validate, update and forward medical orders.
Discusses common errors, their sources and procedures for correcting.
Explains considerations for entering and following standing orders.
Differentiates between standing orders and preprinted orders and considerations for each.
Patient Chart Reading and Interpretation Describes experiences in reading and interpreting patient charts for patients on unit and under own care.
Reviews patients' charts for completion and accuracy; identifies and alerts to mistakes or omissions.
Recognizes unexpected readings and alerts nursing or medical staff.
Relates examples of mis-readings or misinterpretations and lessons learned.
Reviews, discusses and validates own interpretation with others.
Patient Safety Shares experiences with ensuring safety for one or more patient groups or settings.
Explains key features of safety guidelines and procedures for those groups and settings.
Listens and responds to safety inquiries from patients and family members.
Recognizes and addresses physiological and psychological signs of problems.
Describes considerations for patients who can cause to harm to self, versus harm to others.
Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, participates in immediate investigating, analysis and reporting in real-time.
Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience Minimum of 2 years of combined experience required in Medsurg and Telemetry 5 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required ACLS required RN License in the state of employment or compact required Work Schedule: 24 HOURS Work Type: Full Time
permanent
Full Time Restaurant Delivery
✦ New 🏢 Doordash
Salary not disclosed
Why Deliver with DoorDash? DoorDash is the #1 category leader in food delivery, food pickup, and convenience store delivery in the US, trusted by millions of customers every day. As a Dasher, you’ll stay busy with a variety of earnings opportunities and can work when it works for you. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or a full-time gig, delivering with DoorDash gives you the opportunity to earn extra cash on your terms.
Multiple ways to earn: Whether you’re delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, DoorDash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time.
Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you. Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want.
Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer.
Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting.
Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.**
Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out. Payday is in your back pocket.
Basic Requirements
~18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)
~ Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)
~ Driver's license number
~ Social security number (only in the US)
~ Consistent access to a smartphone
How to Sign Up
Click “Sign UpApply Now” and complete the sign up process
Download the DoorDash Dasher app and go
*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.
**Subject to eligibility..
***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia
Additional information
Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.
Multiple ways to earn: Whether you’re delivering meals, groceries, or retail orders, DoorDash offers diverse earning opportunities so you can maximize your time.
Total flexibility: Dash when it works for you. Set your own hours and work as much—or as little—as you want.
Know how much you'll make: Clear and concise pay model lets you know the minimum amount you will make before accepting any offer.
Instant cash flow: Get paid the same day you dash with DoorDash Crimson*. No deposit fees, no waiting.
Quick and easy start: Sign up in minutes and get on the road fast.**
Simple Process: Just pick up, drop off, and cash out. Payday is in your back pocket.
Basic Requirements
~18+ years old*** (21+ to deliver alcohol)
~ Any car, scooter, or bicycle (in select cities)
~ Driver's license number
~ Social security number (only in the US)
~ Consistent access to a smartphone
How to Sign Up
Click “Sign UpApply Now” and complete the sign up process
Download the DoorDash Dasher app and go
*Subject to eligibility requirements and successful ID verification. The DoorDash Crimson Deposit Account is established by Starion Bank, Member FDIC. The DoorDash Crimson Visa® Debit Card is issued by Starion Bank.
**Subject to eligibility..
***Must be 19+ in Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia
Additional information
Dashing with DoorDash is a great earnings opportunity for anyone looking for part-time, seasonal, flexible, weekend, after-school, temporary, steady delivery gig. Deliver with DoorDash and earn extra cash while being your own boss. Dash when it works for you. Sign up today.
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Registered Nurse Patient Navigator Senior - Oncology Hematology - Full Time
✦ New 🏢 Christus Health
Salary not disclosed
DescriptionSummary:Under the supervision of the Director of Cancer Center, the Registered Nurse Patient Navigator Senior is responsible to ensure interdisciplinary, patient-focused, well-coordinated system of care for oncology patients coping with Cancer.
Collaboratively assess, plan, facilitate and evaluate timely coordination of quality care for the cancer patient.
Functions on the multidisciplinary team as an advocate and educator for oncology patients.
Responsible for ensuring all adult patients with an oncology diagnosis receive quality and comprehensive services.
This role coordinates patient care throughout the entire continuum of cancer care, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
Patient Navigator will serve as a clinical resource with expertise in hematology/oncology care management.
Serves as a liaison throughout the facility and within the community regarding oncology services provided.
Patient Navigator will provide expert nursing care which includes direct clinical practice, consultation, and education.Responsibilities:Facilitates the patient in accessing the system for cancer treatment, tests, related allied health and support services:Serves as a single point of contact for the patient to cancer treatment servicesFollows patients throughout the course of treatment and ensures resources are available and needs are met.Assists in scheduling all testing as necessaryFacilitates scheduling of treatment as necessary.Assists the patient in accessing /scheduling consult with Lymphedema TherapistAssists in scheduling/accessing need for additional services and resources such as Social Work, Nutrition, post-surgical garments, wigs, prostheses, and financial support services and resourcesMaintains required patient record per required processes once "transferred" to Breast Survivorship ClinicAssists with removing barriers that may interfere with or disrupt treatment such as lack of transportationDemonstrates the knowledge, skill, and interpersonal communication skills, necessary to provide appropriate oncology education and guidance to the cancer patient and family from screening through survivorship:Provides education and information to the patient and family, helping to make the care seamless, continuous, and comprehensive.Responds to patient request for information regarding the disease process, expected side effects of treatment, and community resourcesUses appropriate patient education documentation and tracking systemAssists in coordination of end of life plans for the patient and provides emotional support as requestedFollow up on all abnormal screening mammograms/lung ct scans:Reviews reports with abnormal or suspicious findings on a daily basisInitiates contact with Primary Care or referring physician and provides progress report.Initiates contact with patient and sets up a follow-up diagnostic visit.
(Timeframe 3 working days or less).Meets with patient at time of diagnostic visit and provides information on what to expect.Assists physician(s) as requested in communicating results and educating patient following diagnostics, and informs the patient of the comprehensive breast program.Communicates effectively with physicians, multi-disciplinary team, patient, family, and communityCoordinates cancer treatment with other disciplines involved:Involves allied health team members, as necessaryActively participates in monthly Breast /Lung Tumor Conferences assisting Tumor Registrar as necessary to collect data, track outcomes, and support strategic planning processesUtilizes standardized care protocols in accordance with nationally recognized care guidelinesDelivers quarterly written and oral report to Cancer Committee and other groups as requested which documents outcomes and performance improvement activities.Maintains a pleasant and professional appearance providing ongoing emotional support to patient and family, in dealing with physicians and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, and as a representative of team to the communityCommunicates with all members of the healthcare team about patient and family needs and concernsProvides well-coordinated, timely, compassionate, and exemplary careInitiates and performs ongoing review of policies related to service provided.
Where appropriate, updates or writes new policies to enhance processional practice.Serves as a resource for community educational events such as health fairs, screenings, symposiums, and lectures as well as staff education related to breast health and breast cancerWorks closely with the Oncology Research staff to maintain a current knowledge of breast cancer related protocols and assist in referral of patientsFor protocol accrual.Performs PI/QA activities including data collection, analysis and follow up.
MaintainMaintain tracking data and provide monthly results to DirectorDemonstrates the ability to accurately access and document patient care activities and hospital processes:Uses computer system(s) appropriately.Documents in the medical record according to policy/procedure.Complies with incident reporting and notification requirements.Attends/reviews department staff meetings for information.Assists others as necessary, always using time constructively.Obtains knowledge of, and demonstrates compliance with infection control policies and procedures:Practices Standard Precautions in patient care activities.Practices appropriate disease specific isolation as required.Appropriately handles and disposes of sharps.Assures the rights of the patient/family are respected and maintained:Allows for privacy and modesty in the provision of care.Identifies self by name and title to patient/familyReports suspected cases of abuse/neglect, if identified.Understands role of, and how to access, the Ethics Committee.Establishes presence of consent prior to treatment/procedure.Requirements:Education/SkillsExperience in breast cancer/women's health preferredRequires problem solving, decision making, and critical thinking.Requires excellent leadership, organizational, written, and verbal communication and excellent interpersonal skills.Must be able to work in a self-directed environment with the ability to work with and lead teams.Excellent presentation skills.Ability to implement professional and community-based education programs.Computer literate;Microsoft Office competency required.Experience
* Experience in Oncology/women's health preferred.Licenses, Registrations or Certifications
* Current Louisiana RN License required.
* BLS required.Work Schedule:8AM
- 5PM Monday-FridayWork Type:Full Time
Collaboratively assess, plan, facilitate and evaluate timely coordination of quality care for the cancer patient.
Functions on the multidisciplinary team as an advocate and educator for oncology patients.
Responsible for ensuring all adult patients with an oncology diagnosis receive quality and comprehensive services.
This role coordinates patient care throughout the entire continuum of cancer care, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
Patient Navigator will serve as a clinical resource with expertise in hematology/oncology care management.
Serves as a liaison throughout the facility and within the community regarding oncology services provided.
Patient Navigator will provide expert nursing care which includes direct clinical practice, consultation, and education.Responsibilities:Facilitates the patient in accessing the system for cancer treatment, tests, related allied health and support services:Serves as a single point of contact for the patient to cancer treatment servicesFollows patients throughout the course of treatment and ensures resources are available and needs are met.Assists in scheduling all testing as necessaryFacilitates scheduling of treatment as necessary.Assists the patient in accessing /scheduling consult with Lymphedema TherapistAssists in scheduling/accessing need for additional services and resources such as Social Work, Nutrition, post-surgical garments, wigs, prostheses, and financial support services and resourcesMaintains required patient record per required processes once "transferred" to Breast Survivorship ClinicAssists with removing barriers that may interfere with or disrupt treatment such as lack of transportationDemonstrates the knowledge, skill, and interpersonal communication skills, necessary to provide appropriate oncology education and guidance to the cancer patient and family from screening through survivorship:Provides education and information to the patient and family, helping to make the care seamless, continuous, and comprehensive.Responds to patient request for information regarding the disease process, expected side effects of treatment, and community resourcesUses appropriate patient education documentation and tracking systemAssists in coordination of end of life plans for the patient and provides emotional support as requestedFollow up on all abnormal screening mammograms/lung ct scans:Reviews reports with abnormal or suspicious findings on a daily basisInitiates contact with Primary Care or referring physician and provides progress report.Initiates contact with patient and sets up a follow-up diagnostic visit.
(Timeframe 3 working days or less).Meets with patient at time of diagnostic visit and provides information on what to expect.Assists physician(s) as requested in communicating results and educating patient following diagnostics, and informs the patient of the comprehensive breast program.Communicates effectively with physicians, multi-disciplinary team, patient, family, and communityCoordinates cancer treatment with other disciplines involved:Involves allied health team members, as necessaryActively participates in monthly Breast /Lung Tumor Conferences assisting Tumor Registrar as necessary to collect data, track outcomes, and support strategic planning processesUtilizes standardized care protocols in accordance with nationally recognized care guidelinesDelivers quarterly written and oral report to Cancer Committee and other groups as requested which documents outcomes and performance improvement activities.Maintains a pleasant and professional appearance providing ongoing emotional support to patient and family, in dealing with physicians and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, and as a representative of team to the communityCommunicates with all members of the healthcare team about patient and family needs and concernsProvides well-coordinated, timely, compassionate, and exemplary careInitiates and performs ongoing review of policies related to service provided.
Where appropriate, updates or writes new policies to enhance processional practice.Serves as a resource for community educational events such as health fairs, screenings, symposiums, and lectures as well as staff education related to breast health and breast cancerWorks closely with the Oncology Research staff to maintain a current knowledge of breast cancer related protocols and assist in referral of patientsFor protocol accrual.Performs PI/QA activities including data collection, analysis and follow up.
MaintainMaintain tracking data and provide monthly results to DirectorDemonstrates the ability to accurately access and document patient care activities and hospital processes:Uses computer system(s) appropriately.Documents in the medical record according to policy/procedure.Complies with incident reporting and notification requirements.Attends/reviews department staff meetings for information.Assists others as necessary, always using time constructively.Obtains knowledge of, and demonstrates compliance with infection control policies and procedures:Practices Standard Precautions in patient care activities.Practices appropriate disease specific isolation as required.Appropriately handles and disposes of sharps.Assures the rights of the patient/family are respected and maintained:Allows for privacy and modesty in the provision of care.Identifies self by name and title to patient/familyReports suspected cases of abuse/neglect, if identified.Understands role of, and how to access, the Ethics Committee.Establishes presence of consent prior to treatment/procedure.Requirements:Education/SkillsExperience in breast cancer/women's health preferredRequires problem solving, decision making, and critical thinking.Requires excellent leadership, organizational, written, and verbal communication and excellent interpersonal skills.Must be able to work in a self-directed environment with the ability to work with and lead teams.Excellent presentation skills.Ability to implement professional and community-based education programs.Computer literate;Microsoft Office competency required.Experience
* Experience in Oncology/women's health preferred.Licenses, Registrations or Certifications
* Current Louisiana RN License required.
* BLS required.Work Schedule:8AM
- 5PM Monday-FridayWork Type:Full Time
permanent
Registered Nurse-Acute Telemetry-Full Time
🏢 Christus Health
Salary not disclosed
Description
Summary:
The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.
Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred
Experience
1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
BLS requiredRN License in state of employment or compact
Position Requirements:
Education/SkillsAll newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and a MedSurg specific competency validation.All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program's tracking software.Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.ExperienceOne year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsCurrent ACLS certification requiredIn accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Credential Grace Periods:
If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level.
Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate.Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty.
Credential
Grace Periods forExperienced AssociatesGrace Periods forNew Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the SpecialtyBasic Life Support (BLS) No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. STABLE (Neonatal Education) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire.
Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Full Time
Summary:
The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.
Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred
Experience
1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
BLS requiredRN License in state of employment or compact
Position Requirements:
Education/SkillsAll newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.New hires are precepted by a designated trained staff member and initial on-boarding requirements are validated through successful completion of the designated organizational entry competency validation and a MedSurg specific competency validation.All newly licensed RNs may participate in a residency program or other specific orientation. Skills completion and competency completion will be achieved with the preceptor at the bedside and documented through the program's tracking software.Completion of all annual competency verification requirements.ExperienceOne year of experience in a related nursing specialty preferred.Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsCurrent ACLS certification requiredIn accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Credential Grace Periods:
If additional credentials are required per the Position Requirements section, a grace period to obtain the certification will apply, dependent on your experience level.
Any Candidate/Associate with at least one year of acute care clinical experience in a similar service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate.Any Candidate/Associate who does not have at least one year of full-time acute care clinical experience in the same service line within the past three years is considered an Experienced Associate New to the Specialty.
Credential
Grace Periods forExperienced AssociatesGrace Periods forNew Graduates & Experienced Associates New to the SpecialtyBasic Life Support (BLS) No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. No grace period. AHA or Red Cross accepted at time of hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Within 30 days of hire. Within 90 days of hire. Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Within 60 days of hire. Within 18 months of hire. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. AWHONN INTERMEDIATE FHM (Fetal Heart Monitoring) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire. STABLE (Neonatal Education) Within 30 days of hire. Within 60 days of hire.
Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Full Time
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