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Responsibilities: • Implementing and monitoring programs and practices for the delivery of safe and efficient quality nursing care for patients and their families • Ensuring consistent application of nursing services policies and standards throughout the organization • Monitoring patient outcomes and quality and effectiveness of nursing care • Overseeing performance of teams; identifying and addressing staff training and development needs • Apprising medical staff, department heads, and administrators in matters related to nursing service and strategies Standard I: Financial Management • Recognizes the impact of reimbursement on revenue • Understands the relationship between values-based purchasing and quality outcomes with revenue and reimbursement • Creates, monitors, and analyzes a budget; explaining variance • Conducts ongoing evaluation of productivity, forecasting future revenue and expenses • Documents capital appropriations and project authorizations Standard II.
Human Resources Management • Evaluates and specifies the critical resources required to accomplish the team's objectives • Initiates requests for required resources based on staff competency with patient acuity • Allocates team resources responsibly and equitably within the scope of labor laws • Calculates resource usage to set a baseline for comparison • Discovers opportunities to improve resource utilization • Implements changes in role consistent with scope of practice • Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow • Resolves conflicts in a wide variety of situations, such as workload allocation, schedule overlap etc.
• Adjusts management and personal style to fit the needs of different people and different situations • Explores motivational factors and tailors motivational efforts to individual needs and situations for the department • Conducts evaluations on personnel performance at the work place and recommends improvement plans • Coaches others on operating personnel management systems and their processes Standard III.
Relationship Management and Influencing Behaviors • Situation Management • Identifies issues that require immediate attention • Applies principles of crisis management to handle situations as necessary • Manages conflict • Promotes team dynamics • Mentors and coaches staff • Promotes Professional Management • Promotes and encourages stress management • Encourages participation in professional action • principles of self-awareness • Fosters a healthy work environment • Diversity • Understands the components of cultural competence as they apply to the workforce • Maintains an environment of fairness and processes to support it • Capitalizes on differences to foster highly effective work groups Standard VI.
Performance Improvement/Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations • Assesses customer and patient satisfaction while developing and implementing strategies to address satisfaction issues • Provides direct service to internal or external customers • Facilitates the resolution of customer problems, issues, or concerns • Monitors and promotes workplace safety requirements resulting in positive patient outcomes • Applies systems thinking knowledge as an approach to analysis and decision-making • Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities • Provides evidence-based nursing care • Promotes and communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care Standard V.
Leadership • Serves as a leader of patient care • Utilizes an appropriate style of leadership: autocratic, democratic, laissez-faire/free rein, etc.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities: intelligence, influence, determination, integrity, confidence • Manages own behaviors during interactions, such as feedback giving, to shape workplace events • Utilizes positive reinforcement to motivate and attain desired behaviors; increases productivity • Employs leadership theories, such as contingency and transformational, and associated techniques • Applies techniques of “action learning” to problem solve and personally reflect on decisions Clinical Performance Improvement • Shares experiences with process performance improvements across multiple areas • Recognizes recurring and difficult problems and explores new or innovative solutions • Leverages technology to facilitate the sharing of clinical performance or outcomes data • Compares and contrasts different approaches for performance improvement; highlights pros and cons • Creates mechanism for ensuring quality and performance measures are understood and valued by nursing staff • Consults on and coaches on developing business cases to justify improvement initiatives Clinical Policies and Standards • Monitors different types of clinical practice to ensure compliance with standards • Evaluates existing and evolving standards and procedures and their impact on the organization • Informs others on advanced clinical standards and policies across medical specialties • Collaborates with other functions in establishing and documenting joint standards • Participates in the development of clinical policies and practices • Develops control and monitoring mechanisms for clinical policies adherence Healthcare Policy and Ethics Compliance • Shares experiences with addressing diverse problems in healthcare policy compliance • Demonstrates best practices for dealing with complex compliance or non-compliance situations • Guides others in making correct decisions when faced with ethical dilemmas • Designs or revises organizational practices and procedures to ensure compliance with policies • Supports and coaches on mechanisms that encourage attention to compliance issues; all clinical activities • Participates in translating policy changes into operational programs and services Healthcare Regulatory Environment • Implements programs as needed to comply with diverse healthcare laws or regulations • Monitors regulatory compliance of all healthcare practices to ensure no violations • Evaluates key aspects of pending healthcare regulations and legislation that may impact company • Provides recommendations and implements solutions to existing and potential legal problems • Shares main considerations and issues related to laws and regulations in the implementation of healthcare practices Requirements: Graduate of a Registered Nursing program, Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
Master's degree in Nursing, Health Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, or related advanced degree in health health-related field preferred.
Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical patient care experience in a relevant setting.
Minimum of 2 years of healthcare leadership.
RN license in good standing in the state of employment or a compact state, if applicable.
Registered Nurse (RN) required.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support.
Work Schedule: 5 Days
- 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time
Summary:
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The technologists will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Observe radiation, personnel, and patient safety measures. Maintains radiation safety protocol while handling radionuclides and pharmaceuticals used in the department. Completes daily logs and periodic tests performed as required by the license. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
- Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
- Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
- Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
- Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
- Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager’s license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
- Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
- Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
- Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
- Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
- 1 year of experience in a clinical nuclear medicine setting preferred
- Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) by ARRT or NMTCB required
- State Licensure required
- Texas: MRT by TMB
- Louisiana: LRT (N) or (F) by LSRTBE
- New Mexico: NMT by MIRTP NMED
- BLS required
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Part Time
Summary:
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The technologists will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Observe radiation, personnel, and patient safety measures. Maintains radiation safety protocol while handling radionuclides and pharmaceuticals used in the department. Completes daily logs and periodic tests performed as required by the license. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
- Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
- Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
- Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
- Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
- Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager’s license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
- Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
- Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
- Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed.
- Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
- 1 year of experience in a clinical nuclear medicine setting preferred
- Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) by ARRT or NMTCB required
- State Licensure required
- Texas: MRT by TMB
- Louisiana: LRT (N) or (F) by LSRTBE
- New Mexico: NMT by MIRTP NMED
- BLS required
Work Schedule:
PRN
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
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
Summary:
The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and will help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The CT Technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The CT 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 CT Technologist will adhere to and maintain expected imaging competencies as management outlines. 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 CT experience in a Hospital or Clinical setting preferred
- Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- One of the following primary modality certifications is required
- Radiography (R) by ARRT
- Nuclear Medicine Technology by ARRT or NMTCB
- Computed Tomography (CT) by ARRT or NMTCB is required within 1 year of hire (CT required upon hire in the state of New Mexico)
- State Licensure required
- Texas: MRT by TMB
- Louisiana: LRT (R), (N), or (F) by LSRTBE
- New Mexico: CT or FUS by MIRTP NMED
- BLS required
Work Schedule:
2:30PM - 11PM
Work Type:
Full Time
Colorectal Surgery NP/PA - CHRISTUS Health, Alexandria, Louisiana
Robust Multispecialty Network: Over 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 41 specialties in 82 clinic locations throughout Northeast Texas.
Physician-Led Organization: Clinicians have a seat at the table through our Physician Board of Directors.
AI-Enabled Documentation Support: We use an AI-powered clinical documentation solution that saves time and lets you focus on patients, not paperwork.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Sign-on bonus
- Comprehensive malpractice coverage including tail
- Generous PTO and CME allowance
Alexandria, Louisiana, offers a blend of small-town charm, hospitality, and rich local culture with an affordable cost of living. Nature lovers will appreciate the area’s natural beauty and outdoor opportunities. Alexandria is close to Kisatchie National Forest, perfect for hiking, fishing, and camping. The scenic Red River provides boating opportunities and peaceful river views, that offer year-round access to parks and wildlife areas.
Culture is deeply rooted in Alexandria through its cuisine and community traditions. Cajun and Creole dishes are staples in local restaurants and festivals such as Alex River Fête celebrate the area’s food, music, and strong sense of community.
Alexandria provides a range of educational and cultural resources. Louisiana Christian University is nearby, and family-friendly attractions such as the Alexandria Zoo and the T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum offer fun and educational experiences. The Alexandria Museum of Art and the Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center further enrich the community’s cultural life.
Alexandria’s central location within Louisiana makes it a convenient base for travel. It's situated roughly equidistant from Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Shreveport, which makes weekend getaways or business trips easier.
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprising almost 350 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 175 clinics and outpatient centers and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. CHRISTUS Health serves the need of underserved communities in seven (7) U.S., states, Chile, Colombia and six states in Mexico. Our vision is to Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ . A national leader in patient satisfaction, advanced technology and quality initiatives, CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating healthy lives for people and communities.
Requirements:
Must be licensed in the state of Louisiana or be eligible to be licensed
Work Type:
Full Time
Recruiter:
Richelle Howell
Orthopedic NP/PA – CHRISTUS Health, Alexandria, Louisiana
Physician-Led Organization: Clinicians have a seat at the table through our Physician Board of Directors.
AI-Enabled Documentation Support: We use an AI-powered clinical documentation solution that saves time and lets you focus on patients, not paperwork.
Robust Multispecialty Network: Over 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 41 specialties in 82 clinic locations throughout Northeast Texas.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Sign-on bonus
- Comprehensive malpractice coverage including tail
- Generous PTO and CME allowance
Alexandria, Louisiana offers a blend of small-town charm, hospitality, and rich local culture, and affordable cost of living. Nature lovers will appreciate the area’s natural beauty and outdoor opportunities. Alexandria is close to Kisatchie National Forest, perfect for hiking, fishing, and camping. The scenic Red River provides boating opportunities and peaceful river views, while nearby spots like Cotile Lake and Indian Creek offer year-round access to parks and wildlife areas.
Culture is deeply rooted in Alexandria through its cuisine and community traditions. Cajun and Creole dishes are staples in local restaurants and festivals such as Alex River Fête celebrate the area’s food, music, and strong sense of community.
For families and learners of all ages, Alexandria provides a range of educational and cultural resources. Louisiana Christian University is nearby, and family-friendly attractions such as the Alexandria Zoo and the T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum offer fun and educational experiences. The Alexandria Museum of Art and the Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center further enrich the community’s cultural life.
Alexandria’s central location within Louisiana makes it a convenient base for travel. It's situated roughly equidistant from Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Shreveport, which makes weekend getaways or business trips easier.
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprising almost 350 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 175 clinics and outpatient centers and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. CHRISTUS Health serves the need of underserved communities in seven (7) U.S., states, Chile, Colombia and six states in Mexico. Our vision is to Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ . A national leader in patient satisfaction, advanced technology and quality initiatives, CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating healthy lives for people and communities.
Requirements:
Must be licensed in the state of Louisiana or be eligible to be licensed
Work Type:
Full Time
Recruiter:
Richelle Howell
Cardiology NP/PA – CHRISTUS Health, Alexandria, Louisiana
Robust Multispecialty Network: Over 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 41 specialties in 82 clinic locations throughout Northeast Texas.
Physician-Led Organization: Clinicians have a seat at the table through our Physician Board of Directors.
AI-Enabled Documentation Support: We use an AI-powered clinical documentation solution that saves time and lets you focus on patients, not paperwork.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Sign-on bonus
- Comprehensive malpractice coverage including tail
- Generous PTO and CME allowance
Alexandria, Louisiana, offers a blend of small-town charm, hospitality, and rich local culture with an affordable cost of living. Nature lovers will appreciate the area’s natural beauty and outdoor opportunities. Alexandria is close to Kisatchie National Forest, perfect for hiking, fishing, and camping. The scenic Red River provides boating opportunities and peaceful river views, that offer year-round access to parks and wildlife areas.
Culture is deeply rooted in Alexandria through its cuisine and community traditions. Cajun and Creole dishes are staples in local restaurants and festivals such as Alex River Fête celebrate the area’s food, music, and strong sense of community.
For families and learners of all ages, Alexandria provides a range of educational and cultural resources. Louisiana Christian University is nearby, and family-friendly attractions such as the Alexandria Zoo and the T.R.E.E. House Children’s Museum offer fun and educational experiences. The Alexandria Museum of Art and the Coughlin-Saunders Performing Arts Center further enrich the community’s cultural life.
Alexandria’s central location within Louisiana makes it a convenient base for travel. It's situated roughly equidistant from Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and Shreveport, which makes weekend getaways or business trips easier.
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprising almost 350 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 175 clinics and outpatient centers and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. CHRISTUS Health serves the need of underserved communities in seven (7) U.S., states, Chile, Colombia and six states in Mexico. Our vision is to Extend the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ . A national leader in patient satisfaction, advanced technology and quality initiatives, CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Health System is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization dedicated to creating healthy lives for people and communities.
Requirements:
Must be licensed in the state of Louisiana or be eligible to be licensed
Work Type:
Full Time
Recruiter:
Richelle Howell
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
- Requires one of the following within 1 year of hire:
- Sonography (S) by ARRT
- Abdomen (AB) RDMS by ARDMS
- Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by ARDMS
- Prefers one of the following, along with the required:
- Vascular Sonography (VS) by ARRT
- Breast Sonography (BS) by ARRT
- Breast (BR) RDMS by ARDMS
- Adult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by ARDMS
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by ARDMS
- State Licensure is required if in New Mexico
- DMS by MIRTP NMED
- BLS required
In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Full Time
Summary:
Under the supervision of the School Based Health Centers Director, the Nurse Practitioner has the responsibility and accountability for providing primary care to clinic patients as allowed under the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act. Practice will remain within the scope delineated by education/training. The NP provides care and treatment, including routine care to adolescents and children, in accordance with health center policies and protocols. The NP is responsible for participating in development, execution of and periodic review of the written policies governing the services which the health center provides. The NP, in conjunction with the Medical Director, participates in the periodic review of the patient’s health records under his/her care. The NP arranges for or refers patients to needed services that cannot be provided at the health center. The NP assures that adequate patient health records are maintained and transferred as required when patients are referred to other providers.
Responsibilities:
- Provides primary health care in school setting.
- Elicits pertinent medical and psycho-social history including patient profile, chief complaint, and history of present illness, past medical history, social history and review of body systems.
- Performs a physical examination as pertinent, modifying the examination for the nature of the complaint or problem, age/sex of patient and physical / mental condition of the student.
- Orders and /or perform laboratory, x-ray and diagnostic studies appropriate for complaint, age, race, sex and physical condition of student.
- Documents in the medical record according to policy and procedure.
- Allows for privacy and modesty in the provision of care.
- Completes medical evaluation forms including sports physicals and medical home physicals on qualifying students.
- Differentiates between normal and abnormal (including variations of normal) information obtained from history, physical and screening examination of the adolescents and pediatric patients.
- Develops preliminary interpretation of diagnostic test and other data results, (history, physical, laboratory, and x-ray studies) with impression as to severity, etiology and immediacy of patient’s problem.
- Develops plan of care for students with follow up and referrals as needed.
- Applies established therapeutic practices to patient’s problem within the scope of practice demonstrating sound clinical judgement in decision-making.
- Administers / prescribes medications as needed.
- Initiates appropriate management for emergency situations until EMS is available.
- Provides education/training of patient/family member.
- Develops a health management plan considering patient’s problem, age, sex, race and condition and involve patient’s family as appropriate.
- Identifies and documents patient/family educational needs upon initial assessment.
- Identifies barriers to learning.
- Provides teaching based on identified needs. (cultural, ethnic factors, functional)
- Evaluates the effectiveness of instruction provided.
- Advocates on behalf of students concerning physical health issues between parent, physician, and community.
- Demonstrates knowledge of NP specific policies and procedures and the ability to safely and competently perform quality patient care.
- Maintains continuing education as need for licensure.
- Attends hospital-wide and school-based health in-services to maintain and increase knowledge of related issues.
- Demonstrates knowledge of policies, manuals, and chain of communications.
- Obtains necessary training prior to initial procedure/equipment use.
- Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use, adhering to operating guidelines and differentiates between patient complications and equipment malfunction.
- Provides supervision for RN in Center.
- Conducts chart review of RNs maintaining scheduling and forms.
- Conducts annual department competencies checklist with RN.
- Orientates RN to new skills.
- Provides care in the health center when RN is absent.
- Available to RN by telephone for consultation when not on site.
Requirements:
- Master of Science in Nursing
- Minimum one year of experience preferred
- APRN License in state of employment
- RN License in state of employment or compact
- BLS
Work Schedule:
5 Days - 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
