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Location Address:
1010 Spruce StreetEspanola, NM 87532-2724
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $19.14Maximum Offer $29.22
Summary:
Provides assistance and support to surgeons by preparing and providing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures in the Operating Room. Works under the supervision of the surgeon. Facilitates a safe, effective and orderly operating room to maximize patient safety.Follows approved infection control, quality assurance, and department policies and procedures related to the cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments, trays, packs, and reusable medical devices for all hospital departments and PMG clinics.
How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 1.00
Job Exempt: No
Work Shift: Days (United States of America)
Responsibilities:
* Demonstrates ability to problem-solve in relation to the procedure being performed.* Maintain current knowledge of various equipment, procedures and supplies.
* Adheres to proper surgical procedures of aseptic technique and safety in the use of instruments and equipment.
* Performs instrument counts prior to each procedure and maintains an accurate count of sponges, needles, and instruments during the procedure.
* Secures and prepares all supplies, instruments, and equipment required for surgical intervention before procedures.
* Ensures the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in the OR.
* Prepares patient skin for surgical treatment.
* Position and re-position patient during surgery.
* Helps monitor patients during surgery.
* Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase.
* Performs scrub functions.
* Ensures that specimens are correctly handled and routed to the proper source.
* Maintains current knowledge of anatomy/physiology and medications used intraoperatively.
* Keeps current with developments in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and
publications. Follows all federal, state and departmental safety procedures.
* Identifies, inspects, and assembles all laser, endoscopic, general, and specialty instruments and equipment per specifications and manufacturer recommendations.
*Adherence to proper attire within restricted and semi-restricted areas.
*Adherence to donning and doffing of PPE requirements with proper hand hygiene practices.
*Adherence to workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological and chemical indicator monitoring.
* Inspects, cleans, prepares, assembles, and sterilizes instruments and trays.
*Decontaminates, performs high level disinfection and stores GI flexible endoscopes.
*Processes instrumentation according to instructions for use.
*Selects and operates specialized cleaning equipment.
*Follow manufacturer guidelines for use of indicators for daily equipment performance testing of washers and sterilizers.
*Meet regulatory requirements for sterilization, high level disinfection, biological monitoring, and employee competencies.
*According to manufacturer guidelines, selects and prepares packing materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation.
*Selects appropriate method of sterilization.
*Properly loads and unloads sterilization cart items.
*Verifies that sterilization parameters have been met before distribution.
*Validates and maintains: event related protocols; disinfection and/or sterilization load parameters and records.
*Accurately documents and maintains daily records of all QA and sterilization functions according to regulatory agency and Infection Control standards.
* Inventories, restocks, and distributes instruments and medical equipment for the Perioperative department, other hospital departments and PMG Clinics.
*Performs other functions as required.
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or GED required.Scrub various types of basic surgical procedures: general, OB/gyn, urology, gastroenterology
Current BLS required.
Short-term training in operating room setting preferred.
Previous experience with handling of sterile supplies and/or instruments preferred.
Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment. Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
Location Address:
2100 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr BlvdClovis, NM 88101-9412
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $19.14Maximum Offer $29.22
Summary:
Provides assistance and support to surgeons by preparing and providing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures in the Operating Room. Works under the supervision of the surgeon. Facilitates a safe, effective and orderly operating room to maximize patient safety.Follows approved infection control, quality assurance, and department policies and procedures related to the cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, and sterilization of surgical instruments, trays, packs, and reusable medical devices for all hospital departments and PMG clinics.
How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 0.90
Job Exempt: No
Work Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)
Responsibilities:
* Demonstrates ability to problem-solve in relation to the procedure being performed.* Maintain current knowledge of various equipment, procedures and supplies.
* Adheres to proper surgical procedures of aseptic technique and safety in the use of instruments and equipment.
* Performs instrument counts prior to each procedure and maintains an accurate count of sponges, needles, and instruments during the procedure.
* Secures and prepares all supplies, instruments, and equipment required for surgical intervention before procedures.
* Ensures the preparation and maintenance of the sterile field in the OR.
* Prepares patient skin for surgical treatment.
* Position and re-position patient during surgery.
* Helps monitor patients during surgery.
* Provide supportive care during the pre-operative phase.
* Performs scrub functions.
* Ensures that specimens are correctly handled and routed to the proper source.
* Maintains current knowledge of anatomy/physiology and medications used intraoperatively.
* Keeps current with developments in the field through participation in seminars, workshops and
publications. Follows all federal, state and departmental safety procedures.
* Identifies, inspects, and assembles all laser, endoscopic, general, and specialty instruments and equipment per specifications and manufacturer recommendations.
*Adherence to proper attire within restricted and semi-restricted areas.
*Adherence to donning and doffing of PPE requirements with proper hand hygiene practices.
*Adherence to workflow patterns, standard precautions, sterility assurance, biological and chemical indicator monitoring.
* Inspects, cleans, prepares, assembles, and sterilizes instruments and trays.
*Decontaminates, performs high level disinfection and stores GI flexible endoscopes.
*Processes instrumentation according to instructions for use.
*Selects and operates specialized cleaning equipment.
*Follow manufacturer guidelines for use of indicators for daily equipment performance testing of washers and sterilizers.
*Meet regulatory requirements for sterilization, high level disinfection, biological monitoring, and employee competencies.
*According to manufacturer guidelines, selects and prepares packing materials for the sterilization of reusable instrumentation.
*Selects appropriate method of sterilization.
*Properly loads and unloads sterilization cart items.
*Verifies that sterilization parameters have been met before distribution.
*Validates and maintains: event related protocols; disinfection and/or sterilization load parameters and records.
*Accurately documents and maintains daily records of all QA and sterilization functions according to regulatory agency and Infection Control standards.
* Inventories, restocks, and distributes instruments and medical equipment for the Perioperative department, other hospital departments and PMG Clinics.
*Performs other functions as required.
Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or GED required.Scrub various types of basic surgical procedures: general, OB/gyn, urology, gastroenterology
Current BLS required.
Short-term training in operating room setting preferred.
Previous experience with handling of sterile supplies and/or instruments preferred.
Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment. Working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
Nurse Extern Career Opportunity
CNA License and Completed Fundamentals are required for this position
Encompass Health: Where Nursing Meets Heart, Home, and Healing
Looking for a nursing career rooted in purpose, close to your heart and home? At Encompass Health, you'll play a vital role in patients' recoveries-providing individualized, compassionate care that makes a lasting impact. Here, small victories add up to monumental change, and you'll thrive in an environment built on support, advanced resources, and teamwork.
A Glimpse into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and Benefits
Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and start on day one:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
- Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
- Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
- Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
Realize Your Vision as a New Registered Nurse
- Assists patients with daily activities as delegated by the rehabilitation team.
- Communicates patient concerns and changes in condition to rehabilitation nurses or therapists.
- Documents appropriate patient information in their medical records.
- Obtains vital signs and records in the electronic medical record.
- Performs special procedures including the collection of urine, stool, and sputum.
- Reviews treatments/ADLs/hygiene with patients and families.
- Assists patients with feeding and attends Therapeutic Dining Group as indicated.
- Assists patients with body mechanics.
- Helps maintain clean and healthy environment for the patient.
- Assists with equipment care.
Qualifications
- BLS (CPR) required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire within this role.
- Part-time or full-time active student status.
- Successful completion of the first term of nursing courses of a professional Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
- Must be currently enrolled and in good academic standing in a professional Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
- Initial term including didactic/skills lab must include fundamentals of nursing or course equivalent.
- Return of one or two (if available) instructor evaluations indicating satisfactory performance of fundamental nursing skills.
- Successful completion of preceptor tool and core competency at 90 days and annually.
- Must present proof of continued enrollment and passing grade in nursing classes each semester until graduation and remain in good academic standing.
- One year experience in inpatient clinical setting preferred.
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.
The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.
As a Registered Nurse Pediatrics Intermediate Care, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn –whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.
Job Summary and QualificationsI. Position Summary:
The pediatric acute care nurse practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. Independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. The pediatric acute care nurse demonstrates knowledge within the competency domains of Patient and Family Centered Care, Evidence Based Practice, Safety, Continuous Quality Improvement, Teamwork, Informatics, Professionalism, and Leadership.
The pediatric acute care nurse works closely with the inter-professional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding their knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients. Complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by this position. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE: Recognizes the patient (or the patient's designee) as the source of control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient's preferences, values, and needs.
§ Manage more complex patient care assignments appropriate to skill level
§ Participate in building consensus and resolving conflict in the context of patient care
§ Able to speak to the patient about advanced care planning, values and end-of- life care
§ Evaluate and consider the implementation of alternative approaches to establishing a healing environment
§ Engage in problem solving to address complex issues regarding the delivery of safer, patient-and family- centered care
EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE AND RESEARCH: Evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values for delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness
§ Utilize the EBP process generates clinical questions, searches and evaluates the quality of evidence, considers expert clinical knowledge and patient preferences and values, and applies it to practice
§ Recognize and communicate the need for revision of hospital and departmental policies, procedures, practice guidelines, and /or measures for clinical practice evaluation
Department Name: Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit Employee Name:
Job Title: Pediatric Acute Care Nurse
Reports to (Title): Patient Care Director Supervises (Positions): None
My signature below indicates that I have reviewed the job requirements
and verify that I can perform the essential functions of this position. I
also verify that my supervisor has reviewed the job expectations with me,
and I understand how and when I will be evaluated.
Employee Signature:
Date: My signature below indicates that I have reviewed this job description/evaluation form with the employee and that I have answered all questions concerning the expectations of the position. Supervisor or HR: Date:
Reason for Review (including date):
Hire Date: _________________ 90 Day _______________ Annual Review Date: _______________
SAFETY: Minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance.
§ Serve as resource person for safety concerns
§ Demonstrate skills in problem solving, conflict resolution, and negotiation
§ Participate appropriately in analyzing errors and designing system improvements
CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT: Utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable
§ Participate in the design, review, and evaluation of QI data and initiatives at the unit level
§ Integrate QI initiatives into individual plan of care
§ Contribute to efforts to improve the quality of health care
TEAMWORK: Effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in their efforts to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within an inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams.
§ Assert your own position or perspective, and supports discussions about patient care and the work environment
§ Initiate a plan for self-development as a team member and in partnership with the department leader(s)
§ Apply leadership skills that support collaborative practice and team effectiveness
§ Demonstrate team values that highlight that we care about performance, the success of others and the organization
INFORMATICS: Utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum.
§ Serve as a resource for other nurses in for how to document and plan nursing care utilizing technology
§ Models’ behaviors that support the appropriate use of clinical systems and technology in providing safe patient care
§ Promote communication technologies that support clinical decision making, error prevention, care coordination and, protection of patient privacy
§ With nursing colleagues, act as a champion for clear, concise, and timely documentation
§ Integrate the use of clinical information systems to coordinate and anticipate care across the continuum
PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through life-long learning, adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization, and advancing community outreach.
§ Promote identification and discussion of ethical concerns
§ Prepare for certification in a specialty
§ Foster and support the development of others through precepting
§ Identify opportunities for improved processes related to moral and ethical dilemmas
§ Promote the ANA's Code of Ethics for Nurses and professional nursing and organizational standards
§ Actively delivers constructive feedback to peers with the purpose of fostering development and improving performance
LEADERSHIP: Collaborates and applies innovative, evidence-based problem-solving and decision making to promote effective change leadership in support of HCA HealthONE Presbyterian/St. Luke’s and Rocky Mountain Children’s vision.
§ Communicate confidently, adapting one's own style of communicating to meet the needs of the team and situation
§ Identify and embrace the need for change and new approaches to care when supported by evidence
§ Demonstrate appropriate use and allocation of resources
§ Establish oneself as a credible health care provider and resource
§ Identify diverse viewpoints and manages conflict
At HCA HealthONE Presbyterian/St. Luke’s and Rocky Mountain Children’s, we expect our iCARE behavioral standards to be reflected in the way every employee interacts with co-workers, providers, patients, and family members, and others in the community.
§ Integrity – We are honest and do what we say
§ Compassion – We are sympathetic to the needs of others
§ Accountability – We take ownership of how our actions and behaviors impact outcomes
§ Respect – We value others and embrace diversity
§ Excellence – We take personal pride in exceeding expectations
II. Position Requirements:
A. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure in the State of Colorado as a Registered Nurse or current active multistate Registered Nurse license. Current BLS required. PALS within 6 months of hire.
B. Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
C. Experience: At least one year of acute care/specialty nursing is preferred.
D. Special Qualifications: Demonstrates good organizational skills. Provides safe and appropriate care within the Standards of Nursing Practice at HCA HealthONE PSL/RMC. Demonstrates good critical thinking skills. Communicates positively and professionally.
BenefitsHCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
"Nurses play a pivotal role and are the backbone of healthcare delivery. At HCA Healthcare, we are dedicated to ensuring nurses have necessary tools and resources to provide world-class patient care, advocating for the profession and helping to shape the future of nursing."
Sammie Mosier, DHA, MA, BSN, NE-BC
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, HCA Healthcare
HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow® urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONE’s acute care hospitals is Presbyterian/St. Luke’s (P/SL). P/SL has been meeting the healthcare needs of patients and their families from across the Rocky Mountain region for more than 140 years. Included on the P/SL campus is Rocky Mountain Children’s, a dedicated pediatric hospital, making the campus the only tertiary/quaternary combined pediatric and adult hospital in this region. P/SL is home to an award-winning cancer program including the Colorado Blood Cancer Institute, a solid organ transplant program, and complex orthopedics. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Nurse Pediatrics Intermediate Care opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.
The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.
As a Registered Nurse Pediatrics Intermediate Care, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn –whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.
Job Summary and QualificationsI. Position Summary:
The pediatric acute care nurse practices as a full partner on the health care team and consistently demonstrates safe practice within the organizational professional practice model. Independently provides patient care through the application of the nursing process and accepts accountability for the nursing care of assigned patients. The pediatric acute care nurse demonstrates knowledge within the competency domains of Patient and Family Centered Care, Evidence Based Practice, Safety, Continuous Quality Improvement, Teamwork, Informatics, Professionalism, and Leadership.
The pediatric acute care nurse works closely with the inter-professional health care team to facilitate the coordination of care across the continuum. The nurse focuses on expanding their knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care based on physical, psychosocial, cultural, educational, safety, and age-appropriate considerations of assigned patients. Complies with all regulations and standards of regulatory and accrediting bodies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by this position. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE: Recognizes the patient (or the patient's designee) as the source of control and full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient's preferences, values, and needs.
§ Manage more complex patient care assignments appropriate to skill level
§ Participate in building consensus and resolving conflict in the context of patient care
§ Able to speak to the patient about advanced care planning, values and end-of- life care
§ Evaluate and consider the implementation of alternative approaches to establishing a healing environment
§ Engage in problem solving to address complex issues regarding the delivery of safer, patient-and family- centered care
EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE AND RESEARCH: Evaluates and integrates best current evidence with clinical expertise and patient/family preferences and values for delivery of optimal health care and system effectiveness
§ Utilize the EBP process generates clinical questions, searches and evaluates the quality of evidence, considers expert clinical knowledge and patient preferences and values, and applies it to practice
§ Recognize and communicate the need for revision of hospital and departmental policies, procedures, practice guidelines, and /or measures for clinical practice evaluation
Department Name: Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit Employee Name:
Job Title: Pediatric Acute Care Nurse
Reports to (Title): Patient Care Director Supervises (Positions): None
My signature below indicates that I have reviewed the job requirements
and verify that I can perform the essential functions of this position. I
also verify that my supervisor has reviewed the job expectations with me,
and I understand how and when I will be evaluated.
Employee Signature:
Date: My signature below indicates that I have reviewed this job description/evaluation form with the employee and that I have answered all questions concerning the expectations of the position. Supervisor or HR: Date:
Reason for Review (including date):
Hire Date: _________________ 90 Day _______________ Annual Review Date: _______________
SAFETY: Minimizes risk of harm to patients, families, providers and self through system effectiveness and individual performance.
§ Serve as resource person for safety concerns
§ Demonstrate skills in problem solving, conflict resolution, and negotiation
§ Participate appropriately in analyzing errors and designing system improvements
CONTINUOUS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT: Utilizes data and QI methods to identify potential and actual problems and opportunities to provide care that is safe, timely, efficient, effective, and equitable
§ Participate in the design, review, and evaluation of QI data and initiatives at the unit level
§ Integrate QI initiatives into individual plan of care
§ Contribute to efforts to improve the quality of health care
TEAMWORK: Effectively engages in the process of cooperation, coordination, and collaboration in their efforts to provide for safe, quality outcomes for patients within an inter and intra-professional teams, including virtual teams.
§ Assert your own position or perspective, and supports discussions about patient care and the work environment
§ Initiate a plan for self-development as a team member and in partnership with the department leader(s)
§ Apply leadership skills that support collaborative practice and team effectiveness
§ Demonstrate team values that highlight that we care about performance, the success of others and the organization
INFORMATICS: Utilizes appropriate information and technology to communicate, manage knowledge, mitigate error, and support decision making across the continuum.
§ Serve as a resource for other nurses in for how to document and plan nursing care utilizing technology
§ Models’ behaviors that support the appropriate use of clinical systems and technology in providing safe patient care
§ Promote communication technologies that support clinical decision making, error prevention, care coordination and, protection of patient privacy
§ With nursing colleagues, act as a champion for clear, concise, and timely documentation
§ Integrate the use of clinical information systems to coordinate and anticipate care across the continuum
PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrates a commitment to the nursing profession through life-long learning, adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, participation in a professional organization, and advancing community outreach.
§ Promote identification and discussion of ethical concerns
§ Prepare for certification in a specialty
§ Foster and support the development of others through precepting
§ Identify opportunities for improved processes related to moral and ethical dilemmas
§ Promote the ANA's Code of Ethics for Nurses and professional nursing and organizational standards
§ Actively delivers constructive feedback to peers with the purpose of fostering development and improving performance
LEADERSHIP: Collaborates and applies innovative, evidence-based problem-solving and decision making to promote effective change leadership in support of HCA HealthONE Presbyterian/St. Luke’s and Rocky Mountain Children’s vision.
§ Communicate confidently, adapting one's own style of communicating to meet the needs of the team and situation
§ Identify and embrace the need for change and new approaches to care when supported by evidence
§ Demonstrate appropriate use and allocation of resources
§ Establish oneself as a credible health care provider and resource
§ Identify diverse viewpoints and manages conflict
At HCA HealthONE Presbyterian/St. Luke’s and Rocky Mountain Children’s, we expect our iCARE behavioral standards to be reflected in the way every employee interacts with co-workers, providers, patients, and family members, and others in the community.
§ Integrity – We are honest and do what we say
§ Compassion – We are sympathetic to the needs of others
§ Accountability – We take ownership of how our actions and behaviors impact outcomes
§ Respect – We value others and embrace diversity
§ Excellence – We take personal pride in exceeding expectations
II. Position Requirements:
A. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current licensure in the State of Colorado as a Registered Nurse or current active multistate Registered Nurse license. Current BLS required. PALS within 6 months of hire.
B. Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
C. Experience: At least one year of acute care/specialty nursing is preferred.
D. Special Qualifications: Demonstrates good organizational skills. Provides safe and appropriate care within the Standards of Nursing Practice at HCA HealthONE PSL/RMC. Demonstrates good critical thinking skills. Communicates positively and professionally.
BenefitsHCA HealthONE Rocky Mountain Children's, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
- Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
- Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
- Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
- Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
- Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
"Nurses play a pivotal role and are the backbone of healthcare delivery. At HCA Healthcare, we are dedicated to ensuring nurses have necessary tools and resources to provide world-class patient care, advocating for the profession and helping to shape the future of nursing."
Sammie Mosier, DHA, MA, BSN, NE-BC
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, HCA Healthcare
HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow® urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONE’s acute care hospitals is Presbyterian/St. Luke’s (P/SL). P/SL has been meeting the healthcare needs of patients and their families from across the Rocky Mountain region for more than 140 years. Included on the P/SL campus is Rocky Mountain Children’s, a dedicated pediatric hospital, making the campus the only tertiary/quaternary combined pediatric and adult hospital in this region. P/SL is home to an award-winning cancer program including the Colorado Blood Cancer Institute, a solid organ transplant program, and complex orthopedics. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Nurse Pediatrics Intermediate Care opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.
OUR MISSION AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The MENTOR Network is a mission-based organization dedicated to providing high quality services to those we serve. Therefore, to deliver on our mission, The Network expects every employee to perform his or her job first and foremost in accordance with the Company’s mission.
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, PRN
Range: $30 to $40 per hour
This position will provide full-time coverage for two leaves from March through August, then transition to a PRN schedule once the leave coverage concludes.
Sign On Bonus:
A $1,000 bonus will be paid after the first 12 weeks of employment, and an additional $2,000 will be paid after the second 12 weeks.
OUR MISSION AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The MENTOR Network is a mission-based organization dedicated to providing high quality services to those we serve. Therefore, to deliver on our mission, The Network expects every employee to perform his or her job first and foremost in accordance with the Company’s mission.
SUMMARY
Administers occupational therapy treatment to program participants according to a program plan developed by a licensed occupational therapist.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function listed below:
- Assures all program participants receive scheduled occupational therapy treatments and documents therapy sessions.
- Performs active, passive and/or resistive therapeutic exercises, general therapy principles on program participants.
- Demonstrates knowledge of indications and contra-indications of heating modalities and techniques.
- Fabricates appropriate splints under instruction of occupational therapist and instructs program participant in splint wear and care.
- Trains program participants in homebound and community level, including endurance training.
- Maintains a good working knowledge of occupational therapy equipment and therapeutic exercise treatments.
- Confers with staff members and other health care members to exchange, discuss and evaluate program participant information for modifying and coordinating current treatment program and participates in treatment planning with trans-disciplinary team as requested. Adheres to ethics of confidentiality.
- Takes inventory of current occupational therapy equipment and confers with department regarding current status and future needs. Requests supplies as needed.
- Maintains or checks daily billing logs for program participants.
- Follows daily scheduling patterns, communicates with staff, and adjusts schedules as needed for flexibility.
- Performs other related duties and activities as required.
Minimum Knowledge and Skills required by the Job
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required to perform the job:
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma and graduate of an accredited COTA program with A.A.S. in OT
- Two years’ experience in neuro–rehabilitation preferred
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
- Licensed as COTA/L in State.
Other Requirements:
- Travel as needed
Physical Requirements:
- Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
AMERICAN WITH DISABILITY STATEMENT
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with assistance of a reasonable accommodations to be determined on a case by case basis.
Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.
We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.
As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
PRN as needed.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
EXPERIENCE
- Three years’ experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
- CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and
- Must have one of the following:
• ARRT-N - Radiologic Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Tech (ARRT)
• CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging / difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills.
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers.
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
- Guides and mentors Nuclear Medicine Technologist I and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.
- Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written) communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional, providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs nuclear medicine procedures. Nuclear medicine is a modality of radiology that uses radioactive substances.
- Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes: positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications and limitations associated with certain procedures.
- Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or therapeutic interventions, including assisting with sterile technique.
- Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Uses ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to protect patients, staff and general public, and follows radiation safety standards. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with radiation safety and infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
- Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety. Reports “near misses” and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate.
- Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
- Assists with implementation and education of department based safety initiatives and standards of practice.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Actively participates in special projects, department initiatives or shared governance activities and seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis.
- Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co-workers (Nuclear Medicine Technologist I) in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* Yes
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
EXPERIENCE
- Three years’ experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
- CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and
- Must have one of the following:
• ARRT-N - Radiologic Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Tech (ARRT)
• CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB)
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
EXPERIENCE
- One year of work or training experience in a hospital laboratory preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- Must have one of the following within one year of hire/transfer into this role:
•MLT – Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP)
•CLA – Certified Laboratory Assistant (ASCP)
•MLT – Medical Laboratory Technician (AMT)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities including organizing heavy workflow with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and ability to achieve and maintain accuracy
- Demonstrates independent judgment and discretion to recognize problems, identify causes and take corrective action
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital/Laboratory Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and testing records and other related documents
- Demonstrates the ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision
- Ability to recognize changes that are critical to patient care
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
- Teaches students, new employees and others as assigned by Manager.
- Participates in laboratory and organization wide initiatives.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs qualitative and quantitative tests and examination using various analyzers and/or manual methods.
- Organizes workload and sets priorities. Utilizes all available work time by assisting others and performing additional tasks.
- Meets turnaround time expectations as defined by management.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Demonstrates the six elements of competency for test systems used to generate patient test results in all areas assigned to work.
- Recognizes, investigates and helps resolve test discrepancies. When problems arise, takes appropriate action to investigate and address and notifies management and the medical director for follow-up.
- Performs instrument calibrations, validations, quality control testing, maintenance, and function checks.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Adjusts work schedule to accommodate departmental/organizational needs. Appropriately utilizes the time recording system.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Restocks section inventory levels as needed.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development.
- Reviews and utilizes Standard Operating Procedure and offers suggestions for improvement.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: Yes
- Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* Yes
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
EXPERIENCE
- One year of work or training experience in a hospital laboratory preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- Must have one of the following within one year of hire/transfer into this role:
• MLT – Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP)
• CLA – Certified Laboratory Assistant (ASCP)
• MLT – Medical Laboratory Technician (AMT)
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
EXPERIENCE
- None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- Must have one of the following certifications:
ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT);
ARRT-N - Radiologic Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Tech (ARRT);
ARRT-THR - Radiologic Technologist - Radiation Therapy (ARRT);
CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) and - ARRT-CT - Radiologic Technologist - Computed Tomography (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologist_PSV within 6 months and
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem-solving
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
- Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.
- Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs diagnostic radiology procedures to include common and special CT exams. CT exams use x-ray images and computer processing to generate pictures of tissue densities through the patient's body.
- Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes: positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications and limitations associated with certain procedures.
- Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or special procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
- Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Uses ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to protect patients, staff and general public, and follows radiation safety standards. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with radiation safety and infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
- Reports “near misses” and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
- Performs daily imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
- Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in department projects or shared governance activities. Assumes responsibility for growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Technologist.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* Yes
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
EXPERIENCE
- None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- Must have one of the following certifications:
ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT);
ARRT-N - Radiologic Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Tech (ARRT);
ARRT-THR - Radiologic Technologist - Radiation Therapy (ARRT);
CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) and - ARRT-CT - Radiologic Technologist - Computed Tomography (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologist_PSV within 6 months and
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
5-8-hour shifts Monday through Friday 9:30 am to 6:00 pm
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
EXPERIENCE
- None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
- Must have one of the following: ARRT-NMT or CNMT-NMTCB
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
- Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
- Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.
- Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs nuclear medicine procedures. Nuclear medicine is a modality of radiology that uses radioactive substances.
- Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes: positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications and limitations associated with certain procedures.
- Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or therapeutic interventions, including assisting with sterile technique
- Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Uses ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to protect patients, staff and general public, and follows radiation safety standards. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with radiation safety and infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
- Reports “near misses” and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
- Performs daily imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
- Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Participates in department projects or shared governance activities. Assumes responsibility for growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education.
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a technologist.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* Yes
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section
EXPERIENCE
- None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
- Must have one of the following: ARRT-NMT or CNMT-NMTCB
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.