Discover Vanderbilt Health: With eight hospitals and over 180 clinics, we are the region’s largest comprehensive academic health system. Vanderbilt Health has a long tradition of providing world-class care to the people of the Mid-South, living out our mission of moving medicine forward through preeminent programs in patient care, education and research. Here you’ll find a spirit of collaboration and a supportive community where your expertise is valued, your knowledge expanded and your uniqueness celebrated. We are committed to fostering an environment where talented, compassionate people are united in bringing the most advanced care to our neighbors throughout the region.

Organization:

CHOC Rutherford County Clinics

Job Summary:

Supports the licensed healthcare team in performing office examinations and procedures by organizing and managing clinic patient flow, gathering and documenting patient screening data, assist with patient and family education and communication with patient's health care team.

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MA certification organizations recognized by Vanderbilt Health as well as the website link to see information on their certification process:

• AMT (America Medical Technologists) - https://www.americanmedtech.org/Medical-Assistant
• AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants) - https://www.aama-ntl.org/cma-aama-exam
• NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) - https://www.ncctinc.com/certifications/ma
• NHA (National Health Career Association) - https://www.nhanow.com/certifications/clinical-medical-assistant
  • Can sit for exam if they have 12 months of patient care experience.
• NAHP (National Association for Health Professionals) - https://nahpusa.com/nrcma

Consideration may be given to candidates that can obtain certification within 120 days, in accordance with state guidelines

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Directs and supports patient flow as well as unit operations by maintaining supplies, equipment and unit environmental standards.
• Facilitates identification of resources to meet patient healthcare needs.
• Performs/assists with procedures according to organizational/departmental standards.
• Collects and documents patient screening data for the healthcare team.
• Assists with patient and family education.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
• Planning & Organizing (Fundamental Awareness): Demonstrates ability to anticipate basic resource needs, identify discrete tasks, set priorities, define dependencies, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work for own assignments and responsibilities. Appropriately matches equipment, and capital resources to task demands. Prepares and presents clear and accurate status reports on projects and assignments.
• Clinical Competencies (Novice): Demonstrates sufficient fundamental proficiency to assist and perform clinical care including but not limited to vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, medication administration and point of care testing as directed by unit standards.
• Environment of Care (Novice): Demonstrates sufficient fundamental proficiency with set up and maintenance of patient exam room, supplies and equipment.
• Clinical Patient Documentation (Fundamental Awareness): Has limited experience or training working with clinical applications for patient documentation.

Our clinical and nursing support roles are at the center of all we do, helping us be the world leader in advancing personalized health. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at Vanderbilt Health for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce.

Core Accountabilities:

* Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. * Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. * Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. * Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.- Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.- Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

Less than 1 year

Education:

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity.  EOE/Vets/Disabled.

SUMMARY:

Cleans and maintains assigned areas of the hospital in a sanitary, orderly, and attractive condition.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sweeps and mops floor areas, vacuums/spot cleans carpets using appropriate solution; arranges furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion after cleaning assigned areas.
• Routinely climbs ladder to hang cubicle/window drapes, or reach high areas for other cleaning purposes.
• Accurately selects cleaning materials and supplies and prepares solutions according to procedure; loads service cart and transports to work area.
• Competently operates various types of equipment, both mechanical and electrical (i.e., buffers, scrubbers). Reports malfunctions immediately.
• Routinely collects medical waste as established by Infection Control Committee.
• Demonstrates responsibility for maintaining floors by sweeping, mopping, applying floor finishes/polishing; strips floors of finish as required.
• Demonstrates responsibility for arranging and moving furniture as requested.
• Demonstrates thoroughness in cleaning assigned areas by washing furnishings, floors and equipment with special cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent the spread of disease.
• Thoroughly washes walls, ceilings, and inside windows using appropriate solutions; washes outside windows and screens as required.
• Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner at all times.
• Properly completes patient room/discharge cleaning according to departmental and infection control policies

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Is responsible for ongoing development of his/her work skills through the use of available resources (i.e.: in-services, formal educational programs, other work groups and on-the-job training).
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-services and/or reviews documentation as required.
• Assists in the orientation of others and actively participates in mentoring.
• Performs analytical and decision making functions with minimal supervision.
• Recognizes and seeks assistance/consultation when appropriate.
• Demonstrates an understanding of relative Hospital and all-departmental policies and procedures including safety issues.
• Possesses awareness of programs/services provided by Hospital and where they are located.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED, or equivalent related work experience.

Pay Range: 

$19.53-$28.52

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

24hrs days EOH/EOW 7:00am to 3:30pm

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East

SUMMARY: Reports to Manager, Retail Pharmacy Services. Under the supervision of a Pharmacist and direction of the Pharmacy Technician Group Leader, the Pharmacy Technician Specialist rotates to all applicable work assignments and work shift as business need dictates and contingent upon individual demonstrated competency of necessary skills and knowledge for the respective area.Utilizes experience-based knowledge to perform more advanced technical functions in preparing, formulating and packaging medication and pharmaceutical supplies. Assists the Pharmacy Technician Group leader to coordinate activities in keeping with the scope of services provided, and with consideration to the age of the patients/customers being served. Interacts professionally as needed with patients/customers, practitioners and their support personnel to obtain accurate information, including insurance information, needed to process patient/customer prescriptions, and to process accurate payment transactions. Accesses, inputs and retrieves necessary information using multiple pharmacy system applications. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Exhibits a friendly, pleasant and helpful nature demonstrating a strong customer service orientation when interacting with patients/customers, practitioners, and support personnel. Responds to questions relative to cost and availability of medication and pharmaceutical supplies. Informs patients/customers, practitioners and their support personnel of wait times and any issues regarding drug availability, including advising on the refill authorization process for expired prescription orders. Protects and maintains patient/customer confidentiality while collecting patient/customer personal information necessary for filling prescriptions such as name, address, date of birth and insurance information. Enters pertinent patient/customer data into appropriate pharmacy systems in order to ensure accurate charging for services and processing of insurance billing/payment as well as patient/customer co-pay information. Collects and processes payment for patient/customer transactions. Assists patients/customers in resolving identified problems. Refers patients/customer questions concerning medications and drug interactions to the pharmacist on duty. Determines patient needs and as appropriate, facilitates referral to case management, if required. Promotes and facilitates available pharmacy services including delivery of prescriptions and/or medical equipment to discharged patient’s bedside. Rotates to all applicable work assignments and work shifts as business need dictates and contingent upon individual demonstrated competency of necessary skills and knowledge for the respective area. Assumes responsibility for assigned areas of the pharmacy including inventory management, medication purchasing, medication compounding and repackaging, dispensing, and sales. Prepares, formulates and packages medications including hazardous substances, controlled substances, and other pharmaceutical supplies under the immediate supervision of a pharmacist. Coordinates quality assurance activities for assigned areas of the pharmacy. Ensures medication supply areas are neat and orderly, chemotherapy agents are appropriately segregated, and all medications are stored under proper conditions for light, temperature, and sanitation. Participates in quality assessment and improvement activities and medication safety initiatives of the pharmacy. Utilizes approved process for reporting actual, prevented and near miss medication errors. Acknowledges and demonstrates professionalism for self and others. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE &BASIC KNOWLEDGE: High school graduate or equivalent degree. Completion of one to two years of college preferred. Maintains current unrestricted Rhode Island Pharmacy Technician licensure. Holds and maintains current National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) or has a minimum of one-year licensed pharmacy technician work experience, sits for National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) exam within first 6 months of hire, and achieves and maintains National Pharmacy Technician Certification (CPhT) within 12 months of hire. Must possess solid computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, as well as email and calendar applications.Must be comfortable in using internet web applications and multiple pharmacy system applications. Strong customer service presence and verbal and written communication skills necessary to interact effectively with patients/customers, practitioners and ancillary staff. Work is exacting and requires the ability to maintain attention to detail in a high paced environment to avoid errors in medication dispensing and payment transactions. Must be able to multi-task and reprioritize as needed while maintaining accuracy and service standards. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have the physical ability to lift, carry and maneuver medication delivery equipment and pharmaceutical related inventories, requiring the ability to grasp instruments and use finger dexterity.Work may require extended periods of time spent standing and walking. Work requires the visual acuity and manual dexterity necessary to operate a personal computer, to accurately input data into various applications and systems, and to navigate screens on computer monitors. New hires into this position must successfully pass a drug screen in conformance with Rhode Island State Law. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within department policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$25.42-$26.50

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

593 Eddy Street - Main - N/A Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

12:30- 9:00 pm

Work Shift:

Evening

Driving Required:

No

Union:

International Brotherhood Teamsters

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Medical Assistant, NW Family Medicine Suite, Herndon and Millburn Care Center
Full Time, Mon-Fri, 8-hour shift

Reporting to the Practice Manager, this position is the first clinical point of contact for SAMP patients and create the first impression of the medical office and works under the direct clinical supervision and authority of the physician when performing clinical tasks during patient care and reports to the office coordinator/shift supervisor on administrative/operational issues. The Back Office Medical Assistant is an expert at providing excellent customer/patient services via phone and in person. The employee will work collaboratively with all service staff in support of direct patient services, exhibiting flexibility, and embodying a “can do” attitude. The position exemplifies the core values and mission of the organization, always exercising utmost discretion, diplomacy, and tact in patient/staff interactions. 

Requirements

1. High school diploma or equivalent is required.  
2. Completion of a Medical Assistant program or two (2) years of prior experience as a Medical Assistant is required. 
3. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR card is required.  
4. Exceptional verbal and written communications skills are required. 
5. Attention to detail, ability to multi-task and flexibility is required. 
6. Strong computer skills with experience and proficiency with medical systems is required. 
7. Ability to operate general office business machines (e.g., fax, copiers, etc.) is required. 
8. Knowledge of Medical Terminology is required. 
9. Strong multi-tasking, planning, organization skills and ability to work independently as well as within a team is required.

Pay Range

$23.00 - $29.61

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

Reporting to the Practice Coordinator, Interventional Radiology, this position is responsible for performing routine and specialized radiographic procedures in the Special Procedures areas, providing patient care and physician assistance during the performance of those procedures.

Requirements

1. High school diploma or equivalent is required.
2. Graduate of an accredited program of Radiologic Technology is required.
3. Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) certification issued by the California Department of Public Health-Radiologic Health Branch (CDPH-RHB) is required.
4. American Registry Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification in Radiography is preferred.
5. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR card is required.
6. Experience in Diagnostic Radiology is preferred.
7. Knowledge of contrast media, radiation physics, anatomy and radiographic positioning, as well as familiarity with a variety of radiographic and support equipment, including the ability to independently operate and troubleshoot the equipment is required.

Pay Range

$40.38 - $56.54

May be adjusted based on career ladder placement.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Join the MercyOne Family!

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for preparing the operating room for the surgical procedure including the instruments, equipment, and supplies. They must maintain the sterile field during the surgical procedure. Types of procedures can include Colonoscopies, Endoscopies, Cateracts and general procedures. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision, values, and cultural beliefs of MercyOne.

Schedule:

• Part-time, 20 hours per week with an option to work up to full-time hours
• Shift: Day
• No weekends/holidays/on call

General Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology; completion of surgical tech apprenticeship or military program.
• Or graduate of an LPN program with Surgical experience; or equivalent experience to demonstrate competency.
• CST certification preferred but not required in Iowa. CST certification is required if working in Illinois. LPN license is required if you are a graduate of an LPN program.
• No prior experience is required, but (2-5) years strongly preferred
• BLS. Mandatory Reporter.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people; ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence and accountability; and the ability to accept responsibility for the direction, control or planning of an activity.
• Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System’s circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Evening Shift

Description:

1. High school diploma or equivalent is required. 

2. Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant through the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is required. 

3. Two (2) years of experience in an acute or skilled care facility is preferred. 

4. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR card is required. 

5. Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively/professionally with the medical center staff, patients, family, visitors, and physicians under routine and stressful situations are required.

Pay Range:$23.50-31.53

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:

• MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center

• MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation

• MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.

MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.

Schedule: PRN, 8 hour shifts

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Lab Assistant at our Oelwein Medical Center.

As a Lab Assistant at MercyOne, you will support a variety of laboratory departments by assisting technical staff in the collection, processing, analysis, and reporting of laboratory tests necessary for patient diagnosis and treatment. The role requires the skills needed to ensure specimens, patient information, and testing workflows are handled accurately and efficiently. By contributing to reliable test processes and smooth laboratory operations, this position helps maintain timely turnaround, data integrity, and compliance with quality and safety standards.

• Performs venipunctures, finger sticks, and heel sticks appropriate to patient age (neonates through geriatric adults) and ensures proper specimen collection according to laboratory policy.
• Accepts specimens and requisitions from internal and external customers and manages add‑on orders and pending lists in accordance with laboratory procedures.
• Identifies patients and specimens using two unique patient identifiers and accurately labels specimen containers to ensure correct identification.
• Registers and logs specimens in the Laboratory Information System (LIS), evaluates specimen adequacy and acceptability, and scans required documentation into the patient record.
• Performs specimen processing such as proper identification, aliquoting, plate streaking, slide preparation, special handling, and required documentation in accordance with laboratory protocols.
• Assists in resolving problematic patient specimens and test orders in collaboration with laboratory staff and clients.
• Follows safety, infection control, and chemical‑handling procedures and supports efficient workflow practices that promote accurate testing, timely turnaround, and productivity expectations.
• Operates laboratory information systems proficiently to support accurate data entry and workflow management.
• Contributes to general laboratory operations by restocking supplies, participating in peer teaching, and engaging in department or hospital committees and projects as assigned.

General Requirements:

• Laboratory experience and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Strong computer skills with the ability to learn new systems and tools quickly.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring, with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health and MercyOne.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

The registered nurse is a collaborative member/leader of the care team and is accountable for practicing both the art and science of nursing, delivering care as prescribed by the American Nurses Association (ANA) Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. In addition, registered nurses are accountable to practice in accordance with the standards established/endorsed by St Joseph Mercy Oakland (SJMO) leadership and by external regulators and accreditation agencies.  The registered nurse actively promotes SJMO nursing and the nursing profession, and supports advancing practice in fulfillment of the SJMO Quality Plan for Nursing.  Registered nurses at SJMO have authority, responsibility and accountability for nursing practice through the formal nursing shared governance structure, and are expected to abide by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses.

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Education, Licensure / Certification and Experience Required.

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Licensure / Certification:

Active license to practice nursing in the State of Michigan. Certification by a nationally recognized nursing organization is preferred. Membership in a professional nursing organization is preferred. BCLS for all inpatient bedside care areas, and inpatient and outpatient surgical services required within 45 days from date of hire or transfer. ACLS for specified care areas as follows:  AICU, CCU, PACU, cath lab, ambulatory surgery, emergency department, radiology/special procedures required within 6 months from date of hire or transfer. TNCC for specified care areas as follows: emergency department, clinical decision unit and critical care NRP required within 12 months from date of hire or transfer. NRP for specified care areas as follows: labor and delivery, neonatal intensive care required within 12 months

from date of hire or transfer. Electronic Fetal Monitoring Certification (EFM-c) is required for specified areas as follows: Labor and Delivery, Antenatal, and Maternal-Fetal Medicine, required within the first 12 months from date of hire or transfer.

NIH Stroke Scale for specified care areas such as follows: AICU, CCU, emergency department, critical care NRP, and neuroscience required within 6 months of date of hire or transfer. FIM credentialing for specified care areas such as follows: inpatient rehabilitation required within 6 months of hire or transfer.

Experience: Two years experience in a health care related field preferred.

Special Skill / Aptitudes: Continuously seeks opportunities to improve the quality of patient care delivery through innovative and creative resolution finding, becoming expert at point of care resolution through use of critical thinking. Demonstrates responsiveness to needs of patients, other care team members, and self. Ability to serve as a teacher, mentor, and coach to patients, students, new nurses, peers, other colleagues, and staff, to advance the profession of nursing and optimize patient outcomes. Ability to organize and prioritize, in a fast-paced environment. Ability to use and effectively integrate positive communication approaches to meet diverse patient needs, optimize resources, and adapt care processes to accommodate changing patient acuity and unit needs. Ability to use critical thinking, logic and reasoning to address complex situations. Excellent interpersonal service skills necessary in order to form and maintain positive relationships with customers and other healthcare professionals. Ability to use and effectively integrate positive communication approaches to meet diverse patient needs, optimize resources, and adapt care processes to accommodate changes in the healthcare environment. Excellent customer service orientation  skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels of hospital personnel, outside customers and community groups.

Duties / Responsibilities:

1     Provides patient care that reflects respect for patients' rights, dignity, values, culture preferences, and expressed needs and attention to providing comfort, relieving pain, and alleviating anxiety.

2     Demonstrates principles of Relationship-based Care to cultivate and maintain therapeutic relationships as a means to optimal healing and collegial functioning as interdisciplinary care team members.

3     Utilizes research and evidence-based practice in the delivery of care, to advance nursing practice, and to improve nurse and patient satisfaction, and quality of care.

4     Implements care in accordance with the multi-disciplinary plan of care collaborating with and delegating appropriately to other care team members as needed.

5     Uses and effectively integrates technology to support nursing care and practice.

6     Uses data and evidence to drive decisions at point of care that improve and optimize care delivery, clinical outcomes, and patient and nurse satisfaction.

7     Actively engages and participates in resource planning to advance nursing practice, quality of care, and nurse and patient satisfaction, through staffing, acuity response, supply management and budget planning.

8     Actively engages and participates in unit-based and other committees and initiatives that promote patient and workplace safety, optimal clinical outcomes, and satisfaction.

9     Supports and participates in nursing shared governance and interdisciplinary decision-making.

10   Seeks and incorporates feedback concerning improvement in one's own practice, through  participation in peer review nursing case review, and self-appraisal.

11   Contributes to the positive image of nursing and enhances the SJMO culture of excellence by modeling professional behavior both in the organization and in the community.

12   Embraces change and lifelong learning, taking personal accountability to seek out experiences that promote personal and professional growth in order to advance skills and competence.

13   Integrates principles of the Personal. Connected . Journey and demonstrates Trinity Health Guiding Behaviors to provide excellent care of self, patients, and care team members.

14   Utilizes process excellence tools and processes to improve the quality of patient care delivery.

15   Utilizes technology to support nursing care and practice.

16   Utilizes data and evidence to guide best practice and continuous improvement.

Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of St. Joseph Mercy Oakland through performing behaviors consistent with the Trinity Health Values.Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations, the Trinity Health Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standards of Conduct, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behaviors.Supports and conducts one's self in a manner consistent with customer service expectations.  In accordance with unit or departmental practice, determines that appropriate charges have been entered for the correct patient, encounter, date/time of service, with any required modifiers.  Make corrections as needed per charge capture policy/practice. In accordance with unit or departmental practice, actively participates in on-going education and communication regarding revenue management. In accordance with unit or departmental practice, assists with tracking and monitoring of equipment assigned to the unit.  Requests services for maintaining equipment as needed. In accordance with unit or departmental practice, proficient with the electronic health records for documentation, assessment, and care management, performing these activities concurrently with provision of care throughout the shift.

Dept/Unit Specific:

•     Develops a multi disciplinary plan of care ensuring achievement of quality outcomes and use of resources.

•     Recognizes and promotes the unique contributions of all care team members providing clinical resource support.

•     Supports organizational and unit strategic goals, programs and activities, and actively participates in unit- based Shared Governance Council initiatives activities.

•     Evaluates own performance utilizing input from all care team members and customers, and develops a plan for continual improvement.

•     Evaluates patient/family outcomes and progress toward goals as reflected in the plan of care.

•     Demonstrates successful completion of unit-specific competencies.

Working Conditions:

•     In a typical day, the associate may sit for 25%, stand for 25%, and walk for 50% of the day.

•     Associate's position requires occasional (5-10% of work time) squatting, crawling, crouching, kneeling, and balancing, frequent bending/stooping, and reaching above shoulder level, pushing/pulling.

•     Position requires the use of hands for simple and firm grasping and fine manipulating.

•     Position may require frequent lifting and carrying of patients/equipment/other not to exceed 51 pounds.

Associates will not lift items/patients exceeding 35 pounds from the floor.

•     May be exposed to marked changed in temperature and humidity, infectious diseases, hazardous waste, and chemicals.

•     Position requires high level of mental concentration to attain established deadlines. Working environment includes frequent interruptions.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.