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This position has the authority, responsibility, and shift accountability for the delivery of nursing care through the use of the nursing process. The incumbent accepts accountability, applies competent clinical knowledge skills, and uses independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and by health care providers to whom care is delegated to achieve quality patient care outcomes.

The incumbent must demonstrate the knowledge and skills at the novice level necessary to provide care that is relevant to the patient(s) under their care, as well as apply principles of growth and development over the life span. The incumbent also must possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs. This role provides professional nursing care for patients in an inpatient hospital setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Less than 12 months of experience as a registered nurse.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelors of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN).

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Demonstrates safety and continuity of care using methods such as documentation, handoff tools/processes, etc.

2. Demonstrates ability to create plan of care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnoses, intervention, and evaluation of outcomes.

3. Recognizes patient safety concerns through appropriate resources.

4. Provides education based on unique learning needs of patient.

5. Incorporates patient individuality & mutuality data in delivery of care.

6. Performs an adequate patient assessment and documentation.

7. Demonstrates teach-back method to evaluate effectiveness of education.

8. Utilizes Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) in nursing care.

9. Participates in organizational patient-centered care model.

10. Documents problems and issues in the plan of care.

11. Demonstrates growth in ability to care for more complex patients utilizing consultation with experienced colleagues.

12. Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning through self-reflection and inquiry for learning and personal growth.

13. Retains accountability for delegated nursing care.

14. Recognizes scope of practice for all interprofessional team members.

15. Participates in holistic, culturally sensitive data collection.

16. Assesses the impact of family dynamics on healthcare consumer health and wellness.

17. Integrates the American Nursing Association (ANA)’s code of ethics to guide nursing practice.

18. Identifies discriminatory health care practices in culturally diverse populations.

19. Individualizes care based on beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn of patients.

For facilities with specialty accreditation requirements:

1. Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards.  Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health recommends minimizing the need for employees to manually lift patients, and limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds. All transfers, lifts and re-positioning will be completed utilizing the lift equipment and/or other patient handling aids as indicated by the patient’s profile and appropriate algorithms.

2. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs.

3. Visual acuity must be within normal range.

4. Hearing within normal range is required (i.e. to assess breath sounds, bowel sounds, apical pulse, monitors, etc.)

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Working protracted or irregular hours.

2. Working around biohazards.

3. Working around infectious diseases.

4. Working with or near the deceased.

5. Working with hands in water.

6. Working with electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict.

2. Uses competent clinical practice and critical thinking skills to efficiently deliver patient care with all health care providers while maximizing efficient use of resources.

3. Ability to be flexible in response to changes in work volume, staff and scheduling changes.

4. Ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions and capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.

Cost Center:

1101 WH Nursing Medical Surgical 4th Floor

Address:

1 Medical Park DriveWheelingWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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This position has the authority, responsibility, and shift accountability for the delivery of nursing care through the use of the nursing process. The incumbent accepts accountability, applies competent clinical knowledge skills, and uses independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and by health care providers to whom care is delegated to achieve quality patient care outcomes.

The incumbent must demonstrate the knowledge and skills at the novice level necessary to provide care that is relevant to the patient(s) under their care, as well as apply principles of growth and development over the life span. The incumbent also must possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs. This role provides professional nursing care for patients in an inpatient hospital setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Less than 12 months of experience as a registered nurse.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelors of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN).

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Demonstrates safety and continuity of care using methods such as documentation, handoff tools/processes, etc.

2. Demonstrates ability to create plan of care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnoses, intervention, and evaluation of outcomes.

3. Recognizes patient safety concerns through appropriate resources.

4. Provides education based on unique learning needs of patient.

5. Incorporates patient individuality & mutuality data in delivery of care.

6. Performs an adequate patient assessment and documentation.

7. Demonstrates teach-back method to evaluate effectiveness of education.

8. Utilizes Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) in nursing care.

9. Participates in organizational patient-centered care model.

10. Documents problems and issues in the plan of care.

11. Demonstrates growth in ability to care for more complex patients utilizing consultation with experienced colleagues.

12. Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning through self-reflection and inquiry for learning and personal growth.

13. Retains accountability for delegated nursing care.

14. Recognizes scope of practice for all interprofessional team members.

15. Participates in holistic, culturally sensitive data collection.

16. Assesses the impact of family dynamics on healthcare consumer health and wellness.

17. Integrates the American Nursing Association (ANA)’s code of ethics to guide nursing practice.

18. Identifies discriminatory health care practices in culturally diverse populations.

19. Individualizes care based on beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn of patients.

For facilities with specialty accreditation requirements:

1. Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards.  Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health recommends minimizing the need for employees to manually lift patients, and limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds. All transfers, lifts and re-positioning will be completed utilizing the lift equipment and/or other patient handling aids as indicated by the patient’s profile and appropriate algorithms.

2. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs.

3. Visual acuity must be within normal range.

4. Hearing within normal range is required (i.e. to assess breath sounds, bowel sounds, apical pulse, monitors, etc.)

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Working protracted or irregular hours.

2. Working around biohazards.

3. Working around infectious diseases.

4. Working with or near the deceased.

5. Working with hands in water.

6. Working with electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict.

2. Uses competent clinical practice and critical thinking skills to efficiently deliver patient care with all health care providers while maximizing efficient use of resources.

3. Ability to be flexible in response to changes in work volume, staff and scheduling changes.

4. Ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions and capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.

Cost Center:

1101 WH Nursing Medical Surgical 4th Floor

Address:

1 Medical Park DriveWheelingWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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The Clinical Optimization Specialist- Advanced Practice Provider (APP) acts as a key clinical and operational resource focused on enhancing provider documentation accuracy, ensuring revenue integrity, and identifying critical acuity indicators to optimize revenue cycle performance.
This role will report to the Heart and Vascular Assistant Vice President of Finance and partner directly with Revenue Cycle teams, as well as collaborate with HVI physicians, APPs, and IT analysts to optimize documentation workflows and clinical templates within Epic’s EMR. The role will ensure that documentation aligns with evolving coding requirements, accurately reflects patient acuity, and supports the strategic goals of the Heart & Vascular Institute system wide.
The position is Monday–Friday, 8-hour days, with the potential to participate in inpatient or clinic APP coverage up to two days per month. Additional clinical work, upon approval, may be completed on a per diem basis provided it does not impact the standard weekday schedule.

MINIMIM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Master’s‐prepared Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA).

2. Five (5) years of relevant clinical experience as an APP within a discipline aligned to the Heart & Vascular Institute (cardiology, CT surgery, vascular surgery, or critical care preferred).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

1. Experience with clinical documentation improvement (CDI) programs, coding review, or documentation optimization.

2. Experienced in EPIC templates and workflows

3. Prior involvement in process improvement or workflow optimization.

4. Familiarity with cardiovascular or procedural specialties.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

Documentation Optimization & Coding Support

1. Partner with System Coding and HVI AVP of Finance to identify documentation gaps affecting acuity of care, reimbursement, and overall revenue performance.

2. Review evolving coding requirements and ensure HVI providers remain informed proactively of necessary documentation elements to support accurate acuity and prevention of payor denials.

3. Serve as a subject-matter expert and resource for providers regarding documentation standards, coding questions, template utilization, and best practices

4. Participate in chart audits and feedback loops to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and systemic issues requiring workflow changes.

Collaboration & Systems Integration

5. Collaborate closely with System Revenue Cycle leadership to support enterprise-level coding initiatives and standardization efforts.

6. Work with physician and APP leaders to ensure alignment with service line documentation goals and quality expectations.

7. Partner with IT and clinical informatics teams to optimize Epic documentation templates, smart phrases, and workflows to incorporate required documentation points.

8. Support ongoing training and communication to HVI providers related to documentation updates, coding changes, and compliance requirements.

Clinical Responsibilities

9. Maintain clinical competency by possibly providing direct patient care in clinic or inpatient settings up to two days per month.

10. Optional additional per diem coverage may be performed when mutually agreed upon and not conflicting with the Monday–Friday documentation role.

Provider Liaison Role

11. Act as the primary liaison between HVI providers and System Revenue Cycle teams to ensure bidirectional communication, issue resolution, and documentation improvement support.

12. Facilitate case-based discussions or education aimed at helping clinicians understand how documentation drives coding and revenue accuracy.

13. Communicate coding trends, updates, and opportunities to service line leadership.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 1. May need to sit for extended periods of time

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Standard office equipment

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrated knowledge of clinical documentation requirements, patient acuity indicators, and reimbursement practices 

2. Proficiency in Epic EMR, including documentation tools, smart phrases, and workflow navigation.

Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to educate and influence clinical peers.

3. Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams including Revenue Cycle, IT, Finance, and physician leadership.

4. Strong Excel, database, and PC skills.

5. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

6. Ability to multi-task and work in a challenging fast paced environment

7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

8. Independent worker and analytical thinker with ability to conduct research, data analysis, and resolve complex problems

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Exempt)

Company:

UHA University Health Associates

Cost Center:

132 WVUH HVI Admin

Address:

1 Medical Center DriveMorgantownWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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The Advanced Practice Professional (APP) provides high-quality, patient-centered care as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the APP assesses, diagnoses, treats, and manages patients within their scope of practice and area of specialty. The APP is responsible for delivering evidence-based care, promoting positive patient outcomes, maintaining professional and regulatory standards, and supporting the clinical, educational, and operational goals of the department and organization.

Additional Job Description:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR NURSE PRACTITIONER:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.    Graduate from a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master’s Degree in Nursing.
2.    National Certification by one of the recognized APRN Certification Centers.
3. Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). AND Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License issued by West Virginia Board of Nursing.
4.    American Heart Association BLS Certification required with additional Advanced Life Support training at the discretion of the department.
EXPERIENCE:
1.    Eligible new graduates will be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.    Acute care or critical care experience preferred.
2.    ACNPs preferred but will consider FNPs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.    Bachelor’s Degree as a Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant required.  
2.    Graduate of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant (PA) training program required.
3.    Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants required.
4.    Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the WV Board of Medicine or WV Board of Osteopathic Medicine. 
5.    American Heart Association BLS Certification required with additional Advanced Life Support training at the discretion of the 
department.
EXPERIENCE:
1.    Eligible new graduates will be considered.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.    Master’s Degree as Physician Assistant preferred.    
2.    Critical care or critical care experience preferred.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.
1.    Manages comprehensive and individualized care for patients and families in the inpatient/critical care patients and their families in the inpatient intensive care phase of hospitalization and immediate post transfer to stepdown, ward or discharge.
2.    Completes daily rounds; consults and/or pre-procedure/evaluations.
3.    Completes integrated assessments.
4.    With the collaboration of critical care faculty or by following established clinical Guidelines and Protocols, orders additional tests or consults as deemed appropriate.
5.    Performs and communicates results of diagnostic tests following established clinical guidelines and scope of practice.
6.    Consult and communicate with clinic and hospital staff regarding abnormal findings in the evaluations of patients.
7.    Performs succinct comprehensive clinical evaluations and documents findings in medical record.
8.    Facilitates patient discharge or transfer by coordinating appropriate services and tests for follow-up (as applicable).  
9.    Develops a comprehensive individualized plan of care for critical care patients, which includes teaching, discharge or transfer planning and necessary referral to other members of the health care team as necessary.
10.    Demonstrates expertise in caring for patients across the age continuum of their educational experience and certification.
11.    Identifies unstable or complex critical care patient care situations and facilitates appropriate intervention in the hospital setting.
12.    Recognizes emergency situations and initiates effective emergency care.
13.    Evaluates critical care patients and serves as a coordinator for follow up procedures and tests in the ambulatory setting (as applicable).
14.    Assists in the collection of outcome measures (as applicable).
15.    Demonstrates critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning skills in clinical decision making by the identification, evaluation, and management of the individual needs of patients/families.
16.    Demonstrates the ability to utilize equipment in a safe manner.
17.    Bases decisions made/actions taken on the relevant scientific principles, established standards of care and/or research findings.
18.    Utilizes teaching/learning theory and appropriate teaching strategies in the provision of education to nursing staff, hospital staff, students, patients, families and the community.
19.    Promotes an environment that facilitates learning by responding to appropriate patient/family preferences, priorities, and readiness to learn.
20.    Updates own knowledge base throughout the year.
21.    Completes all identified clinical competencies.
22.    Serves as a resource person for staff caring for the critical care patient.
23.    Provides educational programs to professional and paraprofessional personnel in the area of expertise.
24.    Participates in community programs, distribution of literature, as appropriate in area of expertise.
25.    Documents the plan of care, interventions, and evaluations in a clear and concise manner for every patient visit in the patient’s medical record following approved hospital/UHA policies and compliance standards for documentation.  
26.    Collaborates with other leaders and staff to effectively achieve patient outcome-based improvements in care.
27.    Provides leadership in the development and implantation of changes in the critical care practice that positively impact patient outcomes.  
28.    Works collaboratively with medical and nursing staff to facilitate creative problem solving and provide professional support.
29.    Participates and initiates inter-disciplinary approaches to patient care, program development and education.  Serves as a professional role model.
30.    Promotes and practices innovation of the expanded role in the delivery of care to critical care patients and families throughout the inpatient hospitalization, and the ambulatory setting.
31.    Participates and provides leadership for committees and task forces.
32.    Document hours and submit billing reports, as appropriate.  
33.    Reviews and interprets critical care data from sources such as patient registries, clinical and financial reports, length of stay, access to care, and cost per case reports and recommends/implements changes as necessary.
34.    Participates in clinical trials and research studies with the Principal Investigator.
35.    Assists critical care Faculty, Administrators and Directors in the collection of outcome measures.
36.    Other duties/projects as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1.    Heavy/Hard Work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning of patients, standing, walking, and carrying of patients, materials and equipment weighing 40+ pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1.    Working closely with others.
2.    Protracted or irregular hours.
3.    Working around biohazards.
4.    Working around infectious diseases.
5.    Working with or near the deceased.
6.    Working with hands in water.
7.    Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1.    Proficiency with computers.
2.    Strong communication skills.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Varied (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Exempt)

Company:

UHA University Health Associates

Cost Center:

7912 UHA HVI Critical Care

Address:

1 Medical Center DriveMorgantownWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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The Centralized Scheduling Specialist provides administrative support regarding requests for time off, and coordinates the scheduling of providers (to include faculty, residents, mid-levels, etc . . .) within the EMR. The Centralized Scheduling Specialist provides communication with the Coordinator of Patient Access, Registration Specialists, and to schedule, reschedule visits appropriately based on the changes made within the system. Since the Centralized Scheduling Specialist has frequent contact with providers and other professionals within their department, this individual must consistently communicate all changes related to scheduling within a reasonable timeframe.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Two (2) years of experience in a health care setting

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business or Health Care Administration or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Two years of experience in a health care setting in a high volume, academic environment.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Responsible for the template build for any newly hired providers

2. Responsible for template changes to existing providers.

3. Implements changes to providers daily schedules based on written policy and requests from providers.

4. Responsible for all patient appointments affected by any provider schedule changes to include “bumping” patients from originally scheduled appointments.

5. Coordination of “bumped” patient appointments by calling patients to reschedule these appointments

6. Entering and maintaining up-to date data related to scheduling for each provider in the database.

7. Ensures that all schedules are reviewed, obtained, verified when necessary, and managed according to departmental specifications.

8. Notifying appropriate personnel of any scheduling change due to patient cancellation in a timely fashion.

9. Attempts to optimize and increase efficiency of visit or procedure by recommending potential alternatives

10. Ensures clinic schedules are up to date

11. Communicates with all staff to be sure patients are notified appropriately of any changes to the schedules

12. Monitors holidays, call-offs, for all medical staff and adjusts schedules when approved by appropriate leadership

13. Maintains up to date scheduling protocols for the clinic and communicates any changes necessary to ensure proper scheduling for all providers in the clinic.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Extended periods of sitting at a computer terminal. Must possess mobility to move throughout department as well as off-site locations.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

UHA University Health Associates

Cost Center:

550 WVUH Scheduling Call Center

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Responsible for the direct and indirect nursing care of the patients in the home. In collaboration with the patient, family, and health care team (IDT), the registered nurse as case manager will develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care according to agency and system policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

2. Valid driver’s license.

3. CPR certification within 30 days of hire date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

1. One year of Home Care Nursing and 2 years of prior nursing experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Performs the functions of the home health aide.

2. Performs and monitors basic patient care according to policies and procedures.

3. Provides a safe and comfortable environment in the patient’s home.

4. Ensures privacy and demonstrates concern for the dignity of patient in performing all patient care.

5. Completes assignments in a timely manner.

6. Assumes on-call responsibility per policy and procedures.

7. Communicates patient care problems or potential problems to the Administrative Staff and/or other interdisciplinary team members as identified/occur to assure continuity and coordination of care.

8. Provides care, based on physical, psychosocial, communication, safety, education level, and related criteria for the infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric patient per the established age-specific education/standard.

9. States and utilizes admission criteria per agency guidelines.

10. Completes oasis documentation within federal guidelines. 

11. Completes and documents full system assessment, including assessment of level of physical and psychosocial aspects and identifies age-specific criteria upon admission and each visit thereafter.

12.

Understands pathophysiologic process by taking appropriate nursing action in accordance with changes in patient condition.

13. Reports significant observed changes in patient condition to Administrative Staff and/or physician.

14. Documents patient status and care or services furnished in appropriate areas defined by the documentation policy and procedure.

15. Documents home health aide supervisory visits as per standard.

16. Performs CPR when directed by patient’s appropriate representative’s wishes.

17. Displays safe, efficient, and prudent use and maintenance of D.M.E. and medical supplies and adaptive equipment.  Notify admin/doctor if safely issues R/T DME in home.

18. Demonstrates bag technique per policy and procedure.

19. Able to apply and maintain equipment according to the Policy and Procedure Manual.

20. Utilizes supplies effectively and to ensure cost containment.

21. Maintains integrity of the IV site while performing patient care.

22. Performs treatments/procedures according to specific standards (e.g., vital signs, patient weights, specimen collection, ostomy care [ileostomy, colostomy, urostomy/tracheotomy], catheterization [urethral, suprapubic], wound care, dressing changes, suctioning [oral, pharyngeal/nasal/trach], gastric tube [feedings and maintenance].

23. Performs and monitors patient teaching according to the policy and procedures.

24. Coordinates care so that medications are administered as ordered by a physician and in compliance with the medication administration.

25. Coordinates the care team in order to facilitate a change in the level of care in compliance with the change in level of care standard.

26. Identifies the stages of death and dying.

27. Accurately and timely, completes plan of treatment and recertification as per Medicare guidelines. Completes OASIS SOC/ROC, OASIS Recertification, and Discharge Oasis per guidelines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing nursing duties through the work shift.

2. Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying amount of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis.

3. Must be able to read and write legibly in English.

4. Hearing within normal range is required (e.g., to assess breath sounds, heart sounds, apical pulse, monitors, etc.).

5. Visual acuity must be within normal range.

6. Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.  Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

7. Must be able to operate motor vehicle with a safe practice.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Exposure to bodily fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, and explosive gases.

2. Exposure to toxic gases, fumes, and odors.

3. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.

4. Exposure to electrical current.

5. Exposure to radiation from x-rays.

6. Exposure to bad road conditions.

7. Exposure to wind, rain, snow, sleet, mud, high and low temperatures, animals and insects, and hazardous roadways.

8. The majority of work is performed in the patient’s home and may require extensive travel.

9. Subject to unpredictable situations. May be exposed to adverse or unpleasant home environments.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Must have the ability to perform concentrated and complex mental activity with frequent involvement in complex and highly-technical situations.

2. Must have the ability to work successfully under highly-stressful conditions, and must be capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis.

3. Must have the ability to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific principles, and also be able to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members in an appropriate fashion.

4. Must have the ability to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures.

5. Must have strong communications skills, written and verbal.

6. Must have math skills to enable calculation of drug dosages and infusion stats.

7. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and all shifts.

8. Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with safety policies and procedures.

9. IV skills required.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

SHC WVUHS Home Care

Cost Center:

374 SHC Home Health Reedsville

Address:

12 Rousch DriveWestoverWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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Responsible for the direct and indirect nursing care of the patients in the home. In collaboration with the patient, family, and health care team (IDT), the registered nurse as case manager will develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care according to agency and system policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

2. Valid driver’s license.

3. CPR certification within 30 days of hire date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

1. One year of Home Care Nursing and 2 years of prior nursing experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Performs the functions of the home health aide.

2. Performs and monitors basic patient care according to policies and procedures.

3. Provides a safe and comfortable environment in the patient’s home.

4. Ensures privacy and demonstrates concern for the dignity of patient in performing all patient care.

5. Completes assignments in a timely manner.

6. Assumes on-call responsibility per policy and procedures.

7. Communicates patient care problems or potential problems to the Administrative Staff and/or other interdisciplinary team members as identified/occur to assure continuity and coordination of care.

8. Provides care, based on physical, psychosocial, communication, safety, education level, and related criteria for the infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric patient per the established age-specific education/standard.

9. States and utilizes admission criteria per agency guidelines.

10. Completes oasis documentation within federal guidelines. 

11. Completes and documents full system assessment, including assessment of level of physical and psychosocial aspects and identifies age-specific criteria upon admission and each visit thereafter.

12.

Understands pathophysiologic process by taking appropriate nursing action in accordance with changes in patient condition.

13. Reports significant observed changes in patient condition to Administrative Staff and/or physician.

14. Documents patient status and care or services furnished in appropriate areas defined by the documentation policy and procedure.

15. Documents home health aide supervisory visits as per standard.

16. Performs CPR when directed by patient’s appropriate representative’s wishes.

17. Displays safe, efficient, and prudent use and maintenance of D.M.E. and medical supplies and adaptive equipment.  Notify admin/doctor if safely issues R/T DME in home.

18. Demonstrates bag technique per policy and procedure.

19. Able to apply and maintain equipment according to the Policy and Procedure Manual.

20. Utilizes supplies effectively and to ensure cost containment.

21. Maintains integrity of the IV site while performing patient care.

22. Performs treatments/procedures according to specific standards (e.g., vital signs, patient weights, specimen collection, ostomy care [ileostomy, colostomy, urostomy/tracheotomy], catheterization [urethral, suprapubic], wound care, dressing changes, suctioning [oral, pharyngeal/nasal/trach], gastric tube [feedings and maintenance].

23. Performs and monitors patient teaching according to the policy and procedures.

24. Coordinates care so that medications are administered as ordered by a physician and in compliance with the medication administration.

25. Coordinates the care team in order to facilitate a change in the level of care in compliance with the change in level of care standard.

26. Identifies the stages of death and dying.

27. Accurately and timely, completes plan of treatment and recertification as per Medicare guidelines. Completes OASIS SOC/ROC, OASIS Recertification, and Discharge Oasis per guidelines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing nursing duties through the work shift.

2. Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying amount of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis.

3. Must be able to read and write legibly in English.

4. Hearing within normal range is required (e.g., to assess breath sounds, heart sounds, apical pulse, monitors, etc.).

5. Visual acuity must be within normal range.

6. Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.  Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

7. Must be able to operate motor vehicle with a safe practice.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Exposure to bodily fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, and explosive gases.

2. Exposure to toxic gases, fumes, and odors.

3. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.

4. Exposure to electrical current.

5. Exposure to radiation from x-rays.

6. Exposure to bad road conditions.

7. Exposure to wind, rain, snow, sleet, mud, high and low temperatures, animals and insects, and hazardous roadways.

8. The majority of work is performed in the patient’s home and may require extensive travel.

9. Subject to unpredictable situations. May be exposed to adverse or unpleasant home environments.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Must have the ability to perform concentrated and complex mental activity with frequent involvement in complex and highly-technical situations.

2. Must have the ability to work successfully under highly-stressful conditions, and must be capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis.

3. Must have the ability to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific principles, and also be able to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members in an appropriate fashion.

4. Must have the ability to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures.

5. Must have strong communications skills, written and verbal.

6. Must have math skills to enable calculation of drug dosages and infusion stats.

7. Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and all shifts.

8. Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with safety policies and procedures.

9. IV skills required.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

SHC WVUHS Home Care

Cost Center:

384 SHC Home Health Uniontown

Address:

205 Easy StreetUniontownPennsylvania

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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Responsible for the direct and indirect nursing care of patients in the home under the supervision of an RN. In collaboration with the patient, family and health care team, the LPN will implement and evaluate with the RN the nursing care according to the following systems/functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Current Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Licensed Practical Nurse license  through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

2. Valid driver’s license.

3. CPR certification within 30 days of hire date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

1. One year of Home Care Nursing preferred.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Performs and monitors basic patient care according to policies and procedures

2. Uses nursing process including assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating to meet the patient’s physical and psychological needs.

3. Performs and monitors basic patient care according to policies and procedures

4. Provides a safe and comfortable environment in the patient’s home.

5. Ensures privacy and demonstrates concern for the dignity of patient in performing all patient care.

6.Completes assignments in a timely manner.

7. Communicates patient care problems or potential problems to the primary RN, Administrative Staff and/or other IDT members as identified/occur to assure continuity and coordination of care.

8. Maintains patient confidentiality according to policies and procedures

9. Functions effectively as a LPN in respect to organization, communication, and prioritization.

10. Completes and documents full system assessment, including assessment of level of cophysical and psychosocial aspects and identifies age – specific criteria upon admission and each visit thereafter.

11. Understands of pathophysiologic process by taking appropriate nursing action in accordance with changes in patient condition. (collaborates with primary RN).

12. Develops and upgrades problem list based upon continuing assessment with RN and record/update care plan.

13. Reports significant observed changes in patient condition to primary RN and Administrative Staff and or physician

14. Follows a plan of care based on the assessed findings and update under physician orders and primary RN.

15. Documents patient status and care or services furnished in appropriate areas as defined by the documentation policy and procedure. Provides appropriate documentation of nursing intervention, patient response, effectiveness, complications and other pertinent information with RN supervision.

16. Performs CPR when directed by patients’ wishes/appropriate representative.

17. Demonstrates bag technique per policy and procedure.

18. Observes documents and takes appropriate action and notifies RN/Administrative staff of the following conditions.

·       Skin condition, venous condition, extremity circulation and mobility.

·       Complication with infiltration, phlebitis, infection circulatory overload and abnormal s/s

·       Allergic reaction

19. Performs the following treatments/procedures according to specific standards:

·       Vital signs

·       Patient weights

·       Specimen collection, ostomy care, urethral catheterization and Pressure wound care

·       Dressing changes

·       Oral suction

·       ROM

·       Bladder training

·       Bowel training

·       Patient ambulation/transfer and positioning

·       Pacemaker

·       Diabetes

20. Performs and monitors patient teaching according to the policy and procedures. Anticipates, modifies and adapts the teaching plan to accommodate the patient and family. Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan on a regular basis.

21. Coordinates care so that medications are administered as ordered by a physician and in compliance with the Medication Administration Standards. Reports findings of discrepancies to the primary RN and Administrative staff.

22. Collaborates with the primary RN in order to facilitate a change in the level of care in compliance with the change in level of care standard. Reports changes in level of care to primary RN and Administrative staff.

23. Understands the stages of death and dying as it relates to home health patients. Understands nursing care needed for terminally ill, acutely ill patient

24. Performs post mortem care as needed.

25. LPNs are responsible for the following technical skills and duties:

·         IV Therapy including Ports, PICCs, TLC catheters, sterile dressing changes, antibiotic therapy-no PPIs, TPN and Chemo Infusions, no titration of pain pumps. LPN cannot pull PICC. 

·         Wound vacs, all aspects of sterile wound care, Pleurx drain care, Ostomy care, Trach care, Gtube care, and Foley and suprapubic caths. LPN cannot remove OnQ pain pump removal (placed by ortho).

·         Labs via peripheral and central access.

·         Revolution Device changes.

·         Complete head to toe assessments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.

Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing nursing duties throughout the work shift.

2. Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying amounts of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis.

3. Hearing within normal range is required (i.e. To assess breath sounds, bowel sounds, apical pulse, monitors, etc.)

4. Visual acuity must be within normal range.

5.Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.  Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

6. Must be able to operate motor vehicle with a safe practice.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Exposure to bodily fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, and explosive gases.

2. Exposure to toxic gases, fumes, and odors.

3. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.

4. Exposure to electrical current.

5. Exposure to radiation from x-rays.

6. Exposure to bad road conditions.

7. Exposure to wind, rain, snow, sleet, mud, high and low temperatures, animals and insects, and hazardous roadways.

8. The majority of work is performed in the patient’s home and may require extensive travel.

9. Subject to unpredictable situations. May be exposed to adverse or unpleasant home environments.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. RN performs the initial assessment upon admission and the LPN does continuing assessments, thereafter, implementing and evaluating with the  RN patient care, according to policy using judgment to determine the physical, psychological and social needs of the patient and documents this in the chart.

2. Demonstrates competency in technical and clinical skills, completes skills checklist, and correctly performs these skills daily as required.

3. Administers medications by all acceptable routes as ordered by physician and authorized by RN according to accepted policy and procedure.

4. Communicates plan of care and patient needs effectively, in a multi-disciplinary fashion to any and all involved persons and/or departments.

5. Anticipates teaching of needs of each patient, modifying, adapting, executing and evaluating the plan on a regular basis.

6. Must have the ability to perform concentrated and complex mental activity with frequent involvement in complex and highly technical situations.

7. Must have the ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions, and mush be capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis.

8. Must have the ability to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific principles, and also be able to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members in an appropriate fashion.

9. Must have the ability to comprehend and perform oral and written instructions and procedures.

10. Must have strong communication skills, written and verbal.

11. Must have math skills to enable calculation of drug dosages and infusion rates.

12. Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to patient rights.

13. Must be able to work weekend, holidays and all shifts.

14. Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with safety policies and procedures.

15. Demonstrates knowledge of compliance of Federal, State, and local regulations/laws.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

SHC WVUHS Home Care

Cost Center:

384 SHC Home Health Uniontown

Address:

205 Easy StreetUniontownPennsylvania

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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Administers the physical therapy treatments as directed by a physical therapist; reports changes in condition or unexpected response; maintains equipment in department in an orderly fashion and supervises the physical therapy aide.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Performs all physical therapy assistant criteria as outlined on physical therapy assistant skills list as it relates to Physical Therapy.

2. Provides care, based on physical, psychosocial, communication, safety, education level, and related criteria for the  infant,  pediatric,  adolescent,  adult, geriatric patient per the established age-specific education/standard.  Separate competency will be completed prior to caring for infants, pediatrics, or adolescents.

3. Assesses, reports, and records changes in condition and reaction to treatment as per policy and procedure.

4. Obtains accurate pulses, blood pressure, and respiration rate.

5. Performs the treatment plan as implemented by the physical therapist.

6. Demonstrates the skills to gait transfer train patients as implemented by the physical therapist.

7. Delivers effective therapeutic exercises as prescribed by the physical therapist.

8. Appropriately position patients and operate exercise equipment including isotonic, isokinetic, isometak, and CPM devises as directed by the physical therapist.

9. Effectively teach home programs designed by the physical therapist.

10. Operates wheelchairs, hospital beds, lifting devices, and patient chairs in a safe manner.

11. Manages oxygen equipment including portable tanks, long cords, nasal canula, and masks as per standard of care as it relates to physical therapy.

12. Complies with Home Health regulations, policies, and procedures for physical therapy, including but not limited to visits/communication standards.

13. Documents patient status and care or services furnished in appropriate areas as defined by the documentation policy and procedure.

14. Performs CPR when directed by patient’s/appropriate representative’s wishes.

15. Displays safe, efficient, and prudent use and maintenance of D.M.E. and medical supplies and adaptive equipment.

16. Demonstrates knowledge of the supply requisition systems as per policy and procedure.

17. Performs treatments/procedures according to specific standards.

18. Performs and monitors patient teaching according to the policy and procedures.

19. Coordinates the care team in order to facilitate a change in the level of care in compliance with the change in level of care standard.

20. Identifies the stages of death and dying.

21. Reports on healthcare concerns or changes in condition to physical therapist and/or RN.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights with varying amounts of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis.

2. Must be able to lift 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly.

3. Frequent walk, stand, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and lift are all necessary body movements utilized in performing duties throughout the work shift.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Exposure to bodily fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, and explosive gases.

2. Exposure to cleaning agents and disinfectants.

3. Exposure to toxic gases, fumes, and odors.

4. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.

5. Exposure to electrical current.

6. Exposure to radiation from x-rays.

7. Exposure to wind, rain, snow, sleet, mud, high and low temperatures, animals and insects, and hazardous roadways.

8. The majority of work is performed in the patient’s home and may require extensive travel.

9. Subject to unpredictable situations. May be exposed to adverse or unpleasant home environments.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Must have strong communication skills, written and verbal.

2. Must have effective reading and comprehensive skills.

3. Must be able to follow direction.

4. Must be able to identify problems and relay this to the physical therapist.

5. Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

SHC WVUHS Home Care

Cost Center:

384 SHC Home Health Uniontown

Address:

205 Easy StreetUniontownPennsylvania

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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The Advanced Practice Professional (APP) provides high-quality, patient-centered care as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the APP assesses, diagnoses, treats, and manages patients within their scope of practice and area of specialty. The APP is responsible for delivering evidence-based care, promoting positive patient outcomes, maintaining professional and regulatory standards, and supporting the clinical, educational, and operational goals of the department and organization.

Additional Job Description:

WVU Medicine and the Department of Emergency Medicine seeks a PRN Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) to practice at Berkeley Medical Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia.

Duties: The successful candidate will practice in the areas of Emergency Medicine & The EM Observation Unit. In addition to providing comprehensive outpatient clinical care to patients in an emergency medicine capacity and establish preventive health practices for patients.

Qualifications: Candidate must have a PA or NP degree and be eligible for state medical license. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR NURSE PRACTITIONER:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master’s Degree in Nursing.

2. National Certification by one of the recognized APRN Certification Centers.

3. Licensure, or eligibility for licensure, as a professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania.

4. CNOR Certification required.

5. BLS Certification required with additional Advanced Life Support training at the discretion of the department. 

EXPERIENCE:

1.Emergency medicine/ Urgent care experience preferred. 

2. Eligible new graduates will be considered.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor’s Degree as Physician Assistant, or Master’s Degree as Physician Assistant required. 

2. Graduate of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant (PA) training program required.

3. Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants required.

4. Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the PA Board of Medicine.

6. BLS Certification required with additional Advanced Life Support training at the discretion of the department.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Emergency Medicine/ Urgent care experience preferred. 

2. Eligible new graduates will be considered.

The Department of Emergency Medicine has over 100 full-time members across diverse practice sites. There are additional career opportunities for Emergency Medicine physicians looking for a variety of clinical experiences anchored by an academic affiliation to WVU's School of Medicine. WVU Medicine is West Virginia University’s affiliated health system, West Virginia’s largest private employer, and a national leader in patient safety and quality. The WVU Health System is comprised of eighteen member hospitals and three hospitals under management agreements, anchored by its flagship hospital, J.W Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, a 700+ bed academic medical center that offers tertiary and quaternary care. WVU Medicine has more than 1,000 active medical staff members and 18,000 employees who serve hundreds of thousands of people each year from across the state of West Virginia and the nation. The WVU Health System has been ranked number 180 out of 500 businesses selected for the Forbes list of “America’s Best Employers 2021.”

Berkeley Medical Center in Martinsburg, WV, is part of WVU Medicine and is a major teaching site for West Virginia University School of Medicine. Located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, this community offers the amenities of the large city in a scenic and affordable location. A rural atmosphere and a lower cost of living mixed with the easy accessibility to Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD make the Eastern Panhandle an ideal place to live. Berkeley County is among the fastest growing counties in the state, and in recent years a steady influx of urban professionals from Washington and Baltimore have contributed to the growth of local telecommuting and high-tech industries.

Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn and make a difference from day one.

To learn more, visit https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/em and apply online at http://wvumedicine.org/morgantowncareers.

For additional questions, please contact Lindsay Spaur, Senior Physician Recruiter, at Lindsay.spaur@wvumedicine.org.

West Virginia University & University Health Associates are an AA/EO employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – and WVU is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

SMG System Medical Group

Cost Center:

7411 SMG Emergency Department Berkeley

Address:

2500 Hospital DriveMartinsburgWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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Assists the physical, occupational and speech therapist in the treatment and care of patients in accordance with established methods and procedures of the Rehabilitation Services Department and the hospital. Assists with clerical duties of Rehabilitation Services and other assigned supportive tasks as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. High School graduate or equivalent.

2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:
1. Two months previous hospital experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Responsible for assisting the licensed clinicians in the treatment of patients, adhering to instructions given by the clinicians and following established treatment routines.
2. Responsible for cleaning and management of rehabilitation equipment.
3. Manages patient charge reconciliation on a daily basis, including charge entry and corrections as needed.
4. Responsible for transporting patients as assigned with attention to safety.
5. Manages supplies and inventory for rehabilitation services including ordering materials and stocking as needed.
6. Maintains statistics regarding volumes, revenue, and expenses for rehabilitation services on a monthly basis.
7. Calculates and reports daily productivity to Director and Team Leaders.
8. Additional tasks supportive to Rehabilitation Services may be assigned as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. The national Institute for Occupational Safety and Health recommends minimizing the need for employees to manually lift patients, and limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds.  All transfers, lifts and re-positioning will be completed utilizing the lift equipment and/or other patient handling aids as indicated by the patient’s profile and appropriate algorithms.
2. Heavy/Hard work:  Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs.
3. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1.Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Strong Communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact in a professional manner with all customers and associates.
2. Able to perform assignments and work under pressure.
3. Ability to be scheduled for work based on operations needs of the hospital.
4. Ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests, in person and via telephone.
5. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient ranging from pediatric to geriatric.
6. Maintain established department and hospital policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection and hazardous material control.

7. Basic Computer Skills/Word & Excel documents/Navigate the organizations EMR (Electronic Medical Record) system

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center:

534 WVUH Outpatient Therapy Admin UTC

Address:

6050 University Town Center DriveMorgantownWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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The Advanced Practice Professional (APP) provides high-quality, patient-centered care as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the APP assesses, diagnoses, treats, and manages patients within their scope of practice and area of specialty. The APP is responsible for delivering evidence-based care, promoting positive patient outcomes, maintaining professional and regulatory standards, and supporting the clinical, educational, and operational goals of the department and organization.

Additional Job Description:

WVUHS and the department of Emergency Medicine seek a full-time APP to join our team.

This position is located at Weirton Medical Center in Weirton, WV.

Duties include, but are not limited to: Provide healthcare services consistent with state law and the requirements of the professional licensing or certification authority and/or hospital privileges, where applicable.  Such service may include, but are not limited to. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR NURSE PRACTITIONER:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master’s Degree in Nursing.

2. National Certification by one of the recognized APRN Certification Centers.

3. Licensure or eligibility for licensure, as a professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in West Virginia.

4. American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and ATLS certification required.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Acute care or emergency medicine experience preferred. 

2. Eligible new graduates will be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. ACNP or FNP considered.

2. American Heart Association PALS certification is encouraged.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree as Physician Assistant or Master’s Degree as Physician Assistant required. 

2. Graduate of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant (PA) training program required.

3. Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants required.

4. Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the WV Board of Medicine or WV Board of Osteopathic Medicine.

5. American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and ATLS certification required.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Acute care or emergency medicine experience preferred. 

2. Eligible new graduates will be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Masters level education as Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant preferred.

2. American Heart Association PALS certification is encouraged.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Manages comprehensive and individualized care for emergency medicine patients and their families in the DEM and immediate post discharge in the ambulatory setting.  Coordinates hospitalization if necessary.  

2. Completes pre-procedure evaluations.

3. Completes integrated assessments.

4. With the collaboration of emergency medicine faculty or by following established clinical Guidelines and Protocols, orders additional tests or consults as deemed appropriate.

5. Performs and communicates results of diagnostic tests following established clinical guidelines and scope of practice.

6. Consults and communicates with DEM clinic and hospital staff regarding abnormal findings in the evaluations of patients.

7. Performs succinct comprehensive clinical evaluations and documents findings in medical record.

8. Facilitates patient DEM discharge by coordinating appropriate services and tests prior to discharge necessary for outpatient follow-up appointments in the clinic (as applicable). 

9. Develops a comprehensive individualized plan of care for emergency medicine patients, which includes teaching, discharge planning and necessary referral to other members of the health care team or admission as necessary.

10. Demonstrates expertise in caring for patients across the age continuum of their educational experience and certification.

11. Identifies unstable or complex emergency medicine patient care situations and facilitates appropriate intervention in the DEM  setting.

12. Recognizes emergency situations and initiates effective emergency care.

13. Evaluates emergency medicine patients and serves as a coordinator for follow up procedures and tests in the ambulatory setting or upon admission (as applicable).

14. Assists in the collection of outcome measures (as applicable).

15. Demonstrates critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning skills in clinical decision making by the identification, evaluation and management of the individual needs of patients/families.

16. Demonstrates the ability to utilize equipment in a safe manner.

17. Bases decisions made/actions taken on the relevant scientific principles, established standards of care and/or research findings.

18. Utilizes teaching/learning theory and appropriate teaching strategies in the provision of education to nursing staff, hospital staff, students, patients, families and the community.

19. Promotes an environment that facilitates learning by responding to appropriate patient/family preferences, priorities and readiness to learn.

20. Updates own knowledge base throughout the year.

21. Completes all identified clinical competencies.

22. Serves as a resource person for staff caring for the emergency medicine patient.

23. Provides educational programs to professional and paraprofessional personnel in area of expertise.

24. Participates in community programs, distribution of literature, as appropriate in area of expertise.

25. Documents the plan of care, interventions and evaluations in a clear and concise manner for every patient visit in the patient’s medical record following approved hospital policies and compliance standards for documentation. 

26. Collaborates with other leaders and staff to effectively achieve patient outcome based improvements in care.

27. Provides leadership in the development and implantation of changes in the emergency medicine practice that positively impact patient outcomes. 

28. Works collaboratively with medical and nursing staff to facilitate creative problem solving and provide professional support.

29. Participates and initiates inter-disciplinary approaches to patient care, program development and education.  Serves as a professional role model.

30. Promotes and practices innovation of the expanded role in the delivery of care to emergency medicine patients and families throughout the inpatient hospitalization, and the ambulatory setting.

31. Participates and provides leadership for committees and task forces.

32. Documents hours and submits billing reports, as appropriate. 

33. Reviews and interprets emergency medicine data from sources such as patient registries, clinical and financial reports, length of stay, access to care, and cost per case reports and recommends/implements changes as necessary.

34. Participates in clinical trials and research studies with the Principal Investigator.

35. Assists emergency medicine Faculty, Administrators and Directors in the collection of outcome measures.

36. Other duties/projects as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Heavy/Hard Work:  Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning of patients, standing, walking, and carrying of patients, materials and equipment weighting 40+ pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Working closely with others.

2. Protracted or irregular hours.

3. Working around biohazards.

4. Working around infectious diseases.

5. Working with or near the deceased.

6. Working with hands in water.

7. Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Proficiency with computers.

2. Strong communication skills.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Exempt)

Company:

SMG System Medical Group

Cost Center:

7159 SMG Emergency Department WMCP

Address:

601 Colliers WayWeirtonWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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This position performs nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care activities including personal, physical and comfort needs of patients, under the supervision of a registered professional nurse. This position will provide high-quality patient care in coordination with licensed medical staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.

2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

1. Prior patient care experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Observes and reports all patient concerns/changes in condition to a registered nurse immediately.

2. Assists the Registered Nurse with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.

3. Records the vital signs, assists in personal hygiene and other patient comfort measures. Records oral intake and outputs (temperature, blood pressure and other monitoring).

4. Assists in specimen collection and other activities of assigned patients.

5. Assists in indirect patient care by maintaining a clean and safe environment to help prevent and/or control infections and to provide for safety of patients, visitors and employees.

6. Reports all necessary equipment repairs to appropriate personnel according to departmental procedure in a timely manner.

7. Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to departmental procedure.

8. Communicates with RN regarding any nutrition issues, such as poor appetite or verbalized lack of understanding of diet changes.

9. Assists department with administrative tasks to support the department operations.

10. Answers patient call bell and relays message to appropriate personnel

For facilities with specialty accreditation requirements:

1. Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards.  Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Heavy/Hard Work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, and walking.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Working closely with others.

2. Working protracted or irregular hours.

3. Working around biohazards.

4. Working around infectious diseases.

5. Working with or near the deceased.

6. Working with hands in water.

7. Working with electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to effectively communicate with staff and patients.

2. Ability to adapt to changing environments.

Additional Job Description:

PCT 3P Med Surg Pulmonary

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

THOM Thomas Hospitals

Cost Center:

1109 THOM Nursing Medical Surgical

Address:

4607 MacCorkle Avenue SWSouth CharlestonWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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This position has the authority, responsibility, and shift accountability for the delivery of nursing care through the use of the nursing process. The incumbent accepts accountability, applies competent clinical knowledge skills, and uses independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and by health care providers to whom care is delegated to achieve quality patient care outcomes. Performs the duties and responsibilities within the scope of a Registered Nurse (RN) - Level I, II, & III, as defined within the job description.

The incumbent must demonstrate the knowledge and skills at the proficient level necessary to provide care that is relevant to the patient(s) under their care, as well as apply principles of growth and development over the life span. The incumbent also must possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs. This role provides professional nursing care for patients in an inpatient hospital setting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).

2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Three (3) years of registered nurse experience if degree is BSN OR Five (5) years of registered nurse experience if ADN/Diploma

CAPE PROGRAM PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

1. Specialty Certification in applicable discipline from approved CAPE certification listing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) or higher.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Leads the design and development of interprofessional processes for plan of care.

2. Provides Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Care to patients and caregivers.

3. Defines expected outcomes that incorporate cost, clinical effectiveness, and are aligned with the outcomes identified by members of the interprofessional team.

4. Identifies communication strategies among individuals, family, community and social systems on health and illness.

5. Provides leadership for establishing, improving, and sustaining collaborative relationships to achieve safe quality care for healthcare consumers.

6. Provides interdepartmental guidance regarding strategies to enhance care provided to patient population.

7. Collaborates with the healthcare team in modifying care delivery, creating an environment conducive to improved care experience.

8. Participates in developing new processes within the organization.

9. Partners with other members of health system to assist with system quality improvements.

10. Utilizes data and information in system-level decision-making.

11. Assists with organizational policy within practice setting.

12. Assists with improved information infrastructure.

13. Demonstrates leadership skills that emphasize ethical and critical decision-making, effective working relationships, and a systems perspective.

14. Formulates culturally sensitive expected outcomes derived from assessments and diagnoses.

15. Develops recruitment and retention strategies to achieve a multicultural workforce.

16. Evaluates tools, instruments, and services provided to culturally diverse populations.

17. Identifies strategies for communication with peers/mentors to provide support in times of difficult cultural situations.

18. Identifies barriers that may prevent cultural care & resolution to difficult situations.

19. Promotes wellbeing within the interprofessional team.

20. Mentors team members to lead change to advance health.

21. Participates in continuing professional development by identifying learning opportunities.

22.Required competencies to include demonstration of regularly being a charge nurse and/or precepting new staff or nursing students

23.Required competencies to include demonstration of participation in QI and/or shared governance at the unit level

For facilities with specialty accreditation requirements:

1. Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards.  Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health recommends minimizing the need for employees to manually lift patients, and limit safe patient handling to 35 pounds. All transfers, lifts and re-positioning will be completed utilizing the lift equipment and/or other patient handling aids as indicated by the patient’s profile and appropriate algorithms.

2. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying of materials and equipment weighing 40+lbs.

3. Visual acuity must be within normal range.

4. Hearing within normal range is required (i.e. to assess breath sounds, bowel sounds, apical pulse, monitors, etc.)

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Working protracted or irregular hours.

2. Working around biohazards.

3. Working around infectious diseases.

4. Working with or near the deceased.

5. Working with hands in water.

6. Working with electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict.

2. Uses competent clinical practice and critical thinking skills to efficiently deliver patient care with all health care providers while maximizing efficient use of resources.

3. Ability to be flexible in response to changes in work volume, staff and scheduling changes.

4. Ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions and capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

THOM Thomas Hospitals

Cost Center:

70 THOM Nursing PACU

Address:

4605 Maccorkle Ave SWSouth CharlestonWest Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Primary City/State:

Glendale, Arizona

Department Name:

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Nursing

Better Than Ever for Nurses. We’re making the biggest investment ever in creating a better employment experience for our nursing team members.  At Banner Health, we take care of nurses. Nurses take care of everyone.

Location: Banner Thunderbird Medical Center - 5555 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306

Schedule: Monday through Friday 4 days a week, 10 hour shifts with a rotating day off. Call on Weekends, nights and holidays.

Day to day:

• Support growth of Neuroendovascular and thrombectomy services.
• Maintain rapid response and 24/7 procedural readiness for emergent stroke cases.
• Support increasing IR procedural volumes while maintaining scheduled cases.
• Provide sustainable call coverage and reduce staffing strain.
• Allow appropriate time for Neuroendovascular training, orientation, and competency development.
• Maintain safe, efficient patient care during high-volume periods, call-ins, and other staffing needs.
• Build the staffing infrastructure needed to sustainably support the expanded program.

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center has served the Northwest Valley for more than 25 years and our unrelenting focus on excellent patient care has helped us become one of the most preferred hospitals in the Valley. In addition to being a Level 1 Trauma Center, the facility also includes a Primary Certified Stroke center, cross-training capability to other modalities, busy OR, Level III NICU, in house Transportation, Department Tech Assistants, Medical Imaging RNs, and state of the art equipment.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.

2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status.

3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.

4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.

5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.

6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate.

7. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations.

8. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department.

9.Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the patient and family to changes in health status.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.

Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an acute care setting.

In a Home Health setting, team members must be able to operate personal vehicle and possess a valid driver's license. Auto insurance coverage is also required to be active and maintained.

Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral or BUMG, BUMCT in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working at BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working in any Banner Staffing (BSS) Behavioral Health role in Arizona must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital - (2nd Evening Shifts)

At Houston Methodist, the Case Manager (CM) position is a registered nurse (RN) responsible for comprehensively assessing clinical condition and planning for case management, which includes care transitions and discharge planning of a targeted patient population on a designated unit(s) and/or service lines. This position works with the physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare team to facilitate clinical care coordination and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality and safe patient care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. The CM position holds joint accountability with the social worker for discharge planning, coordination of care, and throughput, assuring that admission and continued stay are medically necessary. This position communicates clinical information to payors and post-acute care providers to ensure safe transition and continuity of care.

FLSA STATUS
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.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Three years hospital nursing clinical experience
• Acute care case management experience preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required

• RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency)

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
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and Managed Care requirements
• Progressive knowledge of community resources, healthcare financial and payor requirements/issues, and eligibility for state, local and federal programs
• Progressive knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement and managed care reimbursement
• Understanding of pre-acute and post-acute venues of care and post-acute community resources
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, and patients and their families
• Well versed in computer skills of the entire Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
• Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Communicates in an active, positive and effective manner to all healthcare team members and reports pertinent clinical patient care and family data in a comprehensive and unbiased manner; listens and responds to the ideas of others. Supports patients and families in preventing/resolving clinical or ethical issues.
• Collaborates with staff from the multidisciplinary care team concerning the discharge plan to improve outcomes and the safe transition of care. Uses a structured format for regular communication with patients and families.
• Communicates effectively with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, patients, and families to ensure safe and timely transitions of care.
• Contributes towards improvement of employee engagement as reflected by department scores, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assesses all patients timely, per policy, and thoroughly. Reviews chart for medical necessity and facilitation of throughput and appropriate utilization of inpatient resources and services, etc. Initiates and facilitates referrals and transfers for home health care, hospice, durable medical equipment, and other post-acute services.
• Participates and is prepared to present barriers to efficient patient throughput in daily multi-disciplinary rounds (MDRs). Escalates appropriate discharge barriers to leadership and/or physician advisor.
• Facilitates discharge planning activities for assigned patients and collaborates with other members of the multidisciplinary care team, as well as patient and family, on clinically complex care transitions and discharges. Maintains ownership of the discharge planning process on assigned units.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Modifies care based on continuous evaluation of the patient’s medical condition and progression. Demonstrates clinical problem-solving and critical thinking within the scope of practice and makes decisions using an evidence-based analytical approach. Documents accurate assessment and interventions efficiently and effectively.
• Educates patient and family appropriately on disease process that impacts their health and readmission. Connects patient and family with resources related to their disease process.
• Proactively plans for routine discharge, elevates emergent situations, and escalates unresolved barriers. Manages usual patient assignment and other unit demands, anticipating/planning for potential problems.
• Focuses on discharge domain by contributing to department and hospital targets for quality, patient satisfaction and safety measures.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Focuses on reducing length of stay for all levels of care, (inpatient, observation and outpatient in a bed) and avoidable days by ensuring efficient and timely use of resources in discharge planning and transitions. Reviews medical records for medical necessity for continued stay, facilitate timely discharge to reduce discharge delays.
• Applies knowledge of payor requirements and coverage to facilitate cost-effective discharges. Contributes to meeting department and hospital financial targets. Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, assisting coworkers as needed.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Identifies areas for process improvement based on understanding of evidence-based practice literature. Participates in evidence-based practice/performance improvement projects based on these observations and offers solutions.
• Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE
• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: No
• 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 No




Work Shift:

2 - Evening (United States of America)



Job Category:

Clinical

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is a Magnet-recognized, not-for-profit, faith-based hospital that serves the growing Northwest Houston community. We are committed to providing quality, cost-effective health care in a compassionate environment for a full range of services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics and sports medicine, comprehensive women’s services, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, and primary and general medicine.


Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Primary Care position is responsible for maintaining and promoting the health of the patient requiring primary care, while practicing medicine under the supervision of a licensed physician. This position will provide diagnostic, therapeutic and preventative care to primary care patients. The APP - Primary Care position may conduct physicals, order tests and therapy, prescribe medications, and refer to specialists when appropriate. This position works in an outpatient primary care setting and may perform independently under the indirect supervision of a license physician or as part of a treatment team. The APP – Primary Care position affects direct patient care according to the Board of Nursing in the State of Texas and Houston Methodist policies and procedures.

FLSA STATUS
Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing
• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program

EXPERIENCE

• Two years of advanced practice clinical experience
• Two years of advanced practice clinical experience in primary care, family medicine, or outpatient internal medicine preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required

• RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV For NP, Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and
• APRN Non-Acute Care state license and
• Magnet ANCC-recognized Non-Acute Care practitioner certification and
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
• AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and
• DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months

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
• Use of critical thinking skills and clinical judgement to work autonomously as defined by the Board of Physician Assistants
• Accepts accountability for outcomes in healthcare
• Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families, and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components
• Ability to exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families
• Demonstrates proficient time management skills

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, interprofessional consultant, and patient/family advocate. Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals.
• Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication.
• Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability, improvement of department score for employee engagement.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care under physician supervisor, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Prioritizes care based on the patient’s needs, abilities and preferences
• Collaborates with interprofessional team members to manage/coordinate patient care.
• Responds and is available timely to patient questions/issues that arise as triaged by clinical staff. Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Functions as a quality care provider, coordinating, maintaining, and promoting the health of the patient. Performs functions under physician supervision, such as diagnosis, use of prescriptive authority, and treatment according to practice guidelines, protocols, and/or standing orders to ensure patient safety.
• Conducts health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge, as appropriate), identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, reviews medications and test reports to develop a plan of care, initiate appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient population(s).
• Assists the interprofessional health care team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety related processes.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implements department strategies to achieve financial targets and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, optimizing clinic workflow efficiency, and other areas according to department specifications.
• Performs accurate documentation in medical records, including diagnosis and CPT coding.
• Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills.
• Contributes to department plans for resource utilization and capital needs to meet department financial target.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Promotes quality health care through integration of current research into practice and participation in research/evidence-based activities. Leads and identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement.
• Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual clinical knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource.
• Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE
• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: Yes
• Business professional: Yes
• 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 No




Work Shift:

1 - Day (United States of America)



Job Category:

Clinical

With more than 40 locations throughout the Greater Houston area, Houston Methodist Primary Care Group brings quality, compassionate care to the entire family and to the communities where our patients work and live. As part of the Houston Methodist health system — one of the nation’s leading health systems — the Primary Care Group offers efficient access to world-class specialty care and hospital services from a network comprised of the nation’s leading hospitals and health care professionals.


Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Houston Methodist, the Manager Operations position is responsible for clinic management, planning, development, budgeting, and other administrative activities of the assigned department. Primary responsibilities for this position include managing support staff, supporting the management of provider schedules, improving patient access, assisting in streamlining support staff workflows, and tracking metrics for their area of responsibility. The Manager Operations position will also work closely with leadership across the organization to ensure best practices are implemented along with a thorough understanding of financial and budgeting processes and principles, which allows the Operations Manager to assess earnings and spending to find areas for improvement.

The manager position responsibilities include managing the daily work activities of the work unit/department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency while assisting management in accomplishing strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position provides guidance to staff and is responsible for staffing, budget compliance, contributing to staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and assisting in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also implements training, monitoring and operations initiatives that secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/regulatory/ government regulations.

FLSA STATUS
Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree
• Master’s degree preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Five years in a healthcare/administrative capacity with two years supervisory experience;
• For HM applicants, four years HM experience with two years of progressively responsible leadership/project management experience will be considered
• Experience in clinic management preferred

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 through a variety of channels with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles; engages the recipient(s) and helps them understand and retain the message
• Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
• Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved
• Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills
• Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace
• Skilled at managing multiple projects with conflicting priorities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees in the department. Provides development and mentoring of staff. Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover. Develops direct reports to perform these same functions.
• Provides fair and consistent leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
• Facilitates and promotes effective team dynamics and teambuilding strategies within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed.
• Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators.
• Provides leadership to achieve a satisfied and competent employee work environment. Directs, delegates and oversees work efforts as appropriate to ensure the highest quality and best possible delivery of service.
• Ensures that department consistently achieves desired clinical and management outcomes, including high degree of patient and physician satisfaction. Implements change, demonstrating the ability to motivate employees and follow through.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans and organizes day-to-day department operations, schedule and activities. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction.
• Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department.
• Optimizes clinical operations and patient flow to ensure quality of care provided to patients. Conduct regular analysis to ensure that schedules are being utilized to the fullest potential resulting in increased patient access.
• Participates in leadership meetings and committees of the Physician Organization and/or Hospital. Leads efforts to create an environment of personalized service and engages patients, staff, and physicians.
• Utilizes practice metrics to optimize practice performance which includes, but is not limited to staffing benchmarks, panel size, next third available, fill rate, no show rate, double booking strategies, wRVU by specialty.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines.
• Uses and optimizes information systems to enhance operations; supports entity-specific performance improvement and data management/analysis functions.
• Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes by monitoring and improving the department workflow, using peer-to-peer accountability, and identifying solutions via collaboration. Adopts lean principles in driving process improvements. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.
• Monitors self and employee compliance with policies, procedures, and System HR Standards of Practice and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.).
• Establishes and enforces benchmarks consistent with MGMA industry standards and monitors effectiveness. Ensures appropriate skill sets relative to benchmarks and performance goals.
• Monitors key operational indicators including financial and quality metrics e.g. in basket utilization, clinical close rate, etc. Assesses current performance and develops action plans to achieve optimal performance.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in the development of department budget and ensures that the department operates in a cost effective manner. Manages/audits department expenses within approved budget parameters, ensuring that the department meets the budgeted/flex revenue and/or expense targets on a monthly and annual basis. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet department needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.
• Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, developing others to do the same, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department operations or other department-specific measures by leading unit projects and/or other department/system directed activities. Supports change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
• Proactively evaluates processes; recommends and implements action plan(s) for change; follows through to ensure effective, sustainable change. Participates in the development and implementation of new procedures and the review and revision of existing procedures.
• Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals.
• Seeks opportunities to identify developmental needs of self and staff and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development.
• Contributes to the development of annual goals and objectives for the clinic. Assists the staff in achieving the goals via training and appropriate resources.

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




Work Shift:

1 - Day (United States of America)



Job Category:

Non-clinical

With more than 40 locations throughout the Greater Houston area, Houston Methodist Primary Care Group brings quality, compassionate care to the entire family and to the communities where our patients work and live. As part of the Houston Methodist health system — one of the nation’s leading health systems — the Primary Care Group offers efficient access to world-class specialty care and hospital services from a network comprised of the nation’s leading hospitals and health care professionals.


Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Highlights

• Full-time employed position
• 7-on/7-off nocturnist schedule
• 12-hour overnight shifts
• Collaborative hospitalist team and specialty support
• State-of-the-art facilities and resources
• Opportunity to contribute to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Practice within a nationally recognized health system committed to excellence in patient care

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care during overnight hours, including admissions, consultations, and management of acute medical conditions.
• Respond to and manage medical emergencies throughout the hospital.
• Collaborate with specialists, nursing staff, advanced practice providers, and ancillary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and referring providers regarding treatment plans and care transitions.
• Complete timely and accurate medical documentation in accordance with regulatory, compliance, and billing requirements.
• Participate in hospital quality improvement, patient safety, and performance initiatives.
• Support educational activities involving residents and medical students, when applicable.

Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.

Licensure and Certification

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine.
• Active Texas Medical License or eligibility to obtain Texas licensure.

Experience

• Previous hospitalist or nocturnist experience preferred.
• Two or more years of inpatient clinical experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex and acutely ill hospitalized patients.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Houston Methodist offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary with performance incentives
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plans with employer matching
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
• Generous paid time off
• Professional liability insurance with tail coverage
• Access to Houston Methodist's extensive physician support resources

About Houston Methodist Woodlands Hospital

Houston Methodist The Woodlands offers the best of both worlds: the strength and reputation of Houston Methodist and the Texas Medical Center, combined with the exceptional lifestyle, top-rated schools, and community feel of The Woodlands. It's an ideal environment for physicians seeking a high-quality practice and an outstanding place to live.

Apply Today

For additional information or to express interest in this opportunity, please contact:

Lynn Welch
Physician Recruiter
Welch_MDrecruitment@houstonmethodist.org

• WORK ATTIRE
  • Uniform:
  • Scrubs:
  • Business professional:
  • Other (department approved):
• 
  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*
• 
  TRAVEL**
  **Travel specifications may vary by department**
  • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
  • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area




Work Shift:

3 - Night (United States of America)



Job Category:

Non-clinical



With more than 40 locations throughout the Greater Houston area, Houston Methodist Primary Care Group brings quality, compassionate care to the entire family and to the communities where our patients work and live. As part of the Houston Methodist health system — one of the nation’s leading health systems — the Primary Care Group offers efficient access to world-class specialty care and hospital services from a network comprised of the nation’s leading hospitals and health care professionals.

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.




Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is currently looking for a full-time Primary Care Sports Medicine physician to join our team.  This opening is at our campus located in The Heights area.  Candidates should have a Texas license, or be in the process of obtaining one, and be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine/Sports Medicine.  This is a full-time position with Houston Methodist.  In addition to the standard orthopedic practice, Houston Methodist also provides on-field coverage for local high school football games in the Heights area.

The Houston Methodist Department of Orthopedic Surgery is at the forefront of providing unparalleled orthopedic care to a range of patients from professional athletes and performing artists to patients with traumatic injuries and joint disorders. By bringing together a skilled team of orthopedic surgeons who work closely with primary care sports medicine physicians, physical and occupational therapists, we ensure exceptional orthopedic care and rehabilitation for our patients. We are committed to advancing orthopedic research through close partnerships with numerous research institutions and are training the next generation of leaders in orthopedic surgery through hands-on training and mentoring.

Houston Methodist is the Official Healthcare Provider of the Houston Texans, Houston Astros, Houston Ballet, Rice University, and the Houston Rodeo.

For additional details please reach out to Lwelch@houstonmethodist.org

•  WORK ATTIRE
  • Uniform:
  • Scrubs:
  • Business professional:
  • Other (department approved):
• 
  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*
• 
  TRAVEL**
  **Travel specifications may vary by department**
  • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
  • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area




Work Shift:

1 - Day (United States of America)



Job Category:

Non-clinical



With more than 40 locations throughout the Greater Houston area, Houston Methodist Primary Care Group brings quality, compassionate care to the entire family and to the communities where our patients work and live. As part of the Houston Methodist health system — one of the nation’s leading health systems — the Primary Care Group offers efficient access to world-class specialty care and hospital services from a network comprised of the nation’s leading hospitals and health care professionals.

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.




Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

  This is a full-time position with Houston Methodist.  In addition to the standard orthopedic practice, Houston Methodist also provides on-field coverage for local high school football games in the Pearland area.  
 
The Houston Methodist Department of Orthopedic Surgery is at the forefront of providing unparalleled orthopedic care to a range of patients from professional athletes and performing artists to patients with traumatic injuries and joint disorders. By bringing together a skilled team of orthopedic surgeons who work closely with primary care sports medicine physicians, physical and occupational therapists, we ensure exceptional orthopedic care and rehabilitation for our patients. We are committed to advancing orthopedic research through close partnerships with numerous research institutions and are training the next generation of leaders in orthopedic surgery through hands-on training and mentoring. 
 
Houston Methodist is the Official Healthcare Provider of the Houston Texans, Houston Astros, Houston Ballet, Rice University, and the Houston Rodeo.

Please reach out to Lwelch@houstonmethodist.org for additional details.

• WORK ATTIRE
  • Uniform:
  • Scrubs:
  • Business professional:
  • Other (department approved):
• 
  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*
• 
  TRAVEL**
  **Travel specifications may vary by department**
  • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
  • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area




Work Shift:

1 - Day (United States of America)



Job Category:

Non-clinical



With more than 40 locations throughout the Greater Houston area, Houston Methodist Primary Care Group brings quality, compassionate care to the entire family and to the communities where our patients work and live. As part of the Houston Methodist health system — one of the nation’s leading health systems — the Primary Care Group offers efficient access to world-class specialty care and hospital services from a network comprised of the nation’s leading hospitals and health care professionals.

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.




Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) II performs patient care activities, including but not limited to identifying and responding to abnormal findings, appropriately escalating changes in the patient’s condition to the nurse, and activities of daily living (ADL’s). The PCT II provides assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity and practices patient and family centered care. This role typically reports to the Unit Manager.

**Patient Care Tech - Full-time Nights
**Prefer candidates that have an active Texas CNA certification
**Prefer candidates that have Phlebotomy skills
**BLS preferred
**This position is located in a Surgical Care Unit at Northeast Hospital.

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: (None)

Licenses/Certifications: Certified in Basic Life Support issued by (AHA) American Heart Association within 90 days of employment.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• One (1) year of prior patient care experience (e.g. Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician) or similar role required, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Proficiency in all Core Competencies of the PCT I and II position as noted in Memorial Hermann’s PCT Competency Based Tool and as validated by Memorial Hermann Clinical Education no later than the end of orientation.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides direct patient care for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Direct patient care duties include but are not limited to vital signs (pre and post treatment, as applicable), visual monitoring of a patient’s condition, hygiene support, toileting support, mobility support, nutrition support, bathing support, charting, and other activities of daily living as needed.
• Responsible for timely and accurate documentation of information. Should appropriately report any unusual changes or findings to the nurse. 
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
• Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes; follows safety rules; works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors; participates in organizational departments’ safety programs; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies and procedures.
• Obtains and prepares laboratory specimens as prescribed within the scope of the role.
• Helps orient new employees as appropriate.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards of providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and our workforce.
• Other duties as assigned.

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

The purpose of the Case Manager position is to support the physician, primary medical homes, and interdisciplinary teams. Facilitates patient care, with the underlying objective of enhancing the quality of clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction while managing the cost of care and providing timely and accurate information to payors. The role integrates and coordinates resource utilization management, care facilitation and discharge planning functions. In addition, the Case Manager helps drive change by identifying areas where performance improvement is needed (e.g., day to day workflow, education, process improvements, patient satisfaction). The position is responsible for coordinating a wide range of self management support and provides information to update and maintain relevant disease registry activity. Accountable for a designated patient caseload and plans effectively in order to meet patient needs across the continuum, provide family support, manage the length of stay, and promote efficient utilization of resources.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required; Bachelors of Nursing preferred, or graduate of an accredited masters of social work program.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Texas or
• Current and valid license as a Master Social Worker (LMSW) in the state of Texas required, LCSW preferred.
• Certification in Case Management required within two (2) years of hire into the Case Manager position.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Three (3) years of nursing or social work experience acute hospital-based preferred, or three (3) years of experience comparable clinical setting (i.e. ambulatory surgery center, infusion/dialysis clinic, Federally Qualified Health Clinic (FQHC), skilled nursing facility, or wound clinic).
• Experience in utilization management, case management, discharge planning or other cost/quality management program preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong analytical, data management and PC skills.
• Current working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, disease or population management and managed care reimbursement.
• Understanding of pre-acute and post-acute venues of care and post-acute community resources, physician office routines, and transitional procedures for pre and post acute care.  Demonstrated understanding of motivational interviewing and change management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, and patients and their families.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
  

Principal Accountabilities

• Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum.
• Works collaboratively and maintains active communication with physicians, nursing and other members of the multi-disciplinary care team to effect timely, appropriate patient care.
• Addresses/resolves system problems impeding diagnostic or treatment progress. 
• Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge.
• Seeks consultation from appropriate disciplines/departments as required to expedite care and facilitate discharge.
• Utilizes advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. 
• Collaborates with the physician and all members of the multidisciplinary team to facilitate care for designated case load. Monitors the patient’s progress, intervening as necessary and appropriate to ensure that the plan of care and services provided are patient focused, high quality, efficient, and cost effective.
• Facilitates the following on a timely basis: Completes and reports diagnostic testing, Completes treatment plan and discharge plan, Modifies plan of care as necessary, to meet the ongoing needs of the patient, Communicates to third party payors and other relevant information to the care team.
• Assigns appropriate levels of care.
• Completes all required documentation in TQ screens and patient records.
• Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting.
• Completes Utilization Management and Quality Screening for assigned patients.
• Applies approved clinical appropriateness criteria to monitor appropriateness of admissions and continued stays, and documents findings based on Department standards.
• Identifies at-risk populations using approved screening tool and follows established reporting procedures. Monitors LOS and ancillary resource use on an ongoing basis. 
• Takes actions to achieve continuous improvement in both areas.
• Refers cases and issues to Care Management Medical Director in compliance with Department procedures and follows up as indicated.
• Communicates with Resource Center to facilitate covered day reimbursement certification for assigned patients. 
• Discusses payor criteria and issues on a case-by-case basis with clinical staff and follows up to resolve problems with payors as needed.
• Uses quality screens to identify potential issues and forwards information to Clinical Quality Review Department.
• Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care.
• Manages all aspects of discharge planning for assigned patients.
• Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop an individualized continuing care plan in collaboration with physician.
• Collaborates and communicates with multidisciplinary team in all phases of discharge planning process, including initial patient assessment, planning, implementation, interdisciplinary collaboration, teaching and ongoing evaluation.
• Ensures/maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor.
• Refers appropriate cases for social work intervention based on Department criteria.
• Collaborates/communicates with external case managers.
• Initiates and facilitates referrals through the Resource Center for home health care, hospice, medical equipment and supplies.
• Documents relevant discharge planning information in the medical record according to Department standards.
• Facilitates transfer to other facilities as appropriate.
• Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities.
• Assists in the collection and reporting of financial indicators including case mix, LOS, cost per case, excess days, resource utilization, readmission rates, denials and appeals.
• Uses data to drive decisions and plan/implement performance improvement strategies related to case management for assigned patients, including fiscal, clinical and patient satisfaction data.
• Collects, analyzes and addresses variances from the plan of care/care path with physician and/or other members of the healthcare team. 
• Uses concurrent variance data to drive practice changes and positively impact outcomes.
• Collects delay and other data for specific performance and/or outcome indicators as determined by Director of Outcomes Management. Documents key clinical path variances and outcomes which relate to areas of direct responsibility (e.g., discharge planning).
• Uses pathway data in collaboration with other disciplines to ensure effective patient management concurrently.
• Leads the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of clinical pathways and other Case management tools as a member of the clinical resource/team.
• Assists in compilation of physician profile data regarding LOS, resource utilization, denied days, costs, case mix index, patient satisfaction and quality indicators (e.g., readmission rates, unplanned return to OR, etc.)
• Acts as preceptor/mentor to new hires. 
• Assists in development of orientation schedule and helps identify individual needs for learning.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Collaborates with the physician and healthcare team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process; provides professional nursing care to patients, including conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records. MHHS hires RNs based on years of experience groupings (i.e. newly licensed RN [working under the supervision of RN clinical preceptor], less than 1 year, 1-3 years, 3 to 10 and 10+).

Job Description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Collaborates with the physician and healthcare team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process; provides professional nursing care to patients, including conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records.

*24-bed unit with various medical and surgical diagnosis requiring Intermediate Level of Care
*Supportive Team Environment
*Budgeted 1:3-4 nurse to patient ratio
*Designated Admit/Discharge nurse 7 days/week
*Nursing Assistant support 24/7
*Clerical Support during peak hours
*Day and Night Management support
*Unit based educator
*Unit-based committee opportunities
Top Tier Employee Engagement (Press Ganey, 2023)
High percentage of Specialty Certified Nurses
Certification reimbursement offered

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education:  Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing; Bachelors of Nursing preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing
• Certified in Basic Life Support
• Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• RN I <1 year
• RN II = 1-3 years
• RN III = 3-10 years
• RN IV = 10+ years