SUMMARY: Maximize residents’ success, satisfaction and ownership in their living and working environment through effective skills-trainings and relationship building. To maintain a safe, clean and therapeutic environment within the residential program. To provide client driven services that ensures quality and excellence in client care and the facility of client recovery. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Available to cover shifts as assigned at any residential program, to include leaving one program to travel and work at another.Facilitate ADL skill-building for residential living and for community integration through supervising and teaching clients daily medication routines, budgeting, self-preservation skills, transportation, etc. Provide opportunities for skills practice and collaborative learning.Participate on a multi-disciplinary team in the development and implementation of client treatment plans and progress reviews, engaging clients whenever possible in the planning and evaluation process.Provide, coordinate and monitor treatment services for all assigned clients. Includes but not limited to contact with the client, as prescribed in the treatment plan; provision and coordination of care prescribed in the treatment plan through documented contact and implementation of assigned activities with client, client’s family, other Gateway staff, consultants and treatment plan designated staff from other human service agencies and medically oriented organizations. Monitoring the effectiveness of care provided by the program or through other service providers, by comparing service provided with service outcomes, as specified in the treatment plan.Provide shift coverage which includes but is not limited to carrying out the many functions of household maintenance, especially cleaning and meal preparation, assist in resolution of medical, psychiatric and behavioral crises, conflict resolution and symptom management.Attend supervision and team meetings as required.Maintaining current knowledge and updates of agency policies and procedures.Available to work first and second shift, holidays and weekends.Ensure Gateway office areas, residential programs are safe and secure via checking door and window locks and by knowing the whereabouts of all residence at all times during course of work shift. Schedule treatment plan meetings, facilitate treatment plan meetings, utilize assessment information, diagnostic results, medical record, client and family participation and participation of other human service providers to develop and document assessments and treatment plans/reviews in accordance with agency policy and procedure. Ability to screen for substance abuse and provide assessment with indicated treatment planning, counseling/education and referral.Performs other duties as assigned or needed.Ability to remain in shift until appropriately relieved by another staff member. (This could result in working two consecutive shifts as designated by supervisor.) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:High school diploma or GED required.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Maintain flexibility toward work schedules. Ability to work schedule as posted and assigned, to include weekends and holidays. Ability to perform routine household chores involving some lifting and bending.Ability to communicate with clients and other staff face to face and by telephone.Ability to obtain and maintain CPR certification and first aid training and monitor client’s vital signs as required. Maintain a valid chauffeur’s license and capacity to use the program van or personally owned vehicle to transport clients in personally owned vehicle to day-activity program, medical appointments, other appointments and clinical appointments when necessary and to respond to medical emergencies and disaster evacuations.JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY:Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos.Ability to complete all clinical and administrative documentation as required. Ability to write correspondence, reports, care plans, etc.Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to clients, and other employees of the organization.Ability to access emergency resources to effectively manage crisis situations and ensure safety of clients and colleagues. Ability to maintain currently knowledge of all organization policy and procedures and protocols and guidelines, to ensure compliance. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form.Ability to successfully complete all required training and certificationsOral and written communication skills, including speech, grammar, spelling, and legibility are at sufficient level to ensure effective and appropriate communication.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals either manually or by use of a calculator.ETHICS:Uses and accesses information in client’s health information record or about a client only as necessary to actual duties and then only in accordance with access levels assigned to this position by Gateway Healthcare Inc. from time-to-time and in accordance with Gateway Healthcare Inc. policies, rules, and procedures as adopted by Gateway Healthcare Inc. from time-to-time. Comply with agency ethics and codes of conduct in all contacts with clients, co-workers and the communityObserve all agency policies and procedures; complying with all policies and procedures and protocols and guidelines. INTERPERSONAL FACTORS:Must be able to appreciate the sensitive/private nature and legal status of information about individual clients obtained, maintained, or used by Gateway Healthcare Inc. and to not access, use, disclose, or request such information about a client unless necessary to the performance of his/her job. PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the main duties and responsibilities of this job. Other duties with different demands may also be assigned by the employee's supervisor. Gateway complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and analogous state statutes. Therefore, to the extent required by law, Gateway will make reasonable accommodations to allow qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, duties and responsibilities of their positions. Employees and applicants should discuss requests for reasonable accommodations with Human Resources at any time.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, office equipment, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and climb. The employee is occasionally required to stand; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the abilities to adjust focus. The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Pay Range:

$18.00-$27.13

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

GHI-Pawtucket-658 Main Street - 658 Main St. Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860

Work Type:

3rd shift, rotating schedule, alternate weekends & holidays required

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY: The Mental Health Worker will perform random urine toxicology collection activities. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Greet clients in a courteous manner Supervise urine toxicology samples Ensure all drug screen specimens are collected accurately and on time Collect specimens according to established procedures Complete chain of custody forms accurately Submit supporting documentation electronically Package specimens for transport Maintain required records &documentation Provide administrative support including filing, faxing documents, preparing &distributing mail, and compilating statistics &data for reporting MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma, or equivalent, required Ability to read &comprehend instructions, medication/physician order sheets, short correspondence, and memos Oral &written communication skills, including speech, grammar, spelling, and legibility are at a sufficient level to ensure effective &appropriate communication Ability to access emergency resources Ability to complete all required training &certifications

Pay Range:

$18.00-$25.82

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

GHI-Pawtucket-101 Bacon Street - 101 Bacon St. Pawtucket, Rhode Island 02860

Work Type:

M-F 8:00am-4:30pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY: 166773115The CPST Specialist provides support to adults with serious mental health concerns to help them improve their functioning within their communities. The CPST Specialist is responsible for 1) coaching clients in social awareness and skill development; 2) improving relationships with family and friends; 3) providing opportunities for community integration; 4) learning skills to manage symptoms and improve daily living; and 5) preparing for educational and vocational opportunities. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists in conducting screenings and assessments of clients through the person-centered treatment planning process.Assists clients to identify strategies or treatment options associated with their behavioral health disorder which interfere with their daily living and community integration.Provides supportive counseling, solution-focused interventions, with the individual, with the goal of assisting the individual with social, interpersonal, self-care, daily living, and independent living skills to restore stability, to support functional gains and to adapt to community living. Assists clients and family members or other collaterals with identifying strengths and needs, resources, natural supports, and developing goals and objectives to use them effectively.Assists clients in developing coping strategies that ameliorate targeted symptoms. Provides individual and group interventions as identified in the treatment plan.Prepares treatment plans for assigned clients, including medication management components as necessaryAssists clients in gaining skills to increase independence, including transportation, money management, self-help, domestic skills, etc.Communicates with other providers for internal and external care coordination.Supports clients in managing chronic medical conditions, establishing good health routines and practices, personal care, and accessing medical care.Maintains knowledge of available providers and resources in the community to address specialized needs.Participates in supervision, team conferencing, department and agency meetings.Maintains detailed, accurate, and timely documentation in health record.Enhances and maintains professional expertise through educational activities and trainings.Meets requirements for client contact time according to treatment plan, and for agency productivity targets.Follows agency policies and standards for client rights and confidentiality. Perform other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree in a human service field such as psychology, social work, education, rehabilitation.At least 2 years experience working with in a behavioral health or human service settingNECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Knowledge of human development and family systems issues.Understanding of mental health and substance use diagnosesKnowledge of community resources for clients and families with behavioral health disorders.Advocacy and coaching skills.Valid driver's license and use of in order to perform the major functions of the job.Automobile liability insurance coverage for vehicle being used in accordance with Center requirements.Ability to work collaboratively as a team to coordinate care for clients with intensive behavioral health needs.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Pay Range:

$19.97-$32.96

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

GHI-Charlestown-4705 Old Post Road - 4705 Old Post Rd. Charlestown, Rhode Island 02813

Work Type:

M-F 8:00-4:30

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

Pay Range:

$26.80-$44.21

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Corporate Headquarters - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:30am - 5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Application System Manager, provide analysis and programming to assist in the selection, implementation and ongoing support of application software including all interfaces necessary to assure a high value, widely accessible, comprehensive, integrated information network which meets customer needs. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Orient and train new employees; schedule assigned employees; provide guidance and counsel to employees; provide input to performance appraisal. On a project basis may provide functional supervision of Application System Analysts.Meet with personnel from user departments Information Services staff and vendors, to define and resolve application system problems.Analyze problems and determine most efficient and economical programming solution.Develop specifications for software applications; design, code, test, debug, document and install software programs. Test and update software products with new releases.Evaluate new software products to determine their applicability to current and future hardware and software environments.Coordinate the testing and installation of new software packages and modifications from vendors.Design, program, test and install interfaces among systems with disparate hardware and software configurations.Modify, maintain and add value to existing software via maintenance releases, utilities from vendor, and creative use of available Information Services resources to enhance the usefulness of the information system to the organization.Direct preparation of manuals and training materials and training of user personnel in the use of systems and modifications to systems.Manage complex Information Services multi disciplinary projects including project planning, task assignment and project implementation.Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge by attending seminars and reading professional literature.Participate in councils, quality improvement teams, and other such committees as required.Maintain quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies, procedures and objectives.Perform other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Equivalent to Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or a related field required. A combination of computer-related technical training and successively increasing information systems management responsibility may substitute for a degree.EXPERIENCE:Three years experience in programming and systems design.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:Functional supervision of up to 3 full-time equivalent employees. Supervision is limited to assigning work, scheduling, providing guidance and counsel, and input for performance evaluation.Work is performed in a typical office setting.

Pay Range:

$86,382.40-$142,542.40

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Remote-Rhode Island - N/A Providence, Rhode Island 02901

Work Type:

M-F 8:00am-5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: The Brown University Health Credentialed Trainer (CT) reports to the EPIC Training Manager and the EPIC Project Director. Under general supervision, serves to facilitate and manage Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) training. Delivers end-user training and go-live support for a particular Epic application module. Serves as the primary form of Brown University Health support and provides ongoing support and training to the end user. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system. Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Delivers training to end users, and provides go-live and post-go live support for a defined period of time. Acts as first line of defense for continued Brown University Health championing and end user support. Completes the credentialing process. Masters one or several Epic applications and the specific workflows of each application. May work with the Principal Trainer and others on the Brown University Health team to prepare curriculum and the Epic training environment, which may include pilot training to confirm accuracy of the educational materials. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience. EXPERIENCE: Clinical background preferred, for example: Pharmacist, RN, HIM, Laboratory, Radiology, Case Management, etc. Experience in billing, coding, front desk type positions will be considered. Medical terminology, preferred. Experience in clinical systems and/or teaching background, preferred. Skill and/or experience in adult education. Ability to teach in classroom, group, and one-on-one setting. Ability to effectively present material while managing the class. Demonstrates exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal skills; effectively communicates. Operates in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. Willingness to learn and ability to retain knowledge. Exceptional organizational skills. Strong customer service and computer skills. Team-player mentality. Demonstrated ability to work independently, when required. Demonstrated appropriate and effective conflict resolution skills. Comfortable working in a healthcare environment at the point of care. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sits, stands and walks intermittently throughout the day. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Incumbent functions independently within the department’s policies and procedures. Refers specific complex issues to supervisor when clarification of policies and procedures is required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$64,480.00-$106,412.80

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Corporate Headquarters - 15 LaSalle Square Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:00am-5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Reporting to the Social Work Manager, the Social Worker LSW evaluates, diagnoses and treats a wide range of psychosocial problems, applying individual clinical social work skills in order to assist patients and their families in the resolution of personal and environmental problems, attributable to mental or physical illness, which prevents them from achieving their highest level of psychosocial functioning. The Social Worker assigned to the impatient units will be an active participant in the co management model along with the unit leadership in supporting the patient flow initiative. Adheres to social Work professional standards of practice based on NASW Code of Ethics. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system. Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.Completes bio-psychosocial evaluations to eliminate barriers to treatment, discharge and enhance the patient’s health status and improve utilization of resources.Provides consultation regarding patient’s background, physosocial functioning and needs to medical and support staff, in order to assist in planning a comprehensive care program for the patient in order to increase treatment compliance and care coordination with the aim at providing excellent patient experience and increased satisfaction in care.Develops treatment plans and initiates clinical intervention, utilizing individual and group treatment modalities, and analyzes course and result of treatment to maximize health status and increase health care decision making. In accordance with departmental standards regarding frequency and content, documents social work activity in patients’ medical records. Participates as a team member in conferences (collaborative care rounds) concerning patients with other care personnel and community agencies to improve care coordination and moving patients safely into their communities and less restrictive settings.Provide education to assist patients and families in understanding, accepting and following medical and social work recommendations designed to restore the patient to optimum functioning within their capacity.Assesses patient and family advocacy needs, and coordinates appropriate advocacy activities within the hospital and in the community with an emphasis on self-determination for the client system with the aim at improving social supports and community resources.Provides field placement supervision and evaluation for BSW and/or MSW degree candidates as part of the Department of Clinical Social Work Student program (must have LICSW, or, at least 5 years of demonstrated experience and knowledge in service area).Completes case related statistics and other reports according to departmental standards.Participates in hospital wide, departmental and community studies, projects, and trainings with the aim at educating the community and hospital staff on the psychosocial issues related to illness and identifying barriers in service delivery systems.As relevant to clinical assignment, remains current on available community resources, and accesses them as needed.Maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational activities. May attend training for specific areas of clinical responsibility.Participates in quality assurance activities in accordance to department, hospital, and The Joint Commission standards.Adheres to Brown University Health, Hospital, and department policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment of care and be in compliance with all laws, regulations and standards. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited graduate school of Social Work and a current license from State of RI, Board of Social Work Licensure.Minimum requirement for licensure is Licensed Clinical Social Work level (LCSW). When Social Worker is eligible (two years or 2000 hours of post masters supervised practice) it is mandatory that they obtain Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work (LICSW.) status.Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.EXPERIENCE:Between six months and one year of clinical experience preferably in a health or mental health setting with an emphasis on populations to be served in the assigned area.Training and experience necessary to address the specific needs of the patients served in assigned areas of responsibility; this includes issues relating to age and stage of development and the particular special needs and cultural patterns of the patient populations being served.Analytical and therapy skills necessary to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, initiate therapy, and evaluate results. Ability to effectively interact with patients, families, medical staff and outside agencies in providing services.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Works in a normal office environment with exposure to patient care.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:Provides functional guidance to Social Work Interns with recommendation to pursue LICSW level of licensure.

Pay Range:

$29.53-$48.72

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

Per Diem (Weekend, Holiday Days)

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours:

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Staff Nurse provides direct patient care to the endoscopy patient. Assists the endoscopy team with/by positioning patients, assisting endoscopy team with procedures, preparing and cleaning instruments and restocking of room and cart supplies.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

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

Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIIES:/br
Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty, and fairness, and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible, and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system.Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
Assists the Staff Nurse with all aspects of the nursing process including, but not limited to, assisting with collection of baseline and ongoing assessment data, following the nursing management plan, and monitoring the patient response to nursing interventions.
Prepares Endoscopy room in a timely manner with all anticipated supplies, instruments, and equipment.
Assists with endoscopy procedures; anticipates physician needs, passes instruments, removes polyps, obtains specimens and all endoscopic biopsies, assists with and operates cautery and other equipment used to control bleeding, assists with all methods of dilating procedures, assists with and operates advanced endoscopic procedure tools. .
Maintains strict aseptic technique and a safe environment for patients and staff.
Checks all equipment and instruments for proper functioning prior to each procedure.
Demonstrates competence in care of specimens; follows procedure for care and handling of specimens.
Sets up cleaning room to perform activities. According to established instructions and aseptic techniques, performs high-level disinfection to clean and disinfect endoscopes and accessories. Performs basic maintenance of equipment, troubleshooting minor problems as appropriate, referring more complex repairs to the appropriate internal/external sources.
Tests disinfecting solutions daily to ensure effectiveness; adds or changes solutions as necessary.
Prepare and maintain equipment information for regulatory readiness
Assists in obtaining vital signs, point-of-care testing, ambulation, positioning of patients, and pre/post procedure care according to department procedure.
Cleans and prepares room between cases and after the last case; restocks as needed. Cleans and prepares instruments and equipment for sterilization. Maintains cleanliness of work area, including ensuring refrigerator is maintained clean and free from spills.
Assists in the transport of patients to and from Endoscopy.
Performs designated treatments under supervision according to Nursing Department policy and procedure.
Assists in the overall function of the Endoscopy unit under the direction of the Staff Nurse.
Ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Prepares and maintains records and reports related to activities including equipment use for tracking, equipment sent for repair and sterilization; solution testing/changing, etc.
Participates in hospital/department quality improvement activities.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:/br
High school diploma or equivalent. Current certification in Basic Life Support required. Current RI registration as a Certified Nursing Assistant or experience as an Endoscopy, Surgical or other relevant technical role preferred. Completion of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. (SGNA) Program also preferred. GI Technical Specialist certification expected to be completed within one year of date of hire.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process.
EXPERIENCE:/br
Six months ' related experience in an outpatient procedural setting preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:/br
Healthcare environment such as acute care hospitals, physicians ' offices and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Any hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions
INDEPENDENT ACTION:/br
Works under the supervision of the staff nurse within the scope of Hospital and Endoscopy policies and procedures. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:/br
None.

Pay Range:

$20.96-$34.61

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Brown Health Medical Group - 167 Point Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

8a-5p

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Staff Nurse provides direct patient care to the endoscopy patient. Assists the endoscopy team with/by positioning patients, assisting endoscopy team with procedures, preparing and cleaning instruments and restocking of room and cart supplies. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIIES:/br Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty, and fairness, and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible, and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system.Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct. Assists the Staff Nurse with all aspects of the nursing process including, but not limited to, assisting with collection of baseline and ongoing assessment data, following the nursing management plan, and monitoring the patient response to nursing interventions. Prepares Endoscopy room in a timely manner with all anticipated supplies, instruments, and equipment. Assists with endoscopy procedures; anticipates physician needs, passes instruments, removes polyps, obtains specimens and all endoscopic biopsies, assists with and operates cautery and other equipment used to control bleeding, assists with all methods of dilating procedures, assists with and operates advanced endoscopic procedure tools. . Maintains strict aseptic technique and a safe environment for patients and staff. Checks all equipment and instruments for proper functioning prior to each procedure. Demonstrates competence in care of specimens; follows procedure for care and handling of specimens. Sets up cleaning room to perform activities. According to established instructions and aseptic techniques, performs high-level disinfection to clean and disinfect endoscopes and accessories. Performs basic maintenance of equipment, troubleshooting minor problems as appropriate, referring more complex repairs to the appropriate internal/external sources. Tests disinfecting solutions daily to ensure effectiveness; adds or changes solutions as necessary. Prepare and maintain equipment information for regulatory readiness Assists in obtaining vital signs, point-of-care testing, ambulation, positioning of patients, and pre/post procedure care according to department procedure. Cleans and prepares room between cases and after the last case; restocks as needed. Cleans and prepares instruments and equipment for sterilization. Maintains cleanliness of work area, including ensuring refrigerator is maintained clean and free from spills. Assists in the transport of patients to and from Endoscopy. Performs designated treatments under supervision according to Nursing Department policy and procedure. Assists in the overall function of the Endoscopy unit under the direction of the Staff Nurse. Ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Prepares and maintains records and reports related to activities including equipment use for tracking, equipment sent for repair and sterilization; solution testing/changing, etc. Participates in hospital/department quality improvement activities. Maintains patient confidentiality. Performs other related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:/br High school diploma or equivalent. Current certification in Basic Life Support required. Current RI registration as a Certified Nursing Assistant or experience as an Endoscopy, Surgical or other relevant technical role preferred. Completion of the Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. (SGNA) Program also preferred. GI Technical Specialist certification expected to be completed within one year of date of hire. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process. EXPERIENCE:/br Six months ' related experience in an outpatient procedural setting preferred. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:/br Healthcare environment such as acute care hospitals, physicians ' offices and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Any hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions INDEPENDENT ACTION:/br Works under the supervision of the staff nurse within the scope of Hospital and Endoscopy policies and procedures. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:/br None.

Pay Range:

$20.96-$34.61

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type:

Mondy - Friday with rotating call on weeknights, weekends and holidays

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Pathology Manager and Medical Director, oversee the daily operations of the Cytology Laboratory to ensure efficient workflow, high-quality patient care, and compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Performs routine and complex cytologic evaluations while serving as a technical and operational resource for laboratory staff. Responsible for supervisory oversight including staffing, scheduling, workflow coordination, quality assurance, competency assessment, and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.

Functions as a leader within the department by supporting staff development, process improvement initiatives, inspection readiness, and operational goals. Assumes responsibility for laboratory operations in the absence of the Pathology Manager.

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

In addition, our leaders will demonstrate an aptitude for:

• Ensure Accountability and Build Effective Teams
• Drive Vision and Purpose and Optimize Work Processes
• By applying core and leadership competencies, leaders help Brown University Health achieve its strategic goals.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Cytology Laboratory, ensuring the accurate and timely processing and evaluation of gynecologic and non-gynecologic specimens.

Performs routine and complex cytologic screening and maintains competency in all areas of cytology practice.

Serves as a technical resource for laboratory personnel by providing guidance, troubleshooting, consultation, and resolution of operational and technical issues.

Establishes workflow priorities and monitors laboratory operations to ensure optimal turnaround times, efficient service delivery, and appropriate utilization of laboratory resources.

Monitors laboratory workload, productivity, turnaround time, and quality performance metrics; analyzes trends and implements process improvements to enhance operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and patient care.

Assures compliance with CLIA, CAP, OSHA, departmental policies and procedures, and accreditation standards.

Develops, implements, and maintains quality assurance and quality control programs, including the review of laboratory quality indicators, statistics, proficiency testing, corrective actions, and regulatory compliance.

Reviews, develops, updates, and implements laboratory policies, procedures, workflow improvements, and best practices to promote quality, efficiency, standardization, and patient safety.

Participates in the evaluation, validation, verification, and implementation of new laboratory procedures, technologies, instrumentation, and techniques while supporting quality improvement and process optimization initiatives.

Oversees instrument performance, quality control, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and coordination of service activities to ensure the reliability and uninterrupted operation of laboratory equipment.

Supervises cytology staff, including scheduling, staffing adjustments, performance evaluations, competency assessments, coaching, and disciplinary recommendations, as appropriate.

Participates in recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, training, mentoring, and ongoing professional development of laboratory personnel, students, and residents, ensuring competency assessments and required documentation are completed and maintained.

Collaborates with laboratory leadership, pathologists, clinicians, and other departments to support operational initiatives, workflow optimization, implementation of new technologies, and continuous process improvement.

Participates in the preparation for regulatory inspections, accreditation surveys, and audits, maintains continuous survey readiness, and assists in the development and monitoring of corrective action plans.

Promotes a safe work environment by ensuring compliance with laboratory safety policies, infection prevention practices, and applicable OSHA requirements.

Assists with inventory management, reagent and supply utilization, and equipment planning to support efficient laboratory operations.

May periodically contribute topics to professional journals, etc. presenting research and opinions within area of specialization. Regularly provides for the clinical education and experience of students and residents within area of specialization. May conduct formal classroom sessions to students and others presenting topics, analyses, technical background information, etc. from area of specialization.

Performs other duties as assigned.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

EDUCATION:

Baccalaureate degree in biologic sciences and successful completion of cytotechnology internship from an approved program. National certification (or eligible) in cytology by ASCP or equivalent. Advanced or Master’s degree work in area of specialization is desired but specialized knowledge can also be obtained through equivalent work experience.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience and prefer 5 years of supervisory experience in laboratory setting.  

Must possess keen perceptual ability.

Able to function as part of a team, which includes physicians, surgeons, nurses, therapists and other specialists to assure a high quality of patient care.

Microscopic work requires intense concentration and confinement for long periods of time over which accuracy and productivity must be maintained.

Must maintain consistent, high-level, quality specimen processing skills, technical excellence, and expertise.

Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process

Excellent time management skills and analytical ability to solve system related issues.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Supervises all employees within the specific laboratory cost centers.

Pay Range:

$43.62-$71.97

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Specialist, Manager, or Director performs various complex clinical laboratory tests in one or more of the laboratory sections of the Pathology Department.

The work performed requires a professional level of knowledge in order to read and interpret test results, especially those that are abnormal or atypical. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the calibration of equipment, performance and interpretation of highly complex testing and the corresponding Quality Control results, and the troubleshooting of equipment as needed.

All specific functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patient.

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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Receives specimens, confirms patient's identification, validates the appropriateness of physician's orders and labels, exercising care to avoid contamination of specimen.
Prepares and determines suitability of solutions, reagents and stains following standard laboratory formulas and procedures; confirming expiration dates. Datesnitials reagents and QC materials appropriately once opened.
Follows established departmental procedures, performs complex clinical tests using a variety of methodologies including EIA, IFA, Chemiluminesence, RIA, Electrophoresis, Immunoassay and Colorimetry.
Performs complex clinical laboratory tests, which require a professional level of knowledge in order to monitor testing procedures and parameters, and to interpret and analyze test results.
Interprets clinical significance of test results. Collaborates with other technologists to confirm unusual test results or test procedure variation. May review same with Specialist, Manager or Director. Records and reports test results to ordering physician or DOH, as procedurally required.
Assists in the instruction of students and residents, as required, and in the orientation and training of new employees to an assigned laboratory section.
Performs quality control checks on equipment and reagents, records values and uses results to identify potential problems.
Performs new tests and procedures during developmental stages and makes recommendations for modification and establishment of new tests and procedures.
Monitors, sets up and calibrates equipment, troubleshoots operational problems and performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs involving the manufacturer's Hot Line as needed.
Cleans and maintains laboratory equipment, glassware, instruments, work benches, etc.
Helps to maintain inventory control in the lab, to include stocking of supplies to maintain laboratory readiness.
Participates in quality Assurance and Improvement programs, as needed
Maintains RI State CLS License, requiring a minimum of 15 hours/year in continuing education, and current knowledge of clinical laboratory theories and technologies.
Complies with all QA, Safety, Infection Control, and HIPAA guidelines in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies, procedures and objectives.
Performs other related duties that may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in a lab science such as chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science, medical technology or closely related field or equivalent education and experience as defined by CLIA standards.

CREDENTIALS:
National certification by ASCP or equivalent in any of the offered categories such as Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Hematology, or any other recognized categorical certifications.
OR
Eligible for national certification with laboratory training including completion of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by the ABHES, NAACLS, or other organization approved by HHS
OR
Previously qualified or could have qualified as a technologist as defined by CLIA standards for testing personnel.
The ability to operate equipment and instruments and to perform all procedures and tests within assigned laboratory section and interpret them accurately.
The physical and visual dexterity necessary to conduct and interpret tests.
The physical ability to stand and work at laboratory benches.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:
One year experience in a clinical laboratory.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Exposure to odors, infectious materials, toxins and other hazardous substances.
Visual strain is encountered while closely examining specimens.
Regularly required to stand, lift and carry supplies, etc.

Pay Range:

$29.53-$48.72

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F 1pm-9pm, rotating weekends

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of a Registered Physician, performs several medical procedures, including pre, intra and post-operative management of patients, assistance with surgical procedures, wound care, and others. Writes admission, pre-operative and post-operative orders for patient care that must be countersigned by a physician. Reports directly to the Manager of the OR and Director of Perioperative services.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizes professional training to perform several medical procedures. All work is performed under the supervision of a physician but requires judgements and interpretations to complete. The following are the procedures that Physician’s Assistants are authorized to perform in Newport Hospital.
• Taking histories and administering physicals
• Assisting in surgical procedures
• Assisting in pre, intra and post-operative management of patients
• Performing thoracentesis
• Perfuming tube thoracostomies
• Starting IVs
• Venous and arterial cut downs; subclavian veni-punctures
• Placing a CVP, Swan-Ganz catheters and arterial lines
• Drawing blood (arterial and venous)
• Wound care and management
• Dictating discharge summaries
• Ordering appropriate respiratory therapy
• Airway management
• Initiates life saving measures in emergency situations until aid arrives
• Foleys and Coude caths
• Coaches and facilitates learning of other team members as appropriate
• Demonstrates knowledge of RSI (Retained Surgical Items) protocol
• Performs other related duties, as required
• Participates in call coverage as a First Assist for both the OR and OB for C sections
• Presents pertinent patient data at physician’s conferences and consultations where the Physician’s Assistant is reviewed and advised in patient care.

Requests social service, physical therapy, radiological, medical/surgical consultations on behalf of and in the name of an attending doctor in the division and/or his/her resident in an individual case.
Writes admission, pre-operative and post-operative orders to include:

• Standing orders on pre-op and post-op patients
• Antimicrobal and antiarrhythmic drugs
• Cardiotonics-cathecholamines and cardiac glycosides
• Anticoagulants and/or protamine sulfate
• Vitamins; intravenous fluids
• Diet and/or tube feedings
• Sedatives and analgesics
• Hypnotics; antimetics; antispasmodics
• Radiological and laboratory studies Cathartics

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and two years of graduate study in an AMA approved Physician’s Assistant program.
• Current registration as Physician’s Assistant in the State of Rhode Island.
• An extremely high level of analytical ability to apply post-surgical training to the treatment of patients.
• Good interpersonal skills to deal effectively with patients and nursing personnel.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
• Demonstrates compliance with surgical attire policy.
• Performs usual closure as directed by the surgeon; sutures the peritoneum, fascia, subcutaneous tissue, and skin.
  

EXPERIENCE:

• Three months on-the-job training and experience to become familiar with job responsibilities and work routines.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Exposed to surgical procedures and patient care environments.
• Regularly experiences mental/visual fatigue from job pressures.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Performs independently within the departments policies and practices.Refers specific complex problems to the supervisor when clarification of the departmental policies and procedures are required.

Pay Range:

$127,504.00-$161,782.40

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Brown Health Medical Group - 167 Point Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-Fr, four 10-hr shifts

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

10 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY:

Med Surg-Turner 4

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.

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

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

Instill Trust and Value Differences

Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions.Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care.Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations. Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes.

May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms.Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes. Modifies plan or care, accordingly, including documentation.The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures.Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes.Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management. Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment. Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care. Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure.

Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required. May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments and assigns primary patients to staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, associate’s degree in nursing required, Baccalaureate in nursing preferred. Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association)Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty unit, general nursing experience appropriate to the specialty, is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prolonged standing and walking Exposure to all patient elements Repeated bending, squatting, lifting, and stooping

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$35.70-$71.40

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

7a to 730p every other we/holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Med Surg-Turner 4

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.

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

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

Instill Trust and Value Differences

Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions.Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care.Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations. Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes.

May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms.Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes. Modifies plan or care, accordingly, including documentation.The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures.Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes.Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management. Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment.

Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care. Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required. May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments and assigns primary patients to staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, associate’s degree in nursing required, Baccalaureate in nursing preferred. Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association)Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty unit, general nursing experience appropriate to the specialty, is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prolonged standing and walking Exposure to all patient elements Repeated bending, squatting, lifting, and stooping

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$35.70-$71.40

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

7p to 730a every other we/holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Adult Behavioral Health Unit

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions. Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care. Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations. Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes. May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms. Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes.

Modifies plan or care, accordingly, including documentation. The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures. Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes. Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management. Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment. Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care. Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives.

Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required. May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments and assigns primary patients to staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, associate’s degree in nursing required, Baccalaureate in nursing preferred. Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association)Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty unit, general nursing experience appropriate to the specialty, is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prolonged standing and walking Exposure to all patient elements Repeated bending, squatting, lifting, and stooping

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$35.70-$71.40

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

M-F/Every other weekend and every other holiday.

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Adult Behavioral Health Unit

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions. Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care. Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations. Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes. May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms. Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes.

Modifies plan or care, accordingly, including documentation. The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures. Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes. Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management. Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment. Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care. Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives.

Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required. May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments and assigns primary patients to staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, associate’s degree in nursing required, Baccalaureate in nursing preferred. Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association)Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty unit, general nursing experience appropriate to the specialty, is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Prolonged standing and walking Exposure to all patient elements Repeated bending, squatting, lifting, and stooping

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$35.70-$71.40

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

M-F/Every other weekend and every other holiday.

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions.Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care.Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations.Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes. May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms.Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes. Modifies plan or care accordingly, including documentation.The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures.Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes.Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management.Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment.Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care.Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure.Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required.May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments, and assigns primary patients to staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Graduate of a school of nursing, Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred, with current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process.Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation upon hire.EXPERIENCE:Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty units, general nursing experience, appropriate to the specialty, is preferred.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Prolonged standing and walking. Exposed to all patient elements. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. Repeated bending, squatting, stooping.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:None.

Pay Range:

$35.70-$71.40

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type:

7:00am-7:30pm EOW EOH

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

The Physical Therapist reports directly to the Clinical Manager and/or Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM)/ Supervisor of their respective department and may receive clinical guidance from senior staff and/or clinical specialists. The Physical Therapist completes comprehensive examinations of body structure to determine functional impairments, activity limitations, and participation restrictions.  The Physical Therapist establishes diagnosis and prognosis; develops an individualized plan of care; implements treatment interventions; and performs on-going evaluations throughout episode of care.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

Principal Duties

• Examines and evaluates patients
• Establishes diagnosis, prognosis, and individualized plans of care

• Implements treatment intervention based on plan of care, considering precautions, indications, and contradictions
• Directs and coordinates patients’ rehabilitation plan of care
• Evaluates patients’ progress and revises goals and plan of care accordingly
• Educates/ Trains patients/caregivers
• Anticipates and communicates discharge/home needs and resources           
• Completes documentation and charges accurately and timely, in compliance with department policy
• Completes clinical documentation reflecting eligibility/ medical necessity of services in compliance with professional and regulatory standards

• Makes recommendations and referrals for additional diagnostic testing and/or services

• Consistently applies evidence-based practice to all aspects of clinical care
• Seeks additional guidance when necessary to assure safe and effective patient care

• Complies with hospital and departmental policies and guidelines
• Participates in strategic departmental quality improvement initiatives
• Supports and promotes departmental teamwork
• Completes mandatory departmental and hospital training

Additional Duties may include:

• Provides education to other hospital departments/personnel, students, and outside agencies/schools
• Demonstrates ability to flex schedule based on department, patient, and/or caregiver need
• Determines priorities according to departmental and patient care need
• Participates in community based professional events 
• Participates in ongoing educational activities

Communication

• Demonstrates the highest level of communication and professionalism with patients, caregivers, rehabilitation staff, providers, and other health care professionals, both within Brown University Health and in the community.
• Exhibits effective and professional verbal and non-verbal communication
• Communicates clearly, respectfully, and honestly with patients and/or caregivers, and colleagues
• Communicates proactively with other caregivers involved in patients’ care 
• Adjusts communication and response to the level of understanding of the listener

Independent Action

• Refers specific complex problems to ACM/Supervisor and/or Clinical Manager when clarification of departmental policies and procedures is required
• Independently sets goals for professional development
• Membership and involvement in discipline specific professional organization and/or other clinically relevant organization is strongly encouraged

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited institution is required.  Master or Doctorate level degree in Physical Therapy is preferred.  
• Active Physical Therapist license in state in which they practice. 
• Graduates awaiting examination may practice under a Graduate Physical Therapist (GPT) license in Rhode Island or a temporary Physical Therapy license in Massachusetts. Graduates must practice under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and pass their scheduled board examination.
• Active BLS certification.

EXPERIENCE:

New graduates will be considered. Clinical experience in program specific settings is preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

A licensed Physical Therapist will be responsible for the supervision of physical therapist assistants, supportive personnel, volunteers, and students to ensure the safety and welfare of patients.  

Pay Range:

$74,672.00-$123,198.40

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

East Greenwich-1454 South County Trail - 1454 South County Trail East Greenwich, Rhode Island 02818

Work Type:

M-F 8-6, occasional Saturdays

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Operating Room Clinical Manager, performs a variety of technical and patient card functions that provide assistance to the Anesthesia Department and surgical team throughout the perioperative period.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIIES:

Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty, fairness, and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region, through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible, and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive, integrated, academic health system.  Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Lifespan Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.

Assists in and maintains the organization of inventory in the anesthesia supply room based on established PAR levels maintaining principles of asepsis.

Maintains adequate inventory and works proactively to prevent supply shortages that could impact patient care or daily operations.

Inspects and cleans anesthesia machines, carts, and equipment and supplies with the exception of rubber goods.

Assembles invasive lines (peripheral, arterial, and pulmonary artery) according to policy and procedures, maintaining aseptic technique.

Restocks anesthesia machines and carts based on an established schedule and PAR levels.

Ordering and maintaining stock of anesthesia carts and supplies used in the Operating Room (OR), Endoscopy, and Cath Lab

Assists anesthesia personnel and perioperative nurses to prepare and position patients for regional anesthesia.

Collaborates with the anesthesia team to assign anesthesia technicians to specific Operating Rooms and determine daily responsibilities.

Inspects and disinfects all equipment utilized by the Anesthesia Department throughout the perioperative period, i.e., Blood Warmers, IVAC Machines.

Maintains and files records of all anesthesia equipment repairs and inspections, P.M. contracts and equipment inventory.  Notifies biomedical engineering department and/or manufacturer when repairs are required.

Assists anesthesia personnel setting up and troubleshooting monitoring equipment.

Prepares and sets up Operating Rooms for anesthesia, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are available and ready for procedures.

Assists anesthesia personnel in setting up and operating equipment utilized in determining blood clotting and hemoglobin (ACT).

Assists in various procedures related to auto transfusion including set up and operation of blood salvaging devices.

Orders anesthesia equipment and supplies, as directed.

Performs other related duties as required.

Monitors supply levels and communicates back orders and supply shortages to anesthesia providers in a timely manner.

Helps coordinate the daily workflow of anesthesia technicians to ensure efficient coverage and support for the ORs and procedural areas.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Equivalent to an Associates Degree in Applied Science. 

Basic Life Support certification required or within six months of accepting position.

Knowledge of medical terminology and principles of asepsis required.

Knowledge of cardiovascular equipment, cardiovascular technology and anatomy required.

Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide care to patients throughout life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

EXPERIENCE:

Six months operating room experience.  Additional direct patient care experience is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Incumbent is exposed to patient-care environment and works with electrical equipment. Any risk of exposure to contagious or noxious elements is minimized by adherence to safety procedures and protocols. 

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Duties are proceduralized, allowing incumbent to perform independently with intermittent close supervision on conformance with written instructions, established schedules and predetermined priorities.  Problems not clearly defined by written directives of instruction are reviewed with supervisors of the Anesthesia Department and the Nursing Department to determine course of action.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$22.04-$36.37

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type:

M-F 530am-2pm w/Call Obligations

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY:

The Leave of Absence Specialist supports the administration and coordination of employee leave programs in accordance with organizational policies, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable federal and state laws. Reporting to the Leave of Absence Services Program Manager, this role assists employees and managers throughout the leave process, ensuring accurate case management, payroll administration for paid leaves, and compliance with regulations such as FMLA, PFML, RIPFMLA, ADA, and USERRA.

The Specialist collaborates with HR partners, third-party leave administrators, and internal departments to provide guidance on leave benefits, documentation requirements, payroll deductions, and return-to-work processes while delivering high-quality customer service to employees and leaders.

Employees are expected to role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate and administer employee leave of absence cases in partnership with the third-party leave administrator.
• Review and process leave documentation to ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Provide guidance to employees and managers on leave policies, pay status, benefits continuation, and return-to-work requirements.
• Process payroll for employees on paid leave and review/process benefit premium payments during leave periods.
• Collaborate with HR teams including Benefits, HR Business Partners, Occupational Health, and HRIS to resolve leave-related inquiries.
• Escalate complex cases or policy interpretation issues to the Leave of Absence Program Manager as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation of leave cases.
• Support continuous improvement efforts for leave administration processes and employee experience.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma required.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Leave management certifications preferred (e.g., CLMS, or FMLA/ADA certifications).

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in Human Resources, leave administration, benefits administration, or a customer-focused administrative environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

Pay Range:

$25.51-$42.09

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

1 SABIN ST - 1 Sabin Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY: Reporting to the Social Work Manager, the Social Worker LICSW evaluates, diagnoses, and treats a wide range of psychosocial problems, applying individual clinical social work skills in order to assist patients and their families in the resolution of personal and environmental problems, attributable to mental or physical illness, which prevents them from achieving their highest level of psychosocial functioning.The Social Worker LICSW will be an active participant of the interdisciplinary care team to eliminate barriers to treatment, discharge and routine follow up with the goal of improving patient flow and outcomes and to enhance the patient’s physical and mental health status.Adheres to social Work professional standards of practice based on NASW Code of Ethics. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system. Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.Completes bio-psychosocial evaluations to eliminate barriers to treatment, discharge, improve patient flow, enhance the patient’s health status and improve utilization of resources.Provides consultation regarding patient’s background, psychosocial functioning and needs to medical and support staff, in order to assist in planning a comprehensive care program for the patient in order to increase treatment compliance and care coordination with the aim at providing excellent patient experience and increased satisfaction in care.Develops treatment plans and initiates clinical intervention, utilizing individual and group treatment modalities, and analyzes course and result of treatment to maximize health status and increase health care decision making. In accordance with departmental standards regarding frequency and content, documents social work activity in patients’ medical records.Participates as a team member in case conferences concerning patients with other care personnel and community agencies to improve care coordination and moving patients through the care continuum.Provide education to assist patients and families in understanding, accepting and following medical and social work recommendations designed to restore the patient to optimum functioning within their capacity.Assesses patient and family advocacy needs, and coordinates appropriate advocacy activities within the hospital and in the community with an emphasis on self-determination for the client system with the aim at improving social supports and community resources.Provides field placement supervision and evaluation for BSW and/or MSW degree candidates as part of the Department of Clinical Social Work Student program (must have LICSW, or, at least 5 years of demonstrated experience and knowledge in service area).Completes case related statistics and other reports according to departmental standards.As relevant to clinical assignment, remains current on available community resources, and accesses them as needed.Participates in hospital wide, departmental and community studies, projects, and trainings with the aim at educating the community and hospital staff on the psychosocial issues related to illness and identifying barriers in service delivery systems.Maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational activities. May attend training for specific areas of clinical responsibility.Participates in quality assurance activities in accordance with department, hospital, and The Joint Commission standards.Adheres to Brown University Health, Hospital, and department policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment of care and be in compliance with all laws, regulations and standards. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Master’s degree in social work from an accredited graduate school of Social Work and a current license from State of RI, Board of Social Work Licensure Minimum requirement for licensure is Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work level (LICSW)Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.Analytical and therapy skills necessary to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, initiate therapy, and evaluate results.Obtain med staff privileges upon hire and those who are eligible (ambulatory LICSWs) will be enrolled with payors to drop charges for billable services.EXPERIENCE:Between six months and one year of clinical experience preferably in a health or mental health setting with an emphasis on populations to be served in the assigned area.Training and experience necessary to address the specific needs of the patients served in assigned areas of responsibility; this includes issues relating to age and stage of development and the particular special needs and cultural patterns of the patient populations being served.Analytical and therapy skills necessary to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, initiate therapy, and evaluate results. Ability to effectively interact with patients, families, medical staff and outside agencies in providing services.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Works in a normal office environment with exposure to patient care.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:Can provides functional guidance to Social Work Interns with recommendation to pursue LICSW level of licensure.

Pay Range:

$67,724.80-$111,716.80

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

M-F 8a-5p

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Chaplaincy Program leadership, the Independent Living Donor Advocate (ILDA) functions as an advocate and resource for the Transplant Program's living kidney donor candidates throughout referral, evaluation, surgery and follow-up (the donation process). Ensures that the donor's rights are protected, that their best interests are promoted and that all questions and concerns raised during the donation process are addressed. Respects and supports the donor's decision and ensures that it is fully informed and free from any coercion. The ILDA is a transplant program position with regulatory requirements from CMS (Medicare) and UNOS (United Network for Organ Sharing) and TJC (The Joint Commission). Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: The Independent Living Donor Advocate represents and advises the donor candidate throughout the donation process with the goal of protecting their rights and promoting their best interests. Throughout the donation process, the ILDA will provide a safe environment for the potential donor to express questions and concerns regarding the evaluation process or transplant surgery. The duties/responsibilities to accomplish this include, but are not limited to, the following: Upon a candidate's initial referral / contact with the Transplant Program, and prior to the Living Donor Coordinator initiating the donor evaluation process, the ILDA will contact the potential donor, introduce him or herself, explain their role and briefly describe the donor evaluation process so that the potential donor understands what to expect and can ask any preliminary questions before proceeding. The ILDA documents their notes from this and all future interactions with the donor in the transplant program record. On the day of the initial evaluation appointment, the ILDA will actively participate in the evaluation and informed consent process with the Living Donor Coordinator and the prospective donor. The ILDA will then meet in person with the potential donor to further discuss areas of informed consent, including risks, and the donor's motivation to donate a kidney to ensure that there are no concerns regarding coercion. They will review the voluntary nature of living kidney donation with the potential donor and will assess the donor's understanding of the information provided. The ILDA will ensure that a comprehensive psychosocial evaluation of the donor candidate has been done by a licensed mental health professional on behalf of the transplant team. During the evaluation process, the ILDA maintains on-going communication with the Living Donor Coordinator and will discuss any concerns or issues with the donor team. They will contribute to the transplant team's assessment of the potential donor by providing information about the donor's understanding of donation and making known any reservations the donor may have about proceeding with evaluation or donation for transplant. The ILDA will also review the donor's right to confidentially opt out at any time. Once the donor candidate is cleared for donation and a surgery date is being scheduled, the ILDA will check in on how they are feeling about their decision to donate a kidney and the workup process. The ILDA will confirm that all the information needed to make the decision to donate has been provided, that the donor has considered the risks in a thoughtful way and has a supportive social network. The ILDA will again make every effort to confirm that the donor's decision is being made free from coercion. They will respect and support the donor candidate's decisions, which may include a decision to withdraw from the donation process up to and including day of surgery. After donation surgery, the ILDA will meet with living donor during their hospitalization to determine how they are feeling after their surgery and about their decision to donate a kidney, and if there are any issues or concerns that need to be brought to the attention of the transplant team. The ILDA will be available to the donor throughout the recovery process. They will call the donor at 6 weeks post- hospitalization discharge to check in on how the donor is feeling about their decision to donate a kidney (emotional/psychological status check). If questions or concerns are raised by the donor at any point in the follow up, they will respond in a timely and proactive way to resolve the situation and/or communicate the information to the transplant team. The ILDA will attend the bi-weekly transplant multidisciplinary Living Donor Committee meetings and provide information, input and note concerns, if any, regarding any potential or past donors. The ILDA will remain current in knowledge applicable to this position, including transplantation and living organ donation, informed consent, medical ethics, UNOS/OPTN policy and CMS requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION &Experience The ILDA's background can include experience in the field of medicine, nursing, social work, psychology, chaplaincy, or other appropriate disciplines. The ILDA will be approved / deemed qualified by the Transplant Program leadership. The ILDA will complete transplant center-specific orientation and applicable training for this role. Evaluation of the ILDA's performance will be done periodically by their supervisor and will include input from members of the transplant program's living donor team. Bachelor's degree preferred Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills; the ability to actively listen Ability to effectively communicate assessments and concerns to the transplant team (comprised of physicians, nurses, other allied health specialists) and to confidently and diplomatically advocate to the transplant team on behalf of the donor's best interests Has knowledge of, or has the ability, to be oriented and educated in the topics of living organ donation, transplantation, medical ethics and informed consent Ability to understand the potential impact of family dynamics and other external pressures on the living donor candidate's decision whether to donate, and has the ability to discuss these sensitive issues with the donor Able to work collaboratively with, but independently from, the transplant team (to avoid conflicts of interest) Prior experience working in a multi-disciplinary healthcare team of physicians, nurses, social workers, other allied health professionals and administrative staff

Pay Range:

$24.29-$40.07

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:

M-F Perdiem

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

4 hours

Driving Required:

Yes

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager (or designee), and within hospital and departmental policies and procedures, the professional registered nurse acts as a patient advocate in the application of the nursing process. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to chief patient’s complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions.Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient(s) and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient’s functioning and performing activities of daily living. Sets priorities in individual patient’s assignments. Seeks guidance and resources, when necessary, in management of patient care.Identifies and assesses emergency situations. Initiates appropriate response and intervention. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations.Defines nursing diagnosis and expected patient’s outcomes. May modify nursing plan of care based on diagnosis and/or outcomes. Documents on appropriate nursing assessment forms.Implements nursing interventions and evaluates based on patient’s outcomes. Modifies plan or care accordingly, including documentation.The Registered Nurse maintains knowledge of contemporary, professional nursing practice within the legal framework of the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act. Attends training and retraining, as needed, to maintain current knowledge of hospital and patient’s care practices and procedures.Utilizes established protocols and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes.Participates in quality improvement processes and risk management activities. Attends unit-based, or hospital meetings to facilitate patient care management.Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment.Integrates complete physical assessment with nursing assessment, and records reviews in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care.Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure.Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. Maintains safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining and advancing clinical and professional competency.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.Provides functional guidance and direction to LPNs, CNAs, and other licensed personnel, as required.May assume shift charge responsibility on an assigned unit. Responsibility includes maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments. Makes bed and patient assignments, and assigns primary patients to staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Graduate of a school of nursing, Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred, with current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode. Conformity to the Code of Professional Nurses. Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the state of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and sensitivity to cultural diversity in each step of the care process.Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation upon hire.EXPERIENCE:Registered nurses should develop general proficiency as a staff nurse within three months of employment. For specialty units, general nursing experience, appropriate to the specialty, is preferred.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Prolonged standing and walking. Exposed to all patient elements. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment. Repeated bending, squatting, stooping.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:None.

Pay Range:

$35.70-$71.40

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type:

Three 7pm-730am shifts/week, every other weekend and holiday

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours:

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager, performs a variety of clerical and administrative support duties. Coordinates and documents flow of patient activity and information from admission into the unit, through discharge, or transfer from the unit.

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

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

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicates clearly, concisely, and expeditiously with unit, other hospital staff, physicians, patients and visitors.
• Greets patients and visitors in professional, courteous, and helpful manner.
• Recognizes consumer dissatisfaction and intervenes to correct, or refer to appropriate person.
• Identifies and reports unauthorized personnel.
• Answers the telephone in a timely and courteous manner.
• Receives, records, and communicates messages accurately.
• Transfers telephone calls, and pages staff accurately.
• Answers patients’ call buttons and pages appropriate staff person to respond; does follow-up pages on unanswered pages.
• Enters and edits all patient information into computer, including height and weight, isolation status, patient type, patient activity, and charge entries.
• Practices in accordance with all Physician Order Management policies and procedures.
• Follows all clinical informatics downtime procedures for entering data into patient’s electronic profile.
• Obtains missing patient data from other units or outside facilities, as needed.
• Maintains the integrity of the medical record.
• Completes Medical Record Review Checklist daily and upon checklist.
• Orders and maintains appropriate forms, dietary supplies, educational materials and office supplies for the unit.
• Maintains order and cleanliness at desk area.
• Follows up on status of purchase requisitions.
• Anticipates storeroom supply needs before evening and night shift.
• Secretary ensures dietary orders are current every AM between 3a and 4a.
• Provides management of automatically prepared reports including but not limited to, GENESIS, Glumeter, and rounds reports.
• Work with nursing staff and case managers to enter discharge disposition and destinations into computer, fax necessary paperwork to external agencies and prepare all necessary paperwork for patients discharged to rehabilitation centers or nursing homes.
• Assists the nurse manager in monitoring maintenance of staff educational records and compliance with mandatory tests/training/certifications/ and annual health screenings such as PPD and fit testing.
• Completes weekly staff projections for the nursing unit.
• Completes unit secretary schedule ensuring even distribution of secretarial resources, as assigned.
• Participates in unit staff meetings and records minutes.
• Assists in maintenance of posted communications on unit and with memorandums to staff.
• Update policy manuals as required.
• Provides support for the unit in achievement of hospital and unit quality indicators.
• Assist with distribution and collection of quality audits and complies with unit processes for indicator data collection.
• Conducts Environment of Care Rounds monthly, reports findings, and follows through with work orders/ phone calls/faxes to appropriate departments for resolution of issues.
• Resolves those issues that can be taken care of at a unit level.
• Appropriately enters patient charges to generate appropriate revenue for the unit.
• Reviews and reconciles these charges daily and reports variances to the manager.
• General filing, copying, faxing, other clerical and administrative support duties as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

• Equivalent to a high school diploma.
• Computer skill level proficient to enter and maintain patient data and print required reports.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks expeditiously.
• Speaks, reads, and writes English clearly.

EXPERIENCE

Six months’ clerical experience in health care environment strongly preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sits, stands and walks intermittently throughout the day.
• Exposed to patient care environment.
• May be required to lift up to 20 pounds.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None.

Pay Range:

$18.04-$28.46

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type:

Two 7am-730pm shifts/week, every other weekend and holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Reports to the Medical Director and the Director of Operations; will provide compassionate and excellent patient care by performing courteous, efficient, and accurate service. Assists with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments, and consultations. Mentors clinical personnel, and serves as a liaison with patients, staff, providers, and leadership. Can perform independently and as part of a treatment team. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Assess, plan, and treat patient needs within a primary care setting and triage patients of all ages. Order medically indicated labs, x-rays, ECG’s, point-of-care tests, injections, referrals, and prescribe medications/treatments. Perform minor surgical procedures such as lacerations and incision and drainage. Consult with other Providers on medical care as necessary. Maintain and adequate patient flow on-site by directing and communicating clearly with assisting clinical staff. Maintain quality assurance of charts and testing. Handle telephone calls and follow up care about services rendered from patients, providers, company accounts, as well as other clinical staff. Attend required provider/staff meetings. Maintain excellent and timely patient records for clinical use, billing use, Physician and peer review. Educate patients about preventative care and the prescribed treatments. Manage patients who do not require complex medical management or specialized treatment. Demonstrates the ability to assess, plan, and implement individual patient care appropriate to the age and specific needs of the patient. Communicates appropriately with the person served regardless of their age. Complete charting and required paperwork in a timely manner. Active participation in the development/review of office policies and procedures as well as instructional handouts Promotes a safety-conscious work force. Performs other duties as required or assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Nurse Practitioner: Master’s degree from an accredited advanced practice program; Certified Family Nurse Practitioner One of the following current licensures in the State of Rhode Island: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree and a graduate of an accredited physician assistant program. Must be certified by NCCPA. Current license as a physician assistant in the State of Rhode Island is required. Certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) Knowledge of internal medicine, generalist and family practice procedures required. Organizational and analytical skills necessary to maintain efficient workflow. Ability to adjust responsibilities to accommodate a fast-paced work environment while maintaining excellent customer service and staff interactions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively and courteously deal with patients and families, clients, coworkers, clinical staff and physicians. Progressive thinking for budget, training and quality issues. Strong leadership qualities. EXPERIENCE: One year of related experience required, two years preferred. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Healthcare environment such as acute care hospital, physicians’ office and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Any hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None

Pay Range:

$127,504.00-$161,782.40

EEO Statement:

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

Location:

2007 Bay Street - 2007 Bay Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

M-F 8:00am-5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No