SUMMARY: Responsible for providing his/her patients with care at the current level of quality and efficiency generally recognized by appropriate practice standards and guidelines applicable to facilities such as the Hospital in the physician’s area of specialty. Responsible for preparing and completing in a timely fashion all medical and other required patient records. 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: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Pay Range:

-

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:

88 Washington Street - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

Variable

Work Shift:

Variable

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.

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:

three twelve hour shifts per week; 7pm-730am; every other weekend and every other holiday

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY

In each of our hospitals, the Behavioral Health Attendant role exists to maintain a safe environment for the patients to whom the Observer is assigned to constantly monitor without distraction.

Patients requiring observers are those who are considered high-risk either to themselves or others.

The Behavioral Health Attendant is required to maintain an unobstructed view of the patient at all times, including when the patient is in the bathroom and when accompanying the patient to any testing.

The Behavioral Health Attendant monitors the safety of the patient and reports any changes to the Registered Nurse overseeing the patient's care.

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

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

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain constant observation of the patient, facing the patient at all times.
• Do not leave the patient unattended, including when visitors are present.
• Do not leave the assignment without RN approval and relief.
• Receive, review, and discuss the RN's report detailing any special needs or monitoring requirements.
• Immediately report any observed changes in the patient's behavior or condition to the duty nurse via the intercom system or other available communication methods.
• Inform the RN of any patient complaints related to their health.
• Call the appropriate code if needed.
• Perform patient assistance activities related to ambulation and mobilization safely, including, but not limited to, assisting patients out of and returning to their bed/chair primarily for bathroom needs (if monitoring only one patient).
• Regularly conduct room safety sweeps per policy and ensure potentially hazardous items are removed whenever possible.
• Monitor applied restraints to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Assist in dressing and undressing the patient as needed and secure clothes and belongings according to company standards to ensure patient safety.
• Maintain a professional and safe appearance, including not wearing any items around the neck that could be used as a weapon.
• Document all observations on the patient safety sheet as instructed and within designated timeframes.
• Ensure patient confidentiality at all times and refrain from discussing patient information with anyone other than the assigned nurse and physician.
• Communicate in a professional and empathetic manner with patients by listening to and acknowledging complaints and referring such complaints to the RN.
• Refer any complaints that cannot be resolved at the point of care to the patient advocate.
• Refrain from conversations with patients regarding their medical condition or plan of care.
• Greet the patient and introduce yourself at the beginning of each assignment.
• Remain solely dedicated to observing the patient throughout the shift.
• Do not bring personal items such as phones, food, books, or magazines into the room.
• Maintain infection prevention standards during all activities.
• Maintain personal and professional boundaries at all times, including refraining from sharing personal information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• No experience necessary; on-the-job training is provided. Previous experience in a hospital or nursing home setting is a plus.
• Good oral and written communication skills in the English language.
• Ability to accurately document pertinent information by writing or typing.
• Strong critical thinking and interpersonal skills relevant to patient care to safely and efficiently care for patients and interact with them.

EDUCATION

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• American Heart BLS certification required
• Completion of training within the first week of hire and prior to any patient observation assignments.
• Successful completion of the Care of the Aggressive Patient training provided by the facility upon hire.
• Completion of unit orientation for each unit to which the employee will be assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

The employee may perform or have exposure to the following 75% or more of the time:

• Talking
• Hearing
• Standing
• Visual Acuity
• Walking
• Lifting up to 350 lbs
• Sedentary work
• Light work
• Reaching
• Tasks involving exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissue

Pay Range: 

$17.85-$26.02

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:

Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721

Work Type:

7a-7:30p; EOW; EOH

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Clinical Program Manager RN - Education and Professional Practice, the Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Education Manager designs, delivers, and evaluates education across the continuum of care, ensuring alignment with evidence-based practice, regulatory standards, and system priorities. The NPD Education Manager supports onboarding, competency management, and ongoing professional development by applying adult learning principles and leveraging innovative modalities. Through data-informed strategies, the NPD Education Manager fosters a culture of inquiry, continuous improvement, and professional growth, ultimately enhancing clinical practice and patient outcomes.

As a key member of the leadership team, the NPD Education Manager facilitates learning, practice transitions, and organizational change to advance nursing excellence, promote Brown University Health’s mission of “Delivering health with care” and guide actions that support Brown University Health’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

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.

Evaluates learning needs through formal and informal assessments and provides just‑in‑time education to address emerging or immediate practice gaps. Collaborates with unit, entity, and system leaders to develop and deliver tailored education programs that align with learner needs and practice settings. Utilizes adult learning principles and multiple modalities to engage staff and ensure effective knowledge and skill transfer. Incorporates innovation and technology to enhance learning experiences.

Plans, implements, and evaluates onboarding programs for new hires and role transitions, ensuring seamless integration from classroom to clinical practice. Defines, assesses, evaluates, and validates initial and ongoing clinical competencies to meet standards of care and regulatory requirements. In partnership with leaders, evaluates clinical performance and creates action plans as necessary to drive improved performance.

Provides individualized coaching, evaluation and builds preceptor capacity to support professional development. Encourages certification, career advancement, and lifelong learning to cultivate a continuous-learning culture.

Promotes and translates evidence-based practice into clinical care. Supports policy development, EBP projects, and initiatives. Measures impact on clinical outcomes and fosters a culture of inquiry and continuous improvement.

Participates in quality assessments and improvement programs to evaluate effectiveness of care delivered and makes recommendations for improved individual, unit, and system performance. Collaborates on committees and system initiatives to develop/standardize education and implement new practice innovations.

Serves as a change agent by anticipating barriers and implementing strategies that enhance adoption and sustainment of new practices, technologies, and workflows. Partners with leadership to align education with organizational priorities.

Strengthens interprofessional relationships and collaborates with unit, facility, and system teams to implement educational components of new practice initiatives. Aligns education strategies with organizational goals and quality initiatives.

Uses metrics and feedback to prioritize learning needs, evaluate program effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement. Tracks and reports outcomes to support accreditation readiness and leadership decision-making.

Maintains accurate records of competencies, attendance, evaluations, and outcomes. Ensures educational activities adhere to accreditation criteria and regulatory standards.

Interviews for new hires/transfers and selects applicants in collaboration with Nurse Managers. Mentors and coaches clinical teams to support retention, staff engagement, and professional growth, while implementing initiatives that improve job satisfaction and workforce stability.

Evaluates staff in collaboration with Nurse Managers.

Performs other related duties as assigned to support departmental operations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs of nursing education.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s in Nursing, Education, or related field preferred.

Current RN license in applicable state(s); in good standing.

BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS certification and AHA instructor certification(s) preferred. NPD specialty or other professional certification preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

3–5 years of nursing experience required; prior experience in education, precepting, or leadership preferred.

SKILLS:

Expertise in adult learning, curriculum design, and evaluation

Proficiency with EBP, research utilization, and outcomes measurement

Strong collaboration, communication, and change-management skills

Comfort with learning technologies/LMS and data-informed decision making

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

Provides guidance and direction to team members assigned to specific projects

Interviews and selects applicants in conjunction with Nurse Managers

Evaluates staff in collaboration with Nurse Managers

Work Environment and Schedule:

Primarily onsite within assigned entities; travel across Brown University Health sites for system initiatives and education delivery is required. Standard business hours with flexibility for off-shift education and unit support as needed.

Pay Range:

$90,334.40-$180,689.60

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 8:00am - 5:00pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Reports to Departmental Administrative Manager, Chair or Chief of the Department. Plans, develops, monitors and coordinates the academic departmental research administrative activities for the department. Works with senior departmental leadership to ensure departmental resources are available for research and collaborates with the Office of Research Administration in space planning, human resource planning and departmental budget planning. Works closely with academic departmental leadership in the development of departmental policies, procedures and education with regard to research in the department. This position offers flexibility to work fully remote.

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:

Serves as point person and facilitates smooth coordination, communication, and problem resolution between research administration, faculty, divisional and/or departmental leaders, and other hospital and university departments.Coordinates research efforts in the recruitment of new faculty and staff. This may include advising new faculty on transfer procedures, including relocation of equipment and financial arrangements. Is responsible for coordination of facility management staff, new recruits and support departments in the establishment and construction of space for the recruitment program.Leads and coordinates special research-related projects, such as major grant proposals, investigator incentive programs, departmental and divisional reports and statistics. Coordinates transfers of research funding for the purpose of proper reimbursement and allocation of physician salaries on research accounts.Provides direct assistance, guidance, and resources information to departmental faculty seeking funding for research endeavors. Assumes or may assume responsibility for handling complex proposals. Reviews project applications in consideration of project budget, application instructions, sponsor rules and unique requirements, and provisions for recovery of indirect costs. Recommends and negotiates changes to appropriate applications with principal investigators or department administration and/or involved individuals at the other institutions which do not compromise the institution, department or investigators. Verifies all necessary approvals, including Human Subjects, to ensure that guidelines are met. Forwards completed applications to research administration for final approval.Assists in managing the department post-award aspect of projects, which requires sensitivity to the needs of individual investigators, knowledge of sponsor, institutional and departmental requirements, ability to interpret those requirements and competency in addressing the in-house systems (research administration, accounts payable, accounts receivable, finance, purchasing, human resources, payroll and pharmacy). Determines which principal investigator (PI) or administrator may need closer monitoring to prevent activity which could affect the institution negatively. Works closely with the Office of Research Administration to create and execute special monitoring plans for specific projects. May intervene to point out available resources or alternative procedures as appropriate. Develops departmental resources and procedures with regard to the special requirements of clinical trials.In conjunction with the academic department’s goals, develops the departmental research budget. Collaborates closely with the appropriate faculty practice administrator or hospital administrator for the appropriate reimbursement of physician salaries for research. Monitors such budget throughout the fiscal year to ensure appropriate expenditures.As appropriate, coordinates human resource and payroll issues for the department. Interacts with research administration and human resource department regarding new positions, recruiting, hiring of students, job changes, salary reviews and other related policies and procedures to assist Principal Investigators and departmental leadership. May serve as the departmental approver for time and attendance.Creates reports for departmental administration regarding funding levels, grant submission and award activities. Maintains confidential and comprehensive records of salary expenses and other disbursements, recommending adjustments where necessary. Reviews and monitors policy and procedure adherence for purchase orders, travel requests, petty cash vouchers, requisitions for payment including all equipment, maintenance agreements, contracts and subscriptions, assisting where necessary.Reviews, and with assigned signature authority, approves or rejects expenditures for specific projects, including purchase requisitions, check requests, expense vouchers, travel advances, and capital expenditures.Ensures that department is compliant in time and effort reporting. Monitors employee change forms for research faculty and staff within the department. Assures that funds are available and notifies PI and leadership when adjustments become necessary. Coordinates with the Office of Research Administration on problem issues as appropriate and to execute salary split changes and salary transfers as need.Participates in training and education regarding regulatory issues in research to help ensure compliance for the investigator and department. May assist Principal Investigators with IRBACUC submissions, including guidance on electronics submissions of protocols.Maintains strong daily association with research administration, including collaboration on final reports and some accounting adjustments. This also includes resolution of problem accounts with principal investigators, sponsors, or administrators. Reviews and determines direct cost transfers are allocated to appropriate account and are allowable. Prepares necessary journal vouchers for submission to research administration.Maintains current knowledge of institutional and sponsor requirements, procedures and areas of interest through active communication with the Office of Research Administration and sponsors and professional societies. Maintains awareness of new or changed regulations.Selects, evaluates and trains subordinate administrative staff.Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, finance or other related discipline.Masters’ degree preferred.EXPERIENCE:Five or more years of progressively more responsible experience in a researchcademic environment to include federal and non-federal funding, clinical trials, grant application processes, and regulations set by local, federal, hospital, and independent agencies.Excellent verbal and written skills are essential.The ability to interact with persons from diverse backgrounds such as MD’s, PhD’s, research and administrative staff.Thorough knowledge of microcomputers, peripheral equipment and networks.Thorough knowledge of software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Windows.Ability to learn specific research access programs.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:May provide direct supervision for personnel assigned to the department’s program.Normal office environment.This position offers flexibility to work fully remote.

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:

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

Work Type:

M-F 8am-5pm

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Reports to the Director of the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Program. Serves as a member of the Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner Leadership Team. Will lead and oversee the SAFE modular curriculum development and sustainment. P color: rgb(51, 51, 51)lans, develops, implements, and evaluates education and clinical training to support practicing Sexual Assault Forensic Examiners (span class=capsSAFEs), SAFEs ‘in training,’ and nurses and advanced practice providers interested in the forensic nurse role. Will work closely with the SAFE program leadership team, hospital staff and external stakeholders to promote and support SAFE program goals. 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: In conjunction with the SAFE Leadership team, develops format and content of SAFE education and related teaching materials that are consistent with national standards, state and hospital requirements. Identifies educational needs for the program to address clinical requirements, professional development and foster a quality improvement environment. Coordinates and conducts clinical and technical education, precepting, and in-service education of SAFEs. Provides consistent role modeling, guidance, evaluation, and feedback on staff performance, and makes recommendations for staff educational needs. Identifies and implements CEU application for educational programs. Assists in policy and procedures development and review Reviews and revises policies and procedures for the education programs. none MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Baccalaureate in Nursing from an accredited college or university is required. Master’s Degree in Nursing and/or Nursing Education is preferred. Consideration will be given to internal candidates who are enrolled in a master’s degree program. Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island or in another state that participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact. Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout their lives, considering aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns at each care process step. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of three years of relevant clinical experience with demonstrated teaching/leadership and communication skills and strong presentation skills. Training and/or experience as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner. Ability to design, implement and evaluate an educational program to meet staff learning needs. Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills that facilitate the adult learning experience Experience with curriculum design, development, simulation scenario development, and execution and debriefing techniques that meets staff learning needs is preferred. Demonstrates the ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams, communicate program needs. Demonstrated knowledge or interest in promoting the specialty of forensic nursing. Demonstrated ability to use a personal computer effectively and Microsoft Office applications, primarily Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Epic and learning management systems. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Emergency Department environment with occasional stressful conditions associated with patient care. Position requires frequent standing, walking, and sitting. SUPERVISION: None

Pay Range:

$90,334.40-$180,689.60

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:

flexible schedule

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Sr. Research Assistant performs microbiological susceptibility studies to evaluate unique, synthetic beta-lactam designed compounds in support of pre-screened compounds delivered from the Collaborator’s laboratory.  Research literature to assist in the design of new experimental protocols if needed for further evaluation of the most active compounds.  May assist in writing up research results for publication.

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:

• Primary responsibilities include the susceptibility testing of unique, synthetic fragment-linked beta lactams in support of the grant.  Disk diffusion assays and Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) micro-broth dilution assays will be initially used to evaluate compounds with Gram-positive and Gram-negative microorganisms.
• Compiles and shares all susceptibility data including agar plate images, zones of inhibition, and MIC values with the Investigator and Collaborator’s laboratory in a timely manner.
• Attends weekly laboratory meetings to discuss ongoing work progress.
• Explores additional experiments that may offer more in-depth impacts of the compounds that may include specific penicillin-binding protein experiments with bacterial membrane proteins using Bocillin FL.
• May perform Western Blot Analysis to confirm protein expression of synthetic genes used for analysis of the impact of amino acid mutations in penicillin binding proteins on susceptibility to antibiotics.  Preparation of biological samples for Western blots including protein concentration analysis and familiarity with running SDS-PAGE gels.
• Familiar with SnapGene or similar cloning, primer design and sequence analysis software.
• Maintain stocks of laboratory materials, supplies and reagents plus equipment upkeep for experimental use and research. 
• Perform annual Chemical Inventory and Air Pollution Inventory updates for Environmental Health and Safety Dept.
• Use of autoclave, Chemidoc Imager, plate reader, and NanoDrop equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Completion of a Bachelor of Science Degree .Requires a working knowledge of statistics, computer programming and research methodology.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 2 years of research experience.  Data entry skills and PC experience required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND; PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Works in a laboratory environment with possible exposure to human and animal serum, chemical reagents, animal subjects and or radioactive materials. Hazards are minimized with adherence to established safety protocols.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$41,537.60-$68,556.80

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:

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

Work Type:

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

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge.

DEFINITION: A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health.

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:

Duties of Nursing Assistants

Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs:

1. Personal Care Skills

2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation

3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate

4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service.

5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse.

6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.

High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.

Ability to perform basic computer skills.

Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

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.

EXPERIENCE:

One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.

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:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

24 hours weekly, 7am-7:30pm, every other weekend OR every Saturday/Sunday

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge.

DEFINITION: A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health.

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:

Duties of Nursing Assistants

Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs:

1. Personal Care Skills

2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation

3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate

4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service.

5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse.

6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.

High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.

Ability to perform basic computer skills.

Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

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.

EXPERIENCE:

One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.

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:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

24 hours every 4 weeks, one summer, one wineter holidy, complete per diem requirements per policy

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours: 

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge.

DEFINITION: A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health.

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:

Duties of Nursing Assistants

Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs:

1. Personal Care Skills

2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation

3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate

4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service.

5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse.

6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.

High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.

Ability to perform basic computer skills.

Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

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.

EXPERIENCE:

One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.

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:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

24 hours weekly, 7pm-7:30am, every other weekend OR every weekend (if preferred)

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge.

DEFINITION: A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health.

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:

Duties of Nursing Assistants

Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs:

1. Personal Care Skills

2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation

3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate

4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service.

5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse.

6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.

High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.

Ability to perform basic computer skills.

Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

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.

EXPERIENCE:

One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.

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:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

36 hours weekly, 7am-7:30pm, every other weekend, every other holiday

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Perform a wide variety of patient reception, clerical and computer services and specimen collection procedures including venipuncture on infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients. Perform a variety of other preparatory functions to assist the professional laboratory staff. As an employee without clinical privileges the scope of practice may involve the oral administration of various reagents as part of the process in disease diagnosis.

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:

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Demonstrates understanding of Hospital’s Mission, Vision and Values.

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Demonstrates understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment plan.

•

Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our Customer Service Standards.

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Complies with department and hospital policies and procedures: Reviews policies and procedures Reviews Employee Handbook. Completes mandatory education.

•

Hospital-wide Department-specific Job-specific. Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.

SPECIMEN COLLECTION FUNCTIONS:

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Verifies patient identification.

•

Applies tourniquet for venipuncture.

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Age specific - assesses mode and site of blood collection, venipuncture or capillary based on ages and condition of patients.

•

Performs collection.

•

Selects appropriate vein or capillary site and prepares site using approved cleansing technique.

•

Administers post-venipuncture care and discharges patient.

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Labels tubes with complete information.

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Instructs patient appropriately regarding clean-catch urine specimens.

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Implements “Specimen Received” procedure in LIS and routes specimen to laboratory for testing.

•

Informs technologists of STAT requests.

•

Communicates unusual patient condition or specimen suitability or other related concerns with the technical staff of laboratory.

•

Collects specimens from off-site locations as requested.

•

Assists in training nursing aides, laboratory personnel and students in blood collection techniques.

SPECIMEN PROCESSING FUNCTIONS:

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Receives and accessions specimens for processing noting the demographic information on the requisition slip and specimen label.

•

Prepares specimens for transport to outside laboratories.Logs blood units into information system.

•

Unloads blood cultures.Performs preparatory work for Technicians and Technologists

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Performs staining procedures.Performs quality control and maintenance procedures; notifies supervisor of any issues with equipment or unacceptable quality control results.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

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Receives physicians’ orders, verbally or in writing, for laboratory tests and appointments.Enters orders and diagnostic codes in computer system.

•

Greets patients and provides specific instructions for specimen collection as required. Processes ABNs.

•

Checks and prints Collection Batch orders. Prints and distributes required hard copy reports to physicians and nursing areas. Phones or faxes patient results to physicians as requested.

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Reports unsafe or other occurrences, questionable conditions or situations immediately to the manager. Adheres to Blood and Body Fluid Borne Pathogen Procedures involving the use of gloves, masks if indicated, disposal of blood collection devices, slides and specimens.

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Keeps all work areas clean and performs regularly scheduled cleaning duties.Stocks and maintains a clean phlebotomy collection tray.

•

Takes temperatures and records receipt of suppliesResponds to and assists in tracking and resolving laboratory related concerns.

•

Performs other related functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

•

High school diploma or GED required.

•

Phlebotomy certificate through National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and/or completion of a Phlebotomy certificate program to include formal internship demonstrating 100 successful venipunctures.In lieu of internship, 6 months of phlebotomy experience may be considered.

•

In lieu of phlebotomy certification, 5 plus years direct phlebotomy experience may be considered.

•

Ability to perform venipuncture techniques and capillary puncture on adults, children and infants.

•

Interpersonal skills to obtain and provide information to patients and to explain procedures effectively in order to allay fears and anxiety.

•

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.

•

Clerical skills to prepare and maintain records and reports, including keyboard skills to enterccess information.

•

Familiarity with blood collector equipment, anticoagulants, special precautions and interference.

•

Ability to distinguish chromatic colors.

•

A Phlebotomy certificate required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

•

Works with in-patient care environment with considerable walking between units and where some physical effort may be required to deal with patients who are uncooperative.

•

Some exposure to odors when handling specimens.

•

Exposure to communicable diseases while administering to patients, however chance of injury is minimized by the adherence to established infection control procedures.

•

Manual dexterity to perform venipuntures.

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:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

variable schedule with weekend and Holiday rotation

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Reports to a departmental or divisional director and is responsible for direction of the research activities of a laboratory. Prepares, writes and presents research papers. Provides consultation within area of expertise to individuals both internal and external to the hospital. 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: Supervises postdoctoral fellows, research assistants, and other lab personnel including hiring, training, assigning work to complete, providing feedback, evaluating performance, and when necessary, disciplining. Assumes primary responsibility for the development, communication and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures for research and administrative functions in research setting. This includes but is not limited to conforming to all policies/procedures of relevant mandatory committee(s) including IRB and IACUC committees. Identifies internal and external funding opportunities and works with departmental and Brown University Health Office of Research Administration on completion of grant application. Reviews current literature to update approaches to research being conducted. Assigns review of specific literature to assistance. Determines the direction of research efforts by reviewing data from previous research and external research papers to identify problem areas. Sets up hypothesis and designs experiments to test them. Responsible for the development of research methodology used. Ensures accurate collection and analysis of data gathered in research experiments. Interprets data using statistical methodology. Prepares, writes and presents papers for publication as the principal investigator on research projects. Participates in Hospital committees both research and non-research. Contacts individuals both internal and external to the Hospital to provide professional consultation within area or expertise and to exchange information. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE: Requires completion of a M.D. and/or Ph.D. in the appropriate scientific field and Brown appointment at Associate Professor or Professor rank. Requires an in-depth knowledge of the scientific field in which research is being performed. Requires supervisory and administrative skills to direct a small group of research assistants. Requires the interpersonal skills to interface both externally and internally to the Hospital. EXPERIENCE: Requires significant experience in research in field of study. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Works in a laboratory environment with possible exposure to human and animal serum, chemical reagents, animal subjects and radioactive materials. INDEPENDENT ACTION: Performs independently within the department’s policies and practices. Refers specific complex problems to the supervisor when clarification of the departmental policies and procedures are required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$100,000.00-$400,000.00

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 8am--2:30

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the Manager Laboratory Outreach Services or guidance of the Lead Phlebotomist, performs responsibilities associated with obtaining blood and various other patient specimens in accordance with department procedures. Obtains samples ordered by physicians for routine and specialized tests on assigned unit. Takes samples from pediatric and adult patients on outpatient units. Transports specimens and completes basic records. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health and The Miriam Hospital’s mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

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:

• Schedules venipunctures or capillary blood punctures according to priority and type of test, such as timed studies. Utilizes computer-generated collection labels and references Pathology Handbook as necessary to ensure collection of specimens is in accordance with established procedures, i.e., specimens are collected in proper containers and meet special collection requirements as appropriate. Duties are performed according to hospital policy and observance of universal precautions.

• Verifies identity of patient following established procedures and proper patient preparation prior to venipuncture such as fasting or special diet.

• Obtains blood samples from patient according to venipuncture or capillary puncture technique. Alerts nursing staff or supervisor to any deviations from puncture or adverse patient condition.

• Obtains samples for specialized tests (thyroid Releasing hormone, therapeutic drug monitoring, and D-Xylose tolerance). Verifies volume and timing of dosage. May monitor patient as assigned to observe reactions, including Diaphoresis, sleeping, etc.

• Performs coagulation tests on outpatients such as bleeding times.

• Labels, wraps and transports samples according to type and urgency of sample. Maintains records on sample procurement.

• Performs duties according to hospital policy and universal precautions.

• Performs various functions associated with the laboratory computer system to assure proper collection and documentation of patient specimens.

• All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the patients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Phlebotomy certificate through National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences and/or completion of a Phlebotomy certificate program to include formal internship demonstrating 100 successful venipunctures.

• In lieu of internship, 6 months of phlebotomy experience may be considered.

• In lieu of phlebotomy certification, 5 plus years direct phlebotomy experience may be considered.

• Ability to perform venipuncture techniques and capillary puncture on adults, children and infants.

• Interpersonal skills to obtain and provide information to patients and to explain procedures effectively in order to allay fears and anxiety.

• 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.

• Clerical skills to prepare and maintain records and reports, including keyboard skills to enter access information.

• Familiarity with blood collector equipment, anticoagulants, special precautions and interference.

• Ability to distinguish chromatic colors.

• A Phlebotomy certificate required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Works with in-patient care environment with considerable walking between units and where some physical effort may be required to deal with patients who are uncooperative.

• Some exposure to odors when handling specimens.

• Exposure to communicable diseases while administering to patients, however chance of injury is minimized by the adherence to established infection control procedures.

• Manual dexterity to perform venipunctures.

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:

every other weekend (SAT & Su 5:30a-10a), holiday rotation

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours: 

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and within hospital and department policies and procedures, assists in caring for patients and/or families from admission to discharge.

DEFINITION: A nursing assistant is a paraprofessional trained to provide personal care and related health care and assistance to individuals who are sick, disabled, or infirm, and who are residents of or receiving services from health care facilities or agencies licensed by the state and holds a license as a nursing assistant issued by the Department of Health.

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:

Duties of Nursing Assistants

Collaborate with Registered Nurse to organize work and set priorities. Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, performs:

1. Personal Care Skills

2. Basic Nursing Assistant Skills: As outlined by the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation

3. Rehabilitation Skills: Performs daily activities of living, ambulates patient as appropriate

4. Maintenance of Safe Environment: Reports unsafe conditions/situations to Registered Nurse, manager, or supervisor; reports equipment in need of repair and removes from service.

5. Recognition of and Reporting Signs and Symptoms: Communicates all pertinent patient observations to the Registered Nurse.

6. Safety: Maintains quality assurance and infection control, in accordance with established hospital and department policies, procedures and objectives. Accurately documents data in the EHR, patient care flowsheet, clinical data records; demonstrates ability to perform responsibilities in emergency/code situations. May function as a patient observer. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:

Current Rhode Island license as a Nursing Assistant.

High school graduate or its equivalent preferred.

Ability to perform basic computer skills.

Certified in American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

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.

EXPERIENCE:

One-year experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:

Works in healthcare environments such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices, and ancillary health care enterprises. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking. Repeated bending, squatting, and stooping. May be required to lift/turn patients and equipment

INDEPENDENT ACTION:

Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of hospital and department policies and practices and the Rhode Island Department of Health Professional Licensing and Facility Regulation. Refers specific, complex problems to supervisor where clarification of department policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : None.

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:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

36 hours weekly, 7pm-7:30am, every other weekend, every other holiday

Work Shift:

Night

Daily Hours: 

12 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: The pediatric site/office coordinator reports to the Practice Manager or Clinical Manager and is responsible for assisting with the daily non-clinical patient operations of the assigned office or practice locations. Oversees successful patient scheduling, registration and ambulatory workflows for pediatric patients and caregivers. Works closely with other departmental staff to greet patients, support registration functions including the facilitation of referrals, patient appointment scheduling, and responsible for ensuring high quality customer service during patient outreach via phone and electronic portals. 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: ; Demonstrates understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment plan.;color:#1A1A1A Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our Customer Service Standards. ; ; Oversees patient financial processes to ensure patient payments are obtained at the time of service and processed appropriately. Completes end of day batch including the reconciliation of arrived patients and collected payments. ; ; Provides general support for the patient operations of the site or specialty. ; ; Orients and serves as a resource to new employees to ensure compliance with pediatric ambulatory policies and procedures. ; ; Coordinates with site leadership to continuously improve patient workflows and patient experience. ; ; Effectively documents patient contact in the medical record including incoming and outgoing phone calls, patient portal messages, patient confirmation calls and wait list outreach calls. ; ; Assists with patient care functions such as, but not limited to, patient letters, forms, questionnaires or screenings, medication refill requests, DME requests, referral requests, and obtaining documents from other specialists. ; ; Oversee scanning workload and electric fax inboxes and perform tasks as needed to ensure office is addressing in timely manner. ; ; Help schedule/coordinate patient visits and/or admissions that are needed outside of clinical LifeChart department. Complete any required paperwork and help secure any needed referral and prior authorization. ; ; Performs and oversees outreach to patients who are overdue for medical care or other high priority outreach tasks as assigned. ; ; Assists with physician schedule templates and other duties that are coordinated with administrative and business team member. ; ; Must be flexible and receptive to change with the ability to learn quickly and retain new information or processes. ;color:#1A1A1A Performs other duties as assigned. color:#1A1A1A MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree or extensive experience in lieu of additional degree. ; EXPERIENCE: ;color:#1A1A1A Has knowledge of medical insurance and benefits including referrals. At least three years of experience directly related to the general practice operations of an ambulatory or outpatient medical practice. Other relevant experience may be considered. Proficient in electronic medical records and other computer systems required. Familiarity with medical office procedures and terminology. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: 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:

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

Work Type:

TBD M-F 7am - 7pm based on census needs

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

The Patient Service Representative reports to the Practice Manager. The Patient Service Representative oversees and verifies the financial processes associated with patient services provided in the Practice. The Patient Service Representative greets patients, performs registration check-in functions, answers phones, schedules patient appointments, obtains referrals and authorizations, processes forms, and performs discharge process.

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:

Oversees patient financial process to ensure patient payments (co-payments, deductibles, self pay) are obtained at time of service and are properly processed.Verifies that all necessary information is complete and accurate; demographics, referrals, authorizations, billing codes, diagnoses information, etc. Completes end of day batch, including reconciliation of arrived patient schedule and time of service payments within established time frame.Provides clerical support for the practice. Orients and serves as a resource to new employees regarding department policies and procedures.Maintains quality, safety, environmental and infection control in accordance with established department policies, procedures, and objectives.Protects and preserves the patient’s right to privacy and confidentiality.Travel to satellite offices to perform duties may be required.Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge normally acquired through completion of two year Medical Office Management/Medical Secretary program or equivalent experience in a physician’s medical office practice.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.EXPERIENCE:Two years experience in a physician’s medical office practice. Proficient in English language and computer appointment scheduling skills;. Familiarity with medical office procedures and medical terminology. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Healthcare environment such as physicians’ medical office practice and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Works with medical office equipment and has direct patient contact. Any potential hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions including use safety equipment and protective clothing.Walks and stands intermittently throughout the day. May be exposed to electrical and energy hazards. May lift and position patients, and lift supplies up to 50 poundsSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.

Pay Range:

$18.13-$29.90

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:

Central Falls-1000 Broad Street - 1000 Broad Street Central Falls, Rhode Island 02863

Work Type:

Monday 8:15-4:30, Tuesday 9:30-6, Wednesday 10-6, Thursday 10:30-6:30 and Friday 7:30-5:15. Float positions between three clinics, Central Falls, Lincoln and Collyer Street clinic in Providence

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Supervisor of Patient Registration, coordinates the work of Patient Registration Representatives through scheduling, monitoring, and assisting to ensure accurate and timely patient registrations in the Emergency Department. Prepares monthly statistical reports and coordinates various projects as needed. Orients new admitting department employees to the computer system and selected shift procedures. Acts as a resource in the absence of the Patient Registration Supervisor as needed. 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: May participate in the performance and review of QC and maintenance records, providing recommendations as needed. May participate in the writing of laboratory procedures. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Demonstrated leadership skills to effectively coordinate activities with staff, able to prioritize and assign work to ensure timely completion. High school graduate or equivalent. Knowledge of medical terminology, third party insurance information and standard office computer applications. EXPERIENCE:Minimum of two years prior experience in patient registration or third party billing in an automated medical billing environment. Excellent customer relations and organizational skills, knowledge of third party insurance requirements, and experience with computer systems and cash collections. Sitting for long periods of time at workstation requiring the continuous use of a computer and telephone. May have to do moderate walking, depending on location of the assignment. Ability to lift up to ten pounds.

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:

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

Work Type:

off every other weekend, thursday and Monday

Work Shift:

Evening

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

The Access and Referral Specialist reports to a Patient Access Supervisor. Under the general supervision, ensures the quality of the referral process is upheld to departmental standards. Evaluates the incoming referral for information that is accurate and appropriately reflects the patient symptom to the requested treatment. Ensures quality control of the referral process is upheld by reviewing the accuracy and timeliness of referrals through monthly standard reports. Coordinates the effective and efficient processing and scheduling of all incoming referrals, adhering to established timelines and departmental procedures.

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:

Receives and reviews all incoming referrals ensuring completeness and accuracy. Ensures all information is received including patient demographics, insurance and authorizations. Communicates promptly with referring provider and/or patient regarding insurance coverage issues (e.g. non-participation status) so the patient may seek timely services elsewhere.Evaluates and determines triage when reviewing the referral by following established clinic referral guidelines for complete/compliant information.Determines if referral is in need of additional clarification, evaluates the content matter to services requested and determines if the referral needs to be escalated to management for assistance or resolution.Returns incomplete/non-compliant referrals based on triage guidelines to referring physician office indicating the reason for return.Ensures quality control of the referral process is upheld by reviewing the accuracy and timeliness of referrals through Monthly standard reports.Provides accurate and timely communication with patients, referring providers and other staff.Performs at benchmarked levels related to accuracy, productivity, quality and customer service as defined by industry standards and internal quality management.Coordinates and provides guidance to Outpatient Service Representative (OSR) or other staff to ensure proper documentation is made in referral record. Assists and provides support to staff when entering all referral information into the electronic health record (EHR) for any external referrals received including demographics, reason for referral and insuranceuthorization information. Scans referrals received by fax and/or on paper into the appropriate section of the referral record.Documents any communication with referring providers, patients and/or Clinic (MD, RN, etc.) in the EHR.Responds to incoming telephone calls regarding pending referrals, including timely response to voicemail messages.Coordinates and provides support when scheduling all referral appointments established by practice protocols and specifically those that require prior authorization. Maintains current knowledge of insurer referraluthorization requirements, have a working understanding of the patient population, and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity.Schedules appointments according to triage guidelines. Ensures all demographics information is updated, insurance verified and authorizations obtained. Notifies patients of appointment, explains and educates patient to a level of understanding for the preparation needed for the upcoming appointment. Communicates with referring providers and ensures documentation of that communication in the EHR.Documents any and all communication with patients in the EHR. Communicates with referring providers when patients decline appointments and/or do not keep their appointments. Refers patients to the Patient Financial Advocate when necessary.Acts as a liaison/resource with patients, referring providers, community providers and practice team members regarding referral issues utilizing the highest level of customer service.Consistently monitors clinic schedules to ensure maximized scheduling and fills any available/open timeslot including those appointments cancelled and/or rescheduled.Notifies Provider and/or Supervisor if unable to schedule referral or if there are access issues.Monitors Referral Work-Queues and ensures that all referrals have been processed accordingly.Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Associate degree in health information technology or related field or the equivalent experience in an ambulatory setting. Formal education in medical terminology, anatomy and other coding-related course.EXPERIENCE:Two years of clinical referral experience required and/or at least one year of related experience in coding/billing and medical record operations in an ambulatory care facility Health Information/Medical Record Department. Familiarity and understanding of the content of the medical record. Spanish speaking strongly preferred. Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to prioritize and handle frequent changes in workload and able to manage competing priorities. Excellent customer service and communication skills with the ability to discuss delicate matters with patients and referring providers required. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients through the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Work is performed in a typical medical office setting requiring extensive sitting, standing and walking. Reads referrals for new patient appointments for the majority of a day. Ability to work under fast paced sometimes stressful conditions to process new patient referrals meeting productivity and accuracy metrics. Organized and able to manage competing priorities ability to use good judgment by showing resourcefulness in problem solving.

Pay Range:

$19.03-$31.39

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 830-5

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision of the Manager, Special Imaging for the MRI Division, and according to standard procedures, operates an MRI unit and related equipment, in order to produce MRI images of any designated anatomical area. Collects and completes records on patient data and equipment operation. Provides assistance to patients and Radiologists. Solves minor equipment problems. Performs calibration tests and other quality control functions on equipment, and notifies service personnel as required. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the geriatric, adult, and adolescent patient. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health and The Miriam Hospital’s mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

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:

Prepares and calibrates the MRI unit for daily operation.Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.Screens all patients and visitors, prior to entry into the magnetic imaging area. Appraises physical condition of all patients, to determine durability to withstand the procedure. Communicates to the patient, the nature and type of examination, to be performed. Verifies and/or obtains informed consent for examinations requiring consent.Can operate and navigate all pertinent IS software related to job functions such as MAK, Syngo, PACS, Lifelinks, etc.Records and maintains patient history from the patient’s chart, referring physician, and/or by interviewing the patient.Positions the patients for imaging, to obtain satisfactory examinations and perform requested procedures.Protects and immobilizes patient in accordance with prescribed safety standards.Utilizes a wide variety of technical equipment, including computers, radio frequency generators, gradient coils, multi-format cameras, film processors, and other miscellaneous equipment, to produce MRI images.Performs complex imaging of cross-sectional, sagittal, coronal, and obliquely generated MRI images.Prepares and QA’s images to be interpreted by the radiologist.Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems.Assists the radiologist in developing new procedures and protocols.Assists in development of technical factors.Participates in in-service educational programs for technical staff and other hospital support groups, keeping current with required in-service.Participates in clinical instruction and supervision of MRI students.Maintains a thorough knowledge of the latest development in the MRI field.Maintains knowledge of nursing procedures, such as sterile techniques and infection control. Observes established hospital and departmental policies, as well as state, local, and federal regulations.Maintains ethical conduct with all medical and non-medical personnel.Maintains a working area in a clean and orderly condition.Understands and practices principles of safety, with regards to strong magnetic fields, as those generated by MRI systems. Performs other related duties, as assigned and/or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Requires thorough knowledge of a specialized MRI technology. Registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technology. Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, advanced MRI applications and computer operations. Basic understanding of the operation of computer consoles. i MRI certification through the ARRT. New grads may obtain within 90 days of hire nterpersonal skills necessary to interface effectively with patients, patients’ families, departmental staff physicians, and others.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. EXPERIENCE:Prior experience in Ultrasound, CT, Nuclear Medicine, DSA, cross-sectional anatomy and computer operations is preferred. MRI experience preferred.

Pay Range:

$39.56-$65.28

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:

rotating

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours:

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

The pediatric administrative support coordinator directly reports to the Director of Business Affairs, Administrative manager or his/her designee with functional reporting relationship to physician leader of multiple departments. Performs a variety of administrative functions to support departmental and hospital operations for pediatric areas.

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:

; Demonstrates understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment plan.; ; Provides academic and administrative support, including maintenance of calendars, files, and travel arrangements. Serves as liaison between physician leader and hospital administration, research, clinical practice staff, Brown Medical School, affiliated hospitals, and other institutions as necessary.; Coordination and communication with clinical practice leaders to ensure continuity of provider’s inpatient and outpatient time.; ; Assists with faculty recruitment and/or guest speakers including but not limited to scheduling and creating interview schedules, advertisements, distributing CV reviews, travel/hotel arrangements, creating itineraries, dinner arrangements, follow-up evaluations.; ; Assists with the creation and maintaining on-call scheduling, clinic schedules, and/or resident and student schedules. Disseminating final and updated schedules as needed via multi-channels (i.e. email, calendars, websites/systems, etc.).; ; Serves as primary point of contact to facilitate key aspects of physician onboarding for medical staff and payer enrollment. Reports to Director if status changes or delays in onboarding and assists in timely follow up with physician.; ; Responsible for coordinating provider re-credentialing, privilege renewals, and ensuring renewals for required licenses are kept up to date.; ; Completes system access requests and other requirements for volunteers, non-GME students, and other visitors who may require temporary access to Brown University Health systems.; ; Collaborates with marketing and communications to ensure updated service line content on public and internal websites.; ; Assists with academic and research duties. Coordination with Brown University departments if needed.; ; Maintains records and statistics for departments as required. Prepares statistical reports, charts, and graphs, which may require basic calculations and experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint.; ; Initiates, maintains and purges files as necessary including data entry and reconciliation of paper files. Maintains confidential departmental records including budgets, payroll, personnel data, and emergency contact lists.; ; Maintains office supply inventory; orders supplies and prepares purchase orders. Maintains accurate records of relevant expenditures and is able to provide supporting documentation according to Brown University Health policy. Reconciles materials received against orders and invoice.; ; Prepares and follows up on check requests and purchase orders. Processes reimbursements for faculty members and is responsible for accurately tracking allowable expenses by faculty member.; ; Schedules and coordinates meetings. Compiles and distributes agendas and related materials as directed. May attend meetings to transcribe and disseminate meeting minutes.; ; Answers telephone and receives visitors into the area or on behalf of faculty member or leadership team.; ; Acts as a resource to resolve computer and other technical barriers for faculty members.; ; Initiates and follow-ups on facility work orders until issues are resolved. Elevates to leadership as needed.; ; Act as a payroll timekeeper which can include but is not limited to creating and updating work schedules and modifying timesheets in the payroll system. Processing payroll forms as needed. Track provider time-off and submit to monthly to admin office.; ; Provides information, often resolves matters, according to established policies, drawing on knowledge of the individual departments, general hospital operations and all Brown University Health policies. Contacts key stakeholders of other areas to gain additioanl knowledge if needed.; ; May assume regular responsibility for recurring projects, or programs, requiring knowledge of practice or department operations and use of independent judgment.; As appropriate obtains quotes for equipment upgrades or other office needs.; ; Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Equivalent to Associates Degree in related field. Extensive experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.Typing and computer skills for multiple systems. Required experience with Microsoft products (i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Teams, etc.) beyond basic functions.Organization skills and ability to prioritize work as assigned is essential.Ability to perform independently within Brown University Health policies and departmental procedures. Refers complex problems to manager or other stakeholders when clarification of policies and procedures are required.; EXPERIENCE; ; Minimum of two to three years of progressively complex administrative positions within a hospital, outpatient clinic or academics. Must possess base knowledge of general support functions, ability to effectively coordinate work, exercise judgement and excellent interpersonal skills. ; SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:None

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:

8:00 - 5:00

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours:

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

The Learning Experience and Development Coordinator provides system level coordination, oversight, and operational support for academic placements, student nurse interns, professional certification, and credentialing processes across Brown University Health. This role supports a standardized, efficient, and compliant approach to managing academic placements, student nurse interns, and nursing certification and credentialing activities across all entities.‑level coordination, oversight, and operational support for

Working in close collaboration with Professional Practice, Nursing Education, Academic Partners, Human Resources, and site‑based leaders, the System Program Coordinator ensures alignment with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational priorities while supporting workforce development, academic partnerships, and professional advancement of nursing staff.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Academic Placement Coordination

• Coordinate and support system‑wide clinical placement processes for nursing students, student nurse interns, and other learners in partnership with academic institutions and internal stakeholders.

• Serve as a central point of contact for clinical placement requests, ensuring accurate tracking, documentation, and communication across entities.

• Maintain placement records, agreements, and compliance documentation in alignment with organizational and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with site leaders and education teams to support placement capacity planning and standardized workflows.

Certification and Credentialing Support

• Coordinate system level tracking and monitoring of nursing certifications and credentials (e.g., specialty certifications, licensure related requirements).‑level tracking and monitoring of nursing certifications and credentials (e.g., specialty certifications, licensure‑related requirements).

• Support standardized processes for certification verification, renewal tracking, and reporting across the health system.

• Partner with Professional Practice and Nursing Education to support certification initiatives that align with professional development, Magnet principles, and organizational goals.

• Assist with audits, data validation, and documentation related to certification and credentialing requirements.

Data, Reporting, and Standardization

• Maintain accurate, up to date data related to clinical placements, certifications, and credentialing activities.‑to‑date data related to clinical placements, certifications, and credentialing activities.

• Develop and support standardized tools, trackers, and reports to support system visibility and decision-making.‑making.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and standardization across entities.

• Support preparation of reports and summaries for nursing leadership, Professional Practice councils, and executive stakeholders.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with internal partners including Professional Practice, Nursing Education, Academic Affairs, HR, Compliance, and site leadership.

• Support communication with academic partners regarding placement processes, requirements, and timelines.

• Participate in system committees, workgroups, and initiatives related to workforce development, education, and professional practice.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

Associate or bachelor’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred (healthcare, education, business, or related field).

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in healthcare administration, education coordination, professional practice, or a related role.

Experience supporting clinical education, credentialing, certification, or workforce development activities.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across a complex system environment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and database or tracking systems.

Experience in an academic medical center or multi-entity health system.‑entity health system.

Familiarity with nursing education, clinical placements, or professional certification processes.

Experience supporting Magnet aligned or professional practice initiatives.‑aligned or professional practice initiatives.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

Pay Range:

$23.11-$38.16

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 8-430

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY: Performs MRI diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians. Operates MRI scanner, pressure injector, CD, and printer equipment to obtain high quality diagnostic images. Prepares procedure room, equipment, supplies and medications as needed. Provides patient services using MRI scanner while practicing Morton Hospital Customer Service standards Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Collects information by interview from the patient, family, significant other and other health care providers. Reviews patients records and lab values to further ensure proper assessment of patient. Documents assessment in a legible and accurate manner in accordance with policy/procedure. Evaluates patient's needs accurately in order to prevent potential problems or complications. Demonstrates ability to coordinate care with other members of the health care team. Explains the procedure to the patient and gives the patient an opportunity to ask questions. Establishes effective communication with the patient in order to complete the procedure. Is available and accessible to the patient. Injects patients using aseptic technique; asks for assistance in difficult situations. Monitors the patient for adverse reactions - responds appropriately. Keeps patient and family members informed of progress and/or delays associated with their procedure. Completes job competencies annually in a reasonable time frame. Operates MRI equipment, completing quality images while following established protocols and procedures. Accurately prepares room for procedure, assuring all needed equipment is available prior to the start of the exam. Upon completion of procedure, properly cleans and organizes the room. Accurately assists in clinical training of Radiology and nursing students. Notifies supervisor of shortages of supplies, equipment malfunctions or unusual problems or situations within the department. In the absence of supervisor assumes responsibility as required. Readily and willingly contributes to the team approach in order to provide the best possible care and service. Uses proper MRI safety techniques to minimize risk to themselves, patients, and the general public. Maintains IV competency. Completes PACS process to review images, scan documents, and assign cases, correcting QAs and charging issues. Management of Time and Resources: Completes work assignments within an acceptable time frame. Uses time and resources to the best possible advantage for successful completion of job responsibilities. Develops and maintains efficient working relationships. Is reliable in respect to attendance. Is Reliable in respect to punctuality. Recognizes the importance of team efforts and partners with others to achieve positive outcomes. Quality: Is part of a team effort to ensure quality services. Offers creative solutions or alternatives to issues or concerns. Produces quality results. Continually strives to improve the quality of work. Accepts responsibility for all work performed and takes appropriate corrective action as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Is responsible for ongoing development of his/her work skills through the use of available resources (i.e.: inservices, formal educational programs, other work groups and on-the-job training). Attends and participates in staff meetings and inservices and/or reviews documentation as required. Assists in the orientation of others and actively participates in mentoring. Performs analytical and decision making functions with minimal supervision. Recognizes and seeks assistance/consultation when appropriate. Demonstrates an understanding of relative Hospital and all-departmental policies and procedures including safety issues. Possesses awareness of programs/services provided by Hospital and where they are located. Is cooperative in interactions, treating customers with courtesy, respect and compassion. Is patient when responding to questions and answers questions appropriately. Responds to requests in a timely manner. Handles interruptions in a skillful way. Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor. Strives to prevent/resolve customer concerns to the customer's satisfaction. EDUCATION: Current BLS certification Current ARRT registered certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging with RT(MR) designation (required of employees within 12 months of effective date of transfer.) Documented Training and experience in MRI preferred. Current ARRT registered certification in Radiography with RT(R) designation preferred

Pay Range: 

$42.39-$62.46

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

Location:

Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

Per Diem

Work Shift:

Variable

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East

SUMMARY:

The Director of Perianesthesia Care Services will oversee the integration and management of the Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) for Rhode Island Hospital & The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital Hold & Prep, and Rhode Island Hospital Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) departments under a unified structure. This leadership role will ensure the seamless delivery of care across these three critical phases of the perioperative process, improving patient outcomes, enhancing clinical workflows, and promoting staff collaboration. The Director will be responsible for developing and maintaining clinical pathways, streamlining communication, and continuously optimizing patient care and operational efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leadership and Management Provide strategic leadership and direction for the combined PAT, Hold & Prep, and PACU departments.

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of clinical managers, nurses, and support staff across all three departments.

• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and patient-centered care.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, hospital policies, and best practices across all areas of responsibility.

• Serve as the primary liaison between departments and executive leadership to ensure alignment with hospital goals.

• Clinical Operations and Patient Care Pathways Develop and maintain standardized clinical pathways that ensure a seamless, efficient, and safe patient journey from pre-admission through to recovery.

• Coordinate the integration of pre-admission testing, preparation for surgery, anesthesia handoff, and post-operative recovery, ensuring continuity of care at every stage.

• Oversee patient flow, identifying opportunities to minimize delays, reduce bottlenecks, and improve overall perioperative efficiency.

• Ensure patient safety, optimal clinical outcomes, and high patient satisfaction levels across all three departments.

• Workflow Integration and Communication Lead efforts to reduce handoffs and minimize communication gaps between departments, ensuring vital patient information is shared seamlessly across the care continuum. Implement real-time communication systems for patient updates, status changes, and team coordination. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., surgeons, anesthesiologists, nursing staff, and allied health professionals) to improve clinical decision-making, streamline operations, and ensure timely responses to changes in patient conditions.

• Staff Development and Training Oversee cross-training initiatives for staff across the PAT, Hold & Prep, and PACU departments to enhance flexibility and improve team collaboration.

• Provide ongoing education and training to ensure staff remain up to date on best practices, policies, and technologies related to perioperative care.

• Performance and Quality Improvement Monitor and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) such as patient wait times, patient satisfaction, complication rates, staff efficiency, case cancellations, and recovery times.

• Take appropriate actions to address issues and identify opportunities for system-level improvement.

• Lead efforts to continuously improve operational efficiency and clinical outcomes by identifying process inefficiencies and implementing corrective actions.

• Establish a feedback loop with staff and patients to gather insights on opportunities for improvement and make data-driven decisions.

• Work closely with various stakeholders such as physician offices and inpatient care units (e.g., ICU and surgical teams) to align perioperative processes and implement collaborative improvement initiatives, such as reducing day-of-surgery cancellations, enhancing patient education, improving handoff processes, direct inpatient to operating room initiatives, optimizing PAT scheduling, and improving surgical preparation and post-op outcomes.

• Compliance and Regulatory Oversight Ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory standards, including but not limited to those set by The Joint Commission, OSHA, and local/state health authorities.

• Manage accreditation processes for the perioperative services departments and maintain readiness for inspections and audits.

• Daily Management Responsibilities: Staff Coordination: Oversee daily staffing needs, ensuring that shifts are properly filled and that staff levels are appropriate for patient volume.

• Patient Flow Management: Monitor patient flow from pre-admission through recovery, ensuring timely transitions and minimizing wait times.

• Operational Troubleshooting: Address any immediate operational issues or disruptions, such as delays in testing, patient transfers, or staff shortages. Quality and Safety Monitoring: Review daily clinical metrics, patient safety incidents, or any adverse events.

• Ensure corrective actions are taken when needed. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree in nursing or a related field such as healthcare administration or its equivalent. Consideration will be given to internal candidates who are matriculated in a Master's Degree program.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. American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications. Preferred certifications: CNOR (Certified Perioperative Nurse) CPAN (Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse) and/or CAPA (Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse) NE-BC (Nurse Executive – Board Certified) or CENP (Certified in Executive Nursing Practice) Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) for process improvement and operational efficiency

EXPERIENCE:

At least 5 years of experience in healthcare leadership, with a focus on perioperative services (Pre-Admission Testing, Hold & Prep, Procedural area. or PACU). Experience managing or overseeing multiple departments or clinical teams within a perioperative setting is preferred.

Pay Range:

$139,068.80-$278,158.40

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:

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

Work Type:

Monday-Friday 8-430

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

8 hours

Driving Required:

No

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Supervisor Imaging Nursing provides nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic non-invasive or invasive procedures in the Diagnostic Imaging Services Department in accordance with hospital and department established policies and physician orders. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the geriatric, adult, and adolescent patient. Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health and The Miriam Hospital’s mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns.

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:

• Recognizes and reports deviations from patient or established norms. Identifies deviations from established norms not related to patient’s chief complaints. Reports patient’s responses to treatment(s), and documents nursing interventions.

• Provides basic comfort and support according to patient needs. Fosters patient and family participation in achieving optimum level of patient functioning and performance of activities. 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 responses and interventions. Plans for potential needs during emergency situations.

• 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 care practices and procedures.

• Utilizes established protocols and guidelines and collaborates with the health team to facilitate therapeutic interventions and attainment of desired patient outcomes. Follows all documentation guidelines per policy and procedure.

• Performs assessments and collection of data by interviewing, record reviewing, and documentation in the electronic medical record. Assesses and monitors patient’s condition including vital signs, monitoring and recognition of EKG changes, and initiates appropriate nursing interventions. Integrates focused physical assessment with nursing assessment, and record review in developing a comprehensive and individualized plan of care.

• Defines nursing diagnoses and expected patient outcomes. Implements nursing intervention according to plan of care. Evaluates interventions based on attainment of patient outcomes. Modifies plan of care, as necessary.

• Administers contrast material, conscious sedation and monitors patients as appropriate. Recognizes, documents, and assists in the treatment of contrast reactions. Intervenes in emergency situations.

• Prioritizes patient needs and functions as patient advocate. Assesses the biological, psychological, sociological and cultural needs of the patient and family. Provides healthcare instruction and procedural information to patients and families. Assists with preparation and distributes patient education materials.

• Assists with compilation of nursing Quality Assurance Activities. Maintains equipment, including emergency equipment, and supplies according to established protocols and procedures. May assist with ordering of supplies and equipment. Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies, procedures, and objectives. May assist with the development of policies and procedures. Maintains a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.

• Assists with the orientation of nurses, physicians, technologists and students. Acts as a resource person for nursing, medical and radiology staff. Practices cost containment. Assists with the development and implementation of research projects. Participates in hospital, nursing and radiology committees by attending meetings to facilitate patient care management.

• Provides functional guidance and direction to CNA’s, and other licensed personnel, as required. May assume shift charge responsibility to include maintaining an overview of unit activities and delegating work responsibilities with equitable assignments.

• Interacts with other health care professionals to maintain continuity of quality patient care. Functions in a cooperative and productive manner in the work environment.

• Takes calls according to Diagnostic Imaging Services Department call policy.

• Maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational opportunities and literature. 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 the aging process, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

• Performs other related duties, as required.

• Per diem needs to work a minimum of 24 hours per month

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 Baccalaureate School of Nursing preferred
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode
Current BLS American Heart Association certification required
Current ACLS American Heart certifications required.
Understanding of the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Rhode Island.

EXPERIENCE:
At least two years of RN experience in an acute hospital setting with one year ICU-level critical care experience within the past two years or two years ED-trauma experience within the past two years preferred. Interventional Radiology Nurse or Procedural Nurse experience is desirable.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Healthcare environment such as acute care hospitals, physicians’ offices and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Works with medical equipment and has direct patient contact. Any potential hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions including use of 0safety equipment and protective clothing.
Walks and stands intermittently throughout the day. Subject to electrical and energy hazards. May lift and position patients and lift supplies up to 50 pounds.

INDEPENDENT ACTION:
Plans and organizes priorities for effective patient care within the scope of existing departmental policies, generally refers specific problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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:

Opportunities between the hours of 7 am - 7 pm for 8 and 12 hour day shifts. Start times may vary.

Work Shift:

Day

Daily Hours: 

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No