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Address:

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Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years’ prior experience in a healthcare setting
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Additional education may be substituted for experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Oncology office experience
• Experience with electronic heath records, such as Cerner, Epic and Aria.

Additional Job Description:

Primary Location:

UofL Health - Brown Cancer Center - UMC

Address:

529 S. Jackson St.
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

About UofL Health:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose

The receptionist is responsible for greeting visitors and delivering exceptional customer service assistance. This entails answering calls and fielding them accordingly, addressing visitor questions and needs, and providing an overall welcoming environment.

Essential Functions:

• Greet visitors on arrival to the facility

• Answer phone calls and direct them appropriately

• Direct visitors to appropriate location within the facility

• Address visitors’ questions or needs

• Provide an overall welcoming environment

• Complete appointment reminder outreach to scheduled patients

Other Functions:

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)

Experience:

• One(1) year healthcare experience (preferred)

Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Strong customer service and communication skills

• Must understand and be able to perform professional phone etiquette

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to solve practical problems

Computer Skills:

• Must be proficient with basic computer skills

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Primary Location:

Frazier Rehab Institute - UMC

Address:

220 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Job Description Summary:

About UofL Health:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose

The Utilization Review RN performs activities which support the Utilization Management functions. They are responsible for the delivery of the Utilization Management process including but not limited to making clinical recommendations regarding medical necessity for admission and continues stay, screens patients for client specific guidelines regarding insurance, Medicare and/or Medicaid guidelines, send payor specific Notice of Admission and continued stay reviews. “Performs utilization review activities under established criteria, policies, and UM leadership oversight. The employee communicates with physician and case managers regarding payor approval/denial of admission and continue stay review. They process payor denials and retro reviews, promote optimal health care outcomes in accordance with the policies, procedures, applicable laws and contracts, philosophy, mission and values of UofL Health, assumes responsibility and accountability for the appropriate utilization of facilities and services and serves as a resource to physicians. The employee conducts admission and concurrent reviews including observation and inpatients, identifies patients who do not meet criteria and takes action to ensure patients are cared for in the most appropriate level of care; coordinates care in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide and facilitate optimal health and financial accountability. This employee utilizes the nursing process (assess, plan, implement and evaluate) and management process (plan, organize, direct and control) to provide a framework for decision-making; maintains confidentiality of information; actively supports organizational goals and objectives by providing needed information to divisions and departments. Participates in ongoing UM competency validation and regulatory education.

Essential Functions:

• Promotes optimal management of clinical resources by conducting timely admission and concurrent utilization review for all patients of designated medical services; certifies medical necessity for admission, continued stay and discharge reviews for patients certified by utilizing the current MCG criteria; documents clinical information in Case Management Software system

• During the concurrent review process, evaluates the medical record to identify any process delay impacting the timeliness of patient care in a collaborative effort to ensure that the appropriate resources are utilized (i.e. physical therapy, cardiac rehabilitation, or nutritional service)

• Supports the utilization review program by maintaining effective and efficient processes for determining the appropriate admission status based on the regulatory and reimbursement requirements of various commercial and government payers

• Communicates closely with third party payors to ensure all pertinent clinical information is provided to secure an authorization; appropriately documents information regarding the authorization number and the approved length of stay on the Case Manager Software

• Advocates for patient/family needs in a respectful, non-judgmental, and confidential manner

• Serves as a resource to physicians for clinical management and financial issues; assists the providers with promoting efficiencies in the care delivery system and reducing/ eliminating barriers to efficient/effective service

• Reviews patient cases for potential problems with OIG Workplan Audits and compliance issues; reports problems and makes recommendation to appropriate departments

• Appropriately refers cases to manager/director of care coordination, CAO, or medical director when intensity of service or severity of illness is not present and is unable to resolved

• Educates physicians, patients, and staff with regards to payors, financial issues, documentation, and potential compliance issues

• Investigates and responds to billing concerns from Business Office, Health Information Management, Admitting, and other sources; resolves financial and billing problems, such as appropriate patient status, correct payor source, denials, appeals, and system issues

Other Functions:

• Develops a cooperative, assistive relationship with third-party reviewers, working to facilitate timely, positive responses for patient accounts

• Attends Monthly Departmental Staff Communications Meetings. Serves as an active member of committees, as needed, which may include a variety of projects or topics

• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-service meetings and workshops that are related to assigned areas of responsibility.

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to always maintain confidentiality

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)

Education:

• ADN or

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)

• An RN with a bachelor's degree in business, Health Care Administration or equivalent on the condition that they enroll in a BSN program within one year of employment and complete the BSN within three years of employment

Experience:

• Two (2) years’ experience as an RN (required)

• Additional (1) year experience in case management/utilization management (preferred)

• Three years’ experience with Behavior Health experience (required for positions at Peace Hospital)

Licensure:

• Active Kentucky Registered Nurse License or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky

Certification:

• MCG Care Guidelines Specialist-ISC/GRC/Behavioral Health required within 12 months of hire date

• Case Management Certification (ACM, ANCC-Nurse Case Manager or CCM) preferred

Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Must be able to adjust priorities quickly, organize multiple tasks simultaneously, and work interdependently with many levels of staff

• Attention to detail; strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; and innovative problem-solving skills required

• Assumes responsibility of person growth and development, maintains competency in care management/utilization management principles

• Maintains current and accurate knowledge regarding commercial and government payers and Joint Commission regulations/guidelines/criteria related to utilization review

• Knowledgeable of state laws, CMS conditions of participation, and TJC standards regarding regulatory requirements for care management and utilization management

• Knowledgeable of the services lines and uses sound nursing judgement and adheres to the code of professional conduct.

• Understands and can exhibit RN licensure scope of practice

• Must be able to adjust work hours depending upon departmental and organizational needs as determined by the director or manager of care coordination or the CNO

• Functions within RN scope of practice and UM policies; adhere to CMS Conditions of Participation and Payer requirements.

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats

Reasoning Ability:

• Able to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence-based practice

• Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skill

• Able to break down problems or tasks; scanning one’s own knowledge and experience to identify causes and consequences of events

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

• Basic computer skills including the use of electronic medical records

• Must have the capacity to learn other relevant systems and databases, as needed

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor always

• Maintains confidentiality and always protects sensitive data

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Primary Location:

Mary and Elizabeth - UMC

Address:

1850 Bluegrass Ave
Louisville, KY 40215


Shift:

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose

The Radiologic Tech performs all radiographic examinations according to establish protocols set forth by the medical director. The Radiologic Tech maintains a high degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and exposure technique. The Radiologic Tech maintains knowledge and awareness of radiation protection and safety during all radiographic examinations. The Radiologic Tech prepares for and assists the radiologist with intricate radiographic examinations. The Radiologic Tech will prepare and administer contrast media in accordance with hospital policy and procedure as well as state and federal regulations

Essential Functions:

• Uses consistent and appropriate techniques to gather relevant information pertinent to the examination being performed, including correct patient identification and order verification.

• Assess patient to determine and develop an action plan for completing the procedure.

• Performs pre and post exam patient education pertinent to exam being performed.

• Produces images according to established protocols within the Diagnostic Imaging Department, at patients’ bedside, ER, and surgery with a high degree of accuracy,

• Demonstrates good radiation safety practices during radiographic examinations to include use of lead shields, collimation, and determining pregnancy status of women of childbearing years

• Prepares for and assists Physicians with intricate radiographic examinations.

• Ensures examinations are performed, completed, and ready for physician interpretation.

• Attends and participates in department staff meetings and in-services.

• Takes an active role in gaining and maintaining proficiency in hospital and radiology equipment and information systems needed in performance of job responsibilities.

• Instructs Radiologic Technology students in the radiographic positioning, technique, and film critique.

• Presents a positive image of the hospital and department.

• Assists in quality improvement programs in the department

• Maintains appropriate credentials and certifications related to clinical performance and ensures a current copy is on file with the appropriate department.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Functions:

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct.

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)

Education:

• Graduate of JRC-approved program in Radiologic Technology

Experience:

• One year of experience as a general radiographer preferred but not required.

Certification:

• ARRT certification required within 3 months of hire.

• Valid KBMIRT temporary license required prior to start date.

• BLS required

Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.

Reasoning Ability:

• Must be able to analyze data, work with confidential information, manage resources, evaluate performance of others

Computer Skills:

• Basic knowledge

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times.

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines.

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members.

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community.

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Primary Location:

Address:

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The Mammography Technologist performs mammography and other radiographic examinations according to establish protocols set forth by the medical director.  The Mammography Technologist maintains a high degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and exposure technique.   The Mammography Technologist maintains knowledge and awareness of radiation protection and safety during all radiographic examinations.   The Mammography Technologist prepares for and assists the radiologist with intricate radiographic examinations.  The Mammography Technologist will prepare and administer contrast media in accordance with hospital policy and procedure as well as state and federal regulations.  

Essential Functions:

• Uses consistent and appropriate techniques to gather relevant information pertinent to the examination being performed, including correct patient identification and order verification.
• Assess patient to determine and develop an action plan for completing the procedure.
• Performs pre and post exam patient education pertinent to exam being performed.
• Produces radiographs according to established protocols within the Breast Care Center with a high degree of accuracy.
• Evaluates radiographs for technical accuracy and diagnostic quality.
• Demonstrates good radiation safety practices during radiographic examinations to include use of lead shields, collimation and determining pregnancy status of women of childbearing years.
• Performs Mammography quality control tests as stated by ACR and MQSA standards.
• Ensures that assigned areas are kept clean, neat, and orderly.
• Ensures examinations are complete to include, films and appropriate paperwork are together, and exam logged in computer system.

Other Functions:

• Instructs Radiologic Technology students in radiographic positioning, technique, and film critique.
• Attends and participates in department staff meetings and in-services.
• Assists in training new personnel in hospital and department procedures.
• Takes an active role in gaining and maintaining proficiency in hospital and radiology equipment and information systems needed in performance of job responsibilities.
• Presents a positive image of the hospital and department.
• Assist in quality improvement programs in the department.
• Maintains appropriate credentials needed for clinical practice and ensures a current copy is maintained in department/hospital files.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description:

Education: Associate degree in Radiology (required)

                  Bachelor degree in Radiology (preferred)

Experience:

• Prefer 1-year recent experience as a General Radiographer

Certification:

• ARRT Registered
• KY Radiation Operator certification (KBMIRT)
• Mammography registry within 1 year of employment (required)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)

Primary Location:

UofL Physicians - Pain Management Associates

Address:

1169 Eastern Parkway, # 2211
Louisville, KY 40217


Shift:

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Medical Scheduler is an individual who assists the staff and physician by scheduling patients for appropriate follow up appointments and necessary tests and procedures. The Scheduler functions as a member of the healthcare team with responsibilities that commensurate with educational preparation and demonstrated competencies. Direct patient interaction is provided to patients of all ages.

Essential Functions:

• Schedule follow up/return visits to our office for patients.
• Obtain appropriate pre-certification and pre-authorizations, as needed.
• Schedule medical tests and procedures for patients. (i.e. - interventional invasive cardiology procedures, electrophysiology, etc.)
• Discuss patient instructions for procedures with patient so patient has clear understanding of what is expected.
• Calls patients to schedule procedures and give instructions over phone with follow-up letter with instructions.
• Use Allscripts, Centricity Business, online paging systems. Retrieve information from other hospital systems.
• Holds in confidence all matters concerning patients according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Exhibits friendly and helpful behavior.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Functions:

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Two (2) years of scheduling in a multi-specialty clinic (preferred)

Primary Location:

Peace - Louisville

Address:

2020 Newburg Rd.
Louisville, KY 40205


Shift:

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Other Functions:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

• All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:

Work from Home - KY

Address:

P.O. Box 909
Louisville, KY 40201-0909


Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

About UofL Health:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose

The Pre-Access Specialist will coordinate patient orders received from physician offices and internal ancillary departments assuring appropriate distribution to the servicing department. Reviews 100% of all scheduled procedure orders for accuracy including physician signature, test/procedure to be performed, date and diagnosis, calls physician office to clarify order as needed, and indexes order to the account.

Coordinates patient encounter utilizing multiple system applications: various registration applications, clinical operating systems, eligibility verification systems, medical necessity applications, scanning repository.

Essential Functions:

• Manages all orders received by fax, physician EMR or other sources and scans into appropriate hospital electronic patient medical record

• Indexes orders accurately and review physician signature, test/procedure to be performed, date and diagnosis for accuracy

• Answers and responds to external and internal phone calls in a timely manner

• Checks and responds to emails in a timely and professional manner

• Meets or exceeds productivity standards in the completion of daily assignments and accurate production

• Supports goals of department/organization

• Works as a team player by enhancing team effectiveness, supporting and assisting team members, the department and/or the organization

• Knows procedures, times preparations, locations, physicians performing specific procedure and any special instructions associated with any procedure

• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers using ADIET method

• Maintains an organized and efficient work area

• Transmits all patient documents accurately and in a timely manner.

Other Functions:

• Takes responsibility for maintaining accountability for improving job knowledge and skills

• Maintains a professional image by observing “on stage” behaviors and keeping “off-stage” behaviors (e.g., personal conversations, use of telephone, eating, etc.) away from patients and visitors

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Experience:

• PC literacy, must be able to type 30 wpm with a 95% accuracy (required)

• At least one year of patient access (preferred)

• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology (preferred)

Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Team – ability to work with others, serve others, help others, lead others, mentor others, take directions from others in the interest of moving process and programs forward to the desired outcome

• Critical Thinking – ability to think through issues and identify appropriate options

• Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

• Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

• Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace

• Social Orientation — Job requires preferring to work with others rather than alone, and being personally connected with others on the job.

• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.

• Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to break down problems or tasks; scanning prior knowledge and experience to identify causes and consequences of events

• Demonstrates the ability to understand instructions and underlying principles.

• Ability to reason and make sound judgments.

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in the use of EMR and Microsoft Office Suite

• Able to utilize appropriate computer systems to perform ICD-10 code look up.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Primary Location:

Frazier Rehab Institute - UMC

Address:

220 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours):

12 hours

# Shifts/Week:

3 shifts per week

Overtime Required:

☒ Infrequently ☐ Sometimes ☐ Often

Other Functions:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

• All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:

Address:

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The essential functions of this position are to:

• Delivers successful service to our internal and external customers by adhering to critical success standards: demonstrating accountability and commitment to quality and safety standards; providing exceptional customer service; and exerting effort to ensure a positive work environment that demonstrates dedication to the hospital’s mission, vision and values

• Performs delegated and ancillary basic nursing skills, including activities of daily living, monitoring of patient condition, body mechanics, providing nutritional support and other activities as appropriate to clinical service, in accordance with hospital standards, nursing standards of care, and policies and procedures.

• May perform skills, within scope of practice for unlicensed assistive personnel, and communicate performance of these skills to the patient’s Nurse and other members of the healthcare team.  These skills include, but are not limited to:

  • The collection of specimens,

  • Effective use of specialized equipment such as bladder scanners,

  • Electronic vital signs machines,

  • Restraint monitoring and patient elimination procedures. 

  • Collection, documentation, and reporting of data (e.g., vital signs, oxygen saturation using pulse oximeter equipment, height, weight, intake and output, and blood glucose testing when sample is obtained from a capillary site).

• Performs delegated tasks of a routine nature, including but not limited to:

  • simple non-sterile dressing changes,

  • external care to urinary catheters, 

  • enema administration (when not contraindicated by patient’s skin integrity and condition),

  • bowel and bladder program care including intermittent urinary catheterization and digital rectal stimulation,

  • colostomy appliance changes on mature stoma sites with sustained skin integrity.

  • administration of feedings via a gastrostomy tube when the tube is in a mature stoma site with sustained skin integrity, and only when it is delegated by and performed under the supervision of a nurse.

• Performs functional assignments per unit standards of care, including such activities as patient admission and discharge procedures, unit environmental organizational tasks, and others as appropriate to service.

• Performs and documents point-of-care testing, patient mobility and exercise, comfort, rest, sleep and care needs, patient hygiene, grooming, dressing, skincare, dietary, toileting and elimination needs. 

• Transport patients and specimens as needed

This position also:

• Performs clerical duties for the unit

• Participates in training, development, and continuing education activities to improve role functioning and to maintain competence in required elements of the job.

• Demonstrates appropriate emergency and patient safety procedures, including management of safety devices, and equipment.  Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards.

• Responsible for knowing and demonstrating National Patient Safety Goals.  Participates in department-based activities and initiatives to improve and ensure a safe environment.

• Participates in performance improvement activities; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with The Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standard including laboratory regulations and standards and congruence with the code of conduct.

• Communicates effectively with members of the health care team, patients and families, often under stress or emergency situations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description:

Primary Location:

Peace - Louisville

Address:

2020 Newburg Rd.
Louisville, KY 40205


Shift:

12P – 12A (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

As a Healthcare Safety and Security Officer, you will serve and safeguard UofL Health campuses while ensuring a safe and comfortable healing environment for patients, visitors, and employees. A Healthcare Safety and Security Officer detects and prevents any suspicious activity, observe and reports incidents, and provides customer service in a friendly and professional manner. The Healthcare Safety and Security Officer responds to emergencies, calls for services, and conducts their behavior and performance in a professional manner.

Essential Functions:

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazard, and unusual activity.
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or via a vehicle to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals.
• Sound alarms or calls for police, fire department, or EMS in case of fires, medical emergencies, criminal activities, or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Respond to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, or inclement weather with calm urgency.
• Provide customer service to our UL Health by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities.
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner.
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Working environments and conditions may vary by UL Health location.
• Orally and physically de-escalating individuals and situations, as needed.
• Inspect all security devices and fire control equipment.
• Screen patients, visitors, and employees to expedite their admittance to the facilities.
• May also include patient escort, patient watch, provide safety escort, assist and/or transport deceased to morgue.
• Must be able to use respiratory protection equipment and tight-fitting respirators according to OSHA standards. *Medical and Religious waivers may be granted on a case-by-case basis.

Shift Length (in hours):

Shift length will vary by location. 8hr, 10hr, and 12hr shifts

# Shifts/Week:

5-8hr shifts/wk, 4-10hr shifts/wk, 3-12hr shifts/week

Overtime Required:

☐ Infrequently ☒ Sometimes ☐ Often ☐ n/a (exempt position)

Other Functions:

• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. UofL Health will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws and UofL Health standards.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment *A valid unrestricted driver’s license will be required.
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct.
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to always maintain confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education and Experience

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Verifiable High School Diploma or GED (Certificates of Completion not acceptable)
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. UofL Health will consider qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws and UofL Health standards.
• As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment *A valid unrestricted driver’s license will be required
• Must successfully complete the UofL Health- Safety, Security, and Emergency Preparedness Training program.

Job Competency:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Observe and remain vigilant for signs of crime, disorder, hazard, and unusual activity.
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or via a vehicle to check for unsafe conditions, blocked entryways, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized individuals.
• Orally and physically de-escalating individuals, as needed.
• Inspect all security devices and fire control equipment.
• Screen members, visitors, and client employees to expedite their admittance to the facility.
• Respond to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, or inclement weather with calm urgency.
• May also include patient escort, patient watch, provide safety escort, assist and/or transport deceased to morgue.

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.

Reasoning Ability:

• Able to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence-based practice, and emergency situations.
• Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills.

Computer Skills:

• Basic understanding of computers to operate surveillance cameras, door access systems, fire alarm systems, intrusion alarms, and panic alarms.
• Must be able to prepare reports.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.

• Maintains confidentiality and always protects sensitive data.
• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines.
• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members.
• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff, and the broader health care community.

Primary Location:

JHHS - Med Center East - UMC

Address:

3920 Dutchman Lane
Louisville, KY 40207


Shift:

3P - 3A (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Other Functions:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

• All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:

JHHS - Med Center East - UMC

Address:

3920 Dutchman Lane
Louisville, KY 40207


Shift:

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Other Functions:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

• All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:

JHHS - Med Center East - UMC

Address:

3920 Dutchman Lane
Louisville, KY 40207


Shift:

Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Other Functions:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

• All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:

Address:

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The Charge Nurse plays a pivotal leadership role in supporting the Clinical Manager and/or Nursing Director in the day-to-day operations of the unit. This includes active involvement in staff scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, resource management, and performance evaluations. The Charge Nurse also champions quality improvement initiatives, ensuring that care delivery aligns with best practices and organizational goals.

As a clinical and professional resource, the Charge Nurse provides guidance, mentorship, and education to nursing staff, fostering a collaborative and informed care environment. This role is instrumental in driving service excellence, engaging in service recovery efforts, and promoting a culture of compassion and responsiveness for both internal and external stakeholders.

Beyond daily operations, the Charge Nurse serves as a visible role model for professional nursing practice. This includes active participation in departmental initiatives—such as the pursuit of Magnet® designation—and representation on organizational committees. Through their leadership, presence, and advocacy, the Charge Nurse helps shape a high-performing, patient-centered care culture.

Essential Functions:

• Actively contributes to evaluating and efficiently fulfilling staffing and resource needs within the department’s budget. Collaborates with unit nursing leadership to make thoughtful preceptor and nurse assignments, ensuring patient care responsibilities are aligned with staff expertise and patient acuity. Takes ownership of unit operations on a shift-by-shift basis to maintain seamless and effective care delivery.
• Serves as a role model for staff regarding customer relations, monitors unit customer service and intervenes as necessary; rounds on internal and external customers based on unit requirements.
• Participates in employee evaluations, counsels and coaches employees when necessary, and implements disciplinary process according to policy including time and attendance issues; remains knowledgeable of regulatory standards and ensures staff are maintaining and adhering to all department and facility policies; maintains anecdotal documentation such as capturing qualitative insights that may not be reflected in formal reports or metrics and supporting performance evaluations, coaching or follow-up discussion with real-life context.
• Participates in the review and investigation of occurrence reports; intervenes and develops action plans for actual events and near misses and shares the results with staff.
• Acts as a clinical resource and may assist with education and may dispense education for staff as needed; may be responsible for interviewing, scheduling, expediting patient flow, promoting efficiency within the unit and management of productivity.

Other Functions:

• Consistently upholds the Code of Ethics for Nurses. This framework provides a principled foundation for ethical nursing practice and sound decision-making in complex care environments.
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited/approved school of nursing (Required)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited/approved school of nursing (Preferred).

Experience:

• A minimum of 6 months frontline patient care experience (Required)
• One (1) year of frontline patient care experience (Preferred).

Licensure: Active Kentucky Registered Nurse License or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (Required).

Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (Required)

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (Preferred) unless the role is within a department where it is a mandatory requirement.
• National Nursing Certification in Field of Specialty obtained, if not held at time of hire (Preferred).
• Note: Additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit.

Primary Location:

Med Center I - W Market - ULP - AMG

Address:

515 W Market Street
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose

The Patient Access Representative III is responsible for communicating with patients, physicians and clinical staff in a timely and professional manner both verbally and electronically. As a first point of contact for all VIP patients and providers, the representative will create a positive impression for UofL Health while scheduling patient appointments according to clinic operating standards.

Essential Functions:

• Answers all incoming calls with exceptional customer service with a focus on compassionate patient centered care

• Accurately schedules and reschedules new, return, and referring provider appointments within assigned group or warmly transfer to level II agents

• Effectively utilizes physicians’ template and guidelines using access center technologies

• Determines appropriate physicians for all non-directed referrals

• Fields non-clinical and clinical patient questions or transfer to appropriate clinical parties

• Sets patient’s expectations for their visit ensuring an excellent patient experience

• Calls patients to reschedule appointment when clinic is cancelled

• Reviews incoming website appointment requests and handle in a concierge style manner by acting as one point of contact for our patients in scheduling appointments across the organization in a timely manner

• Retrieves relevant information by effectively using current clinic/hospital software (e.g. Allscripts, Centricity Business), online paging systems and other clinic/hospital systems

Other Functions:

• Regularly monitors guided schedule documents to ensure up to date scheduling compliance

• Adheres to group productivity and quality metrics

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)

Education:

• High school diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)

Experience:

• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience scheduling for multiple physician practices OR equivalent experience working as a Patient Access Representative I in 2+ assigned specialty groups (required)

Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Excellent customer service skills are required

• Must be dependable, professional and a team player

• Ability to adhere to deadlines

• Collaboration & Teamwork – works cooperatively and collaboratively with others toward the accomplishment of shared goals.

• Service Orientation – desire to serve and focus one’s efforts on discovering and meeting the needs of internal and external customers.

• Communication – practices attentive and active listening and can restate opinions of others; communicates messages in a way that has the desired effect.

• Integrity – conducts business with honesty and professional ethics. Seeks to achieve results in the best interest of the organization. Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others.

• Service Excellence – responsive, informs constituents of process, pleasant to work with, educates and provides timely, accurate information

• Organized – manages time effectively, keeps tasks appropriately prioritized

• Flexible – ability to change directions as needed for the good of the department or organization

• Emotional Intelligence – ability to not take issues personal, see the big picture in emotionally charged situations and respond in a mature, professional, composed manner

• Self-Awareness – ability to reflect, understand limitations, and seek appropriate assistance and guidance

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats

• Adequate conversational English is required in order that the individual be able to take direction from management, understand how to complete job tasks, communicate adequately with patients and co-workers as necessary, understand and follow safety guidelines, and organizational policies

Reasoning Ability:

• Able to troubleshoot and solve customer service issues in a professional and timely manner

• Able to think critically to understand a problem or topic by analyzing facts, collecting information, asking thoughtful questions and evaluating possible solutions

Computer Skills:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (email, Word, Excel, etc.)

• Must have the ability to learn and use the electronic documentation system appropriately

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Primary Location:

JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC

Address:

200 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Second Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day

Job Description:

The Sterile Processing supervisor assists in providing the highest quality patient care, by supervising Sterile Processing Technicians in the performance of job duties, and performing job duties of the Sterile Processing Technician when staffing shortage or workload require it. The Sterile Processing supervisor’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to: supervising and instructing Sterile Processing Technicians in the performance of job duties, and daily work area assignments; decontamination, inspection, assembly, packaging, and sterilization of reusable instruments, utensils, trays, carts, and equipment; assembly of case carts; pick-up and delivery of all reusable items to using areas; monitoring of the sterilization process; assisting Sterile Processing Manager as needed; assisting with performance improvement activities for the department. Provides support, training and communication in accordance with Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) Associates of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN), and CDC standards and facilities goals and policies. Maintains, supports and coaches employees as necessary for decontamination, processing, assembly and sterilization processes within all set standards and regulations. Evaluates employee job performance and initiates performance counseling as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Acts as a preceptor for new employees

• Handles problems as they occur; manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to request for service and assistance

• Assigns daily work schedule and coaches technicians on quality errors in the absence of a supervisor

• Monitors workflow, prioritizes work, and adjusts assignments to accommodate need

• Completes performance improvement assignment as assigned and assists with staff competency checks

• Monitors all processing equipment and notify appropriate repair person when a malfunction occurs

• Makes rounds throughout the hospital to deliver sterile and non-sterile instrumentation, supplies and equipment, and to collect contaminated or credit instrumentation, supplies and equipment

• Decontaminates all reusable instruments, sets, utensils, and equipment used throughout the Medical Center complex

• Inspects, assembles, and packages all decontaminated reusable instruments, sets, utensils, and other items for sterilization

• Operates all processing equipment used within the department

• Monitors the sterilization process through mechanical, chemical, and biological indicators

• Supervises and instructs employee’s in performing job duties

• Coaches staff on performance issues that arise in the department and works with SPD Manager on progressive discipline

• Approves vacation requests, creates staffs schedule, and reviews timecards

Other Functions:

• Completes employee evaluations on time

• Ensures all direct reports are compliant with KNOW modules, TB requirement, Flu Shot, etc.

• Answers telephone promptly and assists caller with obtaining items needed

• Procures surgical instrumentation and places into case carts for scheduled and non-scheduled procedures

• Delivers scheduled case carts to the Surgery Department

• Maintains responsibility for returned instrumentation and supplies (if applicable) that is unused, and the integrity of packaging has not been compromised

• Contribute to the efficient operation of the department.

• Performs dispatch, cleaning and decontamination, wrapping and packaging, sterilization and monitoring duties in a safe manner, to prevent injury to self, patients, visitors or other hospital personnel

• Contributes to maintaining supplies and sterile items for use throughout the hospital; keeps department clean, neat, and well organized

• Prioritizes work and focuses on consistent throughput

• Contributes to all official departmental business in a professional manner

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED/ equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Three (3) years of experience in Sterile Processing (required)

Certification:

• Double Certification by a nationally recognized program for Sterile Processing Technicians (i.e. CRCST or CSPDT AND CIS or SIS Certifications) (required)

• CHL or CSPM Certification must be obtained within 12 months from date of hire

Job Competency:

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions

• Knowledge and identification to assemble instrument sets form all surgical areas and other departments.

• Must display an exceptional level of organizational skills and proficient in problem solving and follow through

• Effectively communicates with co-workers and all other hospital personnel

• Able to decontaminate all reusable instruments, sets, and utensils according to acceptable sterile processing standards

• Knowledgeable regarding biological monitoring

• Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect regardless of their status or position

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, gathering relevant data while attending to essential details; checks work for accuracy and quality.

• Must have strong relationship building skills and the ability to make and use connections throughout UofL Health to complete projects and maintain strong partnerships with other departments

• Must have strong initiative and be able to gather and analyze information skillfully and be able to brainstorm alternative resources and directions

• Must be able to break down complex tasks into manageable parts in a systematic, detailed way and considers input from several sources

• Must have great flexibility and the ability to continually look for ways to make appropriate adjustments and changes

• conclusions

• Must have the ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deliver successful results

• Ability to use instrument washer/decontaminator; Sonic washer; Cart washer; Steam sterilizer, Hydrogen peroxide plasma sterilizer

Language Ability:

• Adequate conversational English is required to ensure the individual be able to take direction from management, understand how to complete job tasks, communicate adequately with patients and co-workers as necessary, understand and follow safety guidelines, and organizational policies

• Able to read and interpret written information; to write routine reports and correspondence and to speak effectively to groups of customers or employees of organization

• Ability to write clearly and informatively and to present numerical data effectively

Reasoning Ability:

• Must have ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid

• Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; determines course of action; develops appropriate solutions

Computer Skills:

• Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office programs

• Working knowledge of instrument management system and One Source

• Knowledge of Premier, preferred

• Must have the capacity to learn other relevant systems and databases, as needed

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Primary Location:

JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC

Address:

200 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

About UofL Health:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose

The primary purpose of Sterile Processing is to assist in direct patient care by ensuring the OR staff has correct, fully functional, sterile instrumentation delivered in a timely manner consistent with the highest standards of customer service. Sterile Processing Department (SPD) Techs are asked to perform the four basic departmental functions (decontamination, prep and pack, sterilization, and dispatch) with efficiency, expertise, and accuracy. The SPD Tech will display resourcefulness, determination, courtesy, and professionalism while adhering to the standards and procedures associated with the preparation, sterilization, storage, and delivery of surgical instrumentation per Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) Associates of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN), and CDC guidelines.

Essential Functions:

• Answers telephone promptly and assist caller with obtaining items needed

• Assembles supplies and places into case carts for scheduled and non-scheduled procedures

• Makes rounds throughout the hospital to deliver sterile and non-sterile instrumentation, supplies and equipment, and to pick-up contaminated or credit instrumentation, supplies and equipment

• Delivers scheduled case carts to the Surgery Department

• Inventories and delivers back-up case carts to the Surgery Department and required areas

• Maintains responsibility for returned instrumentation and supplies (if applicable) that is unused, and the integrity of packaging has not been compromised

• Performs cleaning and decontamination duties, working quickly and safely and thoroughly addresses all instrumentation taking into account any unique cleaning demands

• Inspects, assembles, and packages all decontaminated reusable instruments and sets ensuring for cleanliness and functionality of all instrumentation

• Operates all processing equipment used within the department

• Performs sterilization and all associated monitoring activities

• Observes all safety and security procedures; Reports potential unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly

• Assists in keeping the department organized, neat, clean, and fully stocked while providing quality customer service to all customers, including co-workers

Other Functions:

• Performs duties in a safe manner, to prevent injury to self, patients, visitors or other hospital personnel

• Contributes to maintaining supplies and sterile items for use throughout the hospital; keeps department clean, neat, and well organized

• Prioritizes work and focuses on consistent throughput

• Performs dispatch duties

• Contributes to all official departmental business in a professional manner

• Displays behavior that is consistent with a thorough understanding of the SPD Mission, Vision, and Values

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)

Education:

• High school diploma or GED/ equivalent (required)

Experience:

• One (1) year of previous experience in a healthcare setting in a clinical capacity (preferred)

• Previous experience in sterile processing (strongly preferred)

Certification:

• Nationally recognized certification for Sterile Processing required within 12 months of hire date (required)

Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Effectively communicates with co-workers and all other hospital personnel

• Able to decontaminate all reusable instruments, sets, and utensils according to acceptable sterile processing standards

• Knowledgeable regarding biological monitoring

• Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect regardless of their status or position

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, gathering relevant data while attending to essential details; checks work for accuracy and quality.

• Must be able to problem-solve

• Must have strong relationship building skills and the ability to make and use connections throughout UofL Health to complete projects and maintain strong partnerships with other departments

• Must have strong initiative and be able to gather and analyze information skillfully and be able to brainstorm alternative resources and directions

• Must be able to break down complex tasks into manageable parts in a systematic, detailed way and considers input from several sources

• Must have great flexibility and the ability to continually look for ways to make appropriate adjustments and changes

• Ability to use instrument washer/decontaminator; Sonic washer; Cart washer; Steam sterilizer, Hydrogen peroxide plasma sterilizer

Language Ability:

• Adequate conversational English is required to ensure the individual be able to take direction from management, understand how to complete job tasks, communicate adequately with patients and co-workers as necessary, understand and follow safety guidelines, and organizational policies

• Able to write routine reports and correspondence; able to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

Reasoning Ability:

• Must have ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

• Must have the ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deliver successful results

• Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; determines course of action; develops appropriate solutions

Computer Skills:

• Working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office programs

• Able to use instrument management system and One Source

• Must have the capacity to learn other relevant systems and databases, as needed

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Primary Location:

JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC

Address:

200 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Lead Phlebotomist shall assist the Phlebotomy Supervisor by coordinating the daily activities of processors and phlebotomists. The employee shall perform technical work as well as supervisory duties. The primary functions of this position are ensuring phlebotomy collections are performed within established turn-around times and ensuring specimens are processed in a timely manner upon receipt in the Laboratory. The Lead Phlebotomist monitors and distributes daily workload among the phlebotomists and processing workstations. The Lead demonstrates good judgment in routine, day-to-day decisions, makes decisions and takes action, while considering the impact of various options when making decisions. Develops and delivers educational programs for both individuals and groups in both the laboratory and nursing departments. Builds a strong working relationship with internal and/or external customer to meet customer needs. Acts as a role model for AIDET, practicing courteous and professional behavior with co-workers, medical staff, patients, visitors and others. Demonstrates competence in technical, critical thinking and interpersonal skills. Assists the Phlebotomy Supervisor in assuring compliance with Medical Necessity. Supports and promotes the Infection Control and Safety Policies of the Hospital and Laboratory. Supports the core behaviors, standards, values, and missions of the organization and accrediting bodies. The Lead shall assist the Laboratory Supervisor in reviewing and maintaining laboratory standards and policies in accordance with accrediting bodies, including, but not limited to CAP, CDC, CLIA, FACHT, FDA, JCAHO, and HCFA.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates daily activities of the processors and phlebotomists

• Performs technical work as well as lead duties.

• Ensures collections are performed within established times.

• Ensures specimens are processed in a timely manner.

• Teaches phlebotomy classes to laboratory and nursing personnel.

• Performs and maintains time and attendance.

• Monitors staffing needs and distributes daily workload.

• Maintains staffing for call-ins or other unusual circumstances.

• Actively supports and promotes hospital and laboratory Infection Control and Safety policies.

• Assures compliance with Medical Necessity.

• Acts as a role mode of AIDET while supporting the core behaviors, standards, values, and missions of the organization.

• Demonstrates proficient interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrates competency in technical and critical thinking.

• Performs phlebotomy, processing, neonatal collection and reference lab send out, preceptor training

• Reviews, investigates, and responds to customer complaints and deviations to processes

• Submits feedback to the Phlebotomy Supervisor for evaluation of section employees (includes Initial competency and skills assessment/validation).

• Assists in the orientation of new department employees as demonstrated by the completed orientation checklist in the employees’ personnel file.

• Performs direct observation and ensures competency for all department staff.

• Recommends and implements improvements necessary to achieve operational goals and to improve patient outcomes.

• Demonstrates comprehension of all procedures within the department as defined in the Procedure Manuals

• Attends required department or hospital meetings.

• Maintains an adequate supply inventory in the department.

• Serves in a problem-solving role for the department.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Shift Requirements:

Shift Length (in hours): 8 hours

# Shifts/Week: 5

Overtime Required: ☐ Infrequently ☒ Sometimes ☐ Often ☐ n/a (exempt position)

Other Functions:

• Identifies and reports any safety hazards or concerns

• Makes suggestions for improvements of procedures and workflow

• Communicates to staff consistently.

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, standards of work, procedures and standards of conduct

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent. (required)

• Completion of certified phlebotomy program (preferred)

Experience:

• 2 years of phlebotomy experience (required)

• Previous specimen processing experience (required)

Certification:

• Phlebotomy certification (required)

• BLS (required)

Job Competency:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Superior Customer service skills

• Superior Organization skills

• Strong Computer skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Extreme attention to detail

• Superior ability to prioritize work duties

• Skilled at remaining calm during periods of stress

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.

• Must be able to present in front of small and large groups.

Reasoning Ability:

• Able to critically think through complex situations and process improvements.

• Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills.

Computer Skills:

• Computer literate

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Cerner EHR preferred

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Work Environment/Job Activities:

Primary Location:

UofL Hospital - UMC

Address:

530 South Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Other Functions:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

• All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:

UofL Hospital - UMC

Address:

530 South Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) is a competent registered nurse that will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) uses:

• Nursing Practice Competencies to intervene to achieve safe, optimal patient and family centered care health outcomes;
• Leadership Competencies to coordinate patient care and communicate with the care team;
• Professional Profile Competencies to develop professionally as a life-long learner, and
• Practice Outcomes Competencies to evaluate care based on evidence, the UofL Health quality model, and patient safety goals.

The Registered Nurse (Hospital-Based) demonstrates competency caring for complex patients and participates on the care team to improve the quality of care in the clinical area.

Essential Functions:

Under the supervision of a clinical nurse manager, this position will provide nursing care to patients, and:

• Conducts systematic, continuous and comprehensive assessments of patient health status from admission or encounter to discharge across the care continuum to ensure patient safety, collaborating with the healthcare team, patient and family; care addresses all aspects of the individual and family, including age, gender, spiritual, cultural, physical, psychosocial and patient preferences and proactively uses safety surveillance to prevent adverse outcomes
• Independently administers medications per licensure authority, assesses and reassesses the effects of these medications, and documents administration in a timely manner per policies, procedures and regulatory requirements; consistently adheres to patient safety guidelines regarding all aspects of medication administration
• In collaboration with patient and family, plans care using current scientific knowledge, theory, and care standards within the nursing interventions and outcomes framework and national patient safety goals; constructs individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient and family outcomes, as appropriate to the practice setting; incorporates data from the multi-disciplinary care team into the plan of care to assure continuity and appropriate patient teaching
• In collaboration with patient and family, identifies and prioritizes patient problems based on subjective and objective assessment data, patient safety considerations, patient and family goals and preferences, and nursing interventions and the medical plan of care
• Implements nursing care interventions to meet patient and family center health care needs. Demonstrates competent skills, appropriate clinical judgments and chain of command to promote patient safety and reach planned care goals and outcomes
• Competently and consistently assesses, conducts and evaluates the outcomes of patient and family teaching, from admission, or episode of care, to discharge, teaching reflects sensitivity to age, learning needs and cultural background
• Evaluates care by performing regular and systematic reviews of patient /family responses to interventions; revises the multi-disciplinary plan of care in collaboration with other care Team members to promote desired outcomes; recognizes care variances and takes steps to prevent or intervene with potential or real adverse events to promote safe care
• Serves as an advocate for the patient and family, demonstrates respect for their rights, responsibilities, and sensitivity to their preferences; prepares the patient and family for discharge; obtains feedback to promote positive patient satisfaction outcomes
• Works collaboratively, with appropriate monitoring and delegation, with unlicensed assistive healthcare providers, per regulatory and legal requirements, assuring safe patient care delivery

Other Functions:

• Demonstrates professional conduct and appearance and is accountable for actions and outcomes
• Orients new members of the healthcare team as well as supervises students in the performance of assigned duties
• May act in the role of relief charge nurse when the unit need arises
• Maintains professional competency through continuing education, ongoing competency demonstration, licensure and professional activities; demonstrates valuing life-long learning
• Participates in evidence-based practice activities, such as journal clubs, and discusses outcomes of care with colleagues, demonstrating knowledge of care indicators; takes steps to improve care delivery by self and team and remains up-to-date with compliance, regulatory and accreditation standards
• Actively participates as a collaborative member of the healthcare team by communicating constructively using core behavioral standards. Identifies clinical and interdepartmental problems, resolving conflicts appropriately on behalf of the care team and patients; demonstrates ability to give and receive peer review and feedback, incorporating this into his or her practice
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner, striving to avoid wasting hospital resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)

Experience:

• All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)

Licensure:

• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)

Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit

Primary Location:

Address:

Shift:

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The Clinical Assistant provides clinical patient care support in a caring, safe, and efficient manner, under the supervision and delegation of the Registered Nurse. In collaboration with patients and families (as defined by the patient) the Clinical Assistant is responsible for the care of the patient. The Clinical Assistant adheres to and is supportive of the hospital and the department of Nursing mission and philosophy.

Essential Functions:

• Delivers successful service to our internal and external customers by adhering to critical success standards: demonstrating accountability and commitment to quality and safety standards; providing exceptional customer service; and exerting effort to ensure a positive work environment that demonstrates dedication to the hospital’s mission, vision and values
• Performs delegated nursing skills, including but not limited to, activities of daily living, monitoring of patient condition, body mechanics, providing nutritional support and other activities as appropriate to clinical service, in accordance with hospital standards, nursing standards of care, and policies and procedures
• May perform skills, within scope of practice for unlicensed assistive personnel. These skills include, but are not limited to, the collection of specimens, use of specialized equipment, restraint monitoring and patient elimination procedures. Communicates performance of these skills to the patient’s Registered Nurse and other members of the healthcare team
• Performs functional assignments per unit standards of care, including such activities as patient admission and discharge procedures, unit environmental organizational tasks, and others as appropriate to service
• Performs and documents point-of-care testing, patient mobility and exercise, comfort, rest, sleep and care needs, patient hygiene, grooming, dressing, skincare, dietary, toileting and elimination needs
• Assists with transport
• Performs clerical duties; use of a fax machine, computers, medical transcription, telephone, and copy machines may be required
  Demonstrates appropriate emergency and patient safety procedures, including management of safety devices and equipment.  Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with hospital standards

Other Functions:

• Participates in training, development and continuing education activities to improve role functioning Responsible for knowing and demonstrating National Patient Safety standards.  Participates in department-based activities and initiatives to improve and ensure a safe environment
• Participates in performance improvement activities; quality improvement and patient safety activities; assists in maintaining compliance with Joint Commission accreditation and other internal and external regulatory standards including the code of conduct

• Communicates effectively with members of the health care team, patients and families, often under stress or emergency situations
• Assists other members of the nursing care team and/or other disciplines
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Experience in healthcare setting (preferred)

Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
• State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (preferred)

Primary Location:

Jewish Hospital

Address:

200 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Third Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose

The Phlebotomist shall have a thorough knowledge and proficiency in techniques of blood collection and processing of specimens. The Phlebotomist shall be responsible for appropriate clerical and computer documentation associated with specimen collection and processing requirements. The employee shall actively support the Infection Control and Safety policies of the Hospital and laboratory. The phlebotomist shall use good judgment, with attention to details that may impact patient care. The employee shall demonstrate competency in technical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills. He/she will practice AIDET and interact courteously and professionally with co-workers, medical staff patients, visitors and others. The phlebotomist shall respect the patient’s right to confidentiality. The employee may work with adult, geriatric, adolescent, newborn and neonatal infants and occasionally pediatric patients to provide Clinical Laboratory service.

Essential Functions:

• Performs phlebotomy procedures accurately and within established turn-around times.

• Recognizes abnormal, unexpected situations and investigates prior to delivering specimen to the testing area.

• Transports specimens to the laboratory in a timely manner.

• Answers phone calls and provides information in a courteous and professional manner

• Monitors specimen integrity.

• Processes specimens properly and in a timely manner.

• Assures documentation for medical necessity.

• Follow standards of safety dictated by the laboratory, the hospital and regulatory agencies.

• Contributes to the efficient operation of the laboratory.

• Participates in continuing education programs for the upgrade of educational experience.

• Performs AIDET

• Performs other duties as assigned by laboratory leadership.

Other Functions:

• Identifies and reports any safety hazards or concerns

• Makes suggestions for improvements of policies and procedures

• Performs teaching and training duties of position to other staff and potential employees

• Develops and assists in writing training guides and standard work documents

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent. (required)

• Completion of certified phlebotomy program (preferred)

Experience:

• Completion of a phlebotomy externship through certified phlebotomy program or one year of phlebotomy experience (preferred)

Certification:

• CPR certification (required)

• Phlebotomy certification (preferred)

Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Excellent Customer service skills

• Strong Organization skills

• Strong Computer skills

• Strong communication skills

• Extreme attention to detail

• Strong ability to prioritize work duties

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.

Reasoning Ability:

• Able to critically think through complex patient situations and process improvements.

• Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills.

Computer Skills:

• Strong computer skills.

• Experience with Cerner HER preferred

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Primary Location:

UofL Hospital - UMC

Address:

530 South Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

About UofL Health:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

Position Summary and Purpose

Performs clerical duties on the unit under the direction of the Licensed Nursing Personnel. Applies proper and professional communication skills between personnel within the department and to other departments in relationship to patient care. Presents a personable and professional attitude to physicians, patients, families, visitors, and co-workers. Provides clinical patient care support in a caring, safe, efficient manner, under the direction of an RN. Performs other functions including phlebotomy, EKG lead placement, and respiratory functions. This employee adheres to the values of patient and family centered care.

Essential Functions:

• Transcribes and computes physician orders, department orders and messages accurately. Writes legibly and transcribes orders accurately

• Assembles patient medical records and maintains proper order of records within the chart

• Sets up admission charts and disassembles discharged and transferred charts, checking for completeness

• Handles desk communications properly and promptly, including responding immediately to intercom, pages and routing of messages to appropriate person

• Replaces forms as necessary in patient medical records

• Routes requests for patient information to nurse promptly and accurately

• Communicates physician orders to responsible nurse.

• Collects required unit data

• Measures and documents intake and output, heights and weights, and vital signs

• Applies, monitors, and documents restraint usage

• Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens

• Performs and documents point-of-care testing

• Performs and documents patient mobility and exercise, and comfort, rest, and sleep care needs

• Performs and documents patient hygiene, grooming, and dressing, skin and nail care, dietary, and toileting and elimination needs

Other Functions:

• Organizes equipment and supplies

• Completes bedmaking and cleaning assignments on the unit

• Performs and documents perineal care, and applies unsterile hot/cold packs/compresses, bandages, and elastic stockings

• Safely and correctly operates equipment (i.e. beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, hypo/hyperthermia unit, mechanical lifts, bed scales)

• Presents a pleasant, courteous, effective manner with telephone conversations and interactions with others

• Orders stock; maintains and enters charged items at the end of the shift according to procedure

• Orients new personnel in desk orientation

• Assists with admitting, physical examination, transferring, and discharging patients

• Transports patients, lab work, specimens, and blood

• Adheres to Universal precaution, infection control, OSHA, and other regulatory policies and procedures. Maintains safe work practices and follows facility safety procedures

• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct

• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times

• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Job Requirements (Education, Experience, Licensure and Certification)

Education:

• High school diploma or GED/Equivalent (required)

• Completion of a recognized Clinical Assistant. Medical Assistant or EMT Training Program or Nursing Students who have completed Fundamentals of Nursing Course from an accredited school of nursing (preferred)

Certification:

• Basic Life Support (through AHA) (required)

• Certification as a Nursing Assistant (C.N.A), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). (preferred)

• Current and in good standing with state licensing board or be enrolled in an accredited school of nursing with completion of Fundamentals of Nursing Course. (LPN’s may apply.) (preferred)

Job Competency: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role:

• Initiative, communicator, problem solver

• Proactive - anticipates and plans for problems before they arise

• Service Excellence – responsive, informs constituents of process, pleasant to work with, educates and provides timely, accurate information

• Organized – manages time effectively, keeps tasks appropriately prioritized

• Flexible – ability to change directions as needed for the good of the department or organization

• Critical Thinking – ability to think through issues and identify appropriate options

• Work Ethics – motivated, diligent, industrious and persistent in the workplace, stays on tasks to completion, works at a fast pace to ensure optimal efficiency

• Interpersonal – can build effective, strong working relationships with employees, colleagues, management and vendors through trust, communication, and credibility

• Team – ability to work with others, serve others, help others, lead others, mentor others, take directions from others in the interest of moving process and programs forward to the desired outcome

Language Ability:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats

Reasoning Ability:

• Able to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence-based practice

• Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills

Computer Skills:

• Must have the ability to learn and use the electronic documentation system appropriately

• Must have the capacity to learn other relevant systems and databases, as needed

Additional Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times

• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times

• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines

• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members

• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community

UofL Health Core Expectation:

At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by:

• Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit

• Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve

• Working together as a team to achieve our goals

• Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback

• Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve

• Using our resources wisely

• Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health

Primary Location:

JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC

Address:

200 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

Third Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.

With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

Job Description:

The MRI Technologist operates a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. The MRI Technologist maintains knowledge and awareness high magnetic field strength safety. The MRI Technologist will prepare and administer contrast media in accordance with hospital policy and procedure as well as state and federal regulations. The employee obtains patient history and screening forms, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns. Responsible for maintaining patient record and files and performs quality assurance on magnetic resonance scanner, as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Performs procedures to ensure quality patient care in accordance with Radiologist’s expectations and protocols
• Ensures compliance with the National Patient Safety goals
• Supports and reports any identified compliance matters
• Participates in hospital and department quality assurance programs to ensure safety and satisfaction
• Uses standard precautions, including PPE, at all time
• Contributes to the efficient operation and monitoring of the department and utilizes our resources efficiently

Other Functions:

• Maintains professional development and education for technical competency
• Maintains regulatory compliance and licensure for current position
• Attends all UofL Health required educational programs and completes all KNOW modules
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of MR Radiologic Technology (required)

Experience:

• Previous experience in MRI (preferred)

Licensure:

• Valid Kentucky Radiation Operator’s License (strongly preferred)

Certification:

• Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) within 2 year of employment or transferring into position
• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 days of employment (required)