Job Description: Registered Nurse (RN) OB Clinic Registered Nurse Job Summary: The RN functions under the supervision and guidance of the Nursing Director or provider and participates in the multi-disciplinary process of providing care and treatment to patients and providers clinical support and technical assistance to the professional medical and other staff. Provides the highest attainable quality of emotional, social, and spiritual needs are assessed and met during any stage of illness. Registered Nurse Shift Availability: Full Time Registered Nurse Benefits: Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Flex Spending Account/Dependent Care Spending Account 403 (b) Retirement Plan- up to 4% employer contribution Earned Time Off Extended Illness Bank-Hospital contribution Life Insurance- Employer Paid Long-Term Disability/ Short-Term Disability-Employer paid Voluntary Life & AD&D Free 24-hour fitness center Hospital Indemnity MASA- Medical Transportation Solutions Registered Nurse Essential Functions/Accountabilities: Consistent patient centered. Knowledgeable of the scope of practice for all nursing disciplines as described by the Nursing Practice Act. Demonstrates the ability to effectively organize and prioritize work and utilize available resources to assist with efficient patient flow in the clinic. Demonstrates understanding of appropriate nurse to provider ratios, skill levels, and cost effectiveness strategies. Actively assists with routine clinic tasks. Utilizes established methods to ensure consistency in maintaining emergency supplies, stock medications, immunizations, forms, etc. Assists in the orientation and education of new nursing employees. Utilizes the health center Performance Improvement processes in identifying the center needs related to any aspect of patient care and customer service. Demonstrates flexibility in work roles and schedules to meet the changing needs of the center. Maintains awareness of new information applicable to job, i.e., policies meeting minutes, procedures, memos, and protocols. Utilizes slow time constructively. Maintains confidentiality of patients and staff. Knowledgeable of and follows all established Infection Control guidelines and OSHA standards. Assists triage patients on-site and via telephone. Documents all provider orders, nursing actions, and interventions on patient record consistent with organizational policies. Provides skilled nursing care as demonstrated by safely and accurately performing technical skills and the safe, accurate administration of medications, IV fluids, and immunizations. Registered Nurse Qualifications: Education/ Licensure/ Certifications: Active RN license/associate's degree in nursing BLS verification within 6 months of hiring Registered Nurse Experience: Minimum: 1-2 years clinic experience preferred We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Description Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) OB Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse Job Summary: The LPN functions and participates in the multi-disciplinary process of providing care and treatment to patients and providers clinical support and technical assistance to the professional medical and other staff. Provides the highest attainable quality of individualized nursing care for each patient to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment in which the patient’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs are assessed and met during any stage of illness. Licensed Practical Nurse Shift Availability: Full Time Days Licensed Practical Nurse Benefits: Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Flex Spending Account/Dependent Care Spending Account 403 (b) Retirement Plan- up to 4% employer contribution Earned Time Off Extended Illness Bank-Hospital contribution Life Insurance- Employer Paid Long-Term Disability/ Short-Term Disability-Employer paid Voluntary Life & AD&D Free 24-hour fitness center Hospital Indemnity MASA- Medical Transportation Solutions Licensed Practical Nurse Position Responsibilities: Consistent patient centered; caring disposition is a must for this position Knowledgeable of the scope of practice for all nursing disciplines as described by the Nursing Practice Act Demonstrates the ability to effectively organize and prioritize work and utilize available resources to assist with efficient patient flow in the clinic Demonstrates understanding of appropriate nurse to provider ratios, skill levels, and cost effectiveness strategies Actively assists with routine clinic tasks. Utilizes established methods to ensure consistency in maintaining emergency supplies, stock medications, immunizations, forms, sterile instrument inventory, equipment, and appropriate exam room inventory, etc. Assists in the orientation and education of new nursing employees Utilizes the health center Performance Improvement processes in identifying the center needs related to any aspect of patient care and customer service Demonstrates flexibility in work roles and schedules to meet the changing needs of the center Maintains awareness of new information applicable to job, i.e. policies, meeting minutes, procedures, memos, and protocols Utilizes slow time constructively to enhance center operations and assists other departments when time and workload permits Maintains professional appearance; follows established dress code Promptly informs supervisor of real or potential clinic problems Maintains confidentiality of patients and staff Ability to identify own areas of needed improvement and formulates goals to work toward. Utilizes appropriate methods to deal with stressful situations Understands and supports organizational goals Meets work schedules, fulfills responsibilities and commitments, i.e. attendance, punctuality, dependability, initiative, productivity and efficiency. Direct and Indirect Patient Care / Clinic Responsibilities: Follows protocol and perform accurate and thorough workups and check-ins of all patients Accurately assesses current status as well as preventive health status and communicates needs to provider Assists with patient education based on assessment of patient needs and clinic standards of nursing care and documents in patient record Provides skilled nursing care as demonstrated by safely and accurately performing technical skills (sterile dressings, EKGs, pulmonary treatments, etc.) and the safe, accurate administration of medications, IV fluids, and immunizations Anticipates the needs of providers related to patient visits, and assists providers with patient care Assumes role of advocate to ensure health needs are met including responding to patient phone messages and requests in a timely and professional manner Documents all provider orders, nursing actions, and interventions on patient record consistent with organizational policies Assists with triage patients on-site and via telephone for appropriateness and timeliness of care per provider preference Knowledgeable of and follows all established Infection Control guidelines and OSHA standards and participates in staff training events Performs proper handling and labeling of all test samples according to organizational policies Keeps patients/families informed of situations that affect patient's clinic visit; i.e. extended waiting times, seeing provider other than originally scheduled, etc. Able to perform effectively and appropriately in emergency situations Performs other duties as assigned or requested Licensed Practical Nurse Qualifications: Education: Minimum Required: Completion of a LPN / LVN accredited program Experience: Minimum Required: Minimal/No Experience; Preferred: One to two years of experience Licensed Practical Nurse Skills: Good communication skills Good organizational and time management skills Computer skills related to word and outlook. Licensure/Certification: Current LPN license in the state of Kansas BLS verification within 6 months of hiring Age Specific Skills: Age of Patient Population Served: Infant (29 days-less than 1 year) Pediatric (1-12 years) Adolescent (13-17 years) Adult (18-64 years) Geriatric (65 years and older) Hazardous Working Conditions: OSHA Category 1: Tasks that involve exposure to bloody, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials. Environmental Surroundings: Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians. Physical Working Conditions: Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs). Examples: Nurses, LPNs, and physical therapists. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Description: Infection Control Nurse Infection Control Nurse Job Summary: Oversight of all infection control and prevention related activities within the organization. Performs infection prevention risk assessments and surveillance to comply with regulating agencies. Infection Control Nurse Shift Availability: Full Time Day Shift Infection Control Nurse Benefits: Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Flex Spending Account/Dependent Care Spending Account 403 (b) Retirement Plan- up to 4% employer contribution Earned Time Off Life Insurance- Employer Paid Long-Term Disability/ Short-Term Disability-Employer paid Voluntary Life & AD&D Free 24-hour fitness center Hospital Indemnity MASA- Medical Transportation Solutions Infection Control Nurse Essential Accountabilities: Will be required to establish and implement infection control orientation programs. Responsible for policies and procedures within the organization related to infection control. Ensures compliance with state and federal requirements. Coordinates the development and implementation of annual PPE training. Develops and leads training sessions (infection control, protective equipment) Use epidemiological principles and statistical methods to design, implement and evaluate infection prevention and control strategies. Conducts OSHA risk assessments at least annually and as needed with consideration of served populations, regional vulnerabilities, relevant statistical data, and new and emerging infectious diseases along with Employee Health Provider. Notify the County and/or State Health Department of any reportable diseases, adhering to all internal county and state procedures. Develop and implement continuously improved patient care procedures and control mechanisms relating to quality, compliance, and infectious diseases. Participate in infection prevent and control education of all employees during orientation and annually. Ensure the infection prevention and control procedures meet CMS, county and state, CDC regulations. Organize Infection Prevention and Control Committee meetings and maintain all meeting minutes. Completes infection prevention surveillance activities for the facility. Infection Control Nurse Department Specific Accountabilities: Assist with annual reviews of quality performance. Report data as required by CMS and NHSN guidelines. Conduct surveillance of McPherson Center for Health patients Lead & coordinate Infection Control QAPI activities for McPherson Center for Health Lead & coordinate Infection Control Committee meetings Participates in McPherson Center for Health committees (i.e., Antimicrobial Stewardship, QAPI, Safety, etc.) Infection Control Nurse Qualifications: Education: Associates or Bachelors degree in Nursing Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in healthcare, preferred experience as an infection control nurse Skills: Nursing, Teaching/Training skills License/ Certification: Licensed Registered Nurse Infection Control Nurse Physical Working Conditions: Sitting- 50% of the time Walking/standing- 50% of the time We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Description: Registered Nurse Emergency Department Registered Nurse Job Summary: Evaluate, plan, implement and document nursing care provided to all patients served. Function within the Kansas Nurse Practice Act to deliver comprehensive holistic nursing care to patients served. Registered Nurse Shift Availability: Full Time Nights: 7p-7a May be eligible for $15,000 Sign on Bonus Registered Nurse Benefits: Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Flex Spending Account/Dependent Care Spending Account 403 (b) Retirement Plan- up to 4% employer contribution Earned Time Off Extended Illness Bank-Hospital contribution Life Insurance- Employer Paid Long-Term Disability/ Short-Term Disability-Employer paid Voluntary Life & AD&D Free 24-hour fitness center Hospital Indemnity MASA- Medical Transportation Solutions Registered Nurse Essential Functions/Accountabilities: Works in the Emergency Department/Trauma Care environment. Works as a team member in a multi-disciplinary approach to manage the workload and patient volumes. Principal Accountabilities: Assess patient understanding of plan of care to better facilitate education opportunities and materials during hospital care working toward discharge. Follows established protocols for narcotic and other medication or treatment administration ensuring the five (5) rights of medication administration are met. Communicates pertinent information related to patient’s condition to inform physicians, additional staff nurses, and/or ancillary departments of patient needs and/or plan of care/treatment. Documents concerns, findings, and actions, implementing appropriate plan of care related to patient’s diagnosis for continuity of care. Assess patient’s condition continuously monitoring changes in status physical findings, vital signs, and coping skills ensuring appropriate care is given related to patient needs. Department Specific Accountabilities: Maintain a current knowledge of care and procedures for the emergency and trauma patient including an understanding of facility policies, and state and federal laws to provide optimal care for the patient. Practices time management to optimize completion of multiple tasks accurately and consistently within a fast-paced, critical-care environment. Demonstrates the ability to provide a medical screening evaluation and triage appropriately. Utilizes active listening skills to communicate with physicians, multi-disciplinary team members, patients and significant others involved in patient’s care. Effective communication at all times optimizes delivery of holistic approach to care. Demonstrates the ability to recognize cardiac rhythms and provide advance cardiac care to patients. Demonstrates knowledge of medications relevant to the emergency/trauma and critical care environment including the required monitoring to assure safe nursing practice. Prepared to respond to emergency situations within the department and responds to in-house or campus emergencies such as code blue situations and to act as the team leader following standard ACLS, PALS, and TNCC protocols. Other Job Accountabilities: Provide indirect patient care by maintaining an environment (inclusive of all aspects of care environment, patient treatment rooms, and equipment) that demonstrates immediate readiness for treatment/care of the emergency or trauma patient. Active participation in the professional development of self and team members. Registered Nurse Education: Minimum: Associate degree Applied Science in Nursing (two-year program) or equivalent formal training program. Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree (BSN) Registered Nurse Experience: Minimum: 6 months to one year of Medical/Surgical experience Preferred: At least two years of Medical/Surgical or critical care experience Registered Nurse Licenses/Certifications: Licensed in the State of Kansas as a Registered Nurse in good standing. ACLS, PALS, and TNCC verified within 6 months of hiring. Registered Nurse Knowledge/Skills: Exceptional communication skills Exceptional organization and time management skills Computer skills related to Word, Excel, and Outlook We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Job Description Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse Job Summary: The LPN functions and participates in the multi-disciplinary process of providing care and treatment to patients and providers clinical support and technical assistance to the professional medical and other staff. Provides the highest attainable quality of individualized nursing care for each patient to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment in which the patient’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs are assessed and met during any stage of illness. Licensed Practical Nurse Shift Availability: Full Time Days Licensed Practical Nurse Benefits: Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance Health Savings Account Flex Spending Account/Dependent Care Spending Account 403 (b) Retirement Plan- up to 4% employer contribution Earned Time Off Extended Illness Bank-Hospital contribution Life Insurance- Employer Paid Long-Term Disability/ Short-Term Disability-Employer paid Voluntary Life & AD&D Free 24-hour fitness center Hospital Indemnity MASA- Medical Transportation Solutions Licensed Practical Nurse Position Responsibilities: Consistent patient centered; caring disposition is a must for this position Knowledgeable of the scope of practice for all nursing disciplines as described by the Nursing Practice Act Demonstrates the ability to effectively organize and prioritize work and utilize available resources to assist with efficient patient flow in the clinic Demonstrates understanding of appropriate nurse to provider ratios, skill levels, and cost effectiveness strategies Actively assists with routine clinic tasks. Utilizes established methods to ensure consistency in maintaining emergency supplies, stock medications, immunizations, forms, sterile instrument inventory, equipment, and appropriate exam room inventory, etc. Assists in the orientation and education of new nursing employees Utilizes the health center Performance Improvement processes in identifying the center needs related to any aspect of patient care and customer service Demonstrates flexibility in work roles and schedules to meet the changing needs of the center Maintains awareness of new information applicable to job, i.e. policies, meeting minutes, procedures, memos, and protocols Utilizes slow time constructively to enhance center operations and assists other departments when time and workload permits Maintains professional appearance; follows established dress code Promptly informs supervisor of real or potential clinic problems Maintains confidentiality of patients and staff Ability to identify own areas of needed improvement and formulates goals to work toward. Utilizes appropriate methods to deal with stressful situations Understands and supports organizational goals Meets work schedules, fulfills responsibilities and commitments, i.e. attendance, punctuality, dependability, initiative, productivity and efficiency. Direct and Indirect Patient Care / Clinic Responsibilities: Follows protocol and perform accurate and thorough workups and check-ins of all patients Accurately assesses current status as well as preventive health status and communicates needs to provider Assists with patient education based on assessment of patient needs and clinic standards of nursing care and documents in patient record Provides skilled nursing care as demonstrated by safely and accurately performing technical skills (sterile dressings, EKGs, pulmonary treatments, etc.) and the safe, accurate administration of medications, IV fluids, and immunizations Anticipates the needs of providers related to patient visits, and assists providers with patient care Assumes role of advocate to ensure health needs are met including responding to patient phone messages and requests in a timely and professional manner Documents all provider orders, nursing actions, and interventions on patient record consistent with organizational policies Assists with triage patients on-site and via telephone for appropriateness and timeliness of care per provider preference Knowledgeable of and follows all established Infection Control guidelines and OSHA standards and participates in staff training events Performs proper handling and labeling of all test samples according to organizational policies Keeps patients/families informed of situations that affect patient's clinic visit; i.e. extended waiting times, seeing provider other than originally scheduled, etc. Able to perform effectively and appropriately in emergency situations Performs other duties as assigned or requested Licensed Practical Nurse Qualifications: Education: Minimum Required: Completion of a LPN / LVN accredited program Experience: Minimum Required: Minimal/No Experience; Preferred: One to two years of experience Licensed Practical Nurse Skills: Good communication skills Good organizational and time management skills Computer skills related to word and outlook. Licensure/Certification: Current LPN license in the state of Kansas BLS verification within 6 months of hiring Age Specific Skills: Age of Patient Population Served: Infant (29 days-less than 1 year) Pediatric (1-12 years) Adolescent (13-17 years) Adult (18-64 years) Geriatric (65 years and older) Hazardous Working Conditions: OSHA Category 1: Tasks that involve exposure to bloody, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials. Environmental Surroundings: Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians. Physical Working Conditions: Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs). Examples: Nurses, LPNs, and physical therapists. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
