Norton Sound Health Corporation Nursing Jobs and Careers

Certified Medical Assistant - PCC

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$34.25 - $43.80 / hour

Certified Medical Assistant in Primary Care Purpose of Position: Provide patient and family focused care in accordance with NSHC’s policies and procedures while applying standards for professional Certified Medical Assistant practice in the outpatient setting. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules. Essential Functions: Intake patients by obtaining vital signs, verifying allergies and all medications that the patient is currently taking, documenting chief complaints before the patient is seen by the physician Obtain laboratory results for review by the physician, setting up and assisting with procedures, and entering labs as ordered Perform various injections such as intradurmal, intramuscular, and subcutaneous, and phlebotomy as ordered Administer oxygen therapy by nasal cannula or face mask as ordered by the physician Perform electrocardiograms, suture removal and wound care, patient education and assist with minor surgery Ensure patient follow-up care and scheduling of appointments Prepare and stock examination rooms Perform other duties as assigned Personal Traits: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others. Required Knowledge: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software. Job Specific knowledge is listed below: Basic vital signs Set up for general procedures (such as pap smears and wound care) Required Skills and Abilities: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality. Job specific skills and abilities are listed below: Above average customer service skills Ability to manage multiple priorities Minimum Requirements Education Degree Program Associate of Science degree or Technical School Experience General (Non-supervisory) Supervisory Amount: Minimum of 3 months doctor’s office and/or clinical experience is required, one year preferred 0 (years) Type: Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated. Credentials Licensure, Certification, Etc. Nationally registered or licensed as a Certified Medical Assistant; BLSCertification Physical Requirements: ∙Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment ∙Sit less than half the workday ∙Stand and/or walk more than half the workday ∙Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach ∙View electronic monitors for prolonged periods of time ∙Lift or carry unaided less than 25 pounds ∙Push or pull using up to moderate force ∙See and hear with normal acuity Working Conditions: ∙Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazrd or other harmful substances ∙Minimal travel is required (less than 25% of the time)

CNA

Full-time

5 days ago

Certified Nursing Assistant - ED

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$34.25 - $43.80 / year

Certified Nursing Assistant Purpose of Position: Assist professional nursing staff by performing simple treatments and related bedside patient care as well as transporting patients and performing some clerical duties. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules. Essential Functions: Provide for comfort and well-being of patients by performing basic nursing duties such as transportation within the facility Assist patients in dressing or undressing, bathing, or eating Aid physicians and nursing staff members with procedures if needed Collect non-invasive body fluid specimens or gather vital signs Document patient interactions as needed Perform duties of an administrative assistant or a unit clerk when assigned Perform other duties as assigned Personal Traits: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others. Required Knowledge: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software. Job Specific knowledge is listed below: Knowledge of patient care principles, practices, standards and techniques (including proper lifting, assistance with walking, etc.) Knowledge of documentation requirements for specific fields/records Required Skills and Abilities: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered on a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality. Job specific skills and abilities are listed below: Above average communication skills Problem solving and critical thinking skills Interpersonal skills and teamwork Minimum Requirements Education Degree Program High School Diploma or equivalent Experience General (Non-supervisory) Supervisory Amount: 2 year(s) of medical experience 0 (years) Type: Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated. Credentials Licensure, Certification, Etc. Alaska State Licensure as a Nursing Assistant Physical Requirements: ∙Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment ∙Sit less than half the workday ∙Stand and/or walk more than half the workday ∙Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach ∙Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks consistently for more than one hour at a time ∙Lift or carry unaided up to 50 pounds ∙Push or pull using up to moderate force ∙See and hear with normal acuity Working Conditions: ∙Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazrd or other harmful substances ∙Minimal travel is required (less than 25% of the time)

CNA

Full-time

5 days ago

Certified Nursing Assistant - ED

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$34.25 - $43.80 / year

Certified Nursing Assistant Purpose of Position: Assist professional nursing staff by performing simple treatments and related bedside patient care as well as transporting patients and performing some clerical duties. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules. Essential Functions: Provide for comfort and well-being of patients by performing basic nursing duties such as transportation within the facility Assist patients in dressing or undressing, bathing, or eating Aid physicians and nursing staff members with procedures if needed Collect non-invasive body fluid specimens or gather vital signs Document patient interactions as needed Perform duties of an administrative assistant or a unit clerk when assigned Perform other duties as assigned Personal Traits: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others. Required Knowledge: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software. Job Specific knowledge is listed below: Knowledge of patient care principles, practices, standards and techniques (including proper lifting, assistance with walking, etc.) Knowledge of documentation requirements for specific fields/records Required Skills and Abilities: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered on a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality. Job specific skills and abilities are listed below: Above average communication skills Problem solving and critical thinking skills Interpersonal skills and teamwork Minimum Requirements Education Degree Program High School Diploma or equivalent Experience General (Non-supervisory) Supervisory Amount: 2 year(s) of medical experience 0 (years) Type: Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated. Credentials Licensure, Certification, Etc. Alaska State Licensure as a Nursing Assistant Physical Requirements: ∙Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment ∙Sit less than half the workday ∙Stand and/or walk more than half the workday ∙Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach ∙Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks consistently for more than one hour at a time ∙Lift or carry unaided up to 50 pounds ∙Push or pull using up to moderate force ∙See and hear with normal acuity Working Conditions: ∙Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazrd or other harmful substances ∙Minimal travel is required (less than 25% of the time)

Registered Nurse

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$48.13 - $62.25 / year

Registered Nurse Purpose of Position: Assess, plan, coordinate and render skilled nursing care to patients while applying standards for professional nursing practice. Provide care ranging from non-urgent to life threatening, including but not limited to, medical illness, trauma care, pediatric care, gerontological care, injury prevention, women’s health, mental health issues and life- and limb-saving measures. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules. Essential Functions: Utilize nursing processes to care for health care consumers of all ages. Carry out patient assessments, diagnoses, planning, and implementation of interventions, evaluating the patients’ responses to the interventions including emotional, social and safety needs. Assist physicians during examinations and procedures. Perform various patient tests and administer medications as prescribed by the physician. Triage, prioritize, and assist in the stabilization, resuscitation, crisis intervention and/or emergency preparedness of the consumer. Perform other duties as assigned. Personal Traits: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration for others. Required Knowledge: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software. Job Specific knowledge is listed below: Knowledge of general patient care with an emphisis in emergency medicine Knowledge of documentation requirements for specific fields/records Required Skills and Abilities: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality. Job specific skills and abilities are listed below: Communication skills Ability to work independently with little or no supervision Problem solving and critical thinking skills Interpersonal skills and teamwork Minimum Requirements Education Degree Program Associate’s Degree Nursing Experience General (non-supervisory) Supervisory Amount: 3-5 year(s) working as a Registered Nurse 0 (years) Type: Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated. Credentials Licensure, Certification, etc. Alaska RN License, BLS, ACLS PALS within one year of hire; TNCC preferred Physical Requirements: ∙Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment ∙Sit less than half the workday ∙Stand and/or walk more than half the workday ∙Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach ∙Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks ∙Lift or carry unaided 25 to 50 pounds ∙Push or pull using more than moderate force ∙See and hear with normal acuity Working Conditions: ∙Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazard or other harmful substances ∙No travel required

Licensed Practical Nurse - QCC

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$39.20 - $50.39 / year

Licensed Practical Nurse Purpose of Position: Working in a team, under the oversight of an RN, provide a variety of patient care duties including, but not limited to, passing medicine, vital sign assessment, observation, patient/family teaching, and record keeping that is focused on the comfort and health of the patients in the outpatient clinic or long term care units. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules. Essential Functions: Assist with data collection for patients, including medical history, according to established guidelines and report any significant change in patient condition Perform patient screening for vital signs, specimens, preventive health measures, immunizations and patient safety Implement physician orders according to establish policy and procedures and pharmacy guidelines Administer prescribed medications adhering to LPN scope of practice as outlined in State of Alaska Board of Nursing Perform nursing procedures to include but not limited to, wound treatment, EKGs, foley insertions, and patient education Assist medical staff, team leaders and co-workers to provide an interdisciplinary approach to patient care Perform other duties as assigned Personal Traits: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others. Required Knowledge: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software. Job Specific knowledge is listed below: Knolwedge of general patient care activities Knowledge of documentation requirements for specific fields/records Required Skills and Abilities: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality. Job specific skills and abilities are listed below: Communication skills and interpersonal relationships Problem solving and critical thinking skills Ability to foster teamwork Minimum Requirements Education Degree Program Accredited post-secondary program Nursing Experience General (Non-supervisory) Supervisory Amount: 0 year(s) 0 (years) Type: Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated. Credentials Licensure, Certification, Etc. Alaska Practical Nursing License, Basic Life Support (ACLS; PALS needed for PCC, AC and ED positions) Physical Requirements: ∙Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment ∙Sit less than half the workday ∙Stand and/or walk more than half the workday ∙Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach ∙Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks ∙Lift or carry unaided 25 to 50 pounds ∙Push or pull using more than moderate force ∙See and hear with normal acuity Working Conditions: ∙Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazard or other harmful substances ∙No travel required