Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.We are now hiring a Full Time Registered Nurse in Santa Fe, NM. The Registered Nurse delivers care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. This person will interact with individuals, significant others, and health team members while maintaining the standards of professional nursing.Starting Salary: $85,000Responsibilities
Provide treatment and health care procedures ordered by a physician and required by the standards of professional practice or law
Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per their Individual Support Plan (ISP)
Advise supervisor of all concerns and issues related to the provision of nursing services
Create and distribute medical/health reports detailing general health, health care goals, and physician recommendations
Conduct programmatic trainings including medication administration and delegation
Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments
Train employees on the medical needs of assigned individuals
Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and refer for medical services as needed
Monitor the use of medications through medication administration logs
Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Employee must cooperate with the license and department staff in any inspection, inquiry, or investigation
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nursing field
Minimum of one year of experience providing nursing services to individuals with disabilities
Valid R.N. license
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Understanding and commitment to community-based support for persons with disabilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Primary Care Solutions provides industry-leading Primary Care services to Veterans. Veteran-led and clinician-managed, we deliver compassionate, expert medical care, establishing personal bonds with our Veterans in our Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC’s). We have consistently achieved high marks from the VA in our CBOC’s, and we are excited to discover first-rate colleagues to join our group. RESPONSIBILITIES: As a Registered Nurse with Primary Care Solutions, you will enjoy the privilege of providing healthcare of the highest quality to America’s Veterans as part of a Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) and will have an active role in developing and implementing a patient care plan. Office hours are Mon - Fri 8:00am to 4:30pm. This is a Full-Time position onsite. (no remote options) Assist practitioners with patient care and practice specialized nursing skills in patient assessment Triage urgent/emergent same-day patients for the team. Identifying acute patient needs and high acuity patients, identifying Veterans at risk for uncoordinated care, and mobilizing a care team for optimal patient outcomes Provide support by assisting our patients in navigating and coordinating their care Participate in a daily team huddle Answer and returns patient telephone calls, messages and alerts Provide patient and family education focused on self-management, prevention, and wellness Monitor discharge list and contact patients for follow up Establish and maintain a warm, welcoming, and professional atmosphere for our colleagues and veterans, ensuring needs and expectations are consistently met Promote achievement of clinical goals and metrics JOB REQUIREMENTS: 1 year of Primary Care and/or Chronic Disease Management experience Current, active, and unrestricted state Nursing License Current BLS for providers from the American Heart Association (to be renewed annually) Strong computer skills, including EMR experience. BENEFITS SUMMARY: 401(k) Medical/Vision/Prescription/Dental Plans Life Insurance/Disability Paid Time Off/Federal Holidays Colleague Referral Bonus Program This job requires access to confidential and sensitive information requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management. If you’re looking for an organization that cares for your growth and well-being as much it does its patients, Apply Today! ADDITIONAL DATA: As a Federal Contractor Primary Care Solutions (PCS) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities. We prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin. PCS takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Summary: The Lung Nodule Coordinator leads and facilitates the development, implementation, and ongoing adherence to identifying and treating lung nodule patient populations. The Lung Nodule Coordinator works under the supervision of the Director of Pulmonology, Clinic Manager, Pulmonary Specialists, and Cardiothoracic Surgeons. This position develops systems of care that monitor patient progress and promote early intervention. Work effectively with other healthcare team members to optimize interventions and manage community outreach to promote disease awareness and the offerings of the specific clinic focus. The Lung Nodule Coordination will manage the utilization and practice metrics to refine the delivery of care model to maximize clinical, quality, and fiscal outcomes. The RN Coordinator also ensures these programs adhere to the mission and vision of CSV. Responsibilities: Assume responsibility for the clinical coordination and consultation regarding care across the continuum for all lung nodule patients. Consult and partner with nursing leadership as needed to achieve desired patient outcomes. Assess the educational needs of staff and assist in developing educational programs, staff education materials, and community education as needed. Maintain and ensure compliance with continuing lung nodule education for medical and nursing staff. Ensure evidence-based screening and treatment protocols are the standard of care within the facility. Recommends, facilitates, and assists in the implementation of updates to pathways, order sets, and protocols as guided by new evidence-based guidelines published by industry organizations, e.g. American Lung Association Provide appropriate feedback and coaching to medical staff and associates based on data analysis and observation. Ensure accurate and timely clinical data collection, verifying and updating data as needed. Share prepared data with key stakeholders in an understandable and meaningful context to motivate adherence to protocols and continuous improvement. Serve as a resource to medical staff, associates, patients, and families. Perform various technical and specialized tasks involved with the concurrent and retrospective evaluation of patient care. Utilize quality improvement tools, including root cause analysis, to investigate fallouts and generate action plans Assist all hospital departments in implementing and sustaining their quality improvement processes related to lung nodules. Participate in division-wide collaboration to improve patient outcomes Demonstrate working knowledge of AIDET, utilizing each patient interaction Regular, reliable attendance is required to ensure the highest level of patient care. Follows hospital safety and quality standards and expectations as it pertains to job performance and patient care Behavior demonstrates understanding and adherence to CSV core values Customer Relations: Exhibits behaviors and actions that create a high level of patient/customer satisfaction, positive patient/customer relations, and respect for the patient’s/customer’s rights needs, and confidentiality. Demonstrates effective communication and human relations skills, which promote harmony and teamwork. Presents behaviors and actions that maintain the hospital’s credibility, integrity, and positive image. Demonstrates behaviors and actions that support the mission, goals, and operations of the hospital and which contribute to continuous service improvement. Other Responsibilities: Assists with special projects as assigned. Accurately interprets and communicates Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Exhibits flexibility, adapting readily to changes in the work environment or work schedule. Maintains a positive attitude, even during periods of stress. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Complies and adheres to all CSV policies. Maintains positive attendance and communicates in advance any absence from work. Adheres to all patient and environmental safety policies and procedures. Requirements: Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an ADN, BSN, or MSN degree Certification/Licenses: Hold a valid NM RN license. Current BLS certification Skills: Excellent reading, writing, and editing skills in English. Familiarity with Epic and ability to effectively evaluate medical records. Must be able to understand graphical displays of data. Strong organizational skills. Must be self-directed. Excellent telephone and communication skills. Ability to articulate information or data to multiple audiences with varying levels of knowledge and expertise. Coordinates all referral processes for patients who meet the established criteria, including coordination with primary care physicians. Educates the community to build new program awareness. Creates direct-to-consumer marketing and education materials for business development Mines specific data with the health system database to discover cases through a retrospective review of findings, resulting in the discovery of patients with specific diseases. Maintains all clinical metrics monthly and quarterly. Develops a database to input potential cases, completed cases, and follow-up cases requiring constant updating as patients progress through the continuum of care. Evaluates lab results, diagnostics, utilization patterns, and other metrics to monitor quality and efficiency for assigned population. Obtains all test results before the patient arrives for multi-disciplinary clinical evaluation. Develops clinical pathways for specific disease processes, promoting expeditious care access. Makes appropriate surgical consult arrangements depending on the complexity. Provides patients with information about follow-up with different specialties and coordinates follow-up care 1-2 years after evaluation. Develops treatment protocols for positive findings in collaboration with physicians. Understanding of hospital processes and the systems involved in the delivery of patient care. Demonstrate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience: 3+ years of nursing experience in a critical care setting or RN level experience for the related specialty; One (1) to two (2) years of Quality Improvement experience desired. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time
Summary: The Clinical Supervisor, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Nursing Department Director/Manager, is accountable for ongoing shift leadership and operations of a clinical department and for nursing care safety and quality. The Clinical Supervisor uses sound human resource and budget principles to guide the daily provision of nursing services to patients and families. The Clinical Supervisor supports comprehensive patient and family services through effective participation with the interdisciplinary team. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for supervising nursing department associates and providing patient care when needed. Coaches and guides employees under his/her supervision. Demonstrates Professionalism and Excellence by performing as role model for clinical and service excellence. Responsibilities: Demonstrates current, comprehensive, professional knowledge and skills in conformance with recognized nursing standards including the Patient Bill of Rights and Joint Commission/CMS regulations, Standards for Nursing Care for the Patient Care Unit and the New Mexico Nurse Practice Act. Conducts patient experience rounds to determine satisfaction with services and performs service recovery real-time. Assists manager/director in investigation of patient or physician complaints. Champions change by identifying obstacles and requesting resources for effective improvement. Prepares patient assignments based on patient need and associate competency level. Assigns unit tasks, meal/break time and ensures completion. Assists Patient Flow Supervisor in monitoring and improving patient flow metrics, including collaborating to determine appropriate placement based on patient needs. Promotes cohesive work teams and constructive conflict resolution, actively supporting intra- and inter-disciplinary teamwork, within the department. Monitors, coaches and reinforces associate's compliance with policy and procedures. Applies and holds associates accountable for infection control policies and processes. Monitors and coaches staff in hourly rounding and use of patient communication boards. Serves as clinical resource for associates related to complex clinical situations and invasive devices relevant to unit patient population. Monitors fall risk and skin at risk programs to ensure appropriate interventions are implemented to meet prevention strategies. Monitors pain management regimes with nursing staff and facilitates physician communication when not meeting patient pain goals. Facilitates associate participation in unit based multi-disciplinary rounds. Demonstrates awareness and implementation of National Patient Safety Goals as applicable in their area of practice. Monitors and coaches associates for compliance with NPSG. Reassesses the effectiveness of comfort measures (including PRN medications given) within 1 hour of intervention. Monitors associate compliance with this standard. Coaches and mentors associates to make cost effective decisions and use resources prudently achieving both productivity and competence expectations. Adheres to guidelines for IV therapy/Blood Administration. Monitors and coaches staff compliance. Adheres to medication administration guidelines and safe medication practices. Monitors and coaches staff to ensure for compliance with medication administration and safe medication practices. Utilizes AIDET to make a positive first impression. Monitors and coaches associates to achieve AIDET process. Demonstrates and takes responsibility for workplace safety. Exhibits knowledge regarding the hazard and injury reporting procedures. Accurately interprets monitored rhythms and intervenes according to hospital policies and standards. Assists with special procedures as applicable to patient population. Assists in data collection, assessment and documentation appropriate to nature and severity of the need of the patient population. Communicates appropriate data to the physician and other patient care team members. Ensures timely and accurate implementation of physician orders. Performs emergency equipment checks at start of shift. Primary responder to unit emergent events including Code Blue Alert and Rapid Response Team. (Critical Care responds to RRT throughout the organization). Code Blue Alert Management – Prepares patients for emergency treatment with thorough knowledge of emergency practices. Coordinates emergency measures to sustain life. Performs end of shift controlled substance count and ensures resolution of all Pyxis discrepancies prior to shift end. Provides appropriate hand-off communication with patient transitions of care. Assists manager/director in development of unit associate time schedule. Assists staffing office in determining real time staffing needs based on census, patient needs and skill set of associates. Assists with new associate selection and unit education-participating in staff interviews, setting clear staff performance expectations, encouraging staff development, and completing timely performance evaluations-including staff input in each process. Initiates first level counseling as appropriate. Assists manager/director in corrective action/discipline process as indicated. Performs patient care duties when appropriate. Requirements: Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred. National specialty certification preferred. Experience: 3 years relevant experience preferred but not required. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department. Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses: Current RN license in the State of New Mexico. Current BLS Certification. Current ACLS Certification or obtain within 6 months. Current PALS/NRP if applicable to area. Current TNCC if applicable to area or obtain within 6 months. Current CPI or equivalent must be obtained within six months for Behavioral Health and Emergency Department. BLS, ACLS and PALS must be issued through American Heart Association. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time
Description Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states. We are seeking a Part Time Registered Nurse (RN) in Mercer County, N.J. The Registered Nurse delivers care to individuals with disabilities in a community setting utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. Monday–Friday from 2p.m.–6 p.m . Hourly Pay Rate: $38.00 Responsibilities Ensure individuals attend medical appointments per their Individual Support Plan (ISP) Create and distribute medical/health reports detailing general health, health care goals, and physician recommendations Develop and update Individual Support Plans (ISP)/Person Centered Plans (PCP) with an interdisciplinary team to include any concerns, observations, and behavioral developments Train employees on the medical needs of assigned individual Monitor health and medical conditions of individuals and refer for medical services as needed Monitor the use of medications through medication administration logs Ensure program documentation and billable records are completed accurately and timely Participate with individuals in community, social, and recreational activities Participate in circles of support for personal futures planning Minimum Requirements Valid R.N. license Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record Ability to calculate figures related to medication dosages Ability to effectively communicate with program participants, third-party agencies, staff, and members of the community Why Community Options? Competitive Insurance Benefits Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday Generous PTO Employee Incentive & Discount Programs 403b Retirement Plan Incredible career growth opportunities Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.comop.org Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V #IND-MECOI
Join Our Team - Nurse/EMT/Paramedic We're thrilled to announce an immediate opening for a nurse, EMT, or Paramedic with Phlebotomy Certification in Washington State! This part-time position offers 20-30 hours per week to start with a pay range of $30-35/hour depending on experience, with the potential to transition into a full-time role with benefits for exceptional candidates. About Us: We are a forward-thinking regenerative medicine and stem cell research center in Bellevue, WA. Our care team is high touch and low volume - a great fit for someone leaving a more physically demanding, high-stress environment. What You'll Do: Perform phlebotomy procedures such as blood draws and IV placement; assist in patient assessments and care coordination; assist in procedures involving fluoroscopy and ultrasound guided injections and conscious sedation; process blood and tissue for PRP and stem cells; coordinate and administer medications; support front desk, EHR documentation, and inventory tasks. Qualifications: Nurse, EMT, or Paramedic license; proficiency in phlebotomy, IV placement, sterile technique, and EHR systems; strong communication and organizational skills. License/Certification accepted: LVN, RN, LPN, EMT, or Paramedic (BLS preferred). How to Apply: Send resume and cover letter to info@iowmed.com, or call 425-326-1665.