Nursing Jobs in Parnassus Heights, CA

UCSF Health

Registered Nurse - Cardiology Clinic

Job Description Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team. Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, guided by the policies and procedures of the Ambulatory Care Center, and in collaboration with the physicians and other clinical staff in the Cardiology Clinic, the Clinical Nurse 2 is responsible for providing safe, efficient nursing care to patients in the UCSF Mission Bay outpatient Cardiology practice, supporting the Center for Prevention of Heart and Vascular Disease. Triage patients and responds appropriately according to protocol and nursing assessment. The Clinical Nurse 2 utilizes the nursing process (Assessment, Planning, Implementation and Evaluation) to provide safe and therapeutic clinical care. The Clinical Nurse 2 also provides clinical support to Providers and participates as part of the health care team to assure coordination and continuity of patient care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The Clinical Nurse 2 participates in the development and implementation of educational programs and materials for patients and their family members. S/he delivers direct patient care to a variety of patient populations. All components of nursing care will be individualized to meet the patient’s physiological and psychosocial development. The Clinical Nurse 2 possesses the skills necessary to provide expert comprehensive care coordination for this clinically complex patient population. The Clinical Nurse 2 will play a critical role in the patient experience including optimizing clinic flow, providing in and outreach to patients and working collaboratively with the team to create a patient centered environment. Involves evidence-based nursing and practice in Cardiology with an emphasis on prevention and care of heart and vascular diseases and the cardiovascular patient populations in ambulatory settings. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for daily clinical operations and The Clinical Nurse 2 consistently projects a professional and courteous demeanor, helps establish and maintain the highest service standards for the practice and complies with the Medical Center House and Telephone Standards. This employee will This individual supports the standards of the policies and procedures of the practice and is responsible for maintaining current knowledge of pharmacology and competency in modes of administration and The Clinical Nurse 2 will be primarily located at the Mission Bay/Bayfront Cardiology Practice, however, s/he must have flexibility to cover multiple UCSF medical center Cardiology clinic sites. Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining the knowledge and abilities essential to the performance of stated behaviors. Carries out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act. Accountable to the NURSE SVC SUPV 2 for overall work performance. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Minimum of one-year recent Cardiology experience as a Registered Nurse in an ambulatory Cardiology practice, including telephone triage and in basket messaging with patients undergoing cardiology procedures and chronic management of Cardiology care. Minimum one-year recent RN experience with general cardiology or preventive cardiology. This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations Preferred Qualifications Recent Experience in the use of Epic Electronic Medical Record documentation. Adult and Geriatric experience preferred. Ability to work competently and efficiently with Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, & Teams BSN Licenses/Certifications Registered Nurse as defined by California Board of Registered Nursing Current CA Nursing license Current American Heart Association BLS Certification. About UCSF ABOUT US The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
UCSF Health

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) – Primary Care

Job Description Employment Duration: 6 months Number of Openings: 2 Various Locations: Oakland (East and West) and MobileCare Van (Contra Costa and Alameda) Under the supervision of the Manager, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) utilizes the nursing process to assess and identify the individual needs of patients through observation of disease symptoms, emotional state, laboratory reports, cultural and socio-economic background, and response to medical regimen and treatment. The LVN is responsible for providing nursing care to patients in the ambulatory setting and serves as an important member of the care team, working closely with the RN and physicians to deliver individualized nursing care based on each patient’s physiological and psychosocial developmental needs. The LVN is responsible for chart abstraction and documentation and consistently demonstrates a professional and courteous demeanor while complying with Medical Center House and Telephone Standards. Clinical responsibilities include medication and vaccine administration, laboratory result review and monitoring, treatments, procedures pertinent to pediatric and adult primary care, and patient education. The LVN also provides clinical coverage and operational support for the Mobile Health Van and School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs), including direct patient care, community outreach support, regulatory compliance, supply and equipment management, and coordination with operational partners to ensure safe and efficient services. This position requires flexibility in work location and schedule to support multiple UCSF ambulatory clinics, the Mobile Health Van, and SBHC sites. The LVN utilizes ApeX and other UCSF computerized systems and supports departmental policies, infection control, safety standards, UCSF PRIDE values, and AIDET communication fundamentals. Key Responsibilities Provide nursing care in ambulatory primary care clinics, including: Medication and vaccine administration Laboratory result monitoring Treatments and procedures Patient education Perform nursing intake according to practice policies and procedures. Assess patient needs through observation and communicate findings to the healthcare team. Provide age-appropriate nursing care based on patient developmental needs. Perform adult primary care procedures within LVN scope of practice, including: Ear irrigations Suture removal Wound care Assistance with clinical procedures Assist patients with limited mobility, wheelchair transfers, and transport. Perform chart abstraction and documentation in ApeX. Administer and document medications while maintaining current pharmacology knowledge and competency. Order vaccines and medications and maintain accurate medication records. Support patient flow, triage activities, care coordination, and provider workflows. Maintain compliance with UCSF policies, infection control standards, regulatory requirements, and quality activities. Participate in required competencies, testing, and quality assurance/quality control activities. Deliver customer service through telephone, electronic, written, and in-person communication. Identify patient education needs, provide education, and make appropriate referrals. Respond to patients with empathy and coordinate care with the healthcare team. Prepare patients for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Maintain continuity of care through effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Mobile Health Van Responsibilities Deliver direct patient care, including: Immunizations Point-of-care testing Specimen collection Wound care Patient education Prepare and restock medical supplies, medications, vaccines, and emergency equipment. Ensure vaccine cold-chain integrity and compliance with VFC requirements. Coordinate logistics with drivers, Environmental Services (EVS), and clinic leadership. Support community outreach events. Document mobile patient encounters accurately in ApeX. School-Based Health Center Responsibilities Provide clinical support at SBHC sites within LVN scope of practice. Prepare clinical areas and maintain supply readiness. Maintain infection control compliance. Coordinate with school staff, clinic leadership, and operational partners. Document SBHC patient encounters accurately in ApeX. Responsibilities N/A Qualifications Required Qualifications 1 - 2 years of experience of LVN Basic computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience using electronic medical record systems. Demonstrated ability to provide highly personalized patient care. Willingness and ability to work in mobile and school-based clinical environments, including variable schedules, outdoor conditions, and multiple community locations. Licensed Vocational Nurse in the State of California. Active American Heart Association CPR Certification. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency with ApeX. Experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a Primary Care/Family Practice ambulatory setting. Familiarity with the principles of a Patient-Centered Medical Home environment. Experience in mobile health clinics, school-based health centers, or community outreach programs. Experience working in FQHC or HRSA-regulated environments. About UCSF ABOUT US The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
UCSF Health

Nurse Practitioner 1

Job Description Come join our dynamic, highly skilled Cardiothoracic (CT) Surgery inpatient APP team. The Cardiothoracic Surgery Advanced Health Practitioner position has clinical, procedural, administrative, and educational responsibilities in the care of adult patients requiring cardiac and thoracic surgery. The CT surgery service provides advanced surgical treatments, including coronary artery bypass grafting, aortic and mitral valve replacement, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, and heart transplantation. We value individuals who are professional, with strong interpersonal and communication skills, and able to prioritize and adapt to changing situations. Our CT surgery APPs manage patients collaboratively with CT Surgery Fellows and Physicians, perform bedside procedures, and assist in the operating room. The CT Surgery APP assists in the development of practice protocols, evaluation of quality of care, and education of patients, families, and other health care practitioners. Responsibilities 90% Inpatient - Direct Patient Care (may include some or all of the responsibilities listed) 1.1.Independently (independent APP encounter) or collaboratively (shared physician and APP encounter) evaluates and manages patients. Includes taking histories, performing physical examinations, responding to changes in patient status, performing consults, ordering or furnishing medications/diagnostic tests/treatments/therapies/consultations/referrals/durable medical equipment (DME)/home health services. Care provided must be documented in the electronic medical record in accordance with the UCSF Rules and Regulations. Provider services must be billed to reflect the performing provider and comply with the APP Billing Policy 3.08.01. APPs must respond to clinical documentation integrity inquiries from the Department of Quality and Patient Safety within 3 days. 1.2. Performs procedures granted to them via privileges/standardized procedures. 1.3. Identifies patients with acute decompensation or failure and responds to the hospital plan of care and reviews with physician. 1.4. Initiates consultations as indicated. 1.5. Documents independent assessment findings and recommends appropriate treatments. 1.6. Participates in service rounds and patient evaluation and treatment planning. 1.7. Reviews lab tests, x-rays, and other diagnostic tests, and initiates appropriate team plans. 1.8. Evaluates complex cases, establishes individualized plans of care for disposition to a lower level of care. 1.9. Interprets and acts upon completed tests, procedures, and radiographic studies. 1.10. Completes clinically relevant paperwork/electronic health record (EHR) documentation, including but not limited to ordering medications, completing episodic care notes and discharge summaries in accordance with the UCSF Rules and Regulations. 1.11. Effectively communicates findings, treatment options, and care plans with patients and their families 1.12. May first assist in the operating room if privileged to do so through OMAG after completing the required certification and proctoring. 1.13. Monitors and evaluates patients for discharge. Sets parameters and guidelines for continuum of care with multi-disciplinary team. This includes evaluating and defining discharge regimen. 1.14. Discharges patients including prescribing/furnishing medications, ordering DME, and recommending or referring for ongoing follow up care, providing discharge teaching, and completing discharge summaries. 10% Inpatient – Care Coordination (may include some or all of the responsibilities listed) 1.1. Coordinates care throughout the continuum including hospital admission, care coordination with staff and consulting services, and hospital discharge planning. 1.2. Coordinates episodic care and determines timing of routine clinic follow up. 1.3. Participates in huddles with clinic/hospital staff and anticipates patients who require close management or intervention. 1.4. Consults with nursing staff on plan and implementation of individualized nursing care plans. 1.5. Independently provides case summaries for disability, insurance agencies, workers compensation, work releases, and medical supply agencies. 1.6. Formulates and implements protocols to improve quality and efficiency and control waste in the clinical specialty. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from a California Board of Registered Nursing recognized Nurse Practitioner Program with a master’s or doctoral degree aligned with the patient population and clinical role. Nurse Practitioner 1 Five (5) years of experience in cardiovascular critical care as an RN. Nurse Practitioner 2 One (1) year of cardiothoracic surgery, vascular surgery, cardiology, or critical care ICU NP experience. Preferred Qualifications Recent experience managing complex cardiac patients with heart failure, heart transplant, and ECMO Specialty certification: RNFA License/Certifications California Registered Nurse (RN) License without restriction California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number including Schedule II furnishing privileges NP national board certification from an accepted certifying agency aligned with the patient population and clinical role. Adult Inpatient (ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, ACNPC). California Driver License (if required for position) Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Additional required AHA certifications: Both ACLS and PALS Additional required certifications (such as ENLS): None Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSA) Excellent verbal and written communication skills Judgement skills to effectively meet the needs of patients Self-direction and organizational skills to function in an independent role Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by health care providers and team members Ability to meet minimum standards for hospital credentialing and billing standards as a billable provider Submit health plan (Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial for all APPs; also, CCS for pediatric providers) enrollment by first clinical day At all times, must adhere to the UCSF Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, Code of Conduct, PRIDE values, and applicable medical center/campus/departmental policies and procedures At all times, must adhere to all UCSF policies regarding HIPPA, privacy, communication, documentation, encounter closure, and billing Mandatory attendance at the Office of Advanced Practice Providers Orientation Sessions Mandatory attendance at the APP Onboarding Committee APP Onboarding Series This position requires flexibility for the APP to work at all UCSF Health facilities/locations Performs other duties as assigned Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSA) Able to perform endoscopic vein harvesting Able to perform thoracostomy tube placement Experience with EPIC About UCSF ABOUT US The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Nurse Next Door San Mateo

Caregiver | Home Care Aide

Are you a compassionate caregiver who always wants to provide the best care possible? Do you love working with seniors for the purpose of Making Lives Better through Happier Aging? Do you want to make lives better and have the ability to drive your career? Nurse Next Door has the perfect opportunity for you!!! Nurse Next Door is dedicated to delivering flexible, premium care options to help seniors stay at home because we know home is the safest place to be. Do you want a flexible work schedule that fits with the other priorities in your life? Nurse Next Door is looking for Caregivers who can work 10 to 40 hours per week (no experience required)! We have flexible hours in the morning, afternoon, evening, and overnights. Job Description Summary A Home care aide is an individual authorized to provide nonmedical services and assistance to an elderly or disabled client. Care Is usually provided at the person’s home, or facility. Nurse Next Door affiliated home care aides shall be selected on the basis of such factors as a sympathetic attitude towards the care of the sick, ability to carry out directions, maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job. All affiliated Home care aides employed by Nurse Next Door to provide in-home care services will be 18 years old (or if under 18 years of age be a high school graduate or enrolled in a vocational education program) and have sufficient communication and language skills to enable them to perform their duties and interact effectively with clients and other agency staff. Home care aides must meet all registration, criminal background checks and training requirements as specified by the State of California Department of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau and Nurse Next Door policies. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities Responsibilities of the home care aide include, but are not limited to, the following- · Execute the client’s care plan as outlined by the Care Designer. · Help clients with their ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) that are within the scope of practice for a Registered Health Care Aide. · Assisting clients with personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care, bathing and dressing. · Assisting clients in and out of bed, transfers, positioning and assisting with ambulation. · Assisting with prescribed exercises which clients and aides have been taught by appropriate health personnel. · Meal planning and preparation, including therapeutic diets, and assisting clients with eating. · Assisting clients to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans or urinals and incontinence care. · Performing household services including housekeeping, laundry, transportation, correspondence, making telephone calls, shopping for personal care items or groceries, and companionship. · Assisting clients with medications reminders which are ordinarily self-administered. · Reporting changes in the client's condition and needs to the administrator or care designer. · Completing records regarding services performed. · Driving to appointments or to run errands. · Accurately records all hours worked. · Remains alert throughout the shift in case client requires assistance, responds immediately to any such needs by providing the assistance required, or calling the Company for guidance. · Participating in all required entry-level and annual training requirements. · Maintaining an active home care aide registration with the State of Ca. Dept. of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau. · Other duties as assigned by the administrator or designee. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. Position Qualifications · At least 18 years of age. · Current registration with the State of California Home Care Aide Registry. We Provide paid training and help you with the registration process. · Completion of a criminal background check and disclosure of any criminal history or evidence of exemption. · Evidence of entry-level training or plan to complete paid training prior to client care and in accordance with CA regulations. · Evidence of tuberculosis testing and verification that the home care aide does not have active tuberculosis. · Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. · Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. · Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired. · Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene. · Valid driver’s license and auto insurance and/or reliable transportation required. Physical Demands · Regularly required to sit, use hands or fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear. · Required to reach with hands and arms. · Required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. · Must be able to lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move from 25 up to 50 pounds. · Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Schedule: Part time/ Full time/ Weekend/ flexible shift available COVID-19 considerations: Masked can be worn if the caregiver feels safer doing so and will not be sent to any client's home that has COVID-19 until they are better.
Nurse Next Door San Mateo

Caregiver | Home Care Aide

Are you a compassionate caregiver who always wants to provide the best care possible? Do you love working with seniors for the purpose of Making Lives Better through Happier Aging? Do you want to make lives better and have the ability to drive your career? Nurse Next Door has the perfect opportunity for you!!! Nurse Next Door is dedicated to delivering flexible, premium care options to help seniors stay at home because we know home is the safest place to be. Do you want a flexible work schedule that fits with the other priorities in your life? Nurse Next Door is looking for Caregivers who can work 10 to 40 hours per week (no experience required)! We have flexible hours in the morning, afternoon, evening, and overnights. Job Description Summary A Home care aide is an individual authorized to provide nonmedical services and assistance to an elderly or disabled client. Care Is usually provided at the person’s home, or facility. Nurse Next Door affiliated home care aides shall be selected on the basis of such factors as a sympathetic attitude towards the care of the sick, ability to carry out directions, maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job. All affiliated Home care aides employed by Nurse Next Door to provide in-home care services will be 18 years old (or if under 18 years of age be a high school graduate or enrolled in a vocational education program) and have sufficient communication and language skills to enable them to perform their duties and interact effectively with clients and other agency staff. Home care aides must meet all registration, criminal background checks and training requirements as specified by the State of California Department of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau and Nurse Next Door policies. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities Responsibilities of the home care aide include, but are not limited to, the following- · Execute the client’s care plan as outlined by the Care Designer. · Help clients with their ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) that are within the scope of practice for a Registered Health Care Aide. · Assisting clients with personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care, bathing and dressing. · Assisting clients in and out of bed, transfers, positioning and assisting with ambulation. · Assisting with prescribed exercises which clients and aides have been taught by appropriate health personnel. · Meal planning and preparation, including therapeutic diets, and assisting clients with eating. · Assisting clients to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans or urinals and incontinence care. · Performing household services including housekeeping, laundry, transportation, correspondence, making telephone calls, shopping for personal care items or groceries, and companionship. · Assisting clients with medications reminders which are ordinarily self-administered. · Reporting changes in the client's condition and needs to the administrator or care designer. · Completing records regarding services performed. · Driving to appointments or to run errands. · Accurately records all hours worked. · Remains alert throughout the shift in case client requires assistance, responds immediately to any such needs by providing the assistance required, or calling the Company for guidance. · Participating in all required entry-level and annual training requirements. · Maintaining an active home care aide registration with the State of Ca. Dept. of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau. · Other duties as assigned by the administrator or designee. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. Position Qualifications · At least 18 years of age. · Current registration with the State of California Home Care Aide Registry. We Provide paid training and help you with the registration process. · Completion of a criminal background check and disclosure of any criminal history or evidence of exemption. · Evidence of entry-level training or plan to complete paid training prior to client care and in accordance with CA regulations. · Evidence of tuberculosis testing and verification that the home care aide does not have active tuberculosis. · Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. · Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. · Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired. · Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene. · Valid driver’s license and auto insurance and/or reliable transportation required. Physical Demands · Regularly required to sit, use hands or fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear. · Required to reach with hands and arms. · Required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. · Must be able to lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move from 25 up to 50 pounds. · Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Schedule: Part time/ Full time/ Weekend/ flexible shift available COVID-19 considerations: Masked can be worn if the caregiver feels safer doing so and will not be sent to any client's home that has COVID-19 until they are better.
UCSF Health

CPP/Transfer Center RN

Job Description Under the guidance of the Patient Capacity Management Center (PCMC) Leadership, to include Central Patient Placement and Transfer Center (CPP/TC) RN leads and supervises a team, ensuring efficient and safe patient placement and flow within the UCSF Medical Center Health System. This role involves collaboration with various healthcare professionals and departments to manage patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, while maintaining a positive patient experience and high-quality care standards. Responsibilities Actively manages inpatient unit staffing levels; ensuring staff coverage is appropriate to each departments’ current needs. Assumes responsibility for the unit in areas delegated and in the absence of the Unit Director Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team and acts as a resource to assist nurses in adhering to established nursing procedures Performs other duties as assigned/required. Functions as a leader of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams, facilitates the critical thinking of staff in carrying out established nursing procedures and addresses patient care issues. Accountable to Clinical Operations and Patient Placement Director for overall work performance Carries out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act Responsible for maintaining the knowledge and abilities essential to the performance of stated behaviors. Assists with the administration and management of personnel, fiscal, and materiel resources. Be accountable for the clinical management and administrative coordination of nursing resources and patient flow that assures the efficiency of medical center operations. Actively rounds to assess overall unit level management and supports patient satisfaction and nursing quality measures. Assumes accountability for improving quality metrics associated with the department/unit and must meet organizational/departmental targets. Ensures quality patient care and serves as a role model for professional nursing practice. Understands unit financial goals and educates staff of cost-containment strategies. Maintains unit expenses within budget. Qualifications Required qualifications: Minimum of five (5) years recent full-time acute care, critical care or emergency RN experience Previous Supervisory/Lead Experience Demonstrated skills to effectively supervise clinicians and to manage the complex workflow and multiple priorities involved with a patient care unit. In depth knowledge of patient care clinical standards and care delivery, systems, external regulations and internal policies. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to quickly analyze problems, determine appropriate level of intervention, and develop and apply effective solutions. Strong interpersonal skills for effective information exchange and problem solving with all levels of management and staff, consultants and outside agencies. Strong written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to train and mentor subordinates, to convey complex clinical and technical information in a clear and concise manner, and to prepare and present a variety of reports, documentation, analyses, and project proposals. Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies and procedures related to Protected Health Information (PHI) or other sensitive and personal information. Demonstrated skills to effectively supervise clinicians and to manage the complex workflow and multiple priorities involved with a patient care unit. Experience with Epic/Apex Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel Preferred Qualifications Strong knowledge of human resources management policies, with the ability to train, monitor, evaluate, and document human resources matters and performance, and to provide input to decision-making on human resources matters. Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to safety and infection control policies and procedures. Knowledge of business software and specialized applications and data management systems used in nursing units or departments. Master's Degree preferred. Licenses/Certifications Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Current Registered Nurse license in the State of California Current American Heart Association BLS Current American Heart Association ACLS About UCSF ABOUT US The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
UCSF Health

Nurse Practitioner 2

Job Description Join our amazing team of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners at UCSF Health, where you will serve patients directly within the Emergency Department and the inpatient setting! The psychiatric nurse practitioners will be performing evaluations, placing and releasing legal holds, serving as both consultative and direct patient care role. Evaluating the need for inpatient hospitalization and assisting with dispositioning and after care needs. Responsibilities Work with physicians/surgeons/APP colleagues and other clinical and administrative staff to ensure efficient patient management based on accepted practice, including but not limited to, taking histories, performing physical examinations, peri-operative planning/coordinating with outside providers and primary care providers (PCPs) as applicable, responding to changes in patient status, providing prescriptions/evaluations/referrals, diagnostic tests/treatments as permitted under core privileges and standardized procedures. Evaluate for and order home health services, durable medical equipment (DME), Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) certifications, refer for consultations, physical therapy, order radiographic imaging or diagnostic tests, and specialized treatments (e.g. chemotherapy with the approved privilege). Provide patient and family education, arrange follow-up appointments, and engage in any approved privileges after the APP has demonstrated competency through proctoring and FPPE process. OMAG will identify independent practice for approved privileges on the ECHO website and procedural activity will be entered by the provider and monitored via the eLOG system. To evaluate, assess and create a documented plan of treatment per patient’s presenting HPI or established plan of care as defined by the UCSF Medical Staff Bylaws To answer clinically relevant patient medical advice calls or during bedside communications or in coordination with health care professionals, patients, and their families as necessary. To independently, or in a shared visit model, evaluate routine, acute, critical, new patients, or specialty consultations when needed or required and discuss with attending and staff as appropriate and document in the EHR. Any required documentation workflow must be adhered to Be able to interpret and act upon ordered tests, procedures, and radiographic studies To assist in formulating and implementing protocols to improve efficiency in the clinical specialty Effectively communicate with family or patients in person, via telephone and/or via other electronic modalities in a timely manner. Ensure in their absence, appropriate clinical coverage has been arranged for patient management and communication as appropriate At all times adhere to all policies and procedures of UCSF Health in terms of HIPPA/Communication/Privacy/Code of Conduct, and any other UCSF or Medical Center Policies, which includes meeting the encounter closure requirements of the Medical Staff Bylaws Mandatory attendance at APP UCSF Onboarding Sessions for all new APP employees whether experienced or new to APP practice. Adhere to all scheduling and communication policies whether specific or as outlined in the collective bargaining agreement Some duties, performed routinely or periodically, may be unique to the specific clinical service of the APP Accountable to ED/LPPH for appropriate transfer and patient flow Place or Drop Legal Hold Requirements QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from a California Board of Registered Nursing approved or verified school of nursing with a master’s degree in nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Nurse Practitioner 2 One (1) year of clinical experience as an NP in the same specialty and setting Active Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training within two months of hire Nurse Practitioner 1 (less than six (6) months of experience as an NP) Five (5) years of psychiatric nursing RN experience Active Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training within two months of hire Preferred Qualifications Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner experience in an Emergency Medicine setting, urgent care, or crisis stabilization unit License/Certifications California Registered Nurse (RN) License without restriction California Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) without restriction California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number including Schedule II furnishing privileges NP national board certification from an accepted certifying agency aligned with the patient population and clinical role Psychiatric and Mental Health Care (PMHNP-BC). California Driver License (if required for position) Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration with Schedules 2, 2N, 3, 3N, 4, and 5 registered to a California address American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Additional required AHA certifications: None additional to BLS Additional required certifications (such as ENLS): None About UCSF ABOUT US The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Nurse Next Door San Mateo

Caregiver / Home Care Aide

$20 - $22 / hour
Pay- $20.00 to $22 00 Per Hour Are you a compassionate caregiver who always wants to provide the best care possible? Do you love working with seniors for the purpose of Making Lives Better through Happier Aging? Do you want to make lives better and have the ability to drive your career? Nurse Next Door has the perfect opportunity for you!!! Nurse Next Door is dedicated to delivering flexible, premium care options to help seniors stay at home because we know home is the safest place to be. Do you want a flexible work schedule that fits with the other priorities in your life? Nurse Next Door is looking for Caregivers who can work 10 to 40 hours per week (no experience required)! We have flexible hours in the morning, afternoon, evening, and overnights. Job Description Summary A Home care aide is an individual authorized to provide nonmedical services and assistance to an elderly or disabled client. Care Is usually provided at the person’s home, or facility. Nurse Next Door affiliated home care aides shall be selected on the basis of such factors as a sympathetic attitude towards the care of the sick, ability to carry out directions, maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job. All affiliated Home care aides employed by Nurse Next Door to provide in-home care services will be 18 years old (or if under 18 years of age be a high school graduate or enrolled in a vocational education program) and have sufficient communication and language skills to enable them to perform their duties and interact effectively with clients and other agency staff. Home care aides must meet all registration, criminal background checks and training requirements as specified by the State of California Department of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau and Nurse Next Door policies. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities Responsibilities of the home care aide include, but are not limited to, the following- · Execute the client’s care plan as outlined by the Care Designer. · Help clients with their ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) that are within the scope of practice for a Registered Health Care Aide. · Assisting clients with personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care, bathing and dressing. · Assisting clients in and out of bed, transfers, positioning and assisting with ambulation. · Assisting with prescribed exercises which clients and aides have been taught by appropriate health personnel. · Meal planning and preparation, including therapeutic diets, and assisting clients with eating. · Assisting clients to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans or urinals and incontinence care. · Performing household services including housekeeping, laundry, transportation, correspondence, making telephone calls, shopping for personal care items or groceries, and companionship. · Assisting clients with medications reminders which are ordinarily self-administered. · Reporting changes in the client's condition and needs to the administrator or care designer. · Completing records regarding services performed. · Driving to appointments or to run errands. · Accurately records all hours worked. · Remains alert throughout the shift in case client requires assistance, responds immediately to any such needs by providing the assistance required, or calling the Company for guidance. · Participating in all required entry-level and annual training requirements. · Maintaining an active home care aide registration with the State of Ca. Dept. of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau. · Other duties as assigned by the administrator or designee. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. Position Qualifications · At least 18 years of age. · Current registration with the State of California Home Care Aide Registry. We Provide paid training and help you with the registration process. · Completion of a criminal background check and disclosure of any criminal history or evidence of exemption. · Evidence of entry-level training or plan to complete paid training prior to client care and in accordance with CA regulations. · Evidence of tuberculosis testing and verification that the home care aide does not have active tuberculosis. · Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. · Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. · Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired. · Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene. · Valid driver’s license and auto insurance and/or reliable transportation required. Physical Demands · Regularly required to sit, use hands or fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear. · Required to reach with hands and arms. · Required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. · Must be able to lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move from 25 up to 50 pounds. · Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Schedule: Part time/ Full time/ Weekend/ flexible shift available COVID-19 considerations: Masked can be worn if the caregiver feels safer doing so and will not be sent to any client's home that has COVID-19 until they are better.
UCSF Health

Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab

$84.78 - $109.85 / hour
Job Description The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $84.78 - $109.85 (Hourly Rate). To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet. universityofcalifornia. edu/compensation-and-benefits/index. htmlUtilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Qualifications Required Qualifications This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations. Provide direct patient care in the Cardiac Catheterization lab and Cardiology Department during all phases of the patient care experience (pre procedural, intraprocedural, and post procedural). The ability to wear a lead apron required in Interventional Radiology and Neuro Interventional Radiology or Diagnostic Radiology. Monitor patient conditions and vital signs before, during, and after procedures.Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians. Maintain accurate and detailed patient records and documentation. Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive patient care. Participate in on-call and late stay shifts as required. Minimum of 3-5 years combined experience in PACU, ICU, CCU, with minimum 1year Cath Lab experience. Possess the knowledge of both diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac catheterization procedures, which include equipment, accessories, surgical procedures, sterile technique, patient One (1) year of directly relatable RN employment experience in Cardiac Electrophysiology lab, Interventional Radiology (IR) or Cardiac Catheterization lab. Minimum of five (5) years clinical experience in nursing or equivalent professional experience, one of which is a year of recent experience in critical care with demonstrated knowledge of homodynamic monitoring. Ability to provide education to patients based on plan of care, procedural guidelines, and University standards. Preferred Qualifications Previous RN experience with Pre and Post Procedure Care of Adult Interventional Cardiology patients. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). RCIS and/or RCES certification. About UCSF ABOUT US The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
San Rafael Healthcare & Wellness Center

LVN Staff Nurse

A licensed professional nurse under the supervision of a Registered Nurse who provides nursing care and services to residents in a long-term care setting. Qualifications: • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or an approved LVN program • Current nursing licensure in good standing with the State licensing board • Strong communication and organizational skills • Ability to provide quality patient care in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and procedures • Ability to identify and report problems, use initiative and good judgment to reach quality decisions • Comprehensive knowledge of applicable nursing principles and practices to ensure the quality of care standards for residents are • Possess the willingness to work with professional and non-professional personnel. Proficiency of the English language including the ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend the language with minimal to no difficulty • Valid CPR certification General Duties and Responsibilities: GENERAL • Provides nursing care as prescribed by physician/health care professional in accordance with the legal scope of practice, any Board of Licensing restrictions, and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures • Administers professional services and provides care consistent with allowing residents to attain or maintain his or her highest practicable physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Provides clinical data and observations to contribute to the nursing plan of care CLINICAL • Admits, transfers, and discharges residents in accordance with policy and procedure • Orients new residents/families as necessary • Gives/receives nursing reports upon beginning and ending of assigned shift. Reviews daily patient report and assignments with Nursing Assistants upon the beginning of assigned shift • Assures that the unit area is maintained in a clean and safe manner for resident comfort and convenience. • Conducts daily resident rounds to observe the resident’s physical and emotional status • Collects clinical data and reports significant clinical findings according to policy • Performs manual and technical skills according to the scope of practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse • Records care information accurately, timely and concisely. Completes all required documentation including resident observations, interventions, and patient response(s) in the medical record in accordance with policy • Assists in developing, reviewing, revising, and updating resident Plans of Care as indicated. Contributes to the evaluation of the patient’s progress towards specific goals and the adjustment of the nursing plan of care as necessary • Receives and transcribes orders accurately from attending/alternate physician. • Assists in making rounds with the attending physician, as necessary. • Prepares/administers medications as ordered by the physician and within the legal scope of practice. • Completes medical treatments as indicated and ordered by the physician. • Evaluates response and report adverse reactions to medication or treatments in accordance with the policy. • Assures that narcotic and controlled drugs are secure, inventory counts are accurate and narcotic register documentation is timely and accurate • Orders prescribed medications, supplies and equipment as established by the facility’s policies and procedures. • Requisitions and arranges for diagnostic and therapeutic services as ordered by the physician. • Notifies the attending/alternate physician, as well as the resident’s legal guardian/representative, when the resident becomes critically ill, injured, etc., or has a significant change in condition as outlined within established policies. • Notifies the attending/alternate physician of resident incidents/unusual occurrences. Completes Accident/Incident Report forms as indicated and documents relevant information in the resident’s medical record as outlined in established policies and procedures. Initiate investigation of accidents and unusual occurrences • Informs RN Supervisor or RN in charge of the facility of significant changes in resident condition, unusual occurrences, incidents, or accidents as indicated and per facility policy and procedure • Attend various facility meetings (care conferences, stand-up meetings, staff meetings, Medicare meetings, discharge plan meetings, etc.) as required. • Reports allegations of abuse or unusual occurrence per State and Federal Regulations and facility policy. Assists with a gathering of information relative to the event. • Initiates emergency procedures (including basic CPR) and provide emergency patient treatments • Participates in the facility’s infection control program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious disease among residents and staff. • Participates in procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. • Assists in orientation of newly assigned personnel as requested. • Assumes Charge responsibility following orientation period as requested. • Performs other position-related duties as assigned. • Supervise CNAs SUPERVISION • Make resident rounds to ensure appropriate care is being rendered, identifying, and making corrections as necessary • Meet with nursing personnel to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and/or the improvement of resident care • Assist the Charge Nurse in revision and distribution of nursing assignments as needed • Assist in the supervision and direction of nursing personnel • Participate in disciplinary action and evaluation of nursing personnel CONSUMER SERVICE • Presents a professional image to consumers through dress, behavior, and speech. • Treats residents/family members with dignity and respect • Responds to Resident and family concern(s) and assists in resolving grievances. Records grievances per facility policy ADDITIONAL DUTIES • Participate in the facility's Quality Assurance (QA) program as requested or needed. Assist in correcting findings and deficiencies from the Department of Health Services, Consultants, and the Quality Assurance Team as directed by the Director of Nursing. Actively participates in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement teams and activities • Ensures the protection of health information as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) • Participates in the facility’s Infection Control Program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious disease among residents and staff • Participate in procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. • Orient new staff members upon request • Participate in the facility's quality assurance (QA) program as requested or needed. Assist in correcting findings and deficiencies from the Department of Health Services, Consultants, and the Quality Assurance Team as directed by the Director of Nursing • Attend various facility meetings (care conferences, stand-up meetings, staff meetings, Medicare meetings, discharge plan meetings, etc.) as required • Attends in-services and educational classes to maintain nursing skills competency, and current knowledge for the standard of care and effective practices • Assumes Charge responsibility following orientation period as requested. • Performs other position-related duties as assign
Burlingame Skilled Nursing

LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) Staff Nurse

SIgn-on bonuses for newly hired Full-time staff. Shift Bonuses are also available. LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) Staff Nurse is a licensed professional nurse under the supervision of a Registered Nurse who provides nursing care and services to residents in a long-term care setting. LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) Staff Nurse Qualifications: • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or an approved LVN program • Current nursing licensure in good standing with the State licensing board • Strong communication and organizational skills • Ability to provide quality patient care in accordance with applicable standards, policies, and procedures • Ability to identify and report problems, use initiative and good judgment to reach quality decisions • Comprehensive knowledge of applicable nursing principles and practices to ensure the quality of care standards for residents are • Possess the willingness to work with professional and non-professional personnel. Proficiency of the English language including the ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend the language with minimal to no difficulty • Valid CPR certification LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) Staff Nurse General Duties and Responsibilities: GENERAL • Provides nursing care as prescribed by physician/health care professional in accordance with the legal scope of practice, any Board of Licensing restrictions, and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures • Administers professional services and provides care consistent with allowing residents to attain or maintain his or her highest practicable physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Provides clinical data and observations to contribute to the nursing plan of care CLINICAL • Admits, transfers, and discharges residents in accordance with policy and procedure • Orients new residents/families as necessary • Gives/receives nursing reports upon beginning and ending of assigned shift. Reviews daily patient report and assignments with Nursing Assistants upon the beginning of assigned shift • Assures that the unit area is maintained in a clean and safe manner for resident comfort and convenience. • Conducts daily resident rounds to observe the resident’s physical and emotional status • Collects clinical data and reports significant clinical findings according to policy • Performs manual and technical skills according to the scope of practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse • Records care information accurately, timely and concisely. Completes all required documentation including resident observations, interventions, and patient response(s) in the medical record in accordance with policy • Assists in developing, reviewing, revising, and updating resident Plans of Care as indicated. Contributes to the evaluation of the patient’s progress towards specific goals and the adjustment of the nursing plan of care as necessary • Receives and transcribes orders accurately from attending/alternate physician. • Assists in making rounds with the attending physician, as necessary. • Prepares/administers medications as ordered by the physician and within the legal scope of practice. • Completes medical treatments as indicated and ordered by the physician. • Evaluates response and report adverse reactions to medication or treatments in accordance with the policy. • Assures that narcotic and controlled drugs are secure, inventory counts are accurate and narcotic register documentation is timely and accurate • Orders prescribed medications, supplies and equipment as established by the facility’s policies and procedures. • Requisitions and arranges for diagnostic and therapeutic services as ordered by the physician. • Notifies the attending/alternate physician, as well as the resident’s legal guardian/representative, when the resident becomes critically ill, injured, etc., or has a significant change in condition as outlined within established policies. • Notifies the attending/alternate physician of resident incidents/unusual occurrences. Completes Accident/Incident Report forms as indicated and documents relevant information in the resident’s medical record as outlined in established policies and procedures. Initiate investigation of accidents and unusual occurrences • Informs RN Supervisor or RN in charge of the facility of significant changes in resident condition, unusual occurrences, incidents, or accidents as indicated and per facility policy and procedure • Attend various facility meetings (care conferences, stand-up meetings, staff meetings, Medicare meetings, discharge plan meetings, etc.) as required. • Reports allegations of abuse or unusual occurrence per State and Federal Regulations and facility policy. Assists with a gathering of information relative to the event. • Initiates emergency procedures (including basic CPR) and provide emergency patient treatments • Participates in the facility’s infection control program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious disease among residents and staff. • Participates in procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. • Assists in orientation of newly assigned personnel as requested. • Assumes Charge responsibility following orientation period as requested. • Performs other position-related duties as assigned. • Supervise CNAs SUPERVISION • Make resident rounds to ensure appropriate care is being rendered, identifying, and making corrections as necessary • Meet with nursing personnel to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and/or the improvement of resident care • Assist the Charge Nurse in revision and distribution of nursing assignments as needed • Assist in the supervision and direction of nursing personnel • Participate in disciplinary action and evaluation of nursing personnel CONSUMER SERVICE • Presents a professional image to consumers through dress, behavior, and speech. • Treats residents/family members with dignity and respect • Responds to Resident and family concern(s) and assists in resolving grievances. Records grievances per facility policy LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) Staff Nurse ADDITIONAL DUTIES • Participate in the facility's Quality Assurance (QA) program as requested or needed. Assist in correcting findings and deficiencies from the Department of Health Services, Consultants, and the Quality Assurance Team as directed by the Director of Nursing. Actively participates in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement teams and activities • Ensures the protection of health information as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) • Participates in the facility’s Infection Control Program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious disease among residents and staff • Participate in procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. • Orient new staff members upon request • Participate in the facility's quality assurance (QA) program as requested or needed. Assist in correcting findings and deficiencies from the Department of Health Services, Consultants, and the Quality Assurance Team as directed by the Director of Nursing • Attend various facility meetings (care conferences, stand-up meetings, staff meetings, Medicare meetings, discharge plan meetings, etc.) as required • Attends in-services and educational classes to maintain nursing skills competency, and current knowledge for the standard of care and effective practices • Assumes Charge responsibility following orientation period as requested. • Performs other position-related duties as assign
Sutter Health

Nurse Manager, Surgery and PACU/ACU

$222,227.20 - $355,576 / year
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: CPMC-California Pacific Med Center - Mission Bernal Position Overview: Manages and provides operational and nursing leadership ensuring the quality of nursing care within preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative areas. Plans and organizes operations and resources to ensure effective and efficient delivery of patient care consistent with applicable laws, standards and regulations. Provides patient care and acts as a resource person to the staff and assures patient care needs are met in the department. Demonstrates critical thinking skills and, in collaboration with other disciplines, surgeons, anesthesiologists, is able to coordinate unit activities, staffing plans and contributes to resolving inter and intra departmental problems. Assesses the quality of care delivered and provides input for staff mentoring/evaluation, staffing, hiring, performance management and general daily operation of the unit.Establishes protocols and practices, ensuring compliance with department, affiliate, operating unit, and/or system standards, policies and procedures, the Joint Commission (TJC) standards, and applicable laws and regulations. Provides guidance and/or direct intervention in resolving challenging or complex situations. Job Description : EDUCATION: Other: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: RN-Registered Nurse of California BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE Department, Sansum: ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support Department, Sansum: PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 8 years recent relevant experience SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Solid understanding of operations and workflows and how department’s process/workflow impacts other department operations. Demonstrates understanding of business and operational requirements. Demonstrated leadership skills, including team building, and coaching/mentoring with the ability to motivate and engage others. Demonstrates solid clinical proficiency and knowledge to effectively plan and coordinate patient care consistent with applicable laws, standards and regulations. Working knowledge and thorough understanding of state/federal/local and/or accreditation standards and requirements as it relations to operations and organization, with the ability interpret and implement applicable standards and requirements. Demonstrates understanding of healthcare financial environment. Demonstrates ability to develop and manage a budget. Understands age specific needs in providing care to patient population served. Demonstrates tactical and analytical thinking and planning skills, and is able to develop plan to accomplish objectives, identify obstacles and resolve operational issues. Knowledge of emerging treads and how it impacts operations. Ability to build and establish effective working partnership with employees, peers and/or leaders to achieve business objectives. Demonstrates ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues. Verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle difficult circumstances and make sound business decisions with little direction. Demonstrates ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with changing business priorities. Organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects while delivering quality service and achieving business results. Demonstrates a customer service focus in all decisions and actions. Demonstrates ability to work/interact with a diverse population while respecting cultural and linguistic differences and fostering an inclusive work environment. Working knowledge of wage and hour laws. Job Shift: Day/Evening/Night Schedule: Full Time Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements: Every Weekend Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $222,227.20 to $355,576.00 / annual salary The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
UCSF Health

Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Nursery (BCH-Mission Bay)

Job Description Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team. Department Description The Intensive Care Nursery (ICN), founded in 1964, is a regional tertiary center and has the proud distinction of being one of the first neonatal intensive care units in the world. In addition to caring for extremely premature infants, the ICN also cares for infants with congenital anomalies in need of evaluation and surgical interventions. The ICN opened the first Neuro Intensive care unit for newborns in 2008. Today, the ICN continues to enjoy a reputation for being at the forefront of innovation in the fields of neonatology and fetal treatment. Neonatologists, neurologists, radiologists and nurses work to improve neuro developmental outcomes in very premature infants and full-term babies who are at high risk of neurological injury or have clinical evidence of encephalopathy, seizures or stroke. The ICN provides state of the art care for infants with neurological, gastrointestinal, renal and skeletal, cardiac and respiratory diseases. We are one of a few centers in Northern California that provides ECMO and are recognized as an ECMO Center of Excellence. Staff nurses are the backbone of the ICN. They provide comprehensive, compassionate and highly specialized care to the most fragile of infants and their families. In addition to providing direct patient care, staff nurses participate on unit-level committees, ensuring that each staff member has an active voice in the operation and function of the unit. Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining the knowledge and abilities essential to the performance of stated behaviors. Carries out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act. Accountable to the NURSE SVC SUPV 2 for overall work performance. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Minimum two (2) years of recent clinical RN experience in a level III Intensive Care Nursery with a surgical patient population Proficiency in providing care for the extreme low birth weight infants and neonates with congenital anomalies such as Pre-Operative Congenital Heart Disease This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Licensure/Certifications Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. Current healthcare provider CPR certification Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification About UCSF ABOUT US The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Anchor Health

RN Admission Nurse

Description Are you looking for a work place where you can make a genuine difference? Company Culture that feels supportive, genuine and appreciative of all? Anchor Health is committed to the communities of which we serve, the patients and families we have the honor of caring for and the EMPLOYEES who have chosen us as their work family. The registered nurse plans, organizes and directs hospice care services specific to each patient/family which includes instruction and evaluation in the home. The professional nurse is accountable to the Director of Patient Care Services for implementing the patient plan of care and communicating each patient needs to the Interdisciplinary team. The professional nurse is also responsible for communication and collaboration with community physicians as well as family members regarding individual patient care. Anchor Health offers competitive salaries, great benefits and a compassionate work environment. PRIMARY FUNCTION The Admissions Registered Nurse is an Interdisciplinary Team member whose primary responsibility is to present ANCHOR HEALTH services and philosophy to patients and families in a manner that results in the admission of appropriate patients. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED NURSE 1. Admissions Registered Nurse participates in the information gathering, analysis, education, and form completion aspects of the admissions process 2. Admissions Registered Nurse evaluates patients for hospice appropriateness, e.g. medical records review as requested. 3. Admissions Registered Nurse Obtains agreement for admission of referred patients and families who meet admission criteria. 4. Admissions Registered Nurse analyzes data collected by the admission staff or ANCHOR HEALTH clinicians to facilitate/obtain admission orders 5. Admissions Registered Nurse builds effective referral source relationships to support the high quality and responsiveness expectations associated with ANCHOR HEALTH. 6. Admissions Registered Nurse maintains clinical and professional competence. 7. Admissions Registered Nurse takes the initiative in developing effective relationships internally with the appropriate admissions and patient care resource persons. 8. Admissions Registered Nurse utilizes interpersonal skills to help appropriately educate and address any questions the patient and/or patients’ family has concerning hospice and palliative care. 9. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned JOB REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED NURSE 1. Admissions Registered Nurse has knowledge of the principles of the intake, admission, and transition to care process with the ability to further develop skills in these competency areas. 2. Admissions Registered Nurse has the ability to communicate effectively with patients and families, physicians, referral sources and colleagues. 3. Admissions Registered Nurse has the knowledge of clinical manifestations of diseases and ability to develop ANCHOR HEALTH specific clinical knowledge. 4. Admissions Registered Nurse has the ability to use the ANCHOR HEALTH information system and mobile technology platforms. 5. Admissions Registered Nurse has reliable means of transportation. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands of the Admissions Registered Nurse are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the Admissions Registered Nurse, the employee is regularly required to: 1. Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required. 2. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds 3. Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day The Admissions Registered Nurse will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch. DIRECTION RECEIVED The Admissions Registered Nurse reports to the Admissions Manager designated in the location. In the event the location does not have an Admissions Manager, the Admissions Registered Nurse will receive direction from the Patient Care Administrator or program designee QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ADMISSIONS REGISTERED NURSE 1. Graduate of a National League of Nursing accredited school of nursing. 2. Current licensure in State of CA and CPR certification. 3. Registered nurses shall have a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three (3) years; OR have a baccalaureate degree in nursing from a program accredited by the National League of Nursing and a current RN license. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience, at least one of which is in the area of public health, home care, or hospice nursing is preferred. 4. Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, basic math skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. Admissions Registered Nurse is expected to have strong presentation skills. 5. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing. Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment. Considerable reaching, stooping bending, kneeling and/or crouching. 6. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Benefits Include: Competitive compensation Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance Life insurance 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match Paid Time Off Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends. Hourly Rates from $58/hour and up dependent on experience as Hospice RN
Nurse Next Door San Mateo

Caregiver / Home Care Aide

Are you a compassionate caregiver who always wants to provide the best care possible? Do you love working with seniors for the purpose of Making Lives Better through Happier Aging? Do you want to make lives better and have the ability to drive your career? Nurse Next Door has the perfect opportunity for you!!! Nurse Next Door is dedicated to delivering flexible, premium care options to help seniors stay at home because we know home is the safest place to be. Do you want a flexible work schedule that fits with the other priorities in your life? Nurse Next Door is looking for Caregivers who can work 10 to 40 hours per week (no experience required)! We have flexible hours in the morning, afternoon, evening, and overnights. Job Description Summary A Home care aide is an individual authorized to provide nonmedical services and assistance to an elderly or disabled client. Care Is usually provided at the person’s home, or facility. Nurse Next Door affiliated home care aides shall be selected on the basis of such factors as a sympathetic attitude towards the care of the sick, ability to carry out directions, maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job. All affiliated Home care aides employed by Nurse Next Door to provide in-home care services will be 18 years old (or if under 18 years of age be a high school graduate or enrolled in a vocational education program) and have sufficient communication and language skills to enable them to perform their duties and interact effectively with clients and other agency staff. Home care aides must meet all registration, criminal background checks and training requirements as specified by the State of California Department of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau and Nurse Next Door policies. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities Responsibilities of the home care aide include, but are not limited to, the following- · Execute the client’s care plan as outlined by the Care Designer. · Help clients with their ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) that are within the scope of practice for a Registered Health Care Aide. · Assisting clients with personal hygiene such as skin, mouth, hair care, bathing and dressing. · Assisting clients in and out of bed, transfers, positioning and assisting with ambulation. · Assisting with prescribed exercises which clients and aides have been taught by appropriate health personnel. · Meal planning and preparation, including therapeutic diets, and assisting clients with eating. · Assisting clients to the bathroom or in using commodes, bedpans or urinals and incontinence care. · Performing household services including housekeeping, laundry, transportation, correspondence, making telephone calls, shopping for personal care items or groceries, and companionship. · Assisting clients with medications reminders which are ordinarily self-administered. · Reporting changes in the client's condition and needs to the administrator or care designer. · Completing records regarding services performed. · Driving to appointments or to run errands. · Accurately records all hours worked. · Remains alert throughout the shift in case client requires assistance, responds immediately to any such needs by providing the assistance required, or calling the Company for guidance. · Participating in all required entry-level and annual training requirements. · Maintaining an active home care aide registration with the State of Ca. Dept. of Social Services Home Care Services Bureau. · Other duties as assigned by the administrator or designee. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. Position Qualifications · At least 18 years of age. · Current registration with the State of California Home Care Aide Registry. We Provide paid training and help you with the registration process. · Completion of a criminal background check and disclosure of any criminal history or evidence of exemption. · Evidence of entry-level training or plan to complete paid training prior to client care and in accordance with CA regulations. · Evidence of tuberculosis testing and verification that the home care aide does not have active tuberculosis. · Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. · Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. · Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired. · Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene. · Valid driver’s license and auto insurance and/or reliable transportation required. Physical Demands · Regularly required to sit, use hands or fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear. · Required to reach with hands and arms. · Required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and taste or smell. · Must be able to lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move from 25 up to 50 pounds. · Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Schedule: Part time/ Full time/ Weekend/ flexible shift available COVID-19 considerations: Masked can be worn if the caregiver feels safer doing so and will not be sent to any client's home that has COVID-19 until they are better. Initial Training paid after successful Cpmpleteion of 9 shifts withing 30 days in good standing.
UCSF Health

Registered Nurse - ED

Job Description Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team. Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining the knowledge and abilities essential to the performance of stated behaviors. Carries out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act. Accountable to the NURSE SVC SUPV 2 for overall work performance. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Possession of the legal requirements to practice as a Registered Nurse as determined by the California Board of Registered Nursing Minimum of two (2) years of RN clinical experience in an Emergency Department setting Current Emergency Department RN experience Flexibility to orient and work at UCSF Stanyan and Hyde Emergency Departments Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of the position Preferred Qualifications Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) certification Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Experience with Cerner electronic medical record system Licensure And Certifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of California Current healthcare provider CPR certification Current healthcare provider Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification Current healthcare provider Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification About UCSF ABOUT US The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Sutter Health

Staff Nurse II, Emergency Dept

$83.66 - $113.22 / hour
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: MPHS-Mills-Peninsula Medical Center Position Overview: Accountable for the assessment, coordination, delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care in an acute patient setting. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in an assigned area. Develops, implements, and coordinates a plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws and regulations to promote an optimal patient experience. Job Description : EDUCATION: Other: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Preferred: Bachelor's degree CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: RN-Registered Nurse for the state where care is provided BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 2 years of recent relevant experience working in emergency department (ED). SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology. Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations. Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people. Time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize patient care, assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet time sensitive activities. Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook). Work independently as well as be part of the team, while accomplishing multiple interventions in an ever-changing environment. Ability to communicate and engage team members, patients and families in a variety of stressful situations. Use existing procedures and critical thinking to identify and solve routine or complex problems. Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI). Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. Job Shift: Evenings Schedule: Part Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: Every other Weekend Benefits: Yes Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 28 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $83.66 to $113.22 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Sutter Health

Staff Nurse II, Adult Psych 4EB

$79.67 - $107.79 / hour
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: ABSMC-Alta Bates Herrick Campus Position Overview: Accountable for the assessment, coordination, delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care in an acute patient setting. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in an assigned area. Develops, implements, and coordinates a plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws and regulations to promote an optimal patient experience. Job Description : EDUCATION Graduate from accredited school of nursing Required. BSN Preferred EXPERIENCE Minimum one year of clinical acute psychiatric experience Required. Two years Preferred. LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS Registered Nurse - State Licensure - RN Required Basic Life Support Certification - BLS Required Advanced Cardiac Life Support - ACLS Required SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Demonstrates working knowledge of patient care techniques, medications, treatments and general health care procedures. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Ability to: • provide basic patient care to a diverse patient population• read/interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations• write legibly and effectively present ideas, document activities• demonstrate leadership abilities• deal with problems involving several variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. DEPARTMENT-SPECIFIC SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE Completion of a hospital approved course on the management of assaultive behavior within three months of employment with an annual recertification. Completion of a mental health services approved training program on suicide assessment within one month of employment with an annual recertification. Job Shift: Nights Schedule: Part Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: Every other Weekend Benefits: Yes Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 32 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $79.67 to $107.79 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
UCSF Health

Registered Nurse

Job Description The Clinical Research Services (CRS) of the Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) integrates multiple clinical sites across San Francisco and Oakland that provide services to clinical research investigators.The CRS provides an array of services, such as Nursing Services, Sample Processing Laboratories, and Body Composition and Exercise Laboratories.The CRS is the largest NIH funded program in the Clinical and Translational Science Institute. The Nurse is responsible for the assessment of patient needs, implementation of research protocols and nursing interventions, and evaluation of outcomes.The Nurse is responsible for facilitating medical research based on individual protocol requirements data collection and/or collection of specimens within the CTSI Clinical Research Center for the implementation of approved protocols.This position requires professional nursing knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with other members of the health care team.The position requires the knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide competent patient care.The Nurse reports to the Assoc. Nursing Director or Charge Nurse for shift duties.The Nurse will collaborate with all interdisciplinary services. Responsibilities % of time Essential Function (Yes/No ) Key Responsibilities (To be completed by Supervisor) 75% Yes Clinical Assess patient care needs and gather information necessary to formulate a Assesses the protocol and nursing guidelines prior to implementation for potential ethical, safety, and implementation problems and recommends change to the appropriate staff. The Nurse analyzes and interprets signs and symptoms of adverse reactions, diagnostic tests, information received from physicians, and other healthcare team members. The Nurse assesses actual and potential patient problems/concerns that include physical, behavioral, psychosocial ability to participate in research study. The Nurse assesses and identifies new patient problems/concerns on an ongoing basis. The Nurse exercises judgment in planning nursing care in accordance with UCSF/CRC policies and procedures and in compliance with the research protocol. The Nurse implements a plan of care to facilitate the research study based on the individual protocol requirements. The Nurse performs research procedures skillfully and adheres to protocol instructions. The Nurse administers chemotherapy. Nurse implements new methods of symptom treatment and monitors patients progress. The Nurse explains, teaches, and reinforces patients’/families’ knowledge of study. The Nurse evaluates the care plan’s effectiveness in meeting the changing health needs of the patient.The Nurse demonstrates effective problem solving skills. The Nurse communicates pertinent information in a positive and effective manner. The Nurse coordinates clinical activities to ensure proper patient care. Acquires required supplies for collection of research data, obtaining specimens, and assisting in sample processing. Collaborates with clinical investigators, protocol staff, and CRC staff to insure smooth implementation of protocol requirements. Performs BLS and/or other specialized life support requirement designated by work area. Provides in-service education and research orientation to bedside nursing. Documents all procedures in the patient’s medical record. Successful completion of annual competency testing. Obtains specimens and performs simple laboratory processing procedures conforming to all policies and procedures related to specimen handling and processing. Complies with all Ambulatory Services and Medical Center policies and procedures for infection control, safety, administrative and clinical practice. Complies with activities mandated by Joint Commission/Title 22. nursing diagnosis. 10% Communication Creates a professional and positive first impression for patients and referring physicians. Demonstrates good judgment and common sense. Greets patients with a smile, making eye contact and taking time to acknowledge each person individually during check in. Addresses patient as Mr., Mrs. or Ms., as appropriate, unless requested by patient to use first name. At all times is focused on recognizing patients in need, whether in the CRS outpatient clinic or other areas of the hospital, offering assistance and a friendly word as appropriate. Consistently interacts personably and sensitively to patient, physician and employee needs. Actively listens to patient concerns and utilizes service recovery amenities as appropriate. Assists patients with issues and complaints utilizing conflict management skills. Identifies and communicates problems to the appropriate supervisor. Shares pertinent information and observations with other health team members. Notifies charge nurse of patient delays and service issues. Acts as an advocate for patients to help facilitate punctuality in seeing patients according to schedule. Communicates delays with front office team directly with patients, as needed 5% Sample Processing Maintains accuracy of specimen collection into proper media, i.e., specific test-required preservative(s) and containers. Instructs participants on specific specimen-collection procedures to acquire saliva and urine. Provides back-up processing support for specimens collected after-hours. Initiates processing, including specimen centrifuging and aliquoting for associate labs according to both laboratory policies/procedures and research protocols. Timely processing, temperature sensitivity, accurate pipetting and storage of specimens are essential. 10% General Performance Maintains and adheres to patient confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines including the distribution of NOPPs (Notice of Privacy Practices). Demonstrates courtesy and overt helpfulness in all interactions. Attends study start-up meetings for new protocols. Participates in team building by actively contributing during meetings and with staff and providers in discussion of all practice activities. Is an active participant in performance improvement projects and customer service initiatives. Rotate to other CRS sites to provide back-up coverage as needed. Other duties as assigned. 100% (To update total %, enter the amount of time in whole numbers (without the % symbol - e.g., 15, 20) then highlight the total sum (e.g., 1%) at the bottom of the column and press F9. The total sum should add up to 100%.) Qualifications Required Qualifications: Six (6) months of clinical experience RN expereince Baccalaureate degree in Nursing Attention to detail; strong interpersonal skills; excellent, effective verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with subjects, team members, other departments and outside institutions; and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while working with a diverse subject population. Ability to work well independently, complete projects in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects to ensure the completion of essential tasks by deadlines. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows. Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with patients, co-workers, & physicians. Demonstrated knowledge of Good Clinical Practice. Skills and experience necessary to successfully complete blood draws as well as start IV lines. Strict adherence to protocols and safety guidelines. Ability to use an electronic medical record system. Required Licenses And/or Certifications AHA BLS certification Current CA RN License APHON Certification for Pediatric Chemotherapy or Biotherapy Provider (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire) Preferred Qualifications 2 years of recent acute care hospital experience Prior clinical research experience. Prior experience using electronic medical record system (i.e., Epic) Experience with chemotherapy. About UCSF ABOUT US The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values . In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Salary Information The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
San Pablo Healthcare & Wellness Center

Director of Nursing Services Registered Nurse (RN)

Under the direction of the Administrator, the Director of Nursing Services Registered Nurse RN is responsible for the administration and management of Nursing Services to residents in accordance with orders of the physicians and total needs of the residents. Responsible for 24-hour supervision of Nursing Services. Director of Nursing Services Registered Nurse RN QUALIFICATIONS • A graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing. • Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state in which practicing. • Experienced or trained in nursing service administration, rehabilitation, psychiatric or geriatric nursing. • One or more years of demonstrated ability in nursing administration and/or supervision in a health facility. • Demonstrates knowledge of and ability to apply basic principles of nursing care and teaching. • Demonstrates leadership ability and capability to work effectively with all levels of personnel. • Maintains an interest and knowledge of current trends and new developments in nursing and health administration. • Demonstrates interest and ability to work effectively with the public. • A desire to work with geriatric and disabled persons. • Ability to generate enthusiasm and cooperation from others. • Ability to develop and maintain good interpersonal relationships. • Possession of good emotional and physical health. • Ability to communicate effectively in English through both speech and writing. • A genuine interest in and respect for people and a desire to be of service to them. • Ability to accept and work with persons with different social and cultural traits. • Ability to work in a long-term care environment. Director of Nursing Services Registered Nurse RN GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: GENERAL • Assumes ultimate responsibility for coordinating plans for the total care of each resident which comply with physician’s orders, governmental regulations and facility resident care policies. • Develops, maintains and upgrades nursing service objectives, standards for nursing practice, nursing procedure manuals and written job descriptions for each level of nursing personnel. • Participates in the recruitment, selection, hiring, orientation, training and dismissal of nursing personnel. Job Descriptions Manual Director of Nursing Services Registered Nurse (RN) • All Licensed Staff • Certified and Non-Certified Nursing Assistants • Restorative Nursing Assistants • Assists in controlling nursing service hours and supply costs, including recommendation for the number and type of nursing personnel to be employed and nursing service equipment and supply needs. • Participates in admission and discharge planning for residents. • Maintains contact with physicians as necessary according to resident needs, facility policies and governmental regulations. • Evaluates information to be shared with outside nursing personnel and allied services for continuity of resident care. • Assess community resources that may be utilized to improve resident care. • Maintains good interpersonal relationships with residents and their families, nursing personnel, allied professional services and the community. • Periodically visits residents to ensure maximum care and to ascertain need to additional or modified services. • Participates in professional organization activities, identifies and meets educations need of staff through meeting and in-service classes. • Attends and participates in all required meetings, conferences and policy making committees in the facility. • Promotes a safe environment within the facility, which includes fire and accident prevention, maintenance of sanitary conditions and assurance that all nursing personnel understand their roles in the event of a disaster or other disruption of services. • Assures that an adequate orientation and in-service training program is provided for all nursing personnel. • Confers daily with the Administrator regarding current status of nursing services and submits written reports as requested. SUPERVISION • Assigns duties and delegates responsibilities to nursing personnel according to their abilities. • Evaluates performance of nursing personnel reporting to her/him and maintains evaluation records. • Coordinates nursing service with other resident care services provided; such as physician, dietary, occupational, physical and speech therapies, resident activities, social services, medical records and business office. • Assures that a resident Plan of Care is established for each resident and that the plan is reviewed and modified as needed. • Encourages staff development and professional growth. • Assures adequate 24-hour nursing coverage in the facility each day. • Designates a responsible professional nurse to be in charge of the nursing service during the absence of the Nursing Director. • Provide close supervision and direction to the Charge Nurses to continually improve the nursing care of residents. • Reviews and corrects findings and deficiencies of Pharmacy Consultant, Department of Health Services, Dietary Consultant, Medical Records Consultant, Quality Assurance Team and prevent re- occurrence by implementation of recommendations and follow through. • Maintains quality assurance in facility by frequent nursing rounds and continuous assessment of resident conditions from admission through discharge. • Assumes responsibility for investigation of alleged abuse or unusual occurrence as outlined within our established policies and procedures. Job Descriptions Manual CONSUMER SERVICE • Presents professional image to consumers through dress, behavior and speech. • Adheres to Company standards for resolving consumer concerns. • Ensures that all resident rights are protected.
AHMC Healthcare

*STAFF NURSE II

Overview The Perioperative Nurse performs circulating and scrubbing duties for operative procedures. He/she is responsible to the Nurse Manager, Surgery/GI Lab, and works closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other members of the operative team to prepare the patient and the operating room for the intended surgical procedure. The Perioperative Nurse is independently responsible for the welfare and safety of the patient during the surgical procedure. Contributes to the team spirit and cohesiveness of the unit and nursing department. Contributes to the unit and department problem solving and issue resolution. Contributes to positive unit and interdepartmental communications and relationships. Communicates effectively, including speaking English, as appropriate.Maintains a professional attitude, demeanor and appearance, wears prescribed departmental uniform, wears identification name badge. Arrives punctually, takes appropriate time for breaks, uses sick time appropriately. Adheres to the departmental and Medical Center policies on scheduling, overtime, sick time and time off. Through a process of ongoing self-assessment, plans and implements steps to improve knowledge and skills. Attends assigned classes and in-services, staff meetings, reads all departmental communications and assigned materials. Maintains a safe environment, prevents/corrects hazardous conditions, reports accidents promptly. Uses appropriate body mechanics for all work assignments. Knowledgeable of the Medical Center’s Environment of Care plans and programs. Appropriately responds to all safety and emergency signals and notifications. Contributes to cost containment through the wise use of both human and material resources. Participates in the unit, departmental and Medical Center’s Quality Improvement Program, as assigned. Follows all unit, departmental and Medical Center Policies and Procedures. Demonstrates excellent Customer Service in all interactions. Demonstrates a knowledge of and competence in age-related patient care, as defined and documented in department standards. Responsibilities Assessment1. Assesses and collects health status data that is documented, retrievable, continuous and communicated to all health care team members, focusing on the emotional, physical, spiritual, educational, and pyschosocial needs of the patient/resident. a. Interviews the patient/resident/family/significant others on admission, and as needed, and completes an appropriate, documented detailed patient/resident history (admission Database.) b. Identifies actual and/or potential discharge needs and initiates a plan in collaboration with physician(s), case manager, and other health care team members. c. Prioritizes data collection as determined by the patient’s/resident’s immediate condition or needs. d. Correlates findings from all body systems to determine additional signs/symptoms that should be assessed. e. Recognizes deviations in development/age-specific behaviors and plans interventions, as appropriate, towards a return in normalcy of the patient/resident. Consistently and proficiently performs accurate patient/resident physical assessment, incorporating bio-psychosocial, age-specific, and spiritual needs, which are based upon clinical and theoretical knowledge.3. Interprets messages and subtle cues in patient/resident/family movements, gestures, physical appearances, facial expressions, etc., and validates their meaning with the individuals in a supportive/professional manner. 4. Identifies variables and relationships in data to assist in developing an individualized plan of care.5. Identifies effectiveness of patient’s/resident’s support systems. Nursing Diagnosis1. Uses analytical and critical thinking skills to assess data, symptomatology, and age-specific needs related to pathophysiologic processes to formulate nursing diagnostichypothesis. 2. Formulates a plan of care within the established time frame to specific unit, based on the identified problems as documented on the plan of care for continuous individualized care. 3. Nursing diagnoses are validated with patient/resident/significant others, and health care providers, when possible. Planning1. Develops a written individualized patient/resident plan of care using nursing diagnosis and establishes measurable expected outcomes in behavioral terms for planned nursinginterventions consistent with current scientific knowledge of disease, entities and human behavior.2. Develops realistic short-term goals for each problem, involving patient/resident/family, significant others, and health care providers, when appropriate with understanding of the developmental (age-specific) needs of the patient/resident. 3. Establishes priorities for care based on multi-disciplinary, teaching, discharge planning and age-specific needs.4. Outcomes: a.Are realistic in relation to the patient’s/resident’s present and potential capabilities. b. Are attainable in relation to resources available to the patient/resident. c. Include a time estimate for attainment. d. Provide direction for continuing care. e. Are documented. Interventions Orients patients/residents/families to physical environment and routines, ensures the documentation and safety of belongings, sets basic care priorities accommodating to changing needs, provides physical care/comfort measures, and assists with activities of daily living. 2. Processes or ensures timely processing of physicians’ orders, protocols, prescribed tests, procedures and treatments.3. Schedules and coordinates patient/resident care services (i.e., tests, therapies, procedures, etc.) to avoid delays in hospitalization, waste of resources and duplication of services. 4. Organized and priorities care based on individual needs and the overall activity of the unit.5. Prescribes, implements, and/or delegates, appropriate interventions (actions) to achieve stated or written measurable, expected outcomes to the identified problems in the plan of care. Delegation is based on consideration of health care team members competency, skills and abilities. 6. Coordinates the activities of team members in completing their diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. 7. Utilizes a variety of available resources (i.e. physicians, peers, other employees and administrative leaders), effectively and efficiently in providing care. 8. Performs general and specific nursing technical skills to individuals and groups of patients/residents utilizing equipment safely and properly and to avoid complications leading to additional services and/or prolonged hospitalization.9. Proficiently performs all procedures related to the area of practice. 10. Applies the principles of counseling, therapeutic communication, and teaching/learning in patient/resident interactions – demonstrating caring and compassionate behaviors. 11. Creates relationships that acknowledge and support patients’/residents’ rights to self-determination. 12. Identifies strategies in creating and maintaining positive patient/resident interactions while respecting their social/cultural values in therapy.13. Assess patients’/residents’ condition on an ongoing basis for changes and the appropriateness of the plan of care.14. Communicates significant changes in the patients’/residents’ condition to the appropriate health team members in a timely manner. Patient/Resident/Family Teaching1. Assesses patient/resident (and family if appropriate) learning (age-specific) needs, abilities, and readiness to learn and gives consideration to the patients’/residents’ family, cultural, religious, emotional, motivational, psychosocial, physical, cognitive and language status. 2. Assesses patient/resident and family interpretations of health and illness, in order to develop and appropriate teaching plan aimed at facilitating adaptation to illness/injury/limitations. 3. Provides an interpretation of conditions and gives rationale for procedures to patients/resident including expected and/or potential changes. 4. Negotiates with patients/residents, families, and health care team members in planning patient/resident-teaching strategies and in formulating a realistic discharge plan.5. Collaborates with other health care team members to identify patient/resident and family needs for teaching to achieve expected outcomes. Uses support services/resources to provide education and discharge planning. These include, but are not limited to: Social Services, Case Managers, Home Care, Wound Care, Diabetes Specialist, Dietician, Interpreters, Occupational Health, Physical Therapy, Infection Control Coordinator, Pharmacist, Community Resources, etc. 7. Records indicate that the patient’s/resident’s (and family’s if appropriate) learning needs concerning the following are identified and addressed: a. Safe use of medication b. Use of medical equipment c. Diet and nutrition d. Rehabilitation (if needed) e. Referral Services f. Follow-up care and how it’s obtained. g. The patient’s/resident’s and family’s responsibilities in the provision of care.8. Provides pre-operative/pre-procedure and post-operative/post-procedure teaching and documentsresponses and understanding of patient/resident and family.9. Assesses outcome data to determine effectiveness of education/counseling.10. Minimizes barriers to patient/resident education and/or health behavior changes by modifyingteaching methodologies based on ongoing assessment of patient/resident comprehension of material. Evaluation1. Evaluates the plan of care according to the current condition and changing needs of the patient/resident. Involves the patient/resident, family’s significant others and health care provider in the evaluation process. 2. Accurately and concisely documents on the appropriate medical record forms, the patients’/residents’ status and responses, including age-specific responses, to interventions given by all health care team members in reaching expected outcomes. 3. Evaluates the plan of care for patients/residents on a 24-hour basis or more often as indicated.4. Modifies the plan of care as needed based on changing patient/resident needs as determined by continuing assessment.Leadership, Professionalism, Self-Development, Teaching1. Teaches in accordance with established policies and procedures and serves as a preceptor/resource for new staff, orientees, and students.2. Provides formal/informal in-service programs to staff, students, and faculty, e.g., demonstratesrationale and use of complex/new equipment and/or procedures.3. Alerts faculty and students to educational opportunities and experiences that become available. 4. Readily acknowledges limitations of knowledge/skills and seeks assistance from appropriate resources in self-development including new equipment and products used in performance of job.5. Demonstrates awareness of legal implications in matters of patient/resident care and unit operations a. Documentation is legible, timely, comprehensive, and accurate. b. Follow established written policies and procedures.6. Consults others for validation and guidance in decision making, as necessary.7. Takes control of crisis situations, e.g., acting out, combativeness, withdrawn/suicidal patient/resident behaviors; internal disaster situation sin department, etc. Initiates appropriate actions and mobilizes others in situations of multiple and conflicting stimuli.8. Demonstrates appropriate leadership skills in the delegation of tasks and duties to other health care team members in order to promote quality patient/resident care. Identifies problems, offers solutions and uses sound judgement and ethical principles in their resolution.10. Gives constructive feedback to co-workers regarding care policies.11. Actively participates in achieving patient/resident, unit and Nursing Department goals/objectives. 12. Develops/updates/revises general teaching plans (as needed) for different patient/resident populations served.13. Demonstrates knowledge of the RN Scope of Practice and that of other team members, including the LVN Scope of Practice.14. Actively participates in ongoing performance improvement processes on the unit as well as the Nursing Department. Participates in peer review where appropriate and in the development and/or revision of nursing standards.15. Uses CQIP process to document any all unusual occurrences appropriately (includes reporting of ADVERSE DRUG REACTIONS). Interpersonal Relationships/Communication/Team Work1. Conveys ideas, concepts, and facts in a logical, understandable, and concise manner.2. Listens, comprehends and responds immediately to directions. 3. Uses oral and written skills to effectively communicate to others health care team members, patients/residents, and families, including speaking English, as per the Language policy, as appropriate. 4. Communicates verbally and non-verbally in a clear, caring and polite manner with all contacts; checks for understanding. 5. Recognizes and utilizes appropriate lines of communication and seeks guidance, direction and assistance when needed.6. Answers the telephone within 3 rings and patient/resident call system within 3 minutes courteously and relays calls or messages to the appropriate person in a timely manner.7. Initiates collaborative interchange with members of the health care team and chooses appropriate location and environment for verbalization of concerns.8. Facilitates the use of other professional/support roles in the delivery of patient/resident care. Adapts to changing workloads.9. Assigns and reassigns patient/resident care responsibilities considering skill/competency level of staff within the team in a timely, efficient manner to accommodate changes in patients’/residents’ needs. 10. Uses a problem-solving approach to resolving job-related issues.11. Directs and/or redirects criticisms to constructive discussion and minimizes role conflict andterritoriality.12. Fosters a cooperative effort in meeting the goals of the team and sharing the workload.13. Contributes to the team spirit of the department and positive interdepartmental relations.14. Participate sin physician rounds and encourage fellow staff to do the same, as appropriate. 15. Demonstrates awareness of unit (department) staff needs, provides feedback to Nurse Manager or designee and participates appropriately in providing staff.16. Delegates appropriately to team members, evaluates performance of tasks delegated and provides constructive feedback to team members. 17. Displays a caring, courteous attitude toward all patients, their families and visitors. 18. Responds quickly to the needs of patients, their families and visitors.19. Calls patients, their families and visitors by name, e.g., Mr. Or Mrs.20. Treats patients, their families and visitors with dignity and respect.21. Communicates effectively with angry or difficult patients, families, or visitors. 22. Resolves all patients’ questions and concerns quickly; if unable to do so, refers the issue to the appropriate individual.23. Demonstrates courtesy and respect for fellow employees, including volunteers and students. Identifies self and department on the telephone.25. Speaks in a polite and courteous manner on the telephone.26. On the telephone, offers assistance or takes a message. Accountability1. Demonstrates the ability to document pertinent information in the medical record using appropriate forms in an accurate, legible, timely, clear, and concise manner following established policy, for all assigned patients/residents. 2. Demonstrates competency in using the Nursing Process.3. Delivers care in a nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory manner. In accordance with the mission, philosophy, and values of the organization, it provides patient/resident care consistent with the standards of Seton Medical Center, the community and regulatory agencies.4. Demonstrates competency as documented on the Nursing Skills/Competency Checklist, Standardized Procedures and other certifications on an annual basis.5. Identifies conflicting medical orders and nursing interventions and tasks appropriate actions to resolve them.6. Demonstrates poise and proficiency in managing emergency situations under established protocols. a. Demonstrates appropriate prompt action in “Code Blue.” b. Demonstrates appropriate prompt action in “Code Red.” c. Rapidly recognizes and acts upon conditions which threaten the patient's/resident’s physical and emotional well-being.7. Demonstrates safety-conscious behavior including using proper body mechanics and principles in moving objects, consistent with the hospital's safety program, infection control policies/procedures, including universal precautions, hazardous waste management program and all policies and procedures.8. Notifies Manager or designee or any injury (completes Employee/Volunteer Accident Report), unusual occurrence, situation or compliant; necessary repairs, etc., in a timely manner.9. Safeguards the patient’s/resident’s rights as delineated in the “Patient Bill of Rights.” a. Assists patient/resident/family in decision making process by making pertinent factual information available and assists them in comprehending data as necessary. b. Obtains documented consent for procedures requiring it. c. Maintains confidentiality of all patient/resident information and their records. d. Assists patients/residents in maintaining dignity and treats all patients/residents with respect. e. Properly applies and monitors safety restraints per policy. f. Utilizes the Ethics Committee as necessary.10. Accepts responsibility and accountability for assignment and the quality of care provided by self and health care team.11. Actively contributes to cost containment in supply usage, staff utilization, proper use of equipment, etc. Evaluates factors related to safety, effectiveness, and cost when two or more practice options would result in the same expected outcome. 12. Maintains a professional attitude and appearance; wears a picture ID badge. Follows departmental dress code.13. Takes appropriate amount of time for breaks and ensures coverage of patients/residents, by other health care team members while on break.14. Complies to the sick time policy and arrives punctually and ready to work.15. Checks with and obtains approval from Manager or designee before using overtime.16. Maintains proof of current license(s), certification(s), and special training, e.g., BCLS, ACLS, PALS, etc., as required per area of practice.17. Membership and participation in professional and/or specialty nursing organizations is highly encouraged. Actively participates at staff meetings. Age-Specific1. Assesses for age-related physical limitations and common age-associated conditions.2. Assess for age-related safety needs.3. Considers age-related variances when analyzing vital signs and lab values.4. Provides for age-related nutritional, psychosocial and functional needs.5. Communicates verbally and non-verbally effectively with specific age-related or cultural populations served. 6. Varies communication technique and teaching style based on age-related and/or cultural background. 7. Develops a plan of care that incorporates identified pertinent age-related needs.8. Evaluates patient response to medications based on age-related pharmacokinetics and weights. 9. Evaluates patient response to treatment based on age-related physiological and/or psychosocial factors. Qualifications EDUCATION: ∙ Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. EXPERIENCE: ∙ Experience and training as a perioperative nurse.∙ 3-5 years of genral, cardiac, vascular, and thoracic operating room experience. ∙ Scrub tech preferred. Circulating Nurse preferred. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: ∙ Licensure as a Registered Nurse by the State of California required∙ AHA Provider BLS, ACLS∙ Membership in AORN desirable∙ Certification as a Perioperative Nurse encouraged
Sutter Health

Staff Nurse II, Intensive Care-Med/Surg

$79.67 - $107.79 / hour
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: ABSMC-Ashby Campus Position Overview: Accountable for the assessment, coordination, delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care in an acute patient setting. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in an assigned area. Develops, implements, and coordinates a plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital policies, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws and regulations to promote an optimal patient experience. Job Description : EDUCATION Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Required BSN Preferred EXPERIENCE Minimum one year of current experience in area of specialty Required LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS Registered Nurse - CA State Licensure - RN Required Basic Life Support Certification - BLS Required Advanced Cardiac Life Support - ACLS Required NIH Stroke Scale Certification - NIHSS Preferred upon hire and/ or within 2 weeks of starting orientation SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Demonstrates working knowledge of patient care techniques, medications, treatments and general health care procedures Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in fast-paced environment with changing priorities. Ability to: provide basic patient care to a diverse patient population read/interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations write legibly and effectively present ideas, document activities demonstrate leadership abilities deal with problems involving several variables in situations where only limited standardization exists Job Shift: Days Schedule: Part Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: Every other Weekend Benefits: Yes Unions: Yes Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 32 Employee Status: Regular Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines. Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $79.67 to $107.79 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
MarinHealth

Medical Assistant Lead, Cardiology, Multi-Site, (Larkspur/Novato/Petaluma/Napa/Sonoma), Full-Time, Days

$29.49 - $40.05 / hour
ABOUT MARINHEALTH Are you looking for a place where you are empowered to bring innovation to reality? Join MarinHealth, an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots throughout the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, an affiliation with UCSF Health, an ever-expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327-bed hospital in Greenbrae, and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. We attract healthcare’s most talented trailblazers who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the pioneering medicine of an academic medical center combined with an independent hospital's personalized, caring touch. MarinHealth is already realizing the benefits of impressive growth and has consistently earned high praise and accolades, including being Named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades, receiving a 5-star Ranking for Overall Hospital Quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others. Company: Prima Medical Foundation dba MarinHealth Medical Network Work Shift: 8 Hour (days) (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Job Description Summary: The Medical Assistant Lead is a critical part of the leadership team for the practice and coordinates with the Lead Front Office Coordinator, Specialty Leads (if any), and the Practice Leader to ensure the smooth running of the practice. The primary purpose of having a Lead Medical Assistant is to provide leadership as well as training within MA scope to the medical assisting team and coordinate the team to better serve both physicians and patients. Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions: Pay Range: $29.49 - $34.33 - $40.05 Essential Functions and Responsibilities: The Lead Medical Assistant will be responsible for the direct day-to-day supervision of the other members of the medical assisting team. This will include but not be limited to: Training: The Lead MA is well-versed in medical assisting practice and is able to train and teach new skills to new or less experienced medical assistants. This includes new and annual competency sign-offs in collaboration with the Clinical Operations Team. The Lead MA is great with computers and technology and learns new software well. The Lead MA will become an APeX super user and be able to assist clinicians and other MAs in better-utilizing APeX. The Lead MA keeps abreast of new medications and supervises the MA who coordinates our medication prescription refill program. The Lead MA manages the MA to Physician assignments and changes the utilization of staff as needed to ensure appropriate coverage for all physicians in the office. The Lead MA manages “Flow issues” to solve patient and clinician log jams that sometimes occur. The Lead MA will work with the Practice Leader and the front desk to lessen the frequency of these problems. The Lead MA assists the Lead Front Office Coordinator in managing communications between the front and back office, with an emphasis in enhancing and improving communication as needed. The Lead MA will develop a schedule for cleaning and stocking the rooms on a regular basis. The Lead MA will assign specific MAs to the rooms and then periodically check the work of each MA. Supervision of medical assisting side work. The Lead MA with the clinician group and Practice Leader will develop a list of Medical Assisting side work that needs to be completed. This list will be checked on a weekly basis to ensure that the back office stays neat, tidy, and well-organized. The Lead MA will work with the Practice Leader and clinicians in order to determine the equipment and supplies that should be in each room and will develop a standard positioning for each item in the room thereby allowing for the rooms to be consistently set up. The Lead MA or his or her designee will assume responsibility for ordering all of the medical supplies, vaccines, and injectables needed for the practice from approved vendors. The Lead MA will work with the MA doing the ordering to ensure that a once-per-month ordering paradigm is developed. The Lead MA will ensure that supplies are ordered in such a way that the practice seldom is out of a needed item. When a clinician requests a change in room set up or additional supplies or equipment not previously stocked, the Lead MA will work with the Practice Leader on Budget development and approval on the items. The Lead MA will work with the Practice Leader in evaluating vendors and vendor pricing during contract renewal time. The Lead MA and his or her designee will also check the emergency kit once per month to ensure there are no missing or expired meds or supplies. The Lead MA will actively participate in the employee hiring, review and disciplinary process for medical assisting staff. Feedback will be given to the physicians and Practice Leader as needed. The Lead MA will assist the other MAs by acting as a triage coordinator, helping the MAs to better organize their time and learn how to better serve the clinician group. The Lead MA provides backup support for the medical assistant team which includes all functions of a medical assistant The Lead MA is responsible for approving the PTO and timecards for the medical assistant staff, ensuring accurate reporting of time and attendance. Perform all other duties as required or assigned. This position may require working in multiple locations. Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. Licenses/Certifications: A Medical Assistant certification from an accredited program such as NHA and AMCA is required or other greater licensure. BLS Certification (American Heart Association) required. Experience: 5+ years of medical assisting experience, with progressive team leadership skills. Demonstrated leadership skills; one-year supervisory experience preferred. Demonstrated punctuality, reliability, and professionalism. Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills. Ability to multi-task. Knowledge of medical terminology. Demonstrated expertise in tactful and professional communication Experience with, and proficiency in, electronic medical records. Use of APeX software a plus. . Accommodation: Qualified applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application process by contacting Human Resources at 415-925-7040 or TalentAcquisition@mymarinhealth.org . C.A.R.E.S. Standards: MarinHealth seeks candidates ready to model our C.A.R.E.S. standards—Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety—which foster a healing, trust-based environment for patients and colleagues. Health & Immunizations: To protect employees, patients, and our community, MarinHealth requires measles, mumps, varicella, and annual influenza immunizations as a condition of employment (and annually thereafter). COVID-19 vaccination/booster remains strongly recommended. Medical or religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Compensation: The posted pay range complies with applicable law and reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Individual pay is set by skills, experience, qualifications, and internal/market equity, consistent with MarinHealth’s compensation philosophy. Positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by those agreements. Equal Employment: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.
Driftwood Healthcare Center-Hayward

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT / ALL SHIFTS

$24 - $26 / hour
FUNCTION Cares for residents under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or a licensed practical/vocational nurse. QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Minimum Qualifications: • Freedom from illegal use of drugs • Freedom from use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. • Anyone found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting, or mistreating individuals in health care related setting are ineligible for employment in the position. Education and/or Experience: Minimum High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. Certificates, Licensees, Registrations: Graduate of a state approved nursing assistant training program and passed a state approved competency examination (written and skills) within 120 days of employment; name entered into state nurse aide registry. LANGUAGE SKILLS Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary care setting with residents, families and staff members. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add and subtract three digit numbers; calculate percentage of whole; measure in cubic centimeters (cc’s); measure in feet and inches. Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, length and height. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES N/A ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key functions. Care and Services: • Take and records vital signs • Measures and records height and weight • Calculates and records weight gain or loss • Calculate and records fluid intake and output • Cares for the resident’s environment • Recognizes abnormal changes in body functioning and importance of reporting such changes to a supervisor • Cares for residents when death is imminent • Makes routine rounds on each assigned resident every two hours • Bathes residents • Assist with grooming, including mouth care • Dresses residents • Toilet residents • Assist with eating and hydration • Use proper feeding techniques • Calculates and records percentage of meal eaten • Observe resident’s skin when giving care and reports changes to license nurse • Provides skin care • Transfer, position and turns residents • Meets residents’ mental health and social service needs • Modifies own behavior in response to resident’s behaviors • Allows residents to make personal choices • Provides and reinforces other behavior consistent with the residents’ dignity. • Uses the residents’ families as a source of emotional support. • Contributes to the resident’s assessment (MDS/CAA) and the plan of care. • Provides nursing rehabilitation/restorative nursing services: - Promote resident’s ability to adopt and adjust to living as independently as possible - Trains the resident in self-care according to the resident’s abilities - Trains the resident in the use of assistive devices for transferring, walking and mobility. Dressing and grooming, eating and swallowing - Maintains range of motion; proper turning and positioning in bed and chair - Provides bladder and bowel retraining - Instructs the resident on the care and use of prosthetic and orthotic devices - Incorporates training and skill practice activities which include repetition, physical or verbal cueing and task segmentation • Care for residents with dementia: - Knows how to respond to residents’ behaviors - Allows residents to make personal choices - Provides and reinforces other behavior consistent with residents’ dignity - Uses the residents’ families as a source of emotional support - Demonstrates a basic understanding of behavior and functional symptoms associated with dementia by providing interventions and treatments to help reduce these symptoms - Uses modification in the presentation of activities of daily living to maintain and maximize resident competencies and function - Uses effective intervention techniques to address behavioral concerns - Acts as a facilitator for activity programming - Demonstrates effective communication techniques for persons with dementia • Provides non-resident care including, but not limited to: - Washing wheelchairs - Cleaning soiled utility areas - Cleaning nurses’ station - Cleaning shower and whirlpool rooms - Cleaning kitchen areas on the nursing unit • Provides transporation of residents to and from hospital and medical appointments RESIDENT RIGHTS Promotes and protects resident’s rights, assists residents to make informed decision, treats residents with dignity and respect, protects residents’ personal belongings, reports suspected abused or neglect, avoids the need for physical restraints in accordance with current professional standards and, supports independent expression, choice and decision-making consistent with applicable law and regulation. LEADERSHIP Demonstrates willingness to try new tasks; generates new ideas for change; evaluates and recognized priorities, challenges others to learn; keeps current and integrates new information, communicates and models organization values; and fosters high performance. PROCESS IMPROVEMENT Applies process improvement methods and techniques and identifies processes for improvement in daily work. ENVIRONMENT OF CARE Demonstrates understanding of fire and emergency procedures; participates in fire and disaster drills; demonstrates understanding of safety and security procedures; applies safety and security precautions; demonstrates understanding of hazardous materials plan; demonstrates proper use of equipment. INFECTION CONTROL Applies hand washing principles during daily work; demonstrates understanding of isolation precautions; recognizes signs and symptoms of infection and complies with the employee health program; demonstrates understanding of the process for identifying and handling infectious waste; maintains personal hygiene; complies with OSHA standards in the workplace; and demonstrates understanding of cross-contamination. INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Enters or records data timely and accurately; protects confidentiality of resident information, protects data against loss or destruction, reports suspected violation of security/confidentiality issues. Monitors and complies with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Demonstrates active listening techniques, gains support through effective relationships, treats others with dignity and respect; and seeks feedback. CONTINUING EDUCATION Attends in-service and education programs; attends continuing education required for maintenance certification. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands describes here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance and stoop or kneel. The employee on occasion will assist to lift and/or transfer Residents weighing between 100 to 250 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and peripheral vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics describes here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. THER REQUIREMENTS Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident’s protected health information. Monitors and oversees facility’s efforts to comply with company policies, procedures and state and federal law. By his / her signature below, employee agrees to adhere to and oversee communication of privacy guidelines relative to the confidentiality of residents’ protected health information. JOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW I understand this job description, its requirements and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the job duties may be altered from time to time. SALARY RANGE: $24.00 to $26.00 PER HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

Medical Assistant II

$27.57 - $33.08 / hour
Company Description Packard Children’s Health Alliance is a network associated with Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital and the Stanford School of Medicine. We bring the best community physicians together in a network that provides healthcare for children and expectant mothers from the Bay Area. In fact, we’re proud to be the only Bay Area medical network with an exclusive focus on women and children, and we understand the unique value provided by our more than 650 leading pediatricians and obstetrician/gynecologists. What’s more, we’re growing fast. Job ID: PC_00024567-42926 Job Description Under general supervision, the Medical Assistant II performs a variety of routine administrative, clerical and technical supportive services to assist medical and nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients.The Medical Assistant II functions as both a Clinic Assistant and a Medical Assistant. Works under the clinical supervision of a licensed physician or as delegated by the physician for patient care activities, and under the general direction of the designated manager/supervisor. Essential Functions The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Employees must abide by Stanford Children’s Health guidelines including but not limited to PCARES, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients’ rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with Stanford Children’s Health policies, licensure and health screenings. Administrative Duties Answers multi-line phone, screens and routes calls, takes messages for clinic staff and physicians. Schedules and edits patient physician appointments for new and returning patients. Schedules consultations with other clinics or physicians as needed. Greets patients and request that patients and visitors be seated in the waiting room and communicate unexpected delays as needed. Collects patient demographic and insurance data. Determines and documents need for signatures for conditions of registration. Identifies and obtains services requiring authorization and appropriate process for the payer type. Informs new and returning patients of authorization and payment. Collects and posts co-pays. Obtains required signatures. Maintains records in accordance with guidelines. Files and retrieves electronic medical records Prints and uses scheduling reports. Retrieves and prepares patients charts. CLINICAL DUTIES Prepares the necessary equipment and supplies for exam. Maintains inventory of supplies in examination rooms, replenishes as required. Maintains clean and orderly exam rooms, hallways and work areas. Escorts patient to exam room; measures and records vital signs. Prepares patient for examination or treatment and performs routine screening tests. Explains treatment procedures to patients. Reports patient’s concerns and symptoms, reactions, changes (appropriate to age) to licensed clinic personnel. Documents clinical information, including patient phone calls and maintains accurate and complete patient documentation according to medical profession standards. Assists physicians with procedure set-ups, patient procedures and examinations. Administers medication by intradermal, subcutaneous, or intramuscular injections, performs skin tests, venipunctures and other technical supportive services upon the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician or nurse. Collects and sends specimens to appropriate labs for testing per protocol. Processes requests for prescription refills according to established practice. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying. Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Completion of all requirements in a recognized Medical Assistant training program. Experience: One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience. Licensure/Certification: Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Knowledge of medical terminology. Knowledge of inventory management practices. Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area Ability to educate patients and/or families as to the nature of disease and to provide instruction on proper care and treatment according to physician protocols, guidelines or instructions. Ability to perform standard clinical procedures according to established protocols. Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to deal with diverse patient/family interactions and demonstrate customer service skills in interactions with all patients, families and staff, including high volume and stressful situations Ability to solve problems and identify solutions Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and handle a high volume of interactions (phones, patients, etc.) Ability to field phone calls and answer questions. Ability to multi-task and to change priorities regularly. Ability to adjust communications to fit the needs and level of understanding of the receiver. Ability to exercise calmness in fast paced and high-volume environment. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Human Resources department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Risk of Exposure to Bloodborne PathogensTasks involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. The potential for spills or splashes of blood, body fluids, tissues exist in job related tasks. Additional Information Pay Range Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range. Minimum to Midpoint Range (Hourly): $27.57 to $33.08 Stanford Medicine Children's Health (SMCH) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SMCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.