Overview The Staff Nurse is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for the assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients and their families in compliance with the standards for care at AHMC Seton Medical Center. Responsibilities POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES (other duties may be assigned) Clinical Practice: Nursing Assesses , collects and documents health assessment data focusing on the physical, emotional, spiritual, psychosocial and educational needs of the patient considering the planned procedure for which the patient is scheduled Interviews the patient/family/significant other to complete nursing assessment. Reviews scheduled procedure, and physicians orders Identifies actual and potential needs and determines priority Identifies barriers to learning. Performs ongoing assessment as indicated by changes in status. Plans nursing care, based on assessment, knowledge of the surgical planned procedure, data collection such as lab results and radiological exams. Develops realistic goals for the pre and post care,including safety, infection control, pain control and temperature modulation. Incorporates National Patient Safety Goals into the plan of care. Plan demonstrates understanding of age-related needs of the patient. Collaborates with physicians, and post op nursing units to plan for discharge needs Implements the plan of care including prescribed procedures. Incorporate the National Patient Safety Goals in the implementation of the plan of care. Organizes and prioritizes care based on individual patient needs, requirements of the procedure, and preferences of the cardiologist, surgeon and anesthesiologist. Assesses for changes in patient’s condition and appropriateness of the plan. Initiates interventions using appropriate clinical expertise and knowledge. As Primary Nurse, coordinates the activities of health care team members in completing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. . Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing care delivered to reach the expected outcome. a) Evaluates the plan of care according to the current condition and changing needs of the patient. b) Accurately and concisely documents the patient’s status and response to the care delivered. Clinical Practice: PeriOperative Nursing . Utilizing professional nursing knowledge and skills. Appropriately assesses for: Physical and psychosocial-emotional needs. Barriers to learning. Educational/learning needs. Discharge needs. Age-related needs. Analyzes patient related data, such as vital signs, medical history and physical exam findings, laboratory values and other information, including age-specific criteria, to determine appropriate care. Uses knowledge of the equipment, supplies instrumentation appropriate for the surgical procedure to prepare for appropriate care. Guides and supervises members of the perioperative team in the preparation of the operating room for the intended surgical procedure. Coordinate effectively with the members of the team, including physicians, technicians, Charge Nurses and other departments to coordinate care. Effectively performs procedures, such as initiation of IV catheters and administration of fluids and medication, within the scope of practice, and unit, department and Medical Center policies and procedures. Effectively performs other nursing procedures/skills, such as cardiac monitoring, rhythm interpretation, defibrillation, monitoring of conscious sedation, etc., based completed specialty training and scope of practice, and unit, department and Medical Center policies and procedures. Appropriately recognizes and quickly responds to emergency medical situations. a) Accurately assesses “C-A-Bs.” b) Initiates appropriate emergency treatment, i.e., CPR, O2, etc. c) Communicates critical information to other team members. d) Maintains competencies required by the department: e) Extubation f) Removal of the sheath in post cath patients g) Discharge of outpatients against criteria Maintains all required credentials and training (CA RN license, BLS, ACLS, PALS). Remains current in practices/procedures through attendance at continuing education events, in-services and the review of professional literature. Integrates/applies new knowledge from education and research into clinical practice. Demonstrates knowledge of and competence in age-related patient care. Consistently demonstrates knowledge of state and federal regulations, such as Title XXII. Follows all TJC, CMS,CDPH guidelines. Consistently completes required documentation of the perioperative visit. Consistently demonstrates caring and compassion through behaviors and interactions in performance of all duties, recognizing the inherent worth and dignity of patients, families, other staff and physicians. Qualifications EDUCATION: Graduated from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred EXPERIENCE: Experience and training as an ICU nurse CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Licensure as a Registered Nurse by the State of California required Current BLS certification by American Heart Association Current ACLS certification by American Heart Association OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE: Training and skills in specific to post anesthesia care Ability to perform the duties of the pre-op nurse Ability to perform the duties of the pre-assessment nurse Ability to administer moderate sedation according to policy under the direction of the physician
Responsibilities Fremont Hospital is looking for a dynamic Nurse Manager! If you have a desire to work in an engaging environment with a team of professionals dedicated to the healing and health of the patients we serve, we want to hear from you! At Fremont Hospital, our Nurse Manager is responsible for ensuring coordinated delivery of patient care in accordance with the established standards of care, mental health practice and hospital policy, goals and objectives. This position assists in contributing to the hospital's philosophy, objectives, educational and Performance & Improvement efforts, while providing supervision to the nursing staff assigned to his/her unit. Primary Responsibilities Provides supervision to the nursing staff and acts as a resource for hospital policies and procedures. Participates in the facility's Performance Improvement Program. Acts as the patient's advocate and assure that patient rights are upheld. Acts as a behavioral model of clinical and procedural expertise to other staff members through demonstration, teaching and mutual consultation. Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements. Maintains nursing operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational, and personnel policies and procedures. Assures quality of care by developing and interpreting hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care; enforcing adherence to state board of nursing and state nurse practice act requirements and to other governing agency regulations; measuring health outcomes against standards; making or recommending adjustments. Maintains nursing staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training nurses and auxiliary staff. Completes patient care requirements by scheduling and assigning nursing and staff; following up on work results. Maintains nursing staff job results by coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Provides information to patients and health care team by answering questions and requests. Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Fremont Hospital is a fully accredited, 148-bed private inpatient psychiatric hospital providing quality care for adolescents, adults and seniors. Dedicated to hope, healing and recovery, we are working to transform the delivery of healthcare. Fremont Hospital is located in the city of Fremont’s medical community, easily accessible to bay area residents. Our facility provides a continuum of services through assessments, inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. We are committed to meeting the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Your passion, inspiration and talents are invaluable tools to recovering those struggling with mental illness. Fremont Hospital offers comprehensive benefits, such as: Challenging and rewarding work environment Tuition Assistance Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations! HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Commuting to Fremont Hospital is easy! It is conveniently located near public transportation options such as AC Transit, BART, and the ACE Train. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters. Qualifications Education : Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing required, Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience in psychiatric nursing management. Experience: Three (3) years experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred. Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the State Board of Nursing and is in good standing. Additional Requirements: Thorough knowledge of TJC, CMS, OSHA requirements, and state and federal regulatory requirements. CPR (AED) certification must be obtained prior to the completion of orientation.
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
