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Description Job Title: RN/LPN - Senior Care: FT, Weeknights Reports To: Charge Nurse/Director Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members about changes in patient’s clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Demonstrates ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and patient’s clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the resident care unit’s policies and procedures. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived tests results. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified patient learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level of licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Coordinates and supervises patient care. Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader, co-workers and physicians. Meets current documentation standards and policies. Response to the patient is appropriate in emergency or physically distressful situation. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. RN's - Performs other duties as assigned within the RN scope of practice. LPN's - Performs other duties as assigned within the LPN scope of practice. LPN's - Coordinates and supervises patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Requirements Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually, or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Regulatory Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. RN's - Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of Arkansas. LPN's - Current LPN licensure within the state of Arkansas. Current BLS certification. Language Skills: • Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. • Additional languages preferred. Skills: • Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: • Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. • This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

Surgical Tech

4 days ago

Surgery Technologist FT with Call Rotation

Description Job Title: Surgery Technologist FT M-F 6:30A-3:00P W/Call Rotation Reports To: RN; Nurse Director Job Summary: Addresses the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist continuously and as needed about patient condition. Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures. Ensures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure. Monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies. Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments. Participates in performance improvement activities. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Interacts professionally with patient and family. Provides patient with explanations and verbal reassurance, as necessary. Notifies appropriate licensed staff when patient complains of pain. Adapts procedures to meet individual needs of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients for treatment. Prepares room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment for each individual surgical procedure. Demonstrates competence in care of specimens and accurately handles specimens at all times. Assists in positioning, prepping and draping of patients for surgical procedures. Accurately completes operating room counts (instruments, sponges, needles); follows proper procedure in the event of incorrect count; reports all discrepancies to Circulating RN and surgeon and/or corrects immediately. Carries out medical/surgical asepsis during treatments/procedures. Maintains safe environment for patient, co-workers and self, per hospital policies and procedures. Checks all equipment/instruments needed, prior to each procedure to ensure proper functioning. Protects patient’s sensitivities and right to privacy; closely observes patient with minimal disturbance. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Follows aseptic technique, when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Sets up, scrubs and prepares for procedures at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled time. Always maintains an orderly and sterile instrument table for the purpose of efficiency; follows department standard set up. Anticipates needs of surgeon during intraoperative phase. Cleans and prepares rooms between procedures and after last case; restocks supplies, when necessary and organizes effectively for end-of-case clean up. Is fully responsible for care of instruments/equipment during intra/postoperative phase, including cleaning and processing of instruments. Follows written procedures for steam sterilization; knows responsibilities and the necessity for chemical and biological monitoring. Consults with other staff members, when in question or unfamiliar with equipment or procedure. Regularly collaborates with other members of the nursing team, in order to maintain equipment and supplies for surgical procedures. Establishes and maintains effective communication and good working relationship with co-workers for the patient’s benefit. Requirements Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Regulatory Requirements: Minimum High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred Graduate of a Surgical Technology program. Current BLS Certification. Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred. Skills: Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

RN - Labor & Delivery; PRN

Description Job Title: RN - Labor & Delivery; PRN Supervised by: Nurse Manager Job Summary: Provides direct patient care in the Labor and Delivery setting. Provides assessment and planning for individualized patient care. Communicates with physicians about changes in patient’s clinical condition including fetal monitoring and results of diagnostic studies. Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Performs general nursing duties in all Maternal-Child Health departments with adequate supervision. Participates in performance improvement activities. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Able to assess neonate at delivery and perform neonatal resuscitation according to AHA/AAP guidelines. Ability to conduct antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum assessments. Demonstrates knowledge of fetal monitoring. Identifies FHR patterns and treats appropriately. Ability to assess presenting part by Leopold Maneuver and/or digital exam. Ability to assess fetal cardiac activity with ultrasound transducer and contraction activity with Toco transducer. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Requirements Regulatory Requirements Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Certification and Basic to Intermediate fetal monitoring course. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of practice. Current BLS certification. Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred. Skills: Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

RN - Labor & Delivery; PRN

Description Job Title: RN - Labor & Delivery; PRN Supervised by: Nurse Manager Job Summary: Provides direct patient care in the Labor and Delivery setting. Provides assessment and planning for individualized patient care. Communicates with physicians about changes in patient’s clinical condition including fetal monitoring and results of diagnostic studies. Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Performs general nursing duties in all Maternal-Child Health departments with adequate supervision. Participates in performance improvement activities. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Able to assess neonate at delivery and perform neonatal resuscitation according to AHA/AAP guidelines. Ability to conduct antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum assessments. Demonstrates knowledge of fetal monitoring. Identifies FHR patterns and treats appropriately. Ability to assess presenting part by Leopold Maneuver and/or digital exam. Ability to assess fetal cardiac activity with ultrasound transducer and contraction activity with Toco transducer. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Requirements Regulatory Requirements Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Certification and Basic to Intermediate fetal monitoring course. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of practice. Current BLS certification. Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred. Skills: Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

CMA

4 days ago

ADMISSIONS SPECIALIST - PRN

Description Job Title: Admissions Specialist - PRN, shift varies Reports to: Admissions Director POSITION SUMMARY Interviews patient or representative and enters patient’s demographic information in the computer. Obtains insurance precertification, if required, for inpatients and observations. Preadmits patients. Answers multi-line telephone. Greets the public, patients, and visitors and directs them to the proper location. POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES Collects and enters accurate demographic and financial data for patient registrations. Tears down charts, makes required copies, and distributes. Advance understanding of Insurance payors. Verifies Medicaid coverage and assigns PCP, if necessary. Accurately completes procedures for discharges and transfers. Checks insurance cards for requirements regarding physician referrals and precertification. Pre notification of inpatient stays with insurance. Assignment of ICD-10 CM and CPT codes for initial authorization of Inpatient and Observation stays. Pre-registers patients for scheduled admissions and outpatient services, verifying that prior authorization and physician referrals are in place, if required by their insurance company. Reviews and makes corrections to patient charts. Answers multi-line department telephone. Transferring calls to the appropriate location and relaying verbal and written messages accurately and promptly. Answers main telephone, when necessary, when that area is not manned. Operates the public address system Gives instructions to visitors and patients. Uses the computer to post walk-in payments and prints receipts. Write receipts for General Ledger payments. Reconciles cash drawer with receipts and forwards payments to cashier. Knows how to operate and maintain departmental equipment. Logs patient valuables in and out of the hospital safe. Deals with the public utilizing guest relation skills. Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings. Follows hospital policy on confidentiality. Rotates holidays and fills in on weekends, when needed. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Requirements JOB SPECIFICATIONS Minimum education: High school or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum experience Two or three years' experience in patient registration desired. One year experience in ICD-10CM and CPT coding experience. Insurance notification experience. Excellent organization skills. Skills, Administrative: Insurance pre notifications, audit registrations, answer multi-line telephone, interview patients. Skills, Machine: Telephone, computer, fax, copier, calculator. Working conditions Subject to many interruptions. Occasional pressure due to multiple inquiries. May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases. Physical demands: Light physical effort, mostly sedentary work. Occasional standing, walking, and lifting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

CNA

1 week ago

CNA/MHT - Senior Care; FT, Weekdays

Description Job Title: CNA/MHT - Senior Care; FT, Weekdays Reports To: RN/Charge Nurse Job Summary: Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse in charge of the team and/or unit. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Provides basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients within the nursing assistant’s scope of practice that includes actions that meet psychosocial needs and physical needs. Provides general aspects of care that meet psychosocial or physical needs or both simultaneously, within the nursing assistant’s scope of practice. Meets communication needs of patients. Demonstrates performance reflecting the initiative and responsibility expected of a nursing assistant. Performs other duties as assigned, within the Nursing Assistant’s scope of practice. Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patient. Performs basic patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Notifies appropriate licensed staff when patient complains of pain. Demonstrates ability to communicate to the nurse any observed changes in patient status and responses. Maintains awareness of the needs of the pediatric, geriatric and general patient population. Demonstrates ability to assist with feeding patients and maintaining fluid balance with technique appropriate for patient’s age and physical condition. Provides explanation to patient and family prior to administering care to patient; answers questions within scope of practice. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services within scope of practice. Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader, co-workers and physicians. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Responds to patient in emergency or physically distressful situations. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Meets current documentation standards and policies and completes within shift. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care under the direct supervision of an RN. Demonstrates knowledge of disease entities. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually, or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Requirements Regulatory Requirements: · Preferred High School graduate or equivalent. · Successful completion of certified nursing assistant program. · Current BLS certification. Language Skills: · Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. · Additional languages preferred. Skills: · Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: · Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. · This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

CMT

1 week ago

Lab Assistant, PRN

Description Job Title: Laboratory Assistant, PRN Supervised by : Laboratory Director Job Summary: Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing various equipment, media and work areas in the Clinical Laboratory. Maintains Clinical Laboratory inventory and performs various plating of specimens and staining under the supervision of the Laboratory Manager. Participates in performance improvement activities. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Consistently draws blood competently and expediently with as little patient discomfort as possible. Records phlebotomy requisitions in logbook. Identifies the patient - comparing patient information on the requisition to the patient’s identification band before venipuncture is performed. Displays courteous, professional manner towards patients, co-workers, nursing and medical staff. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Labels and records all test tubes, logs procedures, files paperwork. Is knowledgeable about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements. Follows Standard Precautions at all times. Disposes all sharps in a rigid sharps container. Cleans and supplies venipuncture trays. Maintains work areas. Orders supplies when needed. Requires minimal supervision in performance of job duties. Completes duties in a time efficient manner, knows how to prioritize STAT orders, ASAP orders, scheduled orders and outpatients. Seeks guidance and direction as necessary. Demonstrates the value of team concept on a consistent basis. Assists laboratory technician, does clerical work when needed. Follows policies and procedures for the Clinical Laboratory and the hospital. Performs routine and stat laboratory assays. Performs qualitative urine analysis; color, clarity, specific gravity. Demonstrates knowledge of expected lab results for the infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient. Makes Medical Technologist and/or Pathologist aware of abnormal results, panic values. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Follows standard precautions at all times. Operates and maintains equipment correctly and safely, including calibration of instruments. Maintains quality results by running standards and controls; verifies equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and advanced troubleshooting; monitors quality control measures and protocols. Identifies the presence or quantity of drugs of abuse, therapeutic drugs and toxic substances by operating toxicology instrumentation and performing manual methods for the performance of drug screens, blood alcohol levels and carbon monoxide levels. Provides test results for patient diagnosis and treatment by operating chemistry equipment, performing hand chemistries. Operates hematology, urinalysis and coagulation equipment; performing manual methods of differentials. Operates equipment such as the gamma counter, spectrophotometer, densitometer, and through methods such as radioimmunoassay, enzyme immunoassay and serological testing. Performs technical procedures for the identification or susceptibility of bacteria, parasites, fungi and mycobacteria. Uses hospital approved disinfectants for cleaning. Dries appropriate glassware in heating oven before storing in designated areas. Sterilizes bacteriology media and contaminated materials using the autoclave. Prepares liquid powder and crystalline chemicals to prepare stains, solutions and culture media following established formulas. Uses a simplified balance to weigh chemicals. Responsible for plating all cultures including fungus, acid fast and routine cultures on all specimens submitted to the Clinical Laboratory. Responsible for performing all routine stains on submitted specimens, including gram stains and Wright’s stains. Responsible for inventory in laboratory storeroom. Reports needed supplies to Medical Technologist. Initiates the meeting of responsibilities without prompting. Demonstrates the values of team concept on a consistent basis. Submits suggestions to improve the Clinical Laboratory’s efficiency. Interacts with other Clinical Laboratory staff in a professional manner. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually or reads and returns all staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department. Requirements Regulatory Requirements: · High school graduate or equivalent. · Certification as a medical technician preferred. L anguage Skills: · Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. · Additional languages preferred. Skills: · Basic computer knowledge required. Physical Demands: · Normal hospital environment. Exposure to biological hazards via venous punctures. Close eye work. Hearing within normal range. Oral communication with patients. Operates computer terminals and printers, centrifuges, lab refrigerator and freezers, and telephone. Continuous standing and walking. Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds. Occasional pushing/pulling up to 40 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

Surgical Tech

3 weeks ago

Surgery Technologist FT with Call Rotation

Description Job Title: Surgery Technologist FT M-F 6:30A-3:00P W/Call Rotation Reports To: RN; Nurse Director Job Summary: Addresses the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the surgical environment. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist continuously and as needed about patient condition. Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures. Ensures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure. Monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies. Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments. Participates in performance improvement activities. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Interacts professionally with patient and family. Provides patient with explanations and verbal reassurance, as necessary. Notifies appropriate licensed staff when patient complains of pain. Adapts procedures to meet individual needs of neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients for treatment. Prepares room in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment for each individual surgical procedure. Demonstrates competence in care of specimens and accurately handles specimens at all times. Assists in positioning, prepping and draping of patients for surgical procedures. Accurately completes operating room counts (instruments, sponges, needles); follows proper procedure in the event of incorrect count; reports all discrepancies to Circulating RN and surgeon and/or corrects immediately. Carries out medical/surgical asepsis during treatments/procedures. Maintains safe environment for patient, co-workers and self, per hospital policies and procedures. Checks all equipment/instruments needed, prior to each procedure to ensure proper functioning. Protects patient’s sensitivities and right to privacy; closely observes patient with minimal disturbance. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Follows aseptic technique, when opening sterile supplies and setting up procedures. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Sets up, scrubs and prepares for procedures at least 15 minutes prior to scheduled time. Always maintains an orderly and sterile instrument table for the purpose of efficiency; follows department standard set up. Anticipates needs of surgeon during intraoperative phase. Cleans and prepares rooms between procedures and after last case; restocks supplies, when necessary and organizes effectively for end-of-case clean up. Is fully responsible for care of instruments/equipment during intra/postoperative phase, including cleaning and processing of instruments. Follows written procedures for steam sterilization; knows responsibilities and the necessity for chemical and biological monitoring. Consults with other staff members, when in question or unfamiliar with equipment or procedure. Regularly collaborates with other members of the nursing team, in order to maintain equipment and supplies for surgical procedures. Establishes and maintains effective communication and good working relationship with co-workers for the patient’s benefit. Requirements Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Regulatory Requirements: Minimum High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred Graduate of a Surgical Technology program. Current BLS Certification. Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred. Skills: Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

RN/LPN - Labor & Delivery; FT, WEO, Nights

Description Job Title: RN/LPN - Labor & Delivery; FT, Weekend Option, Nights 7pm-7am Supervised by: Nurse Manager Job Summary: Provides direct patient care in the Labor and Delivery setting. Provides assessment and planning for individualized patient care. Communicates with physicians about changes in patient’s clinical condition including fetal monitoring and results of diagnostic studies. Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Performs general nursing duties in all Maternal-Child Health departments with adequate supervision. Participates in performance improvement activities. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Able to assess neonate at delivery and perform neonatal resuscitation according to AHA/AAP guidelines. Ability to conduct antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum assessments. Demonstrates knowledge of fetal monitoring. Identifies FHR patterns and treats appropriately. Ability to assess presenting part by Leopold Maneuver and/or digital exam. Ability to assess fetal cardiac activity with ultrasound transducer and contraction activity with Toco transducer. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Requirements Regulatory Requirements Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Certification and Basic to Intermediate fetal monitoring course. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of practice. Current BLS certification. Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred. Skills: Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

RN/LPN - Med/Surg; FT, Nights

Description Job Title: RN/LPN - Med/Surg; FT, Nights Supervised by: Nurse Manager/Director Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care. Communicates with physicians/Nurse Manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the resident care unit’s policies and procedures. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived tests results. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Requirements Regulatory Requirements: · Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. · Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of practice. · Current BLS certification. Language Skills: · Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. · Additional languages preferred. Skills: · Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: · Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. · This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

RN

1 month ago

RN Positions; Varying Specialties, FT, WEO & PRN Available

Description Multiple specialty areas available: Senior Care Labor & Delivery, Intensive Care (ICU), Surgical Services, and Medical/Surgical Job Title: Registered Nurse Supervised by: Nurse Manager Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care. Communicates with physicians/Nurse Manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the resident care unit’s policies and procedures. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived tests results. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually, or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Requirements Regulatory Requirements: · Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. · Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of practice. · Current BLS certification. Language Skills: · Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. · Additional languages preferred. Skills: · Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: · Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. · This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care

RN

1 month ago

RN - Senior Care PRN, Nights

Description Job Title: RN - Senior Care: PRN, Nights Reports To: Department Director Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members about changes in patient’s clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Demonstrates ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and patient’s clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the resident care unit’s policies and procedures. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived tests results. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified patient learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level of licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Coordinates and supervises patient care. Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader, co-workers and physicians. Meets current documentation standards and policies. Response to the patient is appropriate in emergency or physically distressful situation. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. RN's - Performs other duties as assigned within the RN scope of practice. LPN's - Performs other duties as assigned within the LPN scope of practice. LPN's - Coordinates and supervises patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Requirements Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually, or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Regulatory Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. RN's - Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of Arkansas. LPN's - Current LPN licensure within the state of Arkansas. Current BLS certification. Language Skills: • Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. • Additional languages preferred. Skills: • Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: • Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. • This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

RN Emergency Department, FT

Description Job Title: Emergency Department Registered Nurse Supervised by: ED Nurse Director Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care in the emergency care setting. Provides care that reflects initiative, flexibility and responsibility indicative of professional expectation with a minimum of supervision. Is able to triage safely, rapidly and accurately, every patient that enters the emergency care system. Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system. Communicates with Emergency Department physicians about changes in patient's status, symptomatology and results of diagnostic studies. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Provides direct patient care, evaluates outcomes, consults with other specialists as required and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care. Uses triage process to ensure timely and appropriate care to patients. Accurately assigns triage categories. Ability to monitor hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interpret the results. Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring, identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately. Prepares, hangs, monitors and discontinues IV fluids. Maintains accurate and continued nursing documentation including patient histories, conditions, treatments, responses and assessment of changes. Ensures an adequate stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment. Assists in cost containment through appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies and equipment. Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the resident care unit’s policies and procedures. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived tests results. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Requirements Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Regulatory Requirements: · Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. · Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of practice. · Current BLS certification. Language Skills: · Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. · Additional languages preferred. Skills: · Basic computer knowledge. Additional Skills or Abilities: Current ACLS Certification, prior to completion of department orientation. Current TNCC Certification, within one (1) year of hire. Current PALS Certification, within one (1) year of hire. Physical Demands: · Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. · This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

RN - Labor & Delivery; FT, M, Wed. & Thurs. 7pm-7a

Description Job Title: RN - Labor & Delivery; FT, M, Wed. & Thurs., 7pm-7am Supervised by: Nurse Manager Job Summary: Provides direct patient care in the Labor and Delivery setting. Provides assessment and planning for individualized patient care. Communicates with physicians about changes in patient’s clinical condition including fetal monitoring and results of diagnostic studies. Responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Performs general nursing duties in all Maternal-Child Health departments with adequate supervision. Participates in performance improvement activities. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Able to assess neonate at delivery and perform neonatal resuscitation according to AHA/AAP guidelines. Ability to conduct antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum assessments. Demonstrates knowledge of fetal monitoring. Identifies FHR patterns and treats appropriately. Ability to assess presenting part by Leopold Maneuver and/or digital exam. Ability to assess fetal cardiac activity with ultrasound transducer and contraction activity with Toco transducer. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Requirements Regulatory Requirements Successful completion of Neonatal Resuscitation Certification and Basic to Intermediate fetal monitoring course. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of practice. Current BLS certification. Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Additional languages preferred. Skills: Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

CMA

2 months ago

ADMISSIONS SPECIALIST - PRN

Description Job Title: Admissions Specialist - PRN, shift varies Reports to: Admissions Director POSITION SUMMARY Interviews patient or representative and enters patient’s demographic information in the computer. Obtains insurance precertification, if required, for inpatients and observations. Preadmits patients. Answers multi-line telephone. Greets the public, patients, and visitors and directs them to the proper location. POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES Collects and enters accurate demographic and financial data for patient registrations. Tears down charts, makes required copies, and distributes. Advance understanding of Insurance payors. Verifies Medicaid coverage and assigns PCP, if necessary. Accurately completes procedures for discharges and transfers. Checks insurance cards for requirements regarding physician referrals and precertification. Pre notification of inpatient stays with insurance. Assignment of ICD-10 CM and CPT codes for initial authorization of Inpatient and Observation stays. Pre-registers patients for scheduled admissions and outpatient services, verifying that prior authorization and physician referrals are in place, if required by their insurance company. Reviews and makes corrections to patient charts. Answers multi-line department telephone. Transferring calls to the appropriate location and relaying verbal and written messages accurately and promptly. Answers main telephone, when necessary, when that area is not manned. Operates the public address system Gives instructions to visitors and patients. Uses the computer to post walk-in payments and prints receipts. Write receipts for General Ledger payments. Reconciles cash drawer with receipts and forwards payments to cashier. Knows how to operate and maintain departmental equipment. Logs patient valuables in and out of the hospital safe. Deals with the public utilizing guest relation skills. Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings. Follows hospital policy on confidentiality. Rotates holidays and fills in on weekends, when needed. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Requirements JOB SPECIFICATIONS Minimum education: High school or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum experience Two or three years' experience in patient registration desired. One year experience in ICD-10CM and CPT coding experience. Insurance notification experience. Excellent organization skills. Skills, Administrative: Insurance pre notifications, audit registrations, answer multi-line telephone, interview patients. Skills, Machine: Telephone, computer, fax, copier, calculator. Working conditions Subject to many interruptions. Occasional pressure due to multiple inquiries. May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases. Physical demands: Light physical effort, mostly sedentary work. Occasional standing, walking, and lifting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

LPN

2 months ago

RN/LPN - Senior Care: FT, WEO, Nights

Description Job Title: RN/LPN - Senior Care: FT, WEO, Nights Reports To: Charge Nurse/Director Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members about changes in patient’s clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Demonstrates ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and patient’s clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the resident care unit’s policies and procedures. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived tests results. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified patient learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level of licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Coordinates and supervises patient care. Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader, co-workers and physicians. Meets current documentation standards and policies. Response to the patient is appropriate in emergency or physically distressful situation. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. RN's - Performs other duties as assigned within the RN scope of practice. LPN's - Performs other duties as assigned within the LPN scope of practice. LPN's - Coordinates and supervises patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Requirements Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually, or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Regulatory Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. RN's - Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of Arkansas. LPN's - Current LPN licensure within the state of Arkansas. Current BLS certification. Language Skills: • Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. • Additional languages preferred. Skills: • Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: • Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. • This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

LPN

2 months ago

RN/LPN - Senior Care: FT, WEO, Days

Description Job Title: RN/LPN - Senior Care: FT, WEO, Days Reports To: Charge Nurse/Director Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations. Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and hospital policies, procedures and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members about changes in patient’s clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Demonstrates ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and patient’s clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the resident care unit’s policies and procedures. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived tests results. Formulates a teaching plan based on identified patient learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level of licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Coordinates and supervises patient care. Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader, co-workers and physicians. Meets current documentation standards and policies. Response to the patient is appropriate in emergency or physically distressful situation. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. RN's - Performs other duties as assigned within the RN scope of practice. LPN's - Performs other duties as assigned within the LPN scope of practice. LPN's - Coordinates and supervises patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Requirements Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually, or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Regulatory Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. RN's - Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of Arkansas. LPN's - Current LPN licensure within the state of Arkansas. Current BLS certification. Language Skills: • Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. • Additional languages preferred. Skills: • Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: • Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. • This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

RN - Med/Surg; FT, Nights

Description Job Title: RN - Med/Surg; FT, Nights Supervised by: Nurse Manager/Director Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care. Communicates with physicians/Nurse Manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the resident care unit’s policies and procedures. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived tests results. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually, or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Requirements Regulatory Requirements: · Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. · Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of practice. · Current BLS certification. Language Skills: · Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. · Additional languages preferred. Skills: · Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: · Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. · This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

RN - Med/Surg; FT, Days

Description Job Title: RN - Med/Surg; FT, Days Supervised by: Nurse Manager/Director Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care. Communicates with physicians/Nurse Manager/co-workers, as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas: Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the resident care unit’s policies and procedures. Ability to interpret results of waived tests; take appropriate action on waived tests results. Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age. Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate. Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services to level licensure. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families. Functions as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Communicates appropriately and clearly to Nurse Manager, co-workers and physicians. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Service/Discharge Planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Documentation meets current standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean. Completes annual education requirements. Maintains regulatory requirements, including all federal, state, local regulations and accrediting organization standards. Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly. Completes inservices and returns in a timely fashion. Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled. Attends 12 staff meetings annually, or reads and returns monthly staff meeting minutes. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department. Requirements Regulatory Requirements: · Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. · Current state Registered Nurse Licensure, within state of practice. · Current BLS certification. Language Skills: · Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. · Additional languages preferred. Skills: · Basic computer knowledge. Physical Demands: · Mobility, sight, hearing, verbal communication, changes in temperature, exposure to disagreeable elements, exposure to biological, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Frequent standing and walking. Lift up to 100 pounds. Carrying up to 40 pounds. Pushing/pulling up to 450 pounds. · This position is a safety sensitive position pursuant to Amendment 98 to the Arkansas Constitution § 2(25). A safety sensitive position means any position in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety. This position is therefore “safety sensitive” due to the fact it requires the following: performing life-threatening procedures; working with hazardous or flammable materials, controlled substances, food, or medicine; and a lapse of attention while working in this position could result in injury, illness, or death. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.

RN - Labor & Delivery; FT, Nights 7p-7a