All jobs

Begin Your Search Here

Registered Nurse

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$44.93 - $58.01 / year

Registered Nurse Purpose of Position: Assess, plan, coordinate and render skilled nursing care to patients in the Primary Care Clinic while applying standards for professional nursing practice. , Be proficient in medical care all age groups from pediatrics, to gerontological care, injury prevention, women’s health, health maintenance, immunizations, and wellness visits. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules. Essential Functions: Utilize nursing process to create and revise individual patient care plans, carry out interventions and patient assessments, including emotional social and safety needs Assess all patients for tobaccoism, depression, alcohol, drugs, cancer screening, and vaccinations needs Assist physicians during examinations and procedures Perform various patient tests and administer medications as prescribed by physician Promote patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills Be proficient in initiation of IV catheterization and administration of IV medications Serve as clinical resource for LPNs and CMA and charge nurse as needed Perform other duties as assigned Personal Traits: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others. Required Knowledge: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software. Job Specific knowledge is listed below: Knolwedge of general patient care activities Knowledge of documentation requirements for specific fields/records Required Skills and Abilities: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality. Job specific skills and abilities are listed below: Communication skills Problem solving and critical thinking skills Interpersonal skills and teamwork Minimum Requirements Education Degree Program Associate’s Degree or BSN Nursing Experience General (Non-supervisory) Supervisory Amount: 3-5 year(s) working as a Registered Nurse 0 (years) Type: Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated. Credentials Licensure, Certification, etc. Alaska RN License, Basic Life Support within one year of hire Physical Requirements: ∙Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment ∙Sit less than half the workday ∙Stand and/or walk more than half the workday ∙Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach ∙Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks ∙Lift or carry unaided 25 to 50 pounds ∙Push or pull using more than moderate force ∙See and hear with normal acuity Working Conditions: ∙Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazard or other harmful substances ∙No travel required

Licensed Practical Nurse

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$36.65 - $46.95 / year

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

LPN

Full-time

2 weeks ago

Licensed Practical Nurse - ACC

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$39.20 - $50.39 / year

Purpose of Position: Working in a team, under the oversight of an RN, to provide direct patient care duties including, but not limited to, participation of patient treatment regime, administer medications, observe effectivness of medications, vital sign assessment, patient/family teaching, and record keeping that is focused on the comfort and health of the patients in the acute care unit. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules. Essential Functions: Assist with data collection for patients, including medical history, according to established guidelines and report any significant change in patient condition to supervising RN Perform patient screening for vital signs, collection of specimens, preventive health measures, immunizations, and patient safety Implement physician orders according to established policy and procedures and pharmacy guidelines Administer prescribed medications adhering to LPN scope of practice as outlined in State of Alaska Board of Nursing Perform nursing procedures to include but not limited to, wound treatment, EKGs, foley insertions, and phlebotomy. Perform IV insertion with appropriate training and initial and annual skills validation. Assist medical staff, team leaders and co-workers to provide an interdisciplinary approach to patient care Perform other duties as assigned Personal Traits: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others. Required Knowledge: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software. Job Specific knowledge is listed below: Knolwedge of general patient care activities Knowledge of documentation requirements for specific fields/records Required Skills and Abilities: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality. Job specific skills and abilities are listed below: Communication skills and interpersonal relationships Problem solving and critical thinking skills Ability to foster teamwork Minimum Requirements Education Degree Program Accredited post-secondary program Nursing Experience General (Non-supervisory) Supervisory Amount: 0 year(s) 0 (years) Type: Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated. Credentials Licensure, Certification, etc. Alaska Practical Nursing License, Basic Life Support (ACLS; PALS within 1 year) Physical Requirements: ∙Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment ∙Sit less than half the workday ∙Stand and/or walk more than half the workday ∙Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach ∙Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks ∙Lift or carry unaided 25 to 50 pounds ∙Push or pull using more than moderate force ∙See and hear with normal acuity Working Conditions: ∙Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazard or other harmful substances ∙No travel required

Full-time

2 weeks ago

Registered Nurse-OB

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$48.13 - $62.25 / year

Registered Nurse-OB Purpose of Position: Assess, plan, coordinate and render direct, individualized, skilled nursing care to obstetric patients while applying standards for professional nursing practice before and after a birth. Provide care for adult and pediatric patients with medical and psychological illness. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules. Essential Functions: : Read fetal monitor, assist with breathing techniques and monitor contractions while making sure equipment is functioning properly Take vital signs, perform basic IV and phlebotomy skills and other assessments Administer pain medication as ordered and other medications to address specific medical conditions, such as hypertension and diabetes including care for patients on Pitocin and MGS04 Check patient’s cervix periodically to monitor progression/lack of dilation, contact delivering physician and assist with instruments and supplies needed for the birthing process Record time of birth, give Apgar scores and prepare for immediate new born care Stabilize high risk and preterm mothers with babies in preparation for transfer if needed Identify and manage life-sustaining physiological functions to unstable patients Assist with nursing duties for other patients in Acute Care when necessary Perform other duties as assigned Personal Traits: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others. Required Knowledge: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software. Job Specific knowledge is listed below: Knowledge of labor and delivery processes and protocols Knowledge of hemodynamics Knowledge of newborn care Required Skills and Abilities: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered on a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality. Job Specific skills and abilities are listed below: Skill in providing labor support Above average communication skills Excellent customer service skills Ability to work closely with families under intense circumstances Minimum Requirements Education Degree Program Associate’s Degree Nursing Experience General (Non-supervisory) Supervisory Amount: Minimum 3-5 years experience including 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience 0 (years) Type: Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated. Credentials Licensure, Certification, Etc. Alaska RN License, Basic Life Support ACLS, PALS, STABLE and NRP within one year of hire Physical Requirements: ∙Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment ∙Sit less than half the workday ∙Stand and/or walk more than half the workday ∙Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach ∙Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks ∙Lift or carry unaided 25 to 50 pounds ∙Push or pull using more than moderate force ∙See and hear with normal acuity Working Conditions: ∙Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazard or other harmful substances ∙No travel required

Full-time

2 weeks ago

Emergency Department - RN

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$48.13 - $62.25 / year

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

Certified Medical Assistant - PCC

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$34.25 - $43.80 / hour

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

CNA

Full-time

3 weeks ago

Certified Nursing Assistant - ED

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$34.25 - $43.80 / year

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

CNA

Full-time

3 weeks ago

Certified Nursing Assistant - ED

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$34.25 - $43.80 / year

Outpatient

Full-time

1 month ago

Registered Nurse

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$48.13 - $62.25 / year

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

Licensed Practical Nurse - QCC

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$39.20 - $50.39 / year

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

Manager of In-Home Support Program RN

Norton Sound Health Corporation Nome, AK

$55.41 - $71.94 / year

Manager of In-Home Support Program RN Purpose of Position: Management of a program that employs direct care staff that assist program recipients in their homes, in order to provide those support services that allow recipients to reside in the community of their choice. Provide clinical training and clinical supervision for direct care staff; clinical evaluation of recipient care needs; and clinical input and monitoring of recipient Plans of Care. Work with outpatient medical providers in Nome and the surrounding villages to schedule in-home evaluation and care of recipients. Provide oversight and management of the In-Home Support Program by providing assistance to recipients that will enable them to maintain in the community and in the home; Provide evaluation, assessment, advocacy and coordination of direct care services; Direct assigned employees, demonstrating leadership by providing work direction, motivation, training, assistance, performance evaluation and corrective action. Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules. Essential Functions: Perform leadership functions including selection, scheduling, training, performance management and discipline; Instill passion in assigned staff for NSHC’s mission, vision, and values, paying particular attention to the maintenance of a safe and productive work environment. Provide training to staff regarding therapeutic service provision and supports, following state guidelines for personal care services and waiver services. Develop and provide clinical training of at least 40 hours for each Personal Care Attendant, and clinical training of Direct Care Attendants as required. Evaulate recipient care needs in the recipient’s home, traveling as necessary to regional villages. Facilitate in-home care provision to recipients by medical providers in Nome and the regional villages. Demonstrate personal initiative and accountability while overseeing and managing the department, any program grants, and the department's budget . Forecast needs, allocate resources and/or take corrective action as necessary. Evaluate program effectiveness and provide quality assurance reports. Work with the Personal Care Attendant Office Manager to manage program and staffing needs. Develop and monitor compliance with individualized service plans that address presenting problems and care needs, goals, progress towards those goals, planned services, and supervise the person responsible for each service or action step. Teach recipients and their families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills, as appropriate. Coordinate and submit billing for the direct care staff to the appropriate agency. Facilitate family and inter-agency collaboration. Monitor preparedness for client discharge and refer problematic situations to appropriate resources. Resolve critical issues and problem situations as they occur and maintain compliance and correct deficiencies with state surveys Perform other duties as assigned. Personal Traits: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others. Required Knowledge: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software. Job Specific knowledge is listed below: Knowledge of services available for recipients with developmental disabilities and the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act Clinical knowledge of in-home care programs Required Skills and Abilities: All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have a broad range of skills and abilities centered around a strong patient focus, efficient performance, and teamwork. All employees should have patient/customer service skills, interpersonal skills and good communication skills. All employees should have the ability to manage their time and organize their work to ensure efficient performance. In addition, all employees should have the ability to follow policy, procedure and instructions, actively communicate with their supervisors to ensure understanding and manage their work accordingly. Finally, all employees should have the ability to understand and manage patient/customer confidentiality. Job specific skills and abilities are listed below: Above average interpersonal skills Ability to understand grant management and budgets Ability to lead and direct direct care staff Minimum Requirements Education Degree Program Bachelor’s Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Nursing Experience General (Non-supervisory) Supervisory Amount: 1-3 year(s) working with persons as a Registered Nurse, preferably with experience working in a home health setting 1 (years) supervising, managing, or directing the work of other employees in a nursing field, preferably in a home health setting Type: Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated. Credentials Licensure, Certification, Etc. State of Alaska Registered Nursing License, BLS and valid Alaska Drivers License Physical Requirements: Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment Sit more than half the workday Stand and/or walk less than half the workday Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach View electronic monitors for prolonged periods of time Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks consistently for more than one hour at a time Lift or carry unaided more than 25 pounds Push or pull using up to moderate force See and hear with normal acuity Ability to demonstrate how to safely transfer recipients in a variety of settings Working Conditions: Work is usually conducted in a standard office environment, but includes training staff in recipient homes to provide care in that environment Moderate travel is required (between 25% and 50% of the time) Travel is required via large aircraft Travel is required via small (less than 16 passenger) aircraft Travel is required using snowmobiles, all terrain vehicles, or boat