RN Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN Cardiac Rehab- Full Time, Day Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Registered nurses, regardless of specialty or work setting, utilize the Standards of Professional Nursing Practice and the listed competencies, in caring for the patients at Summit Healthcare. The nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span. Registered Nurse Seniors are high-performing employees who in addition to regular RN duties provide a specialty service or focus within a department or the organization. This specialty will require additional skills and experience than the RN position. Essential Functions Nursing standards of practice* as outlined below: Standard 1: Assessment - Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. - Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. - Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. - Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. - Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. - Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. - Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. - Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis - Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. - Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. - Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. - Prioritizes diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. - Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification - Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, - Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. - Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. - Evaluates the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning - Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. - Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. - Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. - Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. - Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation - Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. - Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. - Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). - Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. - Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. - Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. - Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. - Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. - Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. - Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. - Ensures care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of Summit Healthcare Association. Standard 6: Evaluation - Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. - Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. - Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. - Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition to the six standards above, Summit Healthcare also integrates the following standards: Advocacy: - Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. - Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. - Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. - Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. - Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. - Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: - Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. - Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. - Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. - Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. - Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. - Is a role model for the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. - Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. - Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. - Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. - Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: - Supports Summit’s philosophy, vision and mission. - Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. - Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. - Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. - Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. - Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. - Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. - Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. - Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. *Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 3 Edition, American Nurses Association. Published by Nursesbooks.org, 2015. Secondary Functions: - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reads department and association wide policies and procedures pertinent to the department. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities - General nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). - Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. - Knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. - Self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Supervisory Responsibilities None. Physical Demands Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS + / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Newborn Hearing Screening Certification Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification + DOT drug screening certification + Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) + Professional Organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
RN Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN Cath Lab- Full Time, Day Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Come work where others vacation!! Summit Healthcare is located in the beautiful White Mountain of Northeastern, AZ and offers 4 seasons year-round with plenty of outdoor activities! Registered nurses, regardless of specialty or work setting, utilize the Standards of Professional Nursing Practice and the listed competencies, in caring for the patients at Summit Healthcare. The nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span. Registered Nurse Seniors are high-performing employees who in addition to regular RN duties provide a specialty service or focus within a department or the organization. This specialty will require additional skills and experience than the RN position. Essential Functions Nursing standards of practice* as outlined below: Standard 1: Assessment - Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. - Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. - Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. - Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. - Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. - Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. - Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. - Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis - Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. - Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. - Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. - Prioritizes diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. - Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification - Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, - Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. - Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. - Evaluates the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning - Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. - Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. - Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. - Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. - Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation - Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. - Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. - Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). - Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. - Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. - Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. - Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. - Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. - Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. - Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. - Ensures care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of Summit Healthcare Association. Standard 6: Evaluation - Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. - Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. - Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. - Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition to the six standards above, Summit Healthcare also integrates the following standards: Advocacy: - Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. - Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. - Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. - Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. - Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. - Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: - Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. - Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. - Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. - Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. - Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. - Is a role model for the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. - Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. - Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. - Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. - Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: - Supports Summit’s philosophy, vision and mission. - Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. - Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. - Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. - Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. - Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. - Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. - Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. - Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. *Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 3 Edition, American Nurses Association. Published by Nursesbooks.org, 2015. Secondary Functions: - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reads department and association wide policies and procedures pertinent to the department. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities - General nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). - Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. - Knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. - Self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Supervisory Responsibilities None. Physical Demands Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS + / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Newborn Hearing Screening Certification Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification + DOT drug screening certification + Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) + Professional Organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
RN Part-time
Summit Healthcare

RN- Acute Observation Unit, Part Time Day Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Come work where others vacation! $10k sign on bonus & relocation assistance offered! Our People. Our team excels at aiding patients in a swift recovery. Our tight-knit crew collaborates seamlessly with our leadership team as we enhance procedures and deliver care grounded in solid evidence. Join us, and let's shape the future together. Your adventure starts here! Our Department. We are a fast-paced 10-bed department where patient education is a priority. Our primary purpose is to serve as an observation unit, focusing on the care of orthopedic, renal, cardiac, and stroke patients, along with non-infectious Med/Surg patients. Every day brings a new challenge and a chance to make a real difference. Medical/Surgical/Orthopedics/Observation (MS3) 10 private rooms Nursing Ratio- 1:5 days and 1:6 nights Patients include: Post-op patients Total joint replacement Transient ischemia attack (TIA) Non-infectious medical patients Acute/chronic renal disease DVT/PE Observation patients (Telemetry monitoring, tele-neurology and tele-nephrology available) Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities: Standard 1: Assessment Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. Prioritize diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. Evaluate the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of the Association (Summit Healthcare Association). Standard 6: Evaluation Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition the six standards above, the Association also integrates the following into the professional nursing of the association. Advocacy: Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. Role models the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: Supports the philosophy, vision and mission of the Association. Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. Registered Nurse Senior: In addition to the above job functions, the RN SR works in a specialty area within the department or organization provided targeted services as outlined in an approved job-addendum for the position. Secondary Functions: Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and inservices, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. Reviews department and association wide policies and procedures annually as pertinent to the department. All other duties as assigned. Additional Responsibilities: Completes all tasks as expressed in the Skills Delineation List. Job Scope: Recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm. Will assist other nursing units within scope of training. A moderate to high level of complexity. Operation from established and well-known procedures. Performance of duties under moderate supervision. Assigned to be “On-Call” for emergency backup as needed. Must be available to share in weekend and holiday rotation for scheduling shifts. Supervisory Responsibility: None Specific Job Skills & Mental Activities: This position requires general nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). This position requires excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. This position also requires knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. This position requires self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
RN ER Contract
Summit Healthcare

RN Seasonal - Emergency Department, Various Shifts

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
$65 / hour
Come work where others vacation! Seasonal contracts available now! ** $65hr / Housing Assistance / 8-24 week contract available / Various shifts available ** Available Shifts: Mid Shift 14 - 2 & Night Shift Emergency Services: Our People. In our department, we go beyond the typical coworker dynamic; we operate as a family unit. Here, teamwork is more than a concept; it's our way of life. We uplift one another, motivating everyone to chase their dreams and providing the necessary support to transform those dreams into tangible achievements. Joining our team would mean contributing to our shared goals where we learn and grow as we create extraordinary experiences. Our Department. We operate a 36-bed emergency room, offering an extensive range of services that aren't typically found in rural areas. Diversity is at the heart of our team, and we thrive on collaboration, both within our organization and with external partners. Our continuous efforts to refine our processes ensure a smooth and safe experience for our patients, all while upholding excellence in the care we deliver. Summit Healthcare Seasonal Temporary Program Guidelines – Housing Assistance RNs with a minimum of one year experience pertaining to the department they will be working in are preferred. RNs will fulfill a minimum of 4 to 24 week blocks* (depending on the need of the department) of scheduled availability. A reasonable scheduled will be assigned. Salary will be $65.00 per hour as a flat rate of pay. All time worked is straight time (or overtime if greater than 40 hours per week) and all positions are full time without benefits with 36-40 scheduled hours per week, depending on the scheduling/staffing needs of the assigned department. Vacations and other time off will be arranged before and after the contract dates signed below. Holiday pay is applied for those who are requested to work approved Summit Healthcare holidays. The requirement to work the holiday will be based on the need for staff. Seasonal employees may be flexed or placed on standby in turn with core staff for low census. Housing assistance will be available on a case by case basis but no more than $1,200 per month subsidy for rent with receipts provided. To be eligible a minimum of 36-40 hours per week will be required to receive housing assistance. If staffing needs change, Summit Healthcare reserves the right to terminate the contract with a 14 day notice. Contracts may be adjusted or extended dependent on the needs of Summit Healthcare with administrative approval, in which case the seasonal employee must re-sign the contract agreement. RN License - required. BLS Certification in addition to unit specific certifications required upon hire. 1 + years acute care experience required.
RN New Grad Pediatric Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN New Grad- Acute Care Unit, Adult and Peds!

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Welcoming New Grads to our Acute Care Unit! Our People : Living in a rural community, our staff have ample opportunity to enhance their skills and knowledge. We work together, offering mutual support as we provide quality care to our patients. This team has a warm tradition of embracing new nurses, regardless of their experience level. Join us, and you'll find a welcoming professional family ready to grow together. Our Department : Our specialties range from Med/Surg to pediatric care, and this 24-bed department is all about broadening our services. We've got it all covered, from post-surgical care to a diverse range of disease processes. Here, patients of every age and healthcare requirement are in good hands , and you will find space to grow, learn, and innovate. Job Summary This position serves to provide productive learning experiences for the new graduate nurse after the acquisition of the Arizona Registered Nurse. Essential Functions - Participates with other disciplines in the planning, implementation, evaluation and modification of nursing care and gives direct nursing care. - Performs nursing procedures following Tiered Nursing Orientation and competency checklists for which competency has been established and signed off. Each skill must have been observed and validated by the nurse preceptor. - Demonstrates ability to evaluate suggestions and criticisms objectively and, when necessary undertakes to change behavior or seek further guidance. - Demonstrates a commitment to quality through participation in continuous improvement activities, offering constructive suggestion for change and improvement in the hospital/unit’s overall operation and efficiency, and sharing information and evaluation effectiveness. - Demonstrates ability to adapt to change which directly or indirectly impacts on job responsibilities. - Practices listening skills when dealing with concerns, complaints, questions, demonstrating objectivity in emotional situations. - Demonstrates sensitivity to fellow workers needs as they relate to the job by providing support, giving advice or referring to appropriate sources of help when needed. - Shares responsibility for team assignment and unit workload and helping others. - Consistently conforms to department dress code and maintains appearance suited to position. - Maintains punctual attendance for all assigned duties. - Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and accepting assignments. - Demonstrates initiative and motivation in managing and utilizing time. - Maintains own time card accurately. - Demonstrates active participation in professional growth activities. - Identifies and pursues own educational needs. - Attends staff meetings or reviews meeting minutes when absent. - Satisfactorily completes all mandatory in-service education programs annually (BLS, Re-Orientation, Competency Skills, etc.). - Utilizes opportunities for cross training. Other Duties - Maintain a safe and clean environment. - Respect the privacy and confidentiality of the people we serve, our physicians/healthcare providers, and our fellow employees. - Master the skills needed to do your best for the people we serve. - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and inservices, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reviews department and association wide policies and procedures annually. Develops and maintains new policies and procedures as needed. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Physical Demands Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Current AZ RN license - BLS Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / @ ENPC ** + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Med/Surg 3 ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & NIHSS & PALS + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + OB: ACLS * / & (L&D only) STABLE ** / & AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Newborn Hearing Screening Certification + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + OR: ACLS * / & PALS + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + POE: ACLS * / & PALS + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + ASCS/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NRP * / & (ASCS Floats Only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + IV Therapy: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & PALS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** @ Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Radiation Therapy RN: Oncology Nursing Certification (ONCC) or Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) certification + Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + Senior Behavioral Health: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience + * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. @ - Required within 1 year of employment % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
RN Psych Part-time
Summit Healthcare

RN- Senior Behavioral Health-Part Time, Day Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Job Summary Registered nurses, regardless of specialty or work setting, utilize the Standards of Professional Nursing Practice and the listed competencies, in caring for the patients at Summit Healthcare. The nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span. Registered Nurse Seniors are high-performing employees who in addition to regular RN duties provide a specialty service or focus within a department or the organization. This specialty will require additional skills and experience than the RN position. Essential Functions Nursing standards of practice* as outlined below: Standard 1: Assessment - Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. - Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. - Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. - Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. - Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. - Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. - Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. - Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis - Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. - Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. - Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. - Prioritizes diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. - Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification - Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, - Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. - Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. - Evaluates the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning - Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. - Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. - Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. - Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. - Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation - Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. - Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. - Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). - Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. - Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. - Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. - Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. - Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. - Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. - Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. - Ensures care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of Summit Healthcare Association. Standard 6: Evaluation - Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. - Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. - Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. - Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition to the six standards above, Summit Healthcare also integrates the following standards: Advocacy: - Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. - Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. - Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. - Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. - Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. - Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: - Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. - Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. - Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. - Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. - Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. - Is a role model for the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. - Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. - Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. - Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. - Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: - Supports Summit’s philosophy, vision and mission. - Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. - Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. - Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. - Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. - Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. - Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. - Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. - Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. *Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 3rd Edition, American Nurses Association. Published by Nursesbooks.org, 2015. Secondary Functions: - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reads department and association wide policies and procedures pertinent to the department. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities: - This position requires: General nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. Knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. Self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Supervisory Responsibilities None. Work Environment At Summit Healthcare, our mission statement is that we are trusted to provide exceptional, compassionate care close to home. Our vision is to be the healthcare system of choice. To uphold our mission and vision statements, we expect all employees to practice SHINE Behavioral standards: - Always SHINE – show respect and be kind. - Always work together – we are on the same team. - Always serve others – no job is beneath you. - Always maintain high standards of quality and safety – best practice every time. - Always communicate clearly – be compassionate. - Always practice integrity – maintain confidentiality. - Always be accountable – take responsibility. - Always empower – create an environment of success. - Always excel – don’t settle for mediocrity. - Always promote wellness – make choices for a healthy lifestyle. Physical Demands Heavy Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Graduate from an accredited school of nursing - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: NIOSH Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification DOT drug screening certification Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: OSHA Exposure Category 1 Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
RN OR Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN Circulator-OSC, Full Time- Day Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Registered nurses, regardless of specialty or work setting, utilize the Standards of Professional Nursing Practice and the listed competencies, in caring for the patients at Summit Healthcare. The nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span. Registered Nurse Seniors are high-performing employees who in addition to regular RN duties provide a specialty service or focus within a department or the organization. This specialty will require additional skills and experience than the RN position. Essential Functions Nursing standards of practice* as outlined below: Standard 1: Assessment - Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. - Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. - Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. - Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. - Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. - Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. - Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. - Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis - Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. - Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. - Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. - Prioritizes diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. - Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification - Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, - Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. - Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. - Evaluates the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning - Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. - Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. - Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. - Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. - Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation - Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. - Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. - Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). - Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. - Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. - Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. - Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. - Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. - Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. - Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. - Ensures care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of Summit Healthcare Association. Standard 6: Evaluation - Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. - Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. - Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. - Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition to the six standards above, Summit Healthcare also integrates the following standards: Advocacy: - Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. - Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. - Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. - Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. - Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. - Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: - Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. - Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. - Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. - Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. - Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. - Is a role model for the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. - Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. - Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. - Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. - Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: - Supports Summit’s philosophy, vision and mission. - Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. - Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. - Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. - Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. - Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. - Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. - Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. - Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. *Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 3 Edition, American Nurses Association. Published by Nursesbooks.org, 2015. Secondary Functions: - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reads department and association wide policies and procedures pertinent to the department. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities - General nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). - Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. - Knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. - Self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Supervisory Responsibilities None. Physical Demands Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS + / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Newborn Hearing Screening Certification Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification + DOT drug screening certification + Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) + Professional Organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
RN Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN - Float Full Time Day Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities: Demonstrates an understanding of nursing unit operations and serves as a liaison between units. Demonstrates initiative and motivation to seek out units that need assistance; is self-directed. Demonstrates flexibility with changing work priorities; exhibits a teamwork attitude. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient History & Physical with patient/family, assures completion within appropriate time frame. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessment according to patient need and as outlined in policy and Standards of Care. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data, patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient and family in the plan of care, advocating for and supporting patient’s rights. Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided. Evaluates the patient’s and family’s response to care and teaching and revise the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient’s response and the effectiveness of patient teaching. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing intervention and patient’s response to treatment Reviews and notes physician’s orders accurately and in a timely manner. Promotes professional development within delivery of care. Maintains clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations Participates in and attends internal and external education in services for continuing/ongoing education. Incorporates, supports, and participates in concepts of shared leadership at both departmental and facility level. Utilizes evidence based practice or research within clinical practice. Actively participates in quality improvement process. Actively participates in performance measures of national nursing quality indicators. Accountable for patient flow to enhance throughput within department. Interacts and participates in the education/orientation of hospital personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring. Seeks opportunities for growth in the profession of nursing: such as participation in professional nursing organizations; attaining advanced certification in the area in which they work. Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. Promotes the Patient Safety Standards as a core value of the organization. Secondary Functions: Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. Reviews department and association wide policies and procedures annually. All other duties as assigned. Job Scope: This job involves: Frequent new and varied work situations. A high level of complexity. Operation from established and well-known procedures. Performance of duties under minimal to moderate supervision. Supervisory Responsibility: Delegates appropriately and provides nursing and ancillary supervision in the provision of care to patients. Interpersonal Contacts: Contacts: Are normally made with others both inside and outside the hospital. Are usually made with own department staff and supervisor as well as with other departments or locations. Frequently contain confidential/sensitive information necessitating discretion at all times. Are usually face-to-face, with some contact by telephone and e-mail. Are usually with patients, with some physician contact. Specific Job Skills & Mental Activities: This position requires exemplary nursing skills, excellent communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership skills, interpersonal skills, independent judgment skills, and basic math skills. Must demonstrate teamwork, flexibility, resourcefulness, initiative, motivation, self-direction, and the ability to act as a departmental liaison. This position requires knowledge of the Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Education, Licensures, and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent (required). Current AZ RN License (required). CPR/BLS certification (required within 30 days of hire date). ACLS certification (required within 6 months of hire date). NIHSS certification (required within 6 months of hire date). PALS certification (required within 6 months of hire date). T.A.B.L.E. certification (preferred). NRP certification (required within 6 months of hire date). Minimum 2-3 years RN experience in an acute care setting (required). Physical Demands & Job Conditions: Heavy Exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, on-call status, and encounters with upset/disturbed individuals. Physical motions include finger dexterity, standing, walking, stooping, crawling, talking, reaching, feeling, sitting, bending, kneeling, climbing, grasping, listening/hearing, handling, lifting up to 50-100 pounds, and repetitive motions of the hands, wrists, and feet. This is considered a safety sensitive position. OSHA Exposure Category: OSHA Exposure Category 1 Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
RN Psych Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN- Senior Behavioral Health-Full Time, Day Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Job Summary Registered nurses, regardless of specialty or work setting, utilize the Standards of Professional Nursing Practice and the listed competencies, in caring for the patients at Summit Healthcare. The nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span. Registered Nurse Seniors are high-performing employees who in addition to regular RN duties provide a specialty service or focus within a department or the organization. This specialty will require additional skills and experience than the RN position. Essential Functions Nursing standards of practice* as outlined below: Standard 1: Assessment - Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. - Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. - Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. - Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. - Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. - Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. - Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. - Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis - Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. - Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. - Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. - Prioritizes diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. - Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification - Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, - Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. - Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. - Evaluates the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning - Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. - Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. - Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. - Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. - Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation - Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. - Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. - Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). - Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. - Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. - Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. - Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. - Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. - Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. - Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. - Ensures care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of Summit Healthcare Association. Standard 6: Evaluation - Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. - Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. - Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. - Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition to the six standards above, Summit Healthcare also integrates the following standards: Advocacy: - Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. - Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. - Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. - Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. - Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. - Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: - Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. - Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. - Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. - Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. - Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. - Is a role model for the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. - Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. - Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. - Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. - Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: - Supports Summit’s philosophy, vision and mission. - Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. - Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. - Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. - Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. - Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. - Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. - Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. - Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. *Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 3rd Edition, American Nurses Association. Published by Nursesbooks.org, 2015. Secondary Functions: - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reads department and association wide policies and procedures pertinent to the department. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities: - This position requires: General nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. Knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. Self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Supervisory Responsibilities None. Work Environment At Summit Healthcare, our mission statement is that we are trusted to provide exceptional, compassionate care close to home. Our vision is to be the healthcare system of choice. To uphold our mission and vision statements, we expect all employees to practice SHINE Behavioral standards: - Always SHINE – show respect and be kind. - Always work together – we are on the same team. - Always serve others – no job is beneath you. - Always maintain high standards of quality and safety – best practice every time. - Always communicate clearly – be compassionate. - Always practice integrity – maintain confidentiality. - Always be accountable – take responsibility. - Always empower – create an environment of success. - Always excel – don’t settle for mediocrity. - Always promote wellness – make choices for a healthy lifestyle. Physical Demands Heavy Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Graduate from an accredited school of nursing - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: NIOSH Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification DOT drug screening certification Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: OSHA Exposure Category 1 Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
RN PACU Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN-PACU, Full Time, Day Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Job Summary Registered nurses, regardless of specialty or work setting, utilize the Standards of Professional Nursing Practice and the listed competencies, in caring for the patients at Summit Healthcare. The nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span. Registered Nurse Seniors are high-performing employees who in addition to regular RN duties provide a specialty service or focus within a department or the organization. This specialty will require additional skills and experience than the RN position. Essential Functions Nursing standards of practice* as outlined below: Standard 1: Assessment - Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. - Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. - Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. - Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. - Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. - Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. - Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. - Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis - Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. - Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. - Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. - Prioritizes diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. - Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification - Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, - Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. - Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. - Evaluates the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning - Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. - Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. - Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. - Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. - Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation - Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. - Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. - Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). - Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. - Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. - Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. - Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. - Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. - Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. - Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. - Ensures care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of Summit Healthcare Association. Standard 6: Evaluation - Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. - Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. - Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. - Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition to the six standards above, Summit Healthcare also integrates the following standards: Advocacy: - Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. - Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. - Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. - Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. - Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. - Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: - Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. - Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. - Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. - Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. - Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. - Is a role model for the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. - Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. - Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. - Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. - Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: - Supports Summit’s philosophy, vision and mission. - Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. - Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. - Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. - Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. - Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. - Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. - Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. - Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. *Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 3rd Edition, American Nurses Association. Published by Nursesbooks.org, 2015. Secondary Functions: - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reads department and association wide policies and procedures pertinent to the department. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities: - This position requires: General nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. Knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. Self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Supervisory Responsibilities None. Work Environment At Summit Healthcare, our mission statement is that we are trusted to provide exceptional, compassionate care close to home. Our vision is to be the healthcare system of choice. To uphold our mission and vision statements, we expect all employees to practice SHINE Behavioral standards: - Always SHINE – show respect and be kind. - Always work together – we are on the same team. - Always serve others – no job is beneath you. - Always maintain high standards of quality and safety – best practice every time. - Always communicate clearly – be compassionate. - Always practice integrity – maintain confidentiality. - Always be accountable – take responsibility. - Always empower – create an environment of success. - Always excel – don’t settle for mediocrity. - Always promote wellness – make choices for a healthy lifestyle. Physical Demands Heavy Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Graduate from an accredited school of nursing - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: NIOSH Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification DOT drug screening certification Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: OSHA Exposure Category 1 Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
RN Labor and Delivery Part-time
Summit Healthcare

RN Labor & Delivery - Part Time- Night Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Come work where others vacation! We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses for our Labor & Delivery unit! Now offering a $10k sign on bonus & relocation assistance plus night shift differential! Our People. Join us for a fulfilling career where we prioritize your growth. We offer diverse career paths, including cross-training in Labor and Delivery, Postpartum care, and our Level 2 nursery. Our team values collaboration and camaraderie. With team outings to strengthen connections, our staff enjoys a supportive and fun work environment. Our Department. In our department, we operate in a family-centered care environment, focusing primarily on ensuring the best possible birthing experience for our community's families. Our unit offers a diverse range of services, including care during triage visits, the labor process, and postpartum care. We're equipped to manage both well newborns and premature infants, even those born as early as 32 weeks gestation. Join our team and be part of a supportive environment where your skills can flourish, and you can contribute to the well-being of our patients and their families. About our Labor & Delivery Unit: 24/7/365 NNP services 800 + deliveries annually We deliver down to 32 weeks but will deliver to any gestational age in an emergency or case where the patient cannot be transported safely. 10 couplet care/GYN beds, 7 LDRP rooms, 2 triage beds & 2 Obstetrical operating rooms. Cesarean sections are performed in the OB OR. Summit Healthcare’s Level II Nursery is certified by the Arizona Perinatal Trust as a Level II Perinatal Care Center. A special team of skilled physicians, neonatal nurse practitioners, and nurses provide 24- hour care for your baby in a nurturing compassionate, and family friendly setting. The staff in the nursery cares for infants who need special care, including those with respiratory and feeding difficulties or those requiring antibiotic and IV therapy. The Level II Nursery is fully equipped with monitors, bed warmers and isolettes. Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities: Standard 1: Assessment Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. Prioritize diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. Evaluate the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of the Association (Summit Healthcare Association). Standard 6: Evaluation Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition the six standards above, the Association also integrates the following into the professional nursing of the association. Advocacy: Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. Role models the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: Supports the philosophy, vision and mission of the Association. Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. Additional Responsibilities: Completes all tasks as expressed in the Skills Delineation List. Job Scope: Recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm. Will assist other nursing units within scope of training. A moderate to high level of complexity. Operation from established and well-known procedures. Performance of duties under moderate supervision. Assigned to be “On-Call” for emergency backup as needed. Must be available to share in weekend and holiday rotation for scheduling shifts. Specific Job Skills & Mental Activities: This position requires general nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). This position requires excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. This position also requires knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. This position requires self-direction and self-motivation.
RN Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN Nurse Clinical Leader, Acute Care, Full Time, Night Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Job Summary The RN Clinical Leader is a leadership position accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered to the assigned unit. Oversees staff to ensure assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and documentation of patient nursing care is in accordance with facility and departmental policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice. The Nursing Clinical Leader (NCL) utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of patients on his or her assigned unit. Summit Healthcare core values, Service Standards, promotion of Patient Safety Standards and support of healing environment are exhibited in all aspects of the NCL’s performance. Job function and shift assignments may vary based on organizational need and NCL education, licensure, and/or experience. Essential Functions - Supervises staffing and scheduling needs of the unit: - Makes patient care assignments based on the acuity of the patient and number and experience of staff scheduled for the shift. - Coordinates changes in staffing throughout shift. - Collaborates with House Supervisor to make patient bed assignments when applicable. - Assures adequate staffing for next shift including finding coverage for sick calls, etc. - Completes all assigned departmental specific paperwork: Oversees Unit operations, patient safety. Enters incident occurrence reports, medication issues, shift activity, patient and family satisfaction issues, physician issues, acuity reports, outpatient observation charge sheets (if applicable), pharmacy supply requisitions (as indicated), and LPN oversight documentation and data collection tools. Participates in performance improvement data collection and chart review. - Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs for assigned patients and oversees activities for all other patients on unit: Reviews patient initial interview and initial assessment with patient/family, assures completion within appropriate time frame. Reviews available information obtained by other healthcare team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessment according to patient need and as outlined in policy and Standards of Care. - Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data, patient, family and health team input for assigned patients and oversees activities for all other patients on unit: Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment, data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable, and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age-specific, and educational needs of the patient and family in the plan of care, advocating for and supporting the patient’s rights. Responsible for optimal patient flow through the department. Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status. - Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the unit staff. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided. Assures all team members practice within their scope of care. - Evaluates the patient’s and family’s response to care and teaching and revise the plan of care as needed for assigned patients and oversees activities for all other patients on unit. Evaluates patient progress toward goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other healthcare team members. Evaluates patient’s response and the effectiveness of patient teaching. - Documents assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the patient record for assigned patients and oversees activities for all other patients on unit: Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing intervention and patient’s response to treatment Reviews and notes physician’s orders accurately and in a timely manner. - Promotes professional development within delivery of care: Maintains clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area worked as demonstrated through annual validations. Participates in and attends internal and external educational in-services for continuing/ongoing education, including, but not limited to leadership training. Incorporates, supports, and participates in concepts of shared leadership at both departmental and organizational level. Utilizes evidence-based practice or research within clinical practice. Actively participates in performance/quality improvement processes including national nursing quality indicators. Interacts with and participates in the education/orientation of hospital personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others. Seeks opportunities for growth in the profession of nursing such as participation in professional nursing organizations and/or attaining specialty certification pertinent to the area in which they work. - Ensures code carts and emergency equipment is checked and functional. - Promotes the Patient Safety Standards as a core value of the organization. Other Duties - Participates in greater than or equal to 75% of all department staff meetings, unit leadership meetings, and NCL/ASC meetings. - Participates in hospital wide informational meetings and in-services, hospital wide forums, and seminars. - Reviews department and hospital-wide policies and procedures annually. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities This position requires general nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs) as well as excellent computer communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and the ability to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. This position also requires knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all hospital information systems and department specific equipment. This position requires self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Supervisory Responsibilities - Supervises staff performance and initiates critical conversations as needed. - Communicates issues and concerns to department director. - Intervenes and provides resources in critical and crisis situations. - Mediates issues between staff members, physicians, and patient/family members. - Oversees compliance with staff hourly rounding and bedside shift report. - Monitors appropriate hand-off of care. - Researches and communicates to department director issues related to incident occurrence reports, medication issues, patient and physician complaints, and concerns identified by ancillary departments. - Mentors, coaches and develops staff. - Oversees the efficient functioning of the nursing care in the department. - Participates in employee evaluation processes. - Participates in leadership development activities. - Leads hospital/department initiatives as directed by department director, such as: Monitors bedside shift report. Participates in staff rounding for outcomes. Delegates appropriately and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. All decisions are made within prescribed operating guidelines. Work Environment At Summit Healthcare, our mission statement is that we are trusted to provide exceptional, compassionate care close to home. Our vision is to be the healthcare system of choice. To uphold our mission and vision statements, we expect all employees to practice SHINE Behavioral standards: - Always SHINE – show respect and be kind. - Always work together – we are on the same team. - Always serve others – no job is beneath you. - Always maintain high standards of quality and safety – best practice every time. - Always communicate clearly – be compassionate. - Always practice integrity – maintain confidentiality. - Always be accountable – take responsibility. - Always empower – create an environment of success. - Always excel – don’t settle for mediocrity. - Always promote wellness – make choices for a healthy lifestyle. Physical Demands Heavy Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Graduate from an accredited school of nursing - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: NIOSH Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification DOT drug screening certification Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: OSHA Exposure Category 1 Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
CMA Full-time
Summit Healthcare

Certified Medical Assistant or Medical Assistant Resident, Urology - Full Time

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
General Position Summary: Assists in providing quality care for the patient population seen in the physician office. Performs all essential and secondary functions. Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities: • Records patient vitals and chief complaints. • Responsible for accurate charting of each patient chart. • Completes Electronic Health Record duties to include chart completion, buckets, and reporting. • Triage patients and assist provider with patient care. • Obtains, labels and documents specimens. • Perform EKGs, urine drug screens, SVN, and cerumen removal. • Administers vaccines, injections, and medications according to physician order and direction. • Performs venipuncture and point of care testing • Performs point of care quality testing • Set ups and maintains sterile field. • Assists providers with procedures. • Relays instructions to patients based on provider specifications • Maintains infections control and standard precautions. • Conducts and documents quality control measures. • Creates new patient charts. • Documents in real time, under the direction of the provider, in patient’s charts (scribe). • Provides phone coverage, reviews messages and returns calls when needed. • Cleans rooms, work stations, and equipment as directed in policy and procedures • Order, stock and maintain medical supplies. • Educates and trains patients to include training on home monitors or equipment. • Submit requests for authorizations, referrals, and Rx refills as directed by the provider. • Relays information via phone to patients related to (but not limited to) follow up testing and procedure results, and instructions. • Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior standards. • Promotes the Patient Safety Standards as a core value of the organization. Secondary Functions: • Covers the front office duties; schedules appointments; orders supplies. • Participates in departmental and hospitalwide informational meetings and inservices, including staff meetings, hospitalwide forums, and seminars. • Reviews department and hospitalwide policies and procedures annually. • All other duties as assigned. Additional / Seasonal Responsibilities: None Job Scope: This job involves: Recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm. A moderate level of complexity. Typical operation from established and well-known procedures. Performance of duties under moderate direction. Supervisory Responsibility: None. Interpersonal Contacts: Contacts: Are normally made with others both inside and outside the clinic. Are made with own department as well as other departments or locations. Frequently contain confidential/sensitive information necessitating discretion at all times. Are made via telephone, e-mail, and face-to-face interaction. Are usually with patients and staff. Specific Job Skills & Mental Activities: This position requires operational knowledge of all equipment in most physician practice offices, including: computer, printer, scanner, fax, copy machine, phone systems, credit card terminal, and EKG machine, point of care equipment, spirometry, autoclave, centrifuge, venipuncture equipment, and EHR programs specific to physician practices. This employee must be service oriented and have excellent customer service skills, computer skills, telephone etiquette, organizational skills, multitasking skills, professional interpersonal skills, time management skills and the ability to prioritize work, and. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Education and/or Experience: Level I: • Medical Assistant formal education or training (preferred) • Certification (NCCT) as a Certified OR Registered Medical Assistant or higher (LPN, RN) (required) • Basic computer skills (required). • IV or phlebotomy experience (preferred). • CPR/BLS (required within 30 days of hire) • Maintenance of CPR and MA Certification (required throughout employment) Note: RNs or LPNs hired as a certified MA must maintain their license in good standing and will work within the scope of an MA job description • Able to schedule patient appointments • Able to accurately take and document all vitals • Able to take and document a patient personal and family history Medical Assistant Resident Basic computer skills (required). Two years experience in a health-care field (preferred). IV or phlebotomy experience (preferred). CPR/BLS (required within 30 days of hire) NCCT Medical Assistant Certification (required within 90 days of hire) Level II: • All Skills above • One year experience in a health-care field. • Assist providers with procedures • Refill medications per provider guidelines • Understand medication classifications • Arrange for hospital/SNF/ surgical admissions, procedures • Obtain authorizations for procedures and medications • Prepare patient communication (Letters, phones notes, etc.) • Reconcile medications/alert to possible interactions • Understand lab results-know when to report STAT/Urgent results to provider • Medical Assistant is able to conduct the following tests: a. EKG b. POCT testing (INR, HcG, H&H, Rapid Strep, Rapid Flu, etc.) c. Administer all types of injections Level III: • All Skills above • Two years’ experience in a health-care field. • Manage COASIIS accounts • Phlebotomy is part of daily duties • Scribe/document for providers as needed • Cross train to other departments • Independently perform testing on patients (SIBO, etc.) PROVIDER MUST BE ON SITE Physical Demands & Job Conditions: Heavy Exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and contact with infectious fluids. Physical motions include finger dexterity, standing, walking, stooping, crawling, talking, reaching, feeling, sitting, bending, kneeling, climbing, grasping, listening/hearing, handling, lifting up to 50-100 pounds, and repetitive motions of the hands, wrists, and feet. This is considered a safety sensitive position. OSHA Exposure Category: OSHA Exposure Category 1 Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
RN Infusion Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN-Infusion Therapy, Full Time

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Registered nurses, regardless of specialty or work setting, utilize the Standards of Professional Nursing Practice and the listed competencies, in caring for the patients at Summit Healthcare. The nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span. Registered Nurse Seniors are high-performing employees who in addition to regular RN duties provide a specialty service or focus within a department or the organization. This specialty will require additional skills and experience than the RN position. Essential Functions Nursing standards of practice* as outlined below: Standard 1: Assessment - Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. - Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. - Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. - Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. - Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. - Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. - Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. - Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis - Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. - Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. - Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. - Prioritizes diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. - Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification - Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, - Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. - Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. - Evaluates the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning - Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. - Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. - Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. - Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. - Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation - Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. - Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. - Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). - Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. - Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. - Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. - Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. - Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. - Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. - Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. - Ensures care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of Summit Healthcare Association. Standard 6: Evaluation - Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. - Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. - Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. - Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition to the six standards above, Summit Healthcare also integrates the following standards: Advocacy: - Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. - Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. - Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. - Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. - Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. - Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: - Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. - Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. - Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. - Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. - Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. - Is a role model for the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. - Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. - Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. - Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. - Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: - Supports Summit’s philosophy, vision and mission. - Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. - Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. - Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. - Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. - Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. - Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. - Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. - Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. *Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 3 Edition, American Nurses Association. Published by Nursesbooks.org, 2015. Secondary Functions: - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reads department and association wide policies and procedures pertinent to the department. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities - General nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). - Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. - Knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. - Self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Supervisory Responsibilities None. Physical Demands Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS + / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Newborn Hearing Screening Certification Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification + DOT drug screening certification + Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) + Professional Organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
CMA Per Diem
Summit Healthcare

Diagnostic Imaging Asst- PRN

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
The following information is designed to outline the functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained. Job functions may change due to organizational need. General Position Summary: Responsible for providing organizational support, and communicating with all areas of the Diagnostic Imaging Department. Assists in the coordination of all radiology outpatients to ensure a timely, smooth, and pleasant experience. Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities: · Uses A.I.D.E.T. (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) in every patient transaction. · Greets patients with a smile o States, “Welcome to Summit” o Makes eye contact with every patient o Uses the patient name in every conversation with the patient. (A) o Answers phones in a pleasant, helpful manner o Thanks patients. (T) · Answers and distributes phone calls, mail, and other correspondence. · Checks outpatient orders for correctness; date, patient name, date of birth, exam type, diagnosis, signature. · Assists in completion of record requests from patients and outside facilities · Files and pulls charts · Files various paperwork and reports. · Assists the technologists as directed · Assists other Imaging Assistants as directed · Reviews and prepares schedule for the day and/or following day · Routinely checks e-mail for communications and/or policy changes · Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. · Promotes the Patient Safety Standards as a core value of the organization. Secondary Functions: · Chaperoning duties when needed by female assistants · Assists the File Room and Medical Records where possible · Transports patients to and from various departments and locations. · Participates in departmental and hospital wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, hospital wide forums, and seminars. · Reviews department and hospital wide policies and procedures annually. · All other duties as assigned. Additional / Seasonal Responsibilities: None. Job Scope: This job involves: Regular and recurring work situations. Flexibility of schedule based on need A moderate level of complexity. Typical operation of established and well-known procedures. Performance of duties under limited direction. Supervisory Responsibility: None. Interpersonal Contacts: Contacts: Are normally made with others both inside and outside the hospital. Are made with own department, staff, and supervisor as well as other departments and locations. Contain some discussion about confidential/sensitive matters. Include face-to-face, telephone, and e-mail. Include contact with staff, patients, and physicians. Specific Job Skills & Mental Activities: Operational knowledge of all office equipment in all areas of the Diagnostic Imaging Department Knowledge of commonly used programs Must be able to read, write, and speak English Strong communication skills Excellent customer service skills Telephone etiquette Ability to prioritize work Skilled in multitasking Proficient typing skills Organizational skills Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent (required). Basic typing and computer skills (required). 1 year related experience (preferred). BLS/CPR certification (required within 30 days of hire, must be maintained throughout employment). Medical terminology (preferred) Physical Demands & Job Conditions: Exert up to 100lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50lbs. of force more frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands are in excess of those of sedentary work. Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. The worker is exposed to extensive close work and extensive computer work with occasional heavy lifting. Physical motions include finger dexterity, standing, walking, stooping, talking, reaching, feeling, sitting, bending, kneeling, grasping, listening/hearing, handling, lifting up to 100 pounds, and repetitive motions of the hands, wrists, and feet. This is considered a safety sensitive position. OSHA Exposure Category: Involves no regular exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, but may require unplanned tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
RN Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN-Pre-Op, Full Time, Day Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Job Summary Registered nurses, regardless of specialty or work setting, utilize the Standards of Professional Nursing Practice and the listed competencies, in caring for the patients at Summit Healthcare. The nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span. Registered Nurse Seniors are high-performing employees who in addition to regular RN duties provide a specialty service or focus within a department or the organization. This specialty will require additional skills and experience than the RN position. Essential Functions Nursing standards of practice* as outlined below: Standard 1: Assessment - Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. - Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. - Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. - Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. - Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. - Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. - Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. - Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis - Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. - Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. - Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. - Prioritizes diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. - Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification - Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, - Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. - Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. - Evaluates the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning - Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. - Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. - Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. - Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. - Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation - Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. - Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. - Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). - Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. - Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. - Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. - Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. - Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. - Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. - Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. - Ensures care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of Summit Healthcare Association. Standard 6: Evaluation - Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. - Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. - Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. - Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition to the six standards above, Summit Healthcare also integrates the following standards: Advocacy: - Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. - Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. - Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. - Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. - Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. - Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: - Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. - Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. - Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. - Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. - Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. - Is a role model for the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. - Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. - Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. - Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. - Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: - Supports Summit’s philosophy, vision and mission. - Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. - Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. - Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. - Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. - Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. - Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. - Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. - Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. *Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 3rd Edition, American Nurses Association. Published by Nursesbooks.org, 2015. Secondary Functions: - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reads department and association wide policies and procedures pertinent to the department. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities: - This position requires: General nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. Knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. Self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Supervisory Responsibilities None. Work Environment At Summit Healthcare, our mission statement is that we are trusted to provide exceptional, compassionate care close to home. Our vision is to be the healthcare system of choice. To uphold our mission and vision statements, we expect all employees to practice SHINE Behavioral standards: - Always SHINE – show respect and be kind. - Always work together – we are on the same team. - Always serve others – no job is beneath you. - Always maintain high standards of quality and safety – best practice every time. - Always communicate clearly – be compassionate. - Always practice integrity – maintain confidentiality. - Always be accountable – take responsibility. - Always empower – create an environment of success. - Always excel – don’t settle for mediocrity. - Always promote wellness – make choices for a healthy lifestyle. Physical Demands Heavy Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Graduate from an accredited school of nursing - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: NIOSH Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification DOT drug screening certification Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: OSHA Exposure Category 1 Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
RN Pediatric Full-time
Summit Healthcare

RN Nursery - Full Time, Day Shift

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Come work where others vacation! We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses for our Nursery unit! Now offering a $10k sign on bonus & relocation assistance plus night shift differential! Our People. Join us for a fulfilling career where we prioritize your growth. We offer diverse career paths, including cross-training in Labor and Delivery, Postpartum care, and our Level 2 nursery. Our team values collaboration and camaraderie. With team outings to strengthen connections, our staff enjoys a supportive and fun work environment. Our Department. In our department, we operate in a family-centered care environment, focusing primarily on ensuring the best possible birthing experience for our community's families. Our unit offers a diverse range of services, including care during triage visits, the labor process, and postpartum care. We're equipped to manage both well newborns and premature infants, even those born as early as 32 weeks gestation. Join our team and be part of a supportive environment where your skills can flourish, and you can contribute to the well-being of our patients and their families. About our Labor & Delivery Unit: 24/7/365 NNP services 800 + deliveries annually We deliver down to 32 weeks but will deliver to any gestational age in an emergency or case where the patient cannot be transported safely. 10 couplet care/GYN beds, 7 LDRP rooms, 2 triage beds & 2 Obstetrical operating rooms. Cesarean sections are performed in the OB OR. Summit Healthcare’s Level II Nursery is certified by the Arizona Perinatal Trust as a Level II Perinatal Care Center. A special team of skilled physicians, neonatal nurse practitioners, and nurses provide 24- hour care for your baby in a nurturing compassionate, and family friendly setting. The staff in the nursery cares for infants who need special care, including those with respiratory and feeding difficulties or those requiring antibiotic and IV therapy. The Level II Nursery is fully equipped with monitors, bed warmers and isolettes. Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities: Standard 1: Assessment Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. Prioritize diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. Evaluate the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. Care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of the Association (Summit Healthcare Association). Standard 6: Evaluation Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition the six standards above, the Association also integrates the following into the professional nursing of the association. Advocacy: Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. Role models the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: Supports the philosophy, vision and mission of the Association. Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. Additional Responsibilities: Completes all tasks as expressed in the Skills Delineation List. Job Scope: Recurring work situations with occasional variations from the norm. Will assist other nursing units within scope of training. A moderate to high level of complexity. Operation from established and well-known procedures. Performance of duties under moderate supervision. Assigned to be “On-Call” for emergency backup as needed. Must be available to share in weekend and holiday rotation for scheduling shifts. Specific Job Skills & Mental Activities: This position requires general nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). This position requires excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. This position also requires knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. This position requires self-direction and self-motivation.
RN Home Health Per Diem
Summit Healthcare

Registered Nurse, Home Health, PRN

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Registered nurses, regardless of specialty or work setting, utilize the Standards of Professional Nursing Practice and the listed competencies, in caring for the patients at Summit Healthcare. The nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span. Registered Nurse Seniors are high-performing employees who in addition to regular RN duties provide a specialty service or focus within a department or the organization. This specialty will require additional skills and experience than the RN position. Essential Functions Nursing standards of practice* as outlined below: Standard 1: Assessment - Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. - Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. - Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. - Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. - Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. - Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. - Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. - Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis - Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. - Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. - Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. - Prioritizes diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. - Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification - Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, - Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. - Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. - Evaluates the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning - Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. - Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. - Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. - Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. - Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation - Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. - Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. - Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). - Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. - Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. - Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. - Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. - Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. - Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. - Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. - Ensures care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of Summit Healthcare Association. Standard 6: Evaluation - Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. - Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. - Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. - Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition to the six standards above, Summit Healthcare also integrates the following standards: Advocacy: - Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. - Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. - Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. - Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. - Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. - Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: - Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. - Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. - Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. - Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. - Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. - Is a role model for the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. - Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. - Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. - Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. - Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: - Supports Summit’s philosophy, vision and mission. - Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. - Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. - Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. - Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. - Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. - Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. - Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. - Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. *Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 3 Edition, American Nurses Association. Published by Nursesbooks.org, 2015. Secondary Functions: - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reads department and association wide policies and procedures pertinent to the department. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities - General nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). - Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. - Knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. - Self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Supervisory Responsibilities None. Physical Demands Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS + / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Newborn Hearing Screening Certification Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification + DOT drug screening certification + Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) + Professional Organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.
RN Pediatric Part-time
Summit Healthcare

RN-Nursery, Night Shift-Part Time

Summit Healthcare Show Low, AZ
Registered nurses, regardless of specialty or work setting, utilize the Standards of Professional Nursing Practice and the listed competencies, in caring for the patients at Summit Healthcare. The nursing process, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are utilized to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span. Registered Nurse Seniors are high-performing employees who in addition to regular RN duties provide a specialty service or focus within a department or the organization. This specialty will require additional skills and experience than the RN position. Essential Functions Nursing standards of practice* as outlined below: Standard 1: Assessment - Provides initial and ongoing assessment and interpretation of patients within the framework of holistic professional nursing practice, and in accordance with the principles of patient and family centered care. - Integrates knowledge from environmental factors into the assessment process. - Assesses and interprets information and data regarding the patient’s culture and values system, lifestyle, and interest and ability to participate in their care, and other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes. - Recognizes the impact of one’s own attitudes, beliefs and values on the assessment process. - Identifies barriers to effective communication based on psychosocial, literacy, economic, cultural and religious considerations. - Assesses and interprets patient’s ability (physical, social and psychological) to manage their health in order to transition their care or discharge. In collaboration with the patient or family identifies patient or family needs based on analysis of data. - Identifies and communicates patient or family needs to the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care as appropriate through accurate documentation and vocal communication. - Provides ongoing monitoring of patient’s and / or their family’s response to intervention; identifies deviations from expected outcomes and assesses change in patient status. Standard 2: Diagnosis - Identifies risks to the patient’s health and safety including risk from interpersonal, systematic, cultural or environmental lifestyle. - Uses assessment data and clinical decision support tools to identify and communicate actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues. - Corroborates the diagnoses with the patient, family, group or community. - Prioritizes diagnoses based on mutually agreed goals to meet the healthcare needs of the patient, family, group or community. - Documents diagnoses in a manner that facilitates the determination of the expected outcomes and plan. Standard 3: Outcomes Identification - Identifies expected outcomes for an individualized patient treatment plan, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, - Creates culturally sensitive expected outcomes from assessment data in collaboration with the patient and their care partner that facilitate coordination of care. - Documents expected outcomes as measurable goals. - Evaluates the actual outcomes against the expected outcomes. Standard 4: Planning - Develops, coordinates and updates an individualized plan of care, based on evidence, in collaboration with the patient and their family, the interdisciplinary health care team and other providers of care promoting continuity of care across the continuum. - Develops evidence-based strategies to address each of the identified diagnoses, problems, or issues including but not limited to the following: Promotion of health, prevention of illness or injury, healing, and supportive care. - Prioritizes nursing interventions to achieve patient outcomes and goals. - Modifies the plan according to the ongoing assessment of the patient’s response and other outcomes. - Develops and coordinates a comprehensive discharge and education plan to meet the patient and their family’s needs, including health promotion, self-management, identifying and coordinating resources to promote continuity of care across the continuum. Standard 5: Implementation - Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient or families. - Identifies, initiates and coordinates therapeutic interventions consistent with the legislated scope of practice and level of competence. - Implements prescribed interventions (e.g. diagnostic tests, medications) and performs independent nursing interventions (e.g. patient and family education). - Ensures the implementation, coordination and ongoing evaluation of the patient care plan. - Provides counseling that assists the patient in developing, improving, or regaining skills, social and community supports, promoting health and recovering from illness and disability. - Consults with the interdisciplinary team and other care providers to discuss changes related to patient status, and modifies interventions. - Provides information and instruction to assist patients and family members to understand health care practices and processes. - Utilizes educational material to support patients understanding of their health care, health promotion, and or health maintenance, and the enhancement of their individual well-being. - Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. - Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential. - Ensures care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of Summit Healthcare Association. Standard 6: Evaluation - Utilizes data obtained from the patient and their family and other health care providers to evaluate the plan of care including the patient’s responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes. - Supervises and evaluates care provided by direct care assistive and support staff. - Uses data and evidence based best practice to evaluate and revised planned nursing activities and interventions. - Documents complete accurate and relevant data for every patient according to Association policies and guidelines. In addition to the six standards above, Summit Healthcare also integrates the following standards: Advocacy: - Provides a supportive environment for communications and decision making by patients and their families. - Advocates for and supports the principles of patient and family centered care, and patient rights and wellbeing. - Assists patient and families, to become aware of issues relevant to their health care needs and provides information on resources and services within the health care system. - Recognizes trends in health care needs within patient groups served, and involves the patient in planning mutually expected outcomes where possible and appropriate. - Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of legislation dealing with patient rights and responsibilities in health care. - Demonstrates knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other health care professionals. - Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Professional Development and Accountability: - Practices within professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times. - Demonstrates professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior. - Contributes to positive team functioning and supporting one another. - Develops cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care. - Actively participates in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals. - Is a role model for the principles of continuous quality improvement by critical reflection of own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and supervisors. - Accountable for reporting professional practice issues to the appropriate person, agency or professional body. - Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods. - Displays proper etiquette and mannerisms that reflect the SHINE Behavior Standards. - Promotes the patient safety standards as a core value and part of the strategic plan of the organization. Professional Leadership, Education and Research: - Supports Summit’s philosophy, vision and mission. - Participates in the development and revision of standards of care, policies and procedures. - Participates in and supports organizational or professional committees and in activities related to professional practice, quality improvement and patient safety. - Promotes a safe work environment by identifying and resolving potential risk issues. - Demonstrates an awareness of organizational and unit needs by participating in the establishment of priorities, the management of resources, and in modifying the environment to meet changing needs. - Functions as a change agent by thinking reflectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives, and supporting change. - Identifies and participates in problem or conflict resolution utilizing appropriate strategies, processes and procedures. - Guides clinical learning experiences as a preceptor for students and staff as assigned and supports the orientation of new staff and students. - Accepts responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs. *Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, 3 Edition, American Nurses Association. Published by Nursesbooks.org, 2015. Secondary Functions: - Participates in departmental and association wide informational meetings and in-services, including staff meetings, association wide forums, and seminars. - Reads department and association wide policies and procedures pertinent to the department. Other Duties Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Abilities - General nursing skills and knowledge of general office equipment (including the nurse call system, telephone system, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and commonly used hospital programs). - Excellent computer, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, supervisory, interpersonal skills, basic math skills, and be able to exercise independent judgment skills when necessary. - Knowledge of hospital equipment and programs, including all Hospital Information Systems and department specific equipment. - Self-direction and self-motivation. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Supervisory Responsibilities None. Physical Demands Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. The worker is exposed to contact with chemicals and infectious fluids, heavy lifting, constant standing, extensive close work, and extensive computer work. Required Education and Experience All Departments: - Current AZ RN license - CPR Certification % Department Specific Education and Experience Emergency Department: ACLS * / & PALS * / & NIHSS & SECURE TNCC, ATLS or ITLS or other trauma course (with approval) ** / & ENPC ** (preferred) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Dialysis: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Home Health: Arizona Dept. of Public Safety class 1 fingerprint clearance card Current driver’s license Current auto insurance Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ICU: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 2 ACLS * / & PALS + / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Med/Surg 3 and Med/Surg Telemetry ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OB: PALS * / & (L&D only) Department specific stroke education STABLE ** / & + AWHONN intermediate and/or advanced fetal monitoring ** / & (L&D only) NRP * / & Newborn Hearing Screening Certification Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience OR: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience ASC/Preop/PACU: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Department specific stroke education SECURE (Floats only) Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience IV Therapy: ACLS * / & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Imaging: NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Diagnostic Imaging: ACLS * / & + PALS * / & + Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Oncology: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification ** / & Cath Lab: ACLS * / & NIHSS & Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience Occupational Health: Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT) certification + DOT drug screening certification + Certified Occupational Hearing Conservationist (CAOHC) + Professional Organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + Cardiac Rehab: ACLS * / & Senior Behavioral Health: NIHSS & SECURE Professional organization specialty certification + Baccalaureate in nursing + 1+ years specific unit experience * - Renewal may take up to 30 days after expiration of original certification. ** - Renewal make take up to 75 days after expiration of original certification. & - Required within 6 months of employment, or at completion of orientation. % - Certification required with 30 days of employment. X – Required. + - Preferred. OSHA Exposure Category: Involves exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. This is a safety sensitive position.