Medical Center Health System

Medical Assistant

Position Summary The Medical Assistant assists the Primary Care Providers in providing quality care as delegated . This individual is also cross trained to assist in clerical tasks, waived testing and phlebotomy. Qualifications Education: High School graduate or equivalent required upon hire or transfer to the department.Certificate of completion from an accredited medical assistant program required upon hire or transfer to the department. Training and Experience: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required through the American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire or transferred to department. Minimum of six (6)months’ experience working as an MA; one (1) year of experience in an ambulatory setting preferred. Bilingual abilities are desirable but not mandatory. EKG and Cardiac Rhythms knowledge Mental Health First Aid-Suicide Awareness Training Demonstrate appropriate leadership skills: a. Professionalism b. Modeling Decision-making and problem resolution c. Role Presentation d. Communication Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: 1. Heavy lifting 2. Varied work hours and shifts 3. Work under stress 4. Sustained standing and walking May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
Medical Center Health System

Medical Assistant

Position Summary The MA assists the physician and mid-level practitioners in providing quality care as delegated. Under general supervision in an outpatient clinical setting, provides initial patient triage, registration, and administrative services. Assists with direct patient care, and performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature, as dictated by established clinical protocol. Education High School graduate or equivalent. Must have certificate of completion from an accredited medical assistant program. Training And Experience Minimum of six months experience working as a MA preferred; one year of experience in an ambulatory setting preferred. Bilingual abilities desirable but, not mandatory. Current BLS Certification required through the American Heart Association. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
Medical Center Health System

CST III

Position Summary The Certified Surgical Technologist/LVN Surgical Technologist and the Surgical Technologist assist in the nursing care and preparation of surgical patients in the Outpatient and Main Operating Room. He/she functions as a member of the sterile team in donning gown and gloves, creating and maintaining a sterile field and issuing instruments to surgeons utilizing AORN standards of care. Qualifications Education: Current Surgical Technologist Certification or eligible upon hire or transfer to the department. Surgical Technologist I and II must obtain Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification within six (6) months of hire or transfer to position. Surgical Technologists who were employed before September 1, 2009, may remain employed as surgical technologists without meeting the certification requirement. Training and Experience: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire or transfer to department. Complete the following competencies within three (3) months of hire or transfer to department: Aseptic technique Gowning and gloving Surgical hand scrub Surgical case preparation Sterile case set-up Surgical draping Intraoperative actions Postoperative actions ST and CST levels are based off of a point system designed in the career ladder. Basic DaVinci Robotic Surgery proficiency-within one (1) year for new hires; within two(2) years of signing job description for tenured staff. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts Comply with Call Schedule May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN or LVN

Position Summary For RN Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Position Summary For LVN The LVN scope of practice is a directed scope of practice and requires appropriate supervision. The LVN functions within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Medical Center Health System. The LVN is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and focused nursing care to assigned patients with predictable health needs. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse (BSN preferred) or holds a current Texas permit or license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. BSN preferred. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts May encounter exposure to infectious diseases
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN

Position Summary Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association within 6 months or hire or transfer to department. TCAR (Trauma Care After Resuscitation) or TNCC within 12 months of hire or transfer to department. (class selection dependent on director assignmen
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN

Position Summary Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association within 6 months or hire or transfer to department. TCAR (Trauma Care After Resuscitation) or TNCC within 12 months of hire or transfer to department. (class selection dependent on director assignmen
Medical Center Health System

Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist RN

Position Summary Facilitates improvement of clinical documentation. Obtains, through the query process, appropriate physician documentation that identifies clinical conditions or procedures and supports the severity of illness, risk of mortality, complexity of care, and appropriate reimbursement for the level of services rendered. Supports timely, accurate, and complete documentation of clinical information used for measuring and reporting physician and hospital outcomes. Educates all members of the patient care team on an ongoing basis. Qualifications Inpatient experience or other applicable clinical experience with excellent written and oral communication skills as well as critical thinking skills. Clinical knowledge (anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology) and working knowledge of or ability to learn inpatient admission criteria. Knowledge of or ability to learn coding concepts and guidelines and clinical terminology, ability to read and analyze all information in a patient’s health record. This position will require assertive personality traits to facilitate ongoing physician communication and ability to establish and maintain strong verbal and written communication with providers and other clinicians. Requires computer literacy and familiarity with the operation of basic office equipment. Does require the ability to stand and walk in the performance of job responsibilities and to work independently in a time-oriented environment. Must have ability and willingness to seek out and accept change, demonstrates adaptability and self-motivation by staying abreast of CMS rules and regulations and incorporating those changes into daily practice. A working knowledge of Medicare reimbursement system and coding structures preferred, but not required. Education Current RN, LVN or other applicable license in the state of Texas. Training And Experience Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in acute care hospital setting or other clinical care setting (e.g., medical-surgical, ICU, case management, etc.). Familiar with or ability to learn documentation guidelines required for coding and revenue cycle processes. Excellent observation skills, analytical/critical thinking, problem-solving, plus effective verbal and written communication skills. Job Knowledge Must have knowledge of health care delivery documentation systems and related medical record documents, knowledge of age-specific needs and the elements of disease processes and related procedures, as well as strong broad-based clinical knowledge and understanding of pathology/physiology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and critical thinking skills and ability to work independently in a timeoriented environment. Working knowledge of inpatient admission criteria. Working knowledge of Medicare reimbursement system and coding structures preferred, but not required. Assertive personality traits to Page 5 of 5 facilitate ongoing physician communication. Keeps abreast of new theories and advances in coding practices. This position will require substantial interaction with Revenue Cycle billing, UOM and HIM coding functions at MCHS. Computer literacy and familiarity with the operation of basic office equipment is a must. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Must be able to work at a computer for hours at a time and be able to juggle job duties to meet deadlines. Ability to stand and walk in the performance of job responsibilities Must have ability to remain calm, to think and act quickly and logically in a crisis. D. Must be able to work independently, with the possibility of frequent interruptions. Must be able to work independently, with the possibility of frequent interruptions.
Medical Center Health System

Medical Assistant

The MA assists the Primary Care Providers in providing quality care as delegated. This individual is also cross-trained to assist in clerical tasks, waived testing and phlebotomy. Qualifications Education: High School graduate or equivalent. Must have certificate of completion from an accredited medical assistant program (Associate Degree/Ladder Curriculum). In the process of completing the requirements and qualifications to receive American Medical Technologists Registry. Training and Experience: Minimum of six months experience working as a MA; one year of experience in an ambulatory setting preferred. Bilingual abilities desirable but not mandatory. Current BLS Certification required thru the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Full range of body motion including lifting and handling patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires correct vision and hearing to normal ranges. Occasionally lifts and carries up to 25 pounds. Requires working under stressful conditions and working irregular hours. Travel to out of town satellite clinics required as needed.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN or LVN

Position Summary For RN Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Position Summary For LVN The LVN scope of practice is a directed scope of practice and requires appropriate supervision. The LVN functions within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Medical Center Health System. The LVN is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and focused nursing care to assigned patients with predictable health needs. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse (BSN preferred) or holds a current Texas permit or license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. BSN preferred. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts including weekends and holidays B. May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN or LVN

Position Summary For RN Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Position Summary For LVN Functions as a direct patient care giver on an assigned shift under the supervision of an R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures within the Scope of Practice of an LVN. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse (BSN preferred) or holds a current Texas permit or license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Rn Training and Experience: One year experience in acute care setting preferred. Current BLS certification required. Successful completion of hospital and nursing orientation within 3 months of hire. ACLS certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. PALS certification within 6 months of hire or transfer to department EKG course within one year of hire or transfer to department. Complete the following competencies within 3 months of hire or transfer to department: Lab order entry Documentation IV therapy Unit safety Body substance isolation Handling controlled substances Role in Code Blue Admitting patients to the unit Outpatient PACU staff: Understanding anesthesia agents Understanding reversal agents Planning care of the patient Implementation of care Arrythmia recognition Role in Code Blue Pacemakers Respiratory needs of patients Neurological system Musculoskeletal system Medication decision making PACU equipment Evaluation of care LVN One Year Experience In Acute Care Setting Preferred. Current BLS certification required. Successful completion of hospital and nursing orientation within 3 months of hire. ACLS certification within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. PALS certification within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. EKG course within one year of hire or transfer to department. Seeks RN guidance in delivery of patient care. Complete the following competencies within 3 months of hire or transfer to department: Lab order entry Documentation IV therapy Unit safety Body substance isolation Handling controlled substances Role in Code Blue Admitting patients to the unit Outpatient PACU staff: Understanding anesthesia agents Understanding reversal agents Planning care of the patient Implementation of care Arrythmia recognition Role in Code Blue Pacemakers Respiratory needs of patients Neurological system Musculoskeletal system Medication decision making PACU equipment Evaluation of care
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN or LVN

Position Summary For RN Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Position Summary For LVN The LVN scope of practice is a directed scope of practice and requires appropriate supervision. The LVN functions within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Medical Center Health System. The LVN is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and focused nursing care to assigned patients with predictable health needs. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse (BSN preferred) or holds a current Texas permit or license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. BSN preferred. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts including weekends and holidays B. May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN or LVN

Position Summary For RN Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Position Summary For LVN The LVN scope of practice is a directed scope of practice and requires appropriate supervision. The LVN functions within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Medical Center Health System. The LVN is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and focused nursing care to assigned patients with predictable health needs. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse (BSN preferred) or holds a current Texas permit or license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. BSN preferred. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Neonate Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. STABLE course within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts including weekends and holidays B. May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN or LVN

Position Summary For RN Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Position Summary For LVN The LVN scope of practice is a directed scope of practice and requires appropriate supervision. The LVN functions within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Medical Center Health System. The LVN is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and focused nursing care to assigned patients with predictable health needs. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse (BSN preferred) or holds a current Texas permit or license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. BSN preferred. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Neonate Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. STABLE course within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts including weekends and holidays B. May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN or LVN

Position Summary For RN Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Position Summary For LVN The LVN scope of practice is a directed scope of practice and requires appropriate supervision. The LVN functions within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Medical Center Health System. The LVN is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and focused nursing care to assigned patients with predictable health needs. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse (BSN preferred) or holds a current Texas permit or license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. BSN preferred. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN

Position Summary Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B. Training And Experience One year experience in acute care setting preferred. Current BLS certification required. Successful completion of hospital and nursing orientation within 3 months of hire. ACLS certifications within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. PALS certification within 6 months of hire or transfer to department EKG course within one year of hire or transfer to department. Complete the following competencies within 3 months of hire or transfer to department: Lab order entry Documentation IV therapy Unit safety Body substance isolation Handling controlled substances Role in Code Blue Admitting patients to the unit Outpatient PACU staff: Understanding anesthesia agents Understanding reversal agents Planning care of the patient Implementation of care Arrythmia recognition Role in Code Blue Pacemakers Respiratory needs of patients Neurological system Musculoskeletal system Medication decision making PACU equipment Evaluation of care
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN

Position Summary Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Neonate Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts including weekends and holidays B. May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN

Position Summary Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experienced R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Neonate Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. STABLE course within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN

Position Summary Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association within 12 months of hire or transfer to department. Trauma Nurse Care Course (TNCC) within 18 months of hire or transfer to department. Two years of RN experience in acute care setting preferred.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN

Position Summary Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association within 12 months of hire or transfer to department. Trauma Nurse Care Course (TNCC) within 18 months of hire or transfer to department. Two years of RN experience in acute care setting preferred.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN

Position Summary The Registered Nurse functions in the Outpatient and Main Operating Room as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of the Charge Nurse. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process and AORN Standards of Care. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B. Required Certifications & Training Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association within 12 months of hire or transfer to department. Minimal Lift required annually. Clinical Carnival required annually. C. Preferred Training & Certification Trauma Norse Core Curriculum (TNCC) preferred. CNOR preferred. D. Training & Experience One year of RN experience in acute care setting preferred. EKG course within one year of hire or transfer to department. Moderate sedation competency completed within 3 months of hire or transfer to department. Complete the following competencies within 3 months of hire or transfer to department. Aseptic technique Gowning and gloving Surgical hand scrub Surgical skin prep Electronic perioperative charting Role of the circulator in surgical case preparation Role of the circulator in preoperative patient assessment Role of the circulator in intraoperative patient care Role of the circulator in postoperative patient care Basic daVinci Robotic Surgery proficiency-within 1 year for new hires; within 2 years of signing job description for tenured staff.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN or LVN ($20,000 Signing Bonus with 3 year commitment)

Position Summary For RN Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experienced R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. $20,000 Sign-on bonus with 3-year commitment. Position Summary For LVN The LVN scope of practice is a directed scope of practice and requires appropriate supervision. The LVN functions within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Medical Center Health System. The LVN is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and focused nursing care to assigned patients with predictable health needs. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse (BSN preferred) or hold a current Texas permit or license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. BSN preferred. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts May encounter exposure to infectious diseases
Medical Center Health System

CST IV

Position Summary The Certified Surgical Technologist/LVN Surgical Technologist and the Surgical Technologist assist in the nursing care and preparation of surgical patients in the Outpatient and Main Operating Room. He/she functions as a member of the sterile team in donning gown and gloves, creating and maintaining a sterile field and issuing instruments to surgeons utilizing AORN standards of care. Ualifications Education: Current Surgical Technologist Certification or eligible upon hire or transfer to the department. Surgical Technologist I and II must obtain Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification within six (6) months of hire or transfer to position. Surgical Technologists who were employed before Page 3 of 4 September 1, 2009, may remain employed as surgical technologists without meeting the certification requirement. Training and Experience: Current Basic Life Support (BL)S Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) upon hire or transfer to department. Complete the following competencies within three (3) months of Hire Or Transfer To Department Aseptic technique Gowning and gloving Surgical hand scrub Surgical case preparation Sterile case set-up Surgical draping Intraoperative actions Postoperative actions ST and CST levels are based off of a point system designed in the career ladder. Basic DaVinci Robotic Surgery proficiency-within one (1) year for new hires; within two(2) years of signing job description for tenured staff. VI. Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions Ability to perform: Heavy lifting Sustained standing and walking Work under stress Varied work hours and shifts Comply with Call Schedule May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN or GN W/Permit

Position Summary Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Education Holds a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department.
Medical Center Health System

Clinical RN or LVN

Position Summary For RN Functions as a staff nurse under the guidance and supervision of an experience R.N. Performs routine patient care assignments and carries out established nursing procedures utilizing the nursing process. Position Summary For LVN The LVN scope of practice is a directed scope of practice and requires appropriate supervision. The LVN functions within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Medical Center Health System. The LVN is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and focused nursing care to assigned patients with predictable health needs. Education Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse (BSN preferred) or holds a current Texas permit or license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. BSN preferred. Training And Experience Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through the American Heart Association within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association within 12 months of hire or transfer to department. RN only: Trauma Nurse Care Course (TNCC) within 18 months of hire or transfer to department. RN only: Two years of RN experience in acute care setting preferred.