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Registered Nurse II, FT, Nights, Peds Psych DTC

University of Maryland Medical System Baltimore, MD

Job Requirements I. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. These are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Understand and follow policies and protocols and help others with using these resources effectively. Attentive to addressing patient needs in relation to quality measures, National Patient Safety Goals, and patient education. Functions as charge nurse and/or preceptor. Works with supervisor to resolve issues at the unit level. Performs assessments and reassessments, as appropriate for the patient’s needs, collecting data from all sources to assist with formulating a nursing diagnosis. Develops an individualized Plan of Care, based on the patient’s assessment, with mutual, realistic and measurable goals and documents this thoroughly in the patient’s record. Coordinates and directs available resources and personnel in developing and following the Plan of Care. Performs treatments, including medication administration, as ordered by the physician and carries out nursing interventions in accordance with the Plan of Care. Evaluates the patient’s response to treatments/interventions through reassessment and revises the Plan of Care as necessary. Documents assessments and reassessments, thoroughly, accurately and on time. Documents any changes to the Plan of Care and communicates these changes to team members. Documents treatments/interventions including medication administration thoroughly and per hospital policy. Assesses patient’s teaching needs, and plans patient education accordingly. Completes patient and family teaching, assesses understanding and document accordingly. Communicates and collaborates effectively with other members of the health care team to ensure continuity and coordination of care, appropriate care delivery and to report changes in patient’s condition. Facilitates safe and timely patient throughput, including admission/transfer/discharge, diagnostics and therapeutics. Complies with hospital policies and practices in all aspects of care and professional behavior. Follows Joint Commission (TJC) and Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) standards as part of routine practice. Assists with annual PCT core competency program. Attends and actively participates in unit staff meetings. Attends and actively participates in shared governance through participation on committees or task forces. Supports Shared Governance. Demonstrates support and compliance with UMMC Midtown Campus’ mission, vision, values, philosophy, goals objectives and policies. Meets the continuing education and participation requirements of the clinical ladder. Work Experience II. Education and Experience Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required; BSN preferred. Up-to-date status on all mandatory training and classes. One-year nursing experience. Solid knowledge and clinical skills. Current CPR certification required. Maintenance of 10 contact hours of education every two years. Member of a professional organization. Recent applicable clinical experience in a comparable setting ACLS provider completion within 1 year of employment in the following departments: ICU/IMC, PACU, Interventional Radiology, GI Lab, and ED. PALS completion within 1 year of employment in the following departments: PACU and Emergency Department.

CMA

Full-time

3 weeks ago

Patient Care Technician II - Primary Family Med

CHRISTUS Health Santa Fe, NM

Summary: Responsible for greeting patients on the phone and in the clinic in a warm friendly tone. Registration and interviewing of patients to obtain accurate demographic and financial information while scheduling appointment. Other responsibilities may include returning messages, scheduling follow up tests, referrals and prior authorizations. Assists patients, nurses and providers in patient care in the clinic setting. Performs vital signs, and obtains history of chief complaint for visit. Performs various Point of Care Testing and documents assuring quality control for each test completed. Responsibilities: Greets patients, escorts patient into exam room, and performs vital signs, weight and height, and obtains history of chief complaint for visit. Completes documentation appropriately in patient chart. Reports relevant information requiring immediate attention to nurse or provider. Responsible for stocking supplies in assigned physician's examination rooms. Works within the clinic’s scope of practice. Assists with patient check in and check out as needed. Completes annual and core competencies required for scope of practice. Performs various Point of Care testing procedures and documents completely and legibly assuring quality control for each test completed. Appropriately takes direction from charge individual within the scope of practice during emergency situations. Documents and reports malfunctioning equipment and disturbing incidents that occur in clinic to Manager. Maintains infection control standards by clean-up of specified equipment and areas as assigned; takes out biohazard bags from exam rooms at the end of the clinic day and disposes of waste. Attends and actively participates in staff meetings/activities regularly. Completes annual Health Stream and HIPAA online training modules. Attends classes in safety and infection control, in addition patient care conferences or in-services for new equipment, processes and procedures. Preserves patient personal health information to ensure a true record of the patient’s clinic visit. Demonstrates effective competency of care, comfort and safety related to age of patient. Performs all front desk tasks such as meeting and directing patients, answering the phone, making patient appointments. Accesses Epic and other applicable practice management systems to schedule patients and obtain documentation and other patient data as required to support practice activities and processes. Acts as a resource to office staff. Uses skills and experience to anticipate requirements and guide activities of less experienced staff. Requirements: Education: High School Graduation or GED. Successful completion of an accredited nursing assistant, EMT, or medical assistant program of study. Experience: A minimum of one year of in-patient or medical office experience including direct patient preferred. Outstanding Service Excellence skills to guarantee quality patient care and patient satisfaction Knowledge and skill to obtain vital signs and PHI Strong organizational skills; excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills required Ability to work collaboratively with others Ability to work independently, asserts initiative on performance improvement opportunities Ability to navigate through computer software by use of a mouse, keyboard or stylus and windows based software. Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses: BLS issued through American Heart Association and Certified Medical Assistant certification required. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time