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* State Licensure Required
* Full Time RD: 36 Hours Per Week
* Full Benefits Included
* Associate Level or Registered Dietitian.
Description
Provide your personal attention and kindness, professional insight, and a generosity of spirit.
Offer expertise and encouragement.
Enhance each patient's future-as well as your own.
Connect with your goals and change lives
with Fresenius Medical Care North America.
Here, we make connections that empower patients, their families, and our team members.
As the global leader in dialysis healthcare, we form bonds that enable the best possible outcomes and professional satisfaction.
While our extensive organization continues to grow, so do opportunities for our professionals to learn, grow, and advance.
Why Join the Fresenius Team?
Passion.
Dedication.
Knowledge.
Motivation.
Experience.
These are the impressive qualities you'll find in the Fresenius Leadership Team.
Our strength in the North American market and extensive global network provide our employees with the best of both worlds-the friendliness of a local organization and the stability of a worldwide organization-for diverse experiences and challenging career opportunities.
When you join the Fresenius Medical Care team, you'll be welcomed into a company that is built on the philosophy that our employees are our most important asset.
Our career advantages include the following:
* Fresenius Medical Care is the nation's largest provider of renal care, meeting the needs of more than 135,000 patients at 1,800 clinics throughout the country.
* Our well-established, trusted organization fosters a spirit of camaraderie, emphasizing friendly collaboration, professional support, and career development.
* Superior training, UltraCare� quality control, and certification procedures ensure your potential to succeed and advance as a professional.
* Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits.
* Outstanding tuition reimbursement program.
* Recognized among Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies� in 2011.
* National Safety Award from CNA insurance companies for 11 consecutive years.
* Opportunities to give back by participating in philanthropy and community outreach programs.
Registered Dietitian-Renal Care
Embrace this opportunity to help patients live better lives and accomplish important professional objectives.
As part of an interdisciplinary team within our Medical Services division, the professional we select will provide patients with counseling and nutritional assessments, and calculate prescription diets.
This individual will assess patient knowledge of diet and kidney disease, and offer patient-specific, detailed information about nutritional status, adequacy measures and results, fluid status, and nutrition-related lab parameters.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Progra...
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:16
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Maintains files of medical records and performs other clerical duties as required.
Ensures proper maintenance of patient charts/records.
Works in compliance with guidelines for release of information.
Files and retrieves medical records in appropriate files, maintaining files in a fashion which is conducive to rapid retrieval of records.
Prepares lab shipments and files results.
Utilizes electronic health record system for inquiry purposes, enters and sends data, and generates reports.
Answers phones and greets visitors and patients and assists with scheduling.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Answer telephones & route calls to the appropriate person.
* Monitor and distribute incoming mail, both email and postal delivery.
* Greet visitors and patients as applicable and conducting them to the appropriate location or person as needed.
* Maintain inventory of facility supplies and replenish supply as needed, including ordering staff uniforms & name tags.
* Compile and maintain medical records of both the in-centerand home patients in the dialysis facility according to company policies and proceduresand in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.
Ensures patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.
* Store or dispose of obsolete files when appropriate according to the procedures defined by the Fresenius Medical Care Compliance Records Managementdepartment and in compliance with Federal,state and local regulations.
* Assist with Daily Validation reports/process.
* Coordinate facility accounts receivable and account payable functions, including creating PO's, receiving and scanning all relevant documents and assist with travel reimbursement as needed.
* Prepare lab slips and tube labels for routine and non-routine blood work.
* Pack boxes for shipment and then direct these to the appropriate laboratory as required.
* Assist in the collectionof data to support the completion of facility reports, such as Continuous Quality Improvement reports, comorbid documentation, TAP reports.
* Assists with month-endreporting requirements and generate reports as needed.
* Assists in auditingrecords for ongoing compliance with medical records standards.
* Maintains accurate records of hospitalization, patient travel, etc.
to facilitatecoordination of patient scheduling, ancillary testing, etc.
* Prepare medical records for facsimile or mail related to travel, transplant, disability and others.
* Organize travel for patients by contacting and providing requested medical records.
* Coordinates with transientpatient paperwork.
* Coordinates transfer placements and confirmations along with Clinical Manager.
* Confirm admissions paperwork is completed and sent to designated department(s), such as billing, by collecting, faxing and scanning.
* Assist with medical appointment referrals and scheduling.
* Assist with tra...
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Type: Permanent Location: Tomball, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:15
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This is a full time surgical technologist for our new surgery center in Denver, CO.
Hours are Monday through Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm.
Quarterly bonus opportunity
Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, vision, paid maternity & paternity leave, vision, 401K w/ match, PTO, tuition assistance, life insurance, Long Term and Short Term disability, Flexible Spending for Healthcare, Dependent Care & Commuter Expenses
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy.
Adheres to the USV/FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and USV/FMS policy requirements.
Under the direct supervision of the Facility Manager or Chief Radiology Technologist, performs scrub and circulating duties during interventional procedures according to USV/FMS policies and procedures.
Assists with preparation of procedure room, inventory of supplies and stocking of supplies in the procedure room and stock room.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Assists with the maintenance and setting up of the procedure room in compliance with FMCNA/USV policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
* Stocks procedure room and procedure trays with all needed supplies and interventional equipment prior to procedure.
* Cleans the procedure room including the equipment and machinery post procedure.
* May assist with preparing the patient for the surgical procedure by positioning, shaving and prepping.
* Performs additional tasks as designated by Physician, practicing in compliance with state regulations
* Prepares and administers medications within the scope of practice and state regulations
* Performs patient transfers and positioning of patients and transports patient to and from procedure room.
* Acts as scrub assistant assisting the physician during interventional procedures under fluoroscopy; maintaining a sterile technique according to the established company policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
* Draws up intravenous medication and labels as per Medication Labeling Policy, and Medication in the Sterile Field Competency.
* Performs circulating duties in the procedure room.
* Complies with HIPAA policies and standards in regards to patient confidentiality.
* Assists with maintaining environmental integrity and aesthetics.
Ensures all areas are clean, sanitary and safe on a daily basis Ensures all facility equipment and instruments are in proper working condition by inspecting equipment on a daily basis before and after procedures.
* May perform minor equipment repairs and general upkeep.
Communicate problems to supervisor and document issues in the communications log.
* Assists with disposal of hazardous waste materials, dirty linen and rugs.
* May assist with instrument sterilization and packaging of surgical instruments.
* Assists with preparing, organizing, and efficiently utilizing supplie...
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Type: Permanent Location: Denver, US-CO
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:15
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Supports FMCNA’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy.
Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.
Ensure provision of quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs.
Adheres to all requirements of the FMCNA Compliance Program, and FMS patient care and administrative policies as the clinical leader, has the authority to make daily decisions to ensure continuity of care and patient and staff safety
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manages the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing.
* Provides leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.
* Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledge of industry practice and business principles.
Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.
Has a larger range within the department.
* Responsible for supporting and driving FMS quality standards through meeting all ESRD regulatory requirements and the practice of Quality Assessment and Improvement (QAI), including use of FMS QAI tools.
* Responsible for addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.
* Oversees facility’s Home Therapies Program if applicable.
* Accountable for compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
* Ensures all FMS Clinical Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.
* Maintains integrity of medical records and other FMS administrative and operational records.
* Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.
* Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.
* Experienced leadership required for multi-faceted environment; role primarily focuses on tactical execution.
Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals.
* An individual contributor will have significant project/process responsibilities.
Program or project responsibility generally within the function.
* Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
Interprets and recommends change to policies and establishes procedures that effect immediate organization(s).
* Decisions have an impact on work processes and outcomes.
Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results will add costs and may impact the short-term goals of the organization.
* Frequent...
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Type: Permanent Location: Seminole, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:15
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state Law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
* Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Pearland, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:14
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
* Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Florence, US-KY
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:13
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP).
This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients.
This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians.
As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations.
* Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
* Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre – during – post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.
* Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family’s basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
* Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.
* Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
* Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
* Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
* Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
* Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
* Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
* Required to complete CAP requirements to advance.
* Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable in...
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Type: Permanent Location: Tunica, US-MS
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:13
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
* Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Cedar City, US-UT
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:12
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Promotes quality patient care, ongoing customer support for Fresenius Medical Care (FMCNA) renal patient population (internal and external) by providing guidance, support, care coordination, education and other resource coordination functions as defined by the pertinent program.
Manages the implementation of the pertinent program as assigned while acting as the subject matter expert and resource for patients, dialysis staff, and other healthcare professionals.
Services are provided in person and telephonically.
On-site visits to clinics are required.
The position coordinates activities with physicians, dialysis facilities, and pharmacies to ensure that patients’ medication profiles are accurately completed and that patients receive their necessary medications and medication refills in a timely manner.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Ensures that patient medication profiles are accurate and reviewed in a timely manner.
* Ensures that patient prescription needs are met in a timely manner.
* Speaks with physicians, nurses, or dietitians to verify correct information about specific prescriptions.
* Periodically submits requests for prescription refills from patients, dialysis clinic staff, or physicians.
* Provides follow-up as necessary to ensure the timely receipt of prescriptions.
* Contacts pharmacies to execute patient medication fulfillment.
* Periodically engages with patients to determine how they manage their prescriptions and identify opportunities to provide them with support that ensures timely access to their prescribed medications, convenience of managing their prescriptions, and drives medication adherence to better achieve therapy goals.
* Familiar with pharmacy operations at all Fresenius Rx locations, including outsourcing operations.
* Coordinates the evaluation and enhancement of pharmacy enrollment and utilization tracking tools.
* Communicates regularly with other teams such as nutrition services, social work services, quality and operations, obtaining feedback and analyzing the recommendations made to contribute to the resolution of related issues and create positive outcomes.
* Adheres to company, department, program policies and clinical guidelines to identify, review, assess and allocate patients for program participation according to their identified needs.
* Maintains and updates the appropriate software/tracking logs of patients in the program to manage and record required information and data.
* Complies with departmental and program quality standards and quality assessment and performance improvement requirements.
* Maintains integrity of Protected Health Information (PHI).
* Complies with all company and departmental required data collections and auditing activities.
* Acts as a resource for the customer to address concerns and questions.
* Participates in process improvement activities.
* Parti...
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Type: Permanent Location: Boston, US-MA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:11
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP).
This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients.
This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians.
As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations.
* Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses.
* Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre – during – post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed.
* Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family’s basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family.
* Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients.
* Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness.
* Initiates or assists with emergency response measures.
* Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned.
* Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections.
* Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team.
* Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options.
* Required to complete CAP requirements to advance.
* Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable in...
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Type: Permanent Location: Port Charlotte, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:10
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
* Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Mayfield, US-KY
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:10
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
* Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Port Charlotte, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:10
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
* Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Nashville, US-TN
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:09
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
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Type: Permanent Location: Jonesville, US-MI
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:08
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Description
Provide your personal attention and kindness, professional insight, and a generosity of spirit.
Offer expertise and encouragement.
Enhance each patient's future-as well as your own.
Connect with your goals and change lives
with Fresenius Medical Care North America.
Here, we make connections that empower patients, their families, and our team members.
As the global leader in dialysis healthcare, we form bonds that enable the best possible outcomes and professional satisfaction.
While our extensive organization continues to grow, so do opportunities for our professionals to learn, grow, and advance.
Why Join the Fresenius Team?
Passion.
Dedication.
Knowledge.
Motivation.
Experience.
These are the impressive qualities you'll find in the Fresenius Leadership Team.
Our strength in the North American market and extensive global network provide our employees with the best of both worlds-the friendliness of a local organization and the stability of a worldwide organization-for diverse experiences and challenging career opportunities.
When you join the Fresenius Medical Care team, you'll be welcomed into a company that is built on the philosophy that our employees are our most important asset.
Our career advantages include the following:
* Fresenius Medical Care is the nation's largest provider of renal care, meeting the needs of more than 135,000 patients at 1,800 clinics throughout the country.
* Our well-established, trusted organization fosters a spirit of camaraderie, emphasizing friendly collaboration, professional support, and career development.
* Superior training, UltraCare� quality control, and certification procedures ensure your potential to succeed and advance as a professional.
* Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits.
* Outstanding tuition reimbursement program.
* Recognized among Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies� in 2011.
* National Safety Award from CNA insurance companies for 11 consecutive years.
* Opportunities to give back by participating in philanthropy and community outreach programs.
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Supports FMCNA's mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program, including following all regulatory and division/company policy requirements.
Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care.
Responsible for reporting and documenting all new or unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems to the supervisor.
Promotes and assists in the maintenance of a sage and clean work environment.
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
* Responsible for driving the FMCNA culture through values and customer service standards.
* Accountable for outstanding customer servic...
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Type: Permanent Location: Weslaco, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:08
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Ensure the provision of quality patient care to all hospitalized patients in the most efficient manner in accordance with company policy.
Provides direct supervision and coordination of inpatient staff.
Responsible for high volume monthly treatments.
Utilizes the FMC mission, core values and customer service philosophy to ensure quality service while maintaining a high level of efficiency management.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manage the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing. Monitor costs/spending in all areas including medical supply inventory, personnel and accounts payable.
Determine innovative ways to reduce costs and maintain quality.
* Ensures proper staffing and operations at all contracted facilities. Ensure efficient staff/ patient scheduling and efficient staffing utilization following company policy while maintaining a safe environment.
* Provide leadership, coaching and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.
* Acts as an advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. Responsible for hiring, coaching and counseling employees, including performance reviews, development, disciplinary action and terminations.
* Technically proficient in the specific department and knowledge of industry practice and business principles. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.
Reviews profit and loss statements for greater understanding of specific department performance.
* Responsible for Acute Care Electronic System (ACES) include the following:
* Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.
* Collaborate with contracted facility representatives to maintain a state of survey readiness for internal and external agency surveys. Work with contracted facility (ies) to resolve specific department issues as suggested/directed as a result of a survey.
* Maintains and prepares QAI data and presentations.
Participates and presents at meetings with internal and external representatives, often leading a collaborative effort among members of a project team. Assures provision of facility specific QAI information as appropriate.
* Interacts with internal departments and external customers; particularly in problem resolution and acting as the industry expert on behalf of the customer.
* Ensures compliance with hospital regulations and participates in surveys conducted by TJC, CMS, OSHA and other agencies.
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Type: Permanent Location: Mcallen, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:07
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The Clinical Research Assistant will be responsible for assisting in the coordination of pediatric clinical research studies for the Delaware Valley Clinical Research Team.
The job includes but is not limited to: screening patients for study eligibility, scheduling research visits/follow up, tracking/auditing consent forms and study related documents, preparation for both internal and external audits, collecting data and submitting to appropriate organizations, processing/packaging of lab specimens, maintaining inventory of research supplies, creating electronic research charts, scheduling site monitor visits and meeting rooms as needed and assisting in the implementation of new laboratory protocols and processes.
This is a fast- paced working environment involving time sensitive specimens and hard deadlines for data submissions.
A high level of organization with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities is required.
This position will work with multiple departments and must maintain a high level of professionalism and a continuous process improvement mindset.
The Clinical Research Assistant will be required to complete Human Subjects Protection (HSP) training and CITI training (including Good Clinical Practice (GCP).
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree required
* At leas six months experience in research environment
* Ability to work with children,
* Experience with computer data entry and statistical analyses,
* Good verbal and written communication,
* Skills with Microsoft WORD, EXCEL and ADOBE.
Essential Functions:
1.
Prepare and maintain regulatory aspects of a study protocol from start to finish including preparation of regulatory start- up packets for research grants and pharmaceutical companies.
2.
Screens patients for study eligibility by attending meetings and utilizing the electronic health record EPIC.
3.
Recruit patients for studies to include: preparation and advertising requests and interviewing patients to determine appropriateness for research study.
4.
Preparing patient notebooks/binders, recording and maintaining accurate data in research notebooks/binders, developing data collection tools, collecting data, monitoring and ordering supplies (registries and retrospective studies).
5.
Interact with Principal Investigators, research study team, and study monitors.
6.
Compliance with minimal research training (human subjects protection, good clinical practice, and Nemours University).
7.
Assist with stipend request for patients.
8.
Assist with specimen preparation and shipping.
9.
Develops strategies to ensure study subject compliance with protocol requirements.
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:05
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Nemours is seeking a Pediatrician to join our St.
Francis team in Wilmington , DE.
Nemours duPont Pediatrics provides high-quality, professional primary care outpatient services for infants, children, and adolescents and are currently in need of a full-time pediatrician to join the team..
Extended hours are required (early morning and early evening).
Occasional weekend coverage.
All locations utilize after-hours nurse triage to take first- line calls from patients when the office is closed.
Requirements:
* MD or DO
* Board eligible or certified in General Pediatrics
* Eligible for unrestricted Delaware medical license and DEA
* Bilingual strongly preferred
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.
Nemours offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits package that includes bonus incentives, relocation allowance, life insurance, comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, CME and board maintenance allowances, retirement plan with employer matching and an additional 457B retirement savings plan, educational allowance, paid licensure and malpractice fees, professional membership dues allowance, and more.
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:05
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Nemours Estate is seeking an enthusiastic gardener to join our Nemours Children's Health team in Wilmington, DE.
Nemours Estate, built between 1910-1935, stands today as not only a world class public garden, but an invaluable resource to the patients and families of our sister organization, Nemours Childrens Hospital.
A Gardener I performs all levels of garden and grounds maintenance required to maintain the highest aesthetic standards throughout the property.
This is a temporary, seasonal position (Mon-Fri 7a-330p) for the Summer of 2024.
Requirements:
High School Diploma
Valid driver's license
Three years experience working in formal gardens preferred.
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:04
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Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida is seeking a dynamic and innovative, full-time Pediatric Hospitalist to join our growing team of physicians to work 7pm-7am shifts.
This position gives ample opportunity for professional growth and involvement with medical education at all levels.
Our division is actively involved in the training of medical students, pediatric residents, as well as family medicine residents.
Areas of academic interest include complex medical care, medical education, medication safety, and quality improvement.
The position reports to the Chief of the Division of Hospital Medicine at Nemours Children's Hospital, Orlando, FL.
Academic appointments will be held at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine, and academic rank will be commensurate with the candidate's experience level.
Professional Qualifications/Experience
* Experience in and commitment to the delivery of high-quality patient care
* Demonstration of a strong commitment to the education of residents and medical students
* Ability to develop innovative models of care delivery
* Ability to work collaboratively with leaders and professionals from multiple other specialties and with regional physicians and referring institutions
* Interest and experience in working with a population with several economic, health, and educational disparities.
Cultural sensitivity, appreciation, and interest in improving the health of an underserved population.
For confidential consideration, please forward your CV and cover letter to:
Zac Wilberger, Physician Recruiter
Nemours Children's Health
zac.wilberger@nemours.org
Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized, multi-site pediatric healthcare system built upon a centralized, efficient and collaborative infrastructure committed to improving the health of all children.
The mission of Nemours is to improve the health and health care of children by seeking new approaches to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of childhood diseases, and to educate the next generation of leaders in children's health.
Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida is the newest addition to the Nemours integrated healthcare system.
Our 130-bed pediatric hospital also features the area's only 24-hour Emergency Department designed just for kids as well as outpatient pediatric clinics including several specialties previously unavailable in the region.
A hospital designed by families for families, Nemours Children's Hospital blends the healing power of nature with the latest in healthcare innovation to deliver world-class care to the children of Central Florida and beyond.
In keeping with our goal of bringing Nemours care into the communities we serve, we also provide specialty outpatient care in several clinics located throughout the region.
Nemours' Mission
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Type: Permanent Location: Orlando, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:04
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Short Description for Internal Candidates
Nemours Children's Hospital- Delaware (previously Nemours/A.
I.
duPont Hospital for Children) is seeking a full-time experienced evidence-based therapist to join our growing Youth Mood and Anxiety Program at our Nemours Children's Health Milford location.
Description for Internal Candidates
Nemours Children's Hospital- Delaware (previously Nemours/A.
I.
duPont Hospital for Children) is seeking a full-time experienced evidence-based therapist to join our growing Youth Mood and Anxiety Program at our Nemours Children's Health Milford location.
We are seeking candidates with demonstrable training and experience working with the spectrum of anxiety, mood, and related conditions in children and adolescents, and with specific interest in moderate to severe presentations.
Our ideal candidates would have a strong diversity lens that drives their passion in working with youth with risk concerns.
Experience and training with CBT, exposure-based and behavioral interventions, as well as DBT training is preferred.
These positions will focus on providing consultation, individual and group therapy, and psychological evaluation services for families in the larger Delaware community.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive team environment.
Additionally, these positions may have opportunities to serve as preceptors of our trainees who rotate through this service.
Teaching, training, and mentoring are core values in our division and these efforts are supported and encouraged.
We are committed to expanding the pipeline of a diverse workforce and as such, are intentional in our hiring and retention practices.
We practice continuous learning through awareness-enhancing and bias reduction educational opportunities that guide our overarching lens of health equity.
There will also be opportunities for quality improvement and research initiatives.
Our division collaborates with our research colleagues in the Nemours Center for Healthcare Delivery Science ( https://www.nemours.org/pediatric-research/area/health-care-delivery-science.html ).
We also offer numerous opportunities to participate in program development, leadership, advocacy, and community outreach.
Experience working with Spanish speaking families is desired.
Qualifications
* Master's degree from an accredited social work, counseling, or marriage and family program
* Independent licensure or license eligible in Delaware (LCSW, LPMHC, LPC, LCPC)
* 3-5 years experience working with children and/or adolescents.
Send letter of interest and CV to WLMBH-DMRecruitment@Nemours.org and state Child Psychology Position-Milford in the subject line.
Applications currently will be accepted until the positions are filled.
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Type: Permanent Location: Milford, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:03
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Nemours is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Peri-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).
The primary role of the Registered Nurse is to implement the patient care delivery model for the patient and their family.
Additionally the registered nurse is responsible and accountable for assessing, planning, providing and evaluating, the care provided to assigned patients
Requires RN license in DE to start, and PA/NJ within 6 months of hire.
This position supports Surgery Centers in Malvern, PA and Deptford, NJ as needed .
Call required holiday, week nights and weekends as well and holiday working as needed by department.
Schedule - full-time, 70 hours biweekly, 11a - 9:30p
Responsibilities:
Provides age-specific, culturally competent, and ethical care within legal standards of practice.
Assesses patient's pre-surgical status and compliance with pre-surgical criteria per organizational guidelines
Assesses patient's post-operative status at intervals according to organizational policies and procedures
Interprets information accurately from various noninvasive and invasive monitors.
Demonstrates knowledge of underlying pathophysiology of commonly encountered disease processes.
Demonstrates knowledge of the physiology associated with various anesthesia techniques and surgical or procedural interventions.
Applies the relevant scoring system/discharge criteria for patient transfer accurately as defined by organizational policy.
Develops and implements an individualized perianesthesia plan of care.
Manages patient recovery from general, monitored, regional, and local anesthesia.
Protects patients from injury caused by positioning, thermal sources, and extraneous objects.
Communicates patient status throughout the perianesthesia continuum of care
Provides acute pain and comfort management as needed
Administers medications correctly by implementing the rights of safe medication practices
Performs interventions to maintain the integrity of surgical wounds and tissue perfusion, ensures normothermia, protects patients from infection, addresses co-morbid conditions, and monitors hydration.
Qualifications:
* Associates Degree in nursing required ;BSN within 3 years of start date required
* Delaware or compact active registered nurse licensure.
NJ and PA required within six months
* Current American Heart Association BLS required; PALS within six months and ACLS within one year required.
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:01
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* South Chicago clinic address: 9200 S.
South Chicago Avenue Chicago, IL 60617
* Clinic hours: MWF 4a-9p, TThS 4a-5p
* No previous dialysis experienced needed, extensive 12 week paid training provided!
* Rotating days/shifts- 8-12 hour shifts
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines.
Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient Related
Education:
* Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
Treatment:
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
* Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
* Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
* Monitor patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
* Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
* Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
* Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
* Record accurate ...
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Type: Permanent Location: Chicago, US-IL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:01
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This casual worker will cover the emergency department and the inpatient units need, primarily working with critical care needs along with urgent needs.
Scheduled typically once every 3 weekends in the afternoons with opportunity for additional shifts.
Provides comprehensive Social Work and assist in coordination of discharge planning for pediatric patients and their families interfacing with insurance providers, community agencies and the multidisciplinary health care team.
Provide services in accordance to the policies, procedures and guidelines established within the department, organization and regulatory bodies.
Responsibilities:
Manage complex assessments of the patient/family's biopsychosocial situation establishes goals and periodically re-assesses.
Provide crisis intervention services were indicated for the management of domestic violence, psychiatric emergency cases, child abuse and family disputes.
Provide therapeutic, goal directed counseling.
Exhibit necessary clinical skills to provide problem focused goal directed intervention.
Interface with insurance providers, case managers and others involved in the authorization of needed patient services.
Identifies and negotiates differing needs within the family system.
Coordinate discharge planning needs of patients and their families in an efficient, effective and timely manner while including the family in the process.
Document social work notes in the patient medical record within the guidelines of the Department policy.
Keep appraised of community resources and provide resource specific information to the assessed needs
Maintain a professional manner at all times with staff and family.
Requirements:
Masters degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
LMSW/LCSW licensure in the state of Delaware Required
6+ months experience
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:00
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This position is responsible for:
A registered nurse with clinical and shift management responsibilities for hospital operations.
Position Responsibilities
* Shares clinical expertise with staff and provides direction for staff in exercising clinical skills.
* Demonstrates management skills effectively and universally when dealing with staff on a shift.
* Guides clinical practice by adhering to the Nurse Practice Act.
* Initiates cost-effective and appropriate quality care by:
+ Reviewing and adjusting unit assignment of staff in collaboration with Nurse Managers/Charge Nurses to insure adequate coverage of all patient care units in a cost effective manner.
+ Identifies problems on a shift and initiates actions to correct the problem.
+ Communicates problem areas to Chief Nurse Executive/designee.
* Enters all staffing changes in the automated staffing and scheduling system.
* Interprets and role models Hospital and Department philosophies, policies, and objectives.
* Provides Clinical management coverage for all patient care units.
* Informs and reports any unusual occurrences to the Chief Nurse Executive /designee and Administrator on-Call.
* Functions in the role of the Incident Commander during a Code Delta until relieved by the Administrator-on-Call.
* Manages and resolves all patient care issues in the absence of the Chief Nurse Executive/designee.
* Identifies problems, gathers sufficient data, analyzes data, and determines strategies to utilize for problem resolution.
Contributes appropriately to quality improvement activities.
* Evaluates outcome of problem resolution to determine effectiveness.
* Supports development of staff by encouraging participation in educational programs.
* Identifies individual and unit educational needs for a specific shift on weekends and communicates to Nurse Managers/designee on Nursing Staff Development.
* Communicates staff deficiencies to the unit Nurse Manager.
* Provides periodic evaluation of staff to the unit Nurse Manager.
* Provides constructive guidance to staff for development of clinical expertise.
* Counsels employees in the absence of the Nurse Manager.
* Demonstrates ability to work collaboratively with ancillary departmental staff.
* Establishes a positive work environment to achieve optimal patient care.
* Demonstrates effective and professional written and oral communication skills.
* Conveys unit information regarding patients, unit activity, staffing, and personnel problems to the Nurse Manager/designee daily.
* Provides recommendation to improve nursing work flows and efficiency.
* Performs all other related tasks as indicated by the Chief Nurse Executive/designee.
* Responsible for participation in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making reco...
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Type: Permanent Location: Wilmington, US-DE
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-04-21 07:56:00
