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Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist.
Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board.
Assist in maintaining department.
Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed.
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility.
Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements The position is not a supervisory position.
Qualification Education and/or Experience Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.
Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects.
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.
Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Type: Permanent Location: Sun City, US-AZ
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:10:00
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General Purpose
The primary purpose of your job position is to provide each of your assigned residents with routine daily nursing care and services in accordance with the resident's assessment and care plan, and as may be directed by
your supervisors.
Essential Duties
• Use the wristband or photo card file to identify residents before administering treatments, serving meals, etc., as necessary.
• Use only authorized abbreviations established by this facility when recording information.
• Report all changes in the resident's condition to the Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse as soon as practical.
• Record all entries on flow sheets, notes, charts, etc., in an informative, descriptive manner.
• Report all accidents and incidents you observe on the shift that they occur.
• Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
• Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system.
• Perform only those nursing care procedures that you have been trained to do.
• Ensure that the resident's room is ready for receiving the resident (i.e., bed made, name tags up, admission kit available, etc.).
• Greet residents and escort them to their room.
• Introduce resident to his/her roommate, if any, and other residents and personnel as appropriate.
• Make resident comfortable.
• Inventory and mark the resident's personal possessions as instructed.
• Store resident's clothing.
• Assist residents with packing their personal possessions when they are being transferred to a new room, or when being discharged.
• Transport residents to new rooms or to the receiving area.
• Assist with loading/unloading residents' to/from vehicles as necessary.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift.
• Meet with your shift's nursing personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services.
• Report all complaints and grievances made by the resident.
• Participate in and receive the nursing report as instructed.
• Follow established policies concerning exposure to blood/body fluids.
• Make beds as instructed.
• Put extra covers on beds as requested.
• Measure and record temperatures, pulses, and respirations (TPRs) of residents, as instructed.
Weigh and measure residents as instructed.
• Ensure that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently.
• Answer resident calls promptly.
• Check residents routinely to ensure that their personal care needs are being met.
• Assist residents with identifying food arrangements (i.e., informing resident with sight problem of foods that are on his/her tray, where it is located, if it is hot/cold, etc.).
• Record the resident's food/fluid intake.
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Type: Permanent Location: Lexington, US-TN
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:59
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Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.
However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
Administrative Functions Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
Periodically review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc.
Make recommendations for revisions.
Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts' services, programs, and activities.
Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects the day to day nursing procedures performed in this facility.
Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the procedures set forth in the Nursing Service Procedures Manual.
Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required.
Cooperate with other resident services when coordinating nursing services to ensure that the resident's total regimen of care is maintained.
Ensure that all nursing service personnel are in compliance with their respective job descriptions.
Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing service department.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as may be requested.
Periodically review the resident's written discharge plan.
Participate in the updating of the resident's written discharge plan as required.
Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan as necessary.
Interpret the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as required.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
Complete accident/incident reports as necessary.
Write resident charge slips and forward to the Business Office.
Maintain the Daily Census Report and submit to the Business Office as required.
Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.
Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.• Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system.
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Type: Permanent Location: Pasadena, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:58
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Coordinate and participate in the recruiting and hiring of staff.
Coordinate completion of and process employment related documentation.
Coordinate payroll and employee benefit programs.
Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families to work cooperatively with other employees.
Plan, conduct and document and/or coordinate all required Fire/Internal Disasters and External Mass Casualty Drills.
Maintain neat, clean, well groomed, professional appearance.
Capable of generating enthusiasm, and developing a cooperative relationship with employees.
Utilize information from Licensing and Certification Surveys, Employee Evaluations, Facility Rounds and recommendations from the Administrator and department heads to identify education needs.
Organize In Service education program for staff including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of education provided.
Prepare annual In Service schedule.
Prepare and post a monthly In Service calendar.
Maintain records of In Services as required by regulations.
Plan and conduct meaningful In Service education programs according to requirements for nursing personnel and all facility staff to assure competency in and new skills, and as directed by Administrator.
Make rounds and observe delivery of patient care.
Coordinate infection control surveillance program.
Supervise staff, including taking or assisting with appropriate disciplinary measures.
Complete all forms required by the Department of Health in relation to the In Service and education programs.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by Administrator or Director of Nursing.
Provide direct resident/patient care.
Must maintain employee/resident/patient confidentiality at all times.
Supervisory Requirements Assist with the overall supervision of and management of the staff.
Qualifications Education and/or Experience Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing and possession of a valid license from the state to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN or LPN).
BSN preferred.
One (1) year experience providing direct patient care in long term care facility in addition to one (1) year of experience planning, implementing and evaluating education programs in nursing.
2 years or more experience preferably in a long term care facility.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Current Registered Nursing License (RN) or LVN/LPN License.
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Type: Permanent Location: Clovis, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:58
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Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist.
Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board.
Assist in maintaining department.
Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed.
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility.
Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements The position is not a supervisory position.
Qualification Education and/or Experience Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.
Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects.
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.
Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Type: Permanent Location: Molalla, US-OR
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:57
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Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per OT Board.
Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility.
Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.
Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
Participate in discharge planning.
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements This position is not a supervisory position.
Qualification Education and/or Experience Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant Board of the State.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state.
Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects.
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.
Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
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Type: Permanent Location: Molalla, US-OR
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:57
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Participate in planning and conducting of individual, small and large group activities.
Assist in providing good communication between employees of all levels, residents, their families, support personnel, government agencies/personnel, and the public to ensure the needs and best interest of the residents, community and facility are met to the extent possible.
Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
Assist in development of monthly activity calendar and maintaining attendance records.
Assist the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified quality deficiencies as requested by Activities Director.
Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of activity care plans and resident assessments.
Assist in arranging transportation for residents when necessary including, but not limited to, resident outings, to/from appointments, or for discharge.
Assists in developing a monthly activity schedule for residents, which include resident outings, regularly scheduled group activities, and in-room activities for bed-bound or isolated residents.
Encourage residents to participate in self-initiated activities including hobbies, crafts, and reading Provide materials as necessary including reading materials in Braille or audio books as appropriate.
Assist with assessment documentation, quarterly progress notes as assigned by the Activity Director.
Keep Activity Department clean, orderly and secured.
Supervisory Requirements This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualification Education and/or Experience High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferable one-year experience in a long term care facility.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.
Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
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Type: Permanent Location: St. Peters, US-MO
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:56
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Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.
However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.
Administrative Functions Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
Periodically review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc.
Make recommendations for revisions.
Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts' services, programs, and activities.
Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects the day to day nursing procedures performed in this facility.
Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the procedures set forth in the Nursing Service Procedures Manual.
Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required.
Cooperate with other resident services when coordinating nursing services to ensure that the resident's total regimen of care is maintained.
Ensure that all nursing service personnel are in compliance with their respective job descriptions.
Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing service department.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as may be requested.
Periodically review the resident's written discharge plan.
Participate in the updating of the resident's written discharge plan as required.
Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan as necessary.
Interpret the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as required.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
Complete accident/incident reports as necessary.
Write resident charge slips and forward to the Business Office.
Maintain the Daily Census Report and submit to the Business Office as required.
Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.
Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.• Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.
Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system.
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Type: Permanent Location: Lancaster, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:55
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Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist.
Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board.
Assist in maintaining department.
Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed.
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility.
Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements The position is not a supervisory position.
Qualification Education and/or Experience Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.
Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects.
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.
Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Type: Permanent Location: Roseville, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:54
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Overall management of the entire nursing department and staffing levels.
Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures and ensure compliance.
Responsible for ensuring resident safety and that all residents are treated with utmost respect.
Develop and conduct in services for the clinical staff.
Responsible for the recruiting, hiring and training of nursing staff.
Coordinates pharmacy services and destruction of expired/discontinued medication.
Liaison between the facility, physicians and family members.
Being a witness at a trial in the event of litigation.
Work closely with all other departments to ensure excellent overall resident care.
Responsible for department budgeting and reporting.
Responsible for keeping current on any regulation changes and disseminating this information appropriately.
Participate in QA, Utilization Review and Patient Care conferences.
Actively participate in and assist with all state surveys and required follow up activity.
Coordinate MDS and care planning.
Conduct employee appraisals and resolve problems including disciplinary actions and terminations.
Must maintain employee and resident/patient confidentiality at all times.
Provide direct/hands on resident/patient care as needed.Supervisory Requirements The Director of Nursing is responsible for supervising and managing the ADON, and entire nursing staff either directly or indirectly.
Qualifications Education and/or Experience Minimum requirements to perform this position include: Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred (BSN).
Must be in good standing with the State Board of Nursing and maintain all required continuing education/licensing requirements at all times.
Minimum of 7 years nurse management experience preferred.
Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the Microsoft Suite products and Point Click Care (PCC).
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Type: Permanent Location: Porterville, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:54
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Treat patients as directed by Physical Therapist.
Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per PT Board.
Assist in maintaining department.
Participate in Patient Care and Rehabilitation Conferences, as needed.
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility.
Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements The position is not a supervisory position.
Qualification Education and/or Experience Licensed as a Staff Physical Therapy Assistant Board of the States.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.
Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects.
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.
Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment The 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Type: Permanent Location: San Diego, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:53
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Redwood Cove Healthcare Center is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation services dedicated to delivering exceptional care to our residents.
We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both residents and staff members.
As part of our ongoing efforts to prioritize infection prevention and control, we are seeking a qualified Infection Prevention Nurse to join our team.
Position: Infection Prevention Nurse
Company: Redwood Cove Healthcare Center
Location: Ukiah, CA
Job Description: We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Infection Prevention Nurse to oversee our facility's infection control program.
The Infection Prevention Nurse will play a critical role in preventing and controlling the spread of infectious diseases within our facility.
This position requires a strong clinical background, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to promoting a culture of safety and infection prevention.
Responsibilities:
* Develop, implement, and evaluate infection prevention and control policies and procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations.
* Monitor compliance with infection control practices among staff members and provide education and training as needed.
* Conduct regular surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and implement appropriate interventions to prevent outbreaks.
* Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to identify and address infection control issues.
* Investigate and respond to suspected outbreaks of infectious diseases, including performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
* Serve as a resource and subject matter expert on infection prevention practices for staff, residents, and families.
* Stay current on the latest evidence-based practices and guidelines related to infection prevention and control.
* Participate in quality improvement initiatives and regulatory surveys related to infection control.
Qualifications:
* LVN with current licensure in the state of California.
* Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred.
* Minimum of 2 years of experience in infection prevention and control, preferably in a healthcare setting.
* Strong clinical background with knowledge of infectious diseases, microbiology, and epidemiology.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively educate and train staff members.
* Experience developing and implementing infection control policies and procedures.
* Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
* 401(k) retirement plan
* Paid time off
* Opportunities for professional development and advancement
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Type: Permanent Location: Ukiah, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:53
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Make available a quantity of clean linen for proper care and comfort of all residents.
Maintain all linen in good repair and remove from service any linen with holes and/or stains.
Collect laundry from residents daily or as needed.
Label new resident's clothing items as needed Sorting, treat, wash, dry and fold clothing and linens Deliver clean laundry items to resident rooms Follows all sanitary processes and procedures related to laundry duties Maintain inventory of laundry supplies Use all laundry equipment and supplies in a safe manner.
Report laundry equipment issues to the Administrator Supervisory Requirements This position has no supervisory responsibilities Qualification Education and/or Experience GED or High School Diploma 1 year of experience preferred Language Skills Ability to read and understand directions related to laundry/housekeeping procedures Mathematical Skills Basic math skills Reasoning Ability Ability to problem solve and seek assistance when needed.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations No certifications required Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand; walk and talk, read or hear.
Frequent use of industrial washers and dryers and related laundry/housekeeping equipment.
Work Environment The 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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Critical features of this job are described under various headings above.
They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed.
They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.
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Type: Permanent Location: Los Angeles, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:52
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Assist residents with exercise to improve or maintain mobility and independence in the resident.
Encourage residents to be active and out of bed unless contraindicated.
Assist residents with transfers, ambulation and range of motion.
Provide clean clothing and linens that are in good repair to residents.
Assist the residents with bathing and dressing.
Change positions of residents to prevent skin care issues Assist residents in being free of offensive odors.
Assist with the Therapy Department with active/passive range of motion exercises.
Complete charting of care.
Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, positive emphasis and calmness.
Report significant findings or changes in condition and potential concerns to the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nursing and or Therapy Department.
Assist residents in preparing for medical tests, activities, social programs, appointments and daily meals.
Assist with elimination including emptying catheter bags as well as providing and sanitizing bedpans, urinals and bedside commodes.
Assist residents with good personal hygiene, including care of skin, bathing, shampooing and grooming of hair, oral hygiene, shaving or beard trimming as well as cleaning and cutting of nails.
Provide pressure relieving devises and skin protective measures.
The RNA will be able to serve in a maintenance capacity in the therapist or consultant's absence.
Supervisory Requirements This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Qualification Education and/or Experience High school diploma or equivalent.
Current certificate as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Restorative Aide Training.
Current CPR certification.
One year experience in a long term care facility preferred.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Current CPR certification.
Restorative Aide Certificate.
Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.
Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing.
Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health License and Certification Division at all times.
Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawli...
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Type: Permanent Location: Ukiah, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:52
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Greenville, SC - Seeking Emergency Medicine Physicians
Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact
Vituity's ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a national system of support, so you can focus your attention where you want it to be - on your patients.
Join the Vituity Team.
Vituity is a 100% physician-owned partnership and is led by frontline physicians that are all equitable owners.
As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities.
Our leadership understands what your practice needs to thrive and gives you autonomy and local control so you can provide care when, where, and how your patients need it.
You are backed by a best-in-class corporate healthcare team and supported by the broad peer-level expertise of 6,000 Vituity clinicians.
At Vituity we've cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose.
We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call "culture of brilliance." Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities.
We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.
Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year.
With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.
The Opportunity
* Seeking Board Eligible/Certified Emergency Medicine physicians.
* Current SC state license is a plus.
* Providers will be required to cross credential at Bon Secours St.
Francis Downtown, Bon Secours St.
Francis Eastside, and Bon Secours Mercy Health Simpsonville.
The Practice
Bon Secours Mercy Health Simpsonville - Simpsonville, South Carolina
Bon Secours St.
Francis Eastside - Greenville, South Carolina
Bon Secours St.
Francis Downtown - Greenville, South Carolina
* 250-bed hospital with a 42-bed ED and 4 triage rooms.
* STEMI Receiving Center and Stroke Center.
* Approximately 50,000 annual patients with a 25% admit rate.
* All sub-specialty backup available excluding peds, inpatient psychiatry, and OMFS.
The Community
* Greenville, South Carolina, is a vibrant city that seamlessly combines Southern charm with modern appeal, making it an extraordinary place to live and work.
* Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Greenville offers picturesque views and access to outdoor adventures like hiking, biking, and exploring nearby parks such as Paris Mountain State Park.
* The city's downtown is renowned for its lively atmosphere, featuring unique shops, restaurants, and cultural landmarks like the P...
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Type: Permanent Location: Greenville, US-SC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:49
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San Francisco, CA - Seeking Hospital Medicine Physicians
Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact
Vituity's ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a national system of support, so you can focus your attention where you want it to be - on your patients.
Join the Vituity Team.
Vituity is a 100% physician-owned partnership and is led by frontline physicians that are all equitable owners.
As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities.
Our leadership understands what your practice needs to thrive and gives you autonomy and local control so you can provide care when, where, and how your patients need it.
You are backed by a best-in-class corporate healthcare team and supported by the broad peer-level expertise of 6,000 Vituity clinicians.
At Vituity we've cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose.
We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call "culture of brilliance." Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities.
We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.
Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year.
With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.
The Opportunity
* Seeking Board Eligible/Certified Hospitalist physicians.
* Internal Medicine physicians or Family Medicine physicians with hospitalist experience are also considered.
* New grads welcome to apply.
* Current CA state license is a plus.
The Practice
UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital - San Francisco, California
* 359-bed private community hospital.
* Level II Trauma Center.
* Open ICU with in-house intensivist 8am-8pm.
* Full sub-specialty backup available.
* Vituity-staffed Emergency Department and Inpatient Psychiatry offer integrated care solutions at the site.
The Community
* San Francisco, California, is a city of iconic landmarks, cultural diversity, and unparalleled charm, making it an extraordinary place to live and work.
* Known for the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and historic cable cars, the city offers breathtaking sights and a vibrant urban lifestyle.
* Residents enjoy world-class museums like the de Young and SFMOMA, while outdoor enthusiasts explore Golden Gate Park or hike the trails at Lands' End.
* The neighborhoods, from bustling Chinatown to the artsy Mission District, offer unique dining and cultural experiences.
* San Francisco's cool, foggy climate creates a dist...
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Type: Permanent Location: San Francisco, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:09:49
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Treat patients as directed by the Occupational Therapist.
Record daily treatment notes and weekly progress notes per OT Board.
Treat patients per the physician treatment plan.
Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problem and plans.
Participate in in services training program for other staff in the facility.
Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, recertification documentation, per Occupational Therapy Board State Practice Act and governmental and third party payer requirements.
Record treatment changes per policy and procedures.
Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance program and caregiver training in preparation for discharge from therapy services.
Participate in discharge planning.
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of treatment area.
Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with patients/residents, families, staff and professional colleagues.
Supervisory Requirements This position is not a supervisory position.
Qualification Education and/or Experience Licensed as a Staff Occupational Therapy Assistant Board of the State.
Proficient in computer skills such as inputting data into programs such as Casamba and Point Click Care.
Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families.
Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Licensed as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in the state.
Employee must meet continue education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all time with the state board.
Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently.
Sitting occasionally.
Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently.
Talking and /or hearing very frequently.
Tasting and /or smelling very frequently.
Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and or excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or excess of 20 pounds of force constant to move objects.
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally.
Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus.
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Type: Permanent Location: Willoughby, US-OH
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:05:33
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Union Post Acute is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility with an excellent reputation located in Union, South Carolina , just a short distance from Spartanburg.
Do you want to work in a friendly, professional, and supportive organization which is part of the largest skilled nursing facility group in South Carolina? Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of bigger cities and the challenges larger facilities can bring? Come see for yourself the small-town difference and what makes Union Post Acute a great place to work!
We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist.
Are you a highly skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity with a flexible schedule? With a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care, you would be joining a team of professionals committed to improving the lives of those they serve.
We invite you to experience the Union culture and grow with us as a valued member of our staff where your experience in this vital role will be appreciated and rewarded for all the hard work you do.
We are looking for compassionate and talented individuals to join our work family, so if you are an enthusiastic, individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!
We offer the following to our Physical Therapists:
* $40-56 p/hour
* Appreciation rewards
* Advancement & PRN opportunities throughout our facilities in South Carolina
* great facility to work in!
Successful candidates will have the following:
* PhysicalTherapy Degree from an accredited college/university
* South Carolina Licensed Physical Therapist (Required)
* Experience in a fast-paced, high admissions healthcare facility
* CPR Certification (Preferred)
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in providing appropriate aspects of quality patient care as a licensed Physic al Therapist.
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Type: Permanent Location: Union, US-SC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:05:33
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About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team members.
You will build deep relationships with patients when they come into our clinic.
How you grow or advance: Previous healthcare experience is not required to join us as a PCT.
Passion for helping others, teamwork, and a desire to learn and grow are what you need to be successful.
We will provide robust training and support as you kick off your career, and we will introduce you to career path options as you grow with us either as a PCT or venture into a new role such as Registered Nurse or a leadership role.
Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset — we value, care about, and support our people.
We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, scholarships to family members, relief when natural disasters strike, and financial support when personal hardship hits; we take care of our people.
Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition.
We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support.
Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.
At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease.
If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a member of the nephrology healthcare team, you will provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Sets up, tests, and operates hemodialysis machines for patient treatments.
• Obtains and documents necessary pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient.
• Evaluates vascular access pre-treatment and performs vascular access cannulation.
• Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
• Monitors patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
• Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access and discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
• Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to supervisor.
• Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
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Type: Permanent Location: Siler City, US-NC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:05:31
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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 individuals with disabilities to perform th...
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Type: Permanent Location: Pittsburgh, US-PA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:05:31
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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: Bristol, US-TN
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:05:30
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the Inpatient Services Hemodialysis Health Care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for assigned patients in accordance with FMCNA policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides patient care under the direct supervision of Hemodialysis Registered Nurse for assigned patient(s) in the dialysis suite in the acute setting; excluding Intensive Care Units.
* Responsible for reporting and documenting all new and unusual incidents, information, complaints, or problems to the RN.
* Promotes and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAI) Activities; including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FKC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
* With documented competency and proficiency may set up and prime equipment as directed by the Fresenius Nurse for renal replacement therapies (hemodialysis, continuous renal replacement and peritoneal dialysis therapies).
* Will be responsible for assuring the dialysis machine has been set up, tested and found to be safe for dialysis treatment in accordance with manufacturer instructions for use and company policy and procedures.
* Welcomes assigned patients and inquires as to their well-being since their last treatment.
Reports any complaints or observations to the FMCNA RN.
* Obtains necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight.
Reports unusual findings to FMCNA RN.
* Reports any difficulties in cannulation to FMCNA RN as permitted by state requirements; or unusual findings to FMCNA RN.
* Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to the patient treatment.
This information is documented appropriately in the individual patient record to include the hospital Electronic Medical System (EMS) and the Acute Care Electronic System (ACES).
* Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients’ dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; Sodium (Na) modeling; and UF modeling as prescribed.
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled including narrow venous limits (NVL 160).
* Collects, labels specimens and ensures timely delivery to laboratory per facility policy.
* Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician’s order or as directed by FMCNA RN.
Monitors patient’s response to dialysis therapy and report any unusual findings to FMCNA RN.
* Obtains vital signs prior to reinfusion; performing all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment- documentation.
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Type: Permanent Location: Marietta, US-OH
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:05:29
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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 indi...
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Type: Permanent Location: Columbus, US-GA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:05:17
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• Full Time Position
• This position is NOT based inside a patient’s home, the main work location is an outpatient dialysis clinic with potential home checks
• Hours will mainly be 8am-4pm, but an ideal candidate will have flexibility with scheduling required
• One-on-one patient care based in an outpatient clinic
• Supportive team environment in the outpatient & home setting partnering for patient care
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
The registered professional nurse Home Therapies 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.
Assesses and manages patients’ response to home dialysis training and treatment therapy by following prescribed predetermined protocols and communicates patient related issues to the physician as needed.
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 with guidance from the Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with another Registered Nurse.
· Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of dialysis data for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies 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 the patient, home care partner, direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the provision of safe and effective delivery of dialysis 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.
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Type: Permanent Location: Watertown, US-NY
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:05:17
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* This is a full-time opening at our Panorama City Clinic!
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 in...
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Type: Permanent Location: Arleta, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2025-04-27 08:05:16
