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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: Lansing, US-MI
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:25
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* Full Time / Salaried Position
* Dialysis Experience Required
* Schedule: Monday- Friday 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as the hemodialysis team leader in the provision of chronic hemodialysis care and treatment. Provides day to day direction and supervision to assigned direct patient care staff. Communicates with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and complete patient care plans. Provides safe, effective delivery of patient care in compliance with standards outlined in the facility procedure manual, as well as regulations set forth by the company, state, and federal agencies.
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.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
General and Staff Related:
* Provide day to day guidance, support and direction to direct patient care staff, providing informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback input for the annual performance evaluation. Participate in the department staffing and the appropriate hiring, firing and disciplinary actions.
Recommend disciplinary action to Clinical Manager and initiate as appropriate.
* Ensure compliance with all company and facility approved procedures and policies as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies in clinics with more than 100 patients.
* Approve or disapprove time or personnel schedule changes in the absence on the Clinical Manager ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, policies and procedures for documenting time of work hours for staff members on assigned shift.
* Participate in patient care plan meetings.
* Maintain knowledge in the current practices related to the principles and techniques of dialysis by participating in all scheduled in-services.
* Train and orient staff as necessary.
* Routinely observe and guide direct patient care staff for appropriate technique and adherence to facility policies and procedures.
* Promote and assist with compliance to OSHA programs in order to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
* Maintain overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective matter.
* With Clinical Manager conduct staff meetings at least monthly or as needed to keep patient care staff informed of changes in patient care needs or operations to improve delivery of care.
* Meet routinely with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.
* Supervise all documentation of patient information.
* Coordinate Charge Nurse duties with Staff RNs acting in the relief charge capacity.
Patient Care:
* Assess daily patient care needs and develop and distribute patient care assignments appropriately.
* Assume primary responsibility in an emergency situation.
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Type: Permanent Location: Middletown, US-NY
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:24
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
LPN assists Physicians with patient care and follow-up providing direct and indirect patient care in a clinical setting.
Duties to include, but not limited to, interviewing patients, obtaining vital signs, preparing patients and assisting physicians with patient exams and/or treatment.
Continuing responsibilities including charting and clerical work as necessary to oversee phone prescriptions and refills to pharmacies.
The incumbent will perform triage with patient phone calls to identify emergent and non-emergent situations.
The LPN will have the opportunity to perform injections and specific infusions under supervision of Physician.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Demonstrates ability to carry out skills as outlined in nursing procedures for clinical areas worked including administration of prescribed medications and treatment in accordance with nursing standards and clinic policy.
* Complete specific competency skills checklist required for job roles
* Participates in preparing patients for clinic appointments
* Administer direct hands-on patient care under the supervision/direction of supervising provider/registered nurse.
+ Obtains a complete set of vital signs including a pain score at each visit.
+ Ensure patient flow is timely and accurate throughout the clinic
+ Reviews and documents patient medications
+ Checks equipment daily to ensure accurate functioning.
+ Obtain blood samples as ordered by physician
+ Preps charts in advance of patient office/nurse only visit.
Ensures chart is current on: All ordered scans, all lab work, any corresponding physician notes, last provider note, recent hospital admit and discharge summaries as indicated
* Monitor incoming phone calls: All incoming calls as they arrive are to be answered and addressed.
If unable to receive call immediately due to direct patient care requirements, voicemail messages will be returned within two hours of call received to clinic.
All voicemail calls are to be addressed/resolved before leaving clinic at the end of each day.
* Ensure clinic area is professionally maintained.
Stocking of all clinic areas kept at acceptable levels.
* Assists with disinfecting chairs/exam rooms between patients
* Assist clinic staff to ensure that patient appointments are appropriately scheduled.
* Communicate with authorization staff and appointment schedulers
* Provide appointment sheets for patients to know when next appointments are.
* Direct patients to reception staff to schedule office visits with physicians.
* Administer injections within scope of LPN license.
* Ensure next appointments are scheduled and patient is aware
* Documentation of ALL activities completed will be charted within the patients' medical record.
* Administer intravenous medication in accordance with physician orders and state nurse practice laws.
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Type: Permanent Location: Bamberg, US-SC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:23
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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: Contract Location: Manning, US-SC
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:22
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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: Cleveland, US-MS
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:21
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective home dialysis therapy and training for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse under organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.
Assists in the setup of home dialysis equipment and the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment within the home therapy program.
Supports the organization's 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's Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
All duties and responsibilities of the PCT I HT are to be performed under the direct supervision of the Home Therapies registered nurse (HT RN), in compliance with and as permissible per state laws, regulations, and policies.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Not Home Assist):
* Reinforces home hemodialysis (HHD) and/or peritoneal dialysis (PD) training as permitted by law.
* Identifies and welcomes patients, obtains vital signs, weights, and gathers information needed to complete the Clinic Visit Intake form.
* Builds and maintains strong communication and collaboration processes and rapport with patients, care partners, the HT RN, direct and non-direct patient care staff, providers, and other team members.
* Obtains treatment records from patients and/or systems, reviews for completion, and reports missing or abnormal data to the HT RN.
* Assists with electronic home treatment/medication/oral nutritional supplement reconciliation and reports missing data/orders to the HT RN.
* May assist HT RNs with home visits.
* Provides home support as applicable and permissible.
* Prepares supplies for the collection of prescribed laboratory testing and prepares specimens for shipping.
* Assists with the tracking and shipping of transplant-related laboratory specimens and reinforces transplant education.
* Completes opening/closing daily chores and documents as appropriate.
* Disinfects dialysis machines, chairs, tables, and other equipment in between patient visits, and routinely.
* Prepares the exam/training room for home dialysis training, treatment, or other visits.
* Stocks exam, training, treatment, and storage rooms with supplies.
* Develops or follows a process for the management of supplies to maximize use and minimize waste.
* Schedules patient appointments and contacts patients/caregivers regarding dates, times, and reminders.
* Supports patient registration and use of connected health.
* Assists patients and care partners with supplies/inventory ordering and management.
* Maintains logs and tracking.
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Type: Permanent Location: Athens, US-TX
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:20
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Training Provided
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.
Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with FMCNA 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 FMCNA 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 FMC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
* Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer service standards.
* Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
* Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
* Takes initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
PATIENT CARE:
* 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.
* Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last treatment.
Report any complaints or observations to the nurse supervisor.
* Evaluate vascular access for patency and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight. Report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment and report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Perform vascular access cannulation and report any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Perform administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
* 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 and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
* Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
* Discontinue dialysis treatment accordin...
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Type: Permanent Location: Jackson, US-LA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:17
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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: Linton, US-IN
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:14
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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: Pensacola, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:14
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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: Columbia, US-TN
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:13
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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: Elwood, US-IN
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:13
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PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
Works with the Facility Manager, facility staff and physician to coordinate the facility operations and patient procedures to ensure provision of quality patient care on a daily basis in accordance with policies, procedures and training. Provides nursing support to patients and staff.
Assists with staffing, staff training, equipment, physician and patient relations, cost containment, supply management, medical records, patient billing, OSHA and all company, state and federal compliance.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALITY:
* Responsible for supporting and driving quality standards through meeting regulatory requirements and the practice of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), including use of CQI tools.
* Assists with implementing quality goals and develops facility specific action plans to achieve quality standards.
* Accountable for outstanding quality of patient care, as defined by the quality goals, by working with management to ensure that policies and procedures are followed.
* Assists with implementing appropriate training according to policy; ensure ongoing compliance with all risk management initiatives.
* Responsible for aggressively addressing and acting on adverse events and action thresholds.
* Ensures all Quality policies and procedures are communicated to and implemented by the facility staff.
* Maintains integrity of medical records and other administrative and operational records.
* Complies with all data collections and auditing activities.
* Maintains facility environmental integrity, including safety.
PATIENT RELATED:
* Coordinates all aspects of patient care with the appropriate staff members, from admission through discharge.
* May confer with patients prior to the procedure to obtain necessary medical history, discuss procedure and answer questions, as well as, performs nursing assessment on the day of the procedure.
* Ensures patients and patient's families are educated regarding post procedure care of vascular access.
* Acts as a resource for the staff to address patient concerns and questions.
* Ensures patient's procedures are scheduled in a timely manner and the facility capacity is utilized efficiently.
* As needed, assist with patient workflow, including providing direct patient care and monitoring pre, intra and post procedure.
* Identifies and communicates patient related issues to the Facility Manager.
* Oversees and ensures accurate and complete documentation of patient treatments from admission to discharge.
* Confirms written orders, consents and lab work are completed and documented in accordance with facility policies.
This includes appropriate preparation of lab requisitions, delivery to appropriate labs, reporting and forwarding of lab results to appropriate physician.
* Assumes primary responsibility in an emergency situation and must maintain competency with all emer...
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Type: Permanent Location: Newport News, US-VA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:11
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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: Phoenix, US-AZ
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:11
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431 Park 40 N Blvd, Knoxville, 37923
About this role: As a Dialysis Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) with Fresenius Medical Care, you will be part of a close-knit, collaborative team responsible for delivering unique care plans and providing dialysis treatment to patients facing end stage renal disease or chronic kidney disease.
Our clinic RNs build strong bonds and lasting relationships with people who entrust us with their care, their families, and fellow care team members.
How you grow or advance: As a Dialysis RN, you will enter our Clinical Advancement Program (CAP) to grow and advance in your career.
By participating in CAP, you will develop clinical leadership skills, derive greater career satisfaction, have an opportunity to share your expertise with others, and be recognized for your experience, knowledge, and clinical expertise.
All new hires will begin at the appropriate CAP level based on prior experience and education.
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, granting scholarships to family members, delivering relief when natural disasters strike, or providing 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:
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.
* As a member of the nephrology health care team, you will participate in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations.
* Coordinates patient care including assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation for an assigned group of hemodialysis patients.
This includes delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff.
* Performs ongoing analysis of patient data with each patient visit and documents in the patient medical record.
* Adjusts or modify the treatment plan as indicated and...
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Type: Permanent Location: Knoxville, US-TN
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:09
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* No prior healthcare experience required, on the job paid training to become nationally certified, upon certification receive a pay increase & promotion
* 12 weeks of paid & structured training with an assigned Preceptor & Nurse Educator
* Outpatient offers NO: Overnight, Sunday or on-call shifts, major holidays off
* Patient to staff ratio (staff 4:1), GREAT TEAMWORK IN THIS CLINIC
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.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cortland, US-NY
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:31:09
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Caregiver
Full Time or Part Time
Pay Range: $21.00- $23.00
Schedules needed:
* 6am - 2pm, Sunday - Thursday
* 6am - 2pm, Sunday and Monday
* 2pm - 10pm, Sunday and Monday
Make a difference by providing great care and love for our treasured residents!
At MorningStar Senior Living, we talk a lot about culture.
In fact, we rather obsess about it.
For without a transformative culture, we cannot begin to elevate and celebrate the lives of our resident-heroes and be ourselves changed for the good in the process.
So, we seek great hearts, other people like us, who care and want to do work that matters.
We select people like us who believe that the most satisfying life is one that is outward-bound and rooted in servant-leadership.
JOB SUMMARY
Care Managers are dedicated hard working individuals who give loving care to our incredible residents.
You are encouraged to build strong relationships with our residents while assisting them with activities of daily living.
Come enjoy the support of working with a caring team in a family like environment.
We support and encourage our team members to share creative solutions to help improve our residents’ lives.
BENEFITS
* Health Insurance offerings such as medical, dental, and vision insurance
* Other Insurance offerings such as life, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance
* 401k plan with matching
* HSA options
* Employee assistance programs
* Paid sick, vacation and birthday!
* Career development programs and opportunity for advancement
* Charitable and philanthropic opportunities
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Free shift meal!
POSITION OVERVIEW
· Perform duties in accordance with established methods and techniques and in conformance with recognized standards.
· Ensure residents privacy, respect and dignity
· Detect, correct, and report unsafe conditions which may result in harm to a resident
· Assure physical comfort, safety, and mental well-being of residents
· Assist in daily requirements and tasks in care and treatment of residents, such as toileting, grooming, bathing, feeding, dressing, observing intake of food, care of hair and nails, moving residents from area to area, responding to calls, etc
· Participate in and attend monthly in-service meetings, all training, and departmental meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS
· Demonstration of our Core Values: Love, Kindness, Honesty, Goodness, Fairness, Respect.
· License/certification: Successful completion of state approved medication administration training, first aid certification and other requirements as applicable by state.
· Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Must be able to read and write English.
Previous experience in health-care preferred.
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Type: Permanent Location: San Jose, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:30:45
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Job Title: Med Tech, Full Time or Part Time
Schedules available:
* 6:00am - 2:00pm, Sunday - Thursday
* 2:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday and Saturday
Pay Range: $24 - $26 per hour, dependent on experience
Overtime: Non-exempt
Make a difference by providing great care and love for our treasured residents!
At MorningStar Senior Living, we talk a lot about culture.
In fact, we rather obsess about it.
For without a transformative culture, we cannot begin to elevate and celebrate the lives of our resident-heroes, and be ourselves changed for the good in the process.
So, we seek great hearts, other people like us, who care and want to do work that matters.
We select people like us who believe that the most satisfying life is one that is outward-bound and rooted in servant-leadership.
JOB SUMMARY
The Med Care Manager/QMAP must administer, pour, pass, and document all routinely prescribed medications per physician orders under the direction of the Wellness Director and as approved by the State Medication Administration Regulations.
You will quickly learn how each resident prefers to take their medication.
Some may even play a game of hide and seek, pressing you to find where they may be in the community when it’s time for their medication.
BENEFITS
· Health Insurance offerings such as medical, dental, and vision insurance
· Other Insurance offerings such as life, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance
· 401k plan with matching
· HSA options
· Employee assistance programs
· Paid sick, vacation and birthday!
· Career development programs and opportunity for advancement
· Charitable and philanthropic opportunities
POSITION OVERVIEW
* Administer and document regularly prescribed medications per the Medication Administration record observing the five rights for safe administering of meds and per physician orders.
* Order meds from the pharmacy when and as prescribed, 7 days prior to running out of meds, and as requested by the Wellness Director to ensure that residents always have medications available.
Ensure these medications arrive, if not notify the Wellness Director within 24 hours.
* Immediately after administering medication to a resident, document in the resident’s medical record those medications given.
Date and initial the bubble pack after taking the medication from it.
* Observe and report to the licensed nurse reactions and side effects of medication administered to the residents.
* Take and record vital signs prior to administration of medications which could affect or change vital signs as ordered by the Physician or Wellness Director.
* Administer PRN medications, per physician order.
* Required to report any medication error to the Wellness Director immediately.
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Type: Permanent Location: San Jose, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:30:43
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Heart.
Soul.
Expertise.
That’s what defines an Emory nurse. Emory Healthcare would like to invite you to join our Med Surg – Complex Medicine unit at the Midtown, Atlanta location that offers an opportunity to work with a diverse patient population. Other highlights of the unit include:
* Individualized orientation
* Growth/Learning encouraged
* Self-governing and autonomy encouraged
* Flexible self -scheduling with blocked holidays
* Educational opportunities
* Family team culture that embraces diversity
* Supportive, encouraging, empowering work environment
* Magnet & Beacon journey bound
We are proud to be the only health system in Georgia with four Magnet®-recognized hospitals.
We’re looking for passionate critical care nurses who are ready to join a team that’s redefining quality nursing care. We’re defining a new standard of care for humankind.
Are YOU ready to join us?
7pm-7:30am Full Time/36 Hours
We're seeking a Registered Nurse, Acute Care responsible for being a capable clinician who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients and has developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population and routinely uses acquired knowledge, theory, research and experience to respond to changes in clinical situations.
This RN professional is able to apply the Synergy Model for Care in practice and use this knowledge to personalize care for each patient/family while serving as a resource to colleagues and strong advocate for patients/families.
This individual will:
* Consistently, effectively and respectfully communicate with the patient, the patient's family, and other members of the healthcare team while delivering safe, dependable and effective care to a patient population independently utilizing the nursing process.
* Demonstrate developed assessment skills and recognize the impact of nursing care on patient outcomes.
* Documents the nursing process accurately and in the appropriate format (e.g.
computer, clinical pathway, chart) as well as plan and implement patient care independently.
* Utilizes patient/family input and goals in planning of care as well as manage time effectively while incorporating AACN Synergy Model into clinical practice and identify the need to revise policies and procedures for a patient population based on receipt/review of evidence-based research. Includes revising and evaluating effectiveness of patient care documentation.
* Achieves points and contact hours as defined in the PLAN (clinical lattice) point system to maintain position.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Must have a valid, active unencumbered Nursing license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 12 months of recent nursing experience within the past five years or recent completion of a re-entry nursing program.
* BLS certification re...
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Type: Permanent Location: Atlanta, US-GA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:29:50
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The CRM is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Clinical Risk Management Program for Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital (BRH) entities and provides support to the Brooks System Director Risk Management.
The CRM assumes responsibility for incident investigation and identification/management of areas considered to be risk management liabilities. The CRM acts as a consultant to physicians, leadership, and staff on matters of clinical risk management.
The CRM serves as a member of the risk management team which aims to mitigate risk to Brooks and ensure quality of care in a constantly changing health care environment.
Responsibilities:
* Serves as Clinical Risk Manager for BRH entities under the direction of the System Director of Risk Management.
* Reviews all hospital incident reports and reports all actual and potential losses to the insurance company as directed by System Director Risk Management.
* Reviews medical records relative to reported incidents.
* Utilizes a high degree of judgement, prioritization, problem solving, and decision-making to complete a comprehensive review of quality-of-care incidents.
* Evaluates potential and/or actual patient harm clinical incidents to ensure a multi-disciplinary, risk-based approach is taken to effectively learn from unanticipated outcomes, patient safety events, sentinel events, and medical errors.
* Maintains incident file management within scope of Risk Management and Patient Safety processes to ensure accurate and thorough documentation of risk management investigation.
* At the direction of the System Director of Risk Management, conducts the analysis and clinical investigation of incidents involving patient harm that pose potential for and/or actual liability to Brooks.
* Performs pertinent medical record and medical/nursing practice guideline reviews, provider queries, and coordinates specialty reviews, as needed, to facilitate investigation of assigned incidents.
* Independently reviews non-critical incidents to achieve resolution.
* Consults on the incident reporting process that enables reporting of trends to leadership team to help support the oversight of quality, safety, and shared learning.
* Identifies problematic practices and/or adverse clinical risk trends.
* Partners with Operations and Quality to eliminate or decrease risk of patient harm and liability to Brooks.
* Serves as a member on various System Risk/Peer Review/Patient Safety/Quality committees to offer input and provide consultation on risk identification and reduction strategies.
* Works with Patient Financial Services (PFS) team regarding billing procedures on pertinent patient incidents to write-off or discount charges deemed necessary to proactively mitigate claim potential.
* Provides clinical knowledge and assistance to the System Director of Risk Management throughout the litigation process to assist in achievin...
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Type: Permanent Location: Jacksonville, US-FL
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:29:28
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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: San Diego, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:28:35
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We are looking for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant/COTA at Salinas Valley Post Acute
Full time, Part Time and PRN Opportunities
Our Benefits:
* Competitive pay
* Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
* 401k (Full-time only)
* Paid Time Off
* Rewards and Bonus Opportunities
* Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities
* Fun environment and great staff to work with!
Job Description:
* 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.
Required license or certification:
* Valid Occupational Therapist Assistant - License
Our Mission
* Committed to excellence in serving our community.
Our Vision is to be the premier provider of post-acute care by perfecting our core competencies.
* Operational Effectiveness: We will be wise stewards of our resources to provide the highest level of service to our customers.
* Clinical Excellence: We will deliver the best clinical care to each customer in a personalized way.
* Employee Engagement: We value our employees as our most important resource .
* Fun: We will create and install fun and enjoyment in everything we do.
Our Values
* Excellence: We strive to do our best and continuously look for ways to improve.
* Trust: We act with integrity and assume the same of each other.
* Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and mistakes.
* Mutual respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated.
* Love: we recognize that love is the essence behind providing care to the most vulnerable and sick in our communities.
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Type: Permanent Location: Salinas, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:28:34
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Physical Therapist - Join Our Dynamic Care Team!
Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of patients while working in an energetic, collaborative environment? As a Physical Therapist with us, you'll be empowered to provide top-notch care, guide patients toward their rehabilitation goals, and lead a passionate team, all while advancing your own skills in a supportive, growth-focused setting.
What You'll Do:
* Jump into Action: Evaluate new patients promptly after referral from their physician to assess their needs and get them started on the road to recovery.
If there's ever a delay, you'll document the reasons clearly in the patient record.
* Craft Personalized Treatment Plans: Collaborate with the referring physician to develop effective, individualized treatment plans and gain approval for services.
You'll follow through with treatments that help your patients reach their full potential.
* Guide and Lead: Assist in training Restorative Aides and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, ensuring the highest standards of care are always met.
You'll be their go-to expert, following the state practice act and your expert judgment.
* Collaborate and Communicate: Stay connected with your supervisor and other team members about patient progress, needs, and adjustments.
Participate in patient care conferences, utilization reviews, and rehabilitation meetings, making sure that everyone is on the same page.
* Teach and Empower: Engage with families and staff, leading caregiver training and providing vital instructions on maintaining therapy programs after discharge.
Your guidance will be key in helping patients regain their independence.
* Innovate and Problem-Solve: Stay on top of necessary durable medical equipment, such as walkers, braces, and grab bars, ensuring that patients have everything they need to stay mobile and safe.
* Maintain Documentation Excellence: Record all treatment notes, evaluations, and progress updates in compliance with PT Board State Practice Act and payer requirements, ensuring your work is always transparent and accountable.
* Continuous Learning: Be a part of our in-service training programs for the entire facility and expand your skills in an ongoing learning environment.
Supervisory Responsibility:
* Lead and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, aides, and students, helping them grow and learn from your expertise.
What You Bring:
* Education/Experience: A Bachelor's in Physical Therapy (Master's or Doctorate is a plus!) and proficiency with software like Casamba and Point Click Care.
* Skills & Abilities:
+ Solid understanding of technical procedures, policies, and medical documentation
+ Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage with all levels of staff, patients, and families
+ Problem-solving abilities to tackle the day-to-day challenges of rehabilitation
+ The ability to apply math co...
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Type: Permanent Location: Spokane, US-WA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:28:34
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Boulder Post Acute is Hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - PRN!
Schedule: Flexible Schedule, work on Fridays and some Saturdays.
Are you a passionate PTA looking for an exciting opportunity? Look no further! At Boulder Post Acute, we are dedicated to helping our patients live strong, healthy lives, and we need YOU to make it happen!
What to Expect:
* Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
* Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
* Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
* Must be knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
* Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Why Boulder Post Acute?
* Competitive pay -$32 - $40/hour
* Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
* 401k with match (Full-time only)
* Paid Time Off
* Sick Leave
* Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities
* Fun environment and a great staff to work with!
* Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents.
Successful Candidates:
* Must be currently registered/licensed in applicable State.
Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
* Must be a graduate of an accredited 2-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association
* One (1) year experience preferred in post-acute care or related setting preferred
* Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation.
CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Ready to make a difference?
After you apply, click the link below to book a convenient time to talk or contact Katrina, our Regional Recruiter.
https://calendly.com/katrina-moore-hil0/15-minute-call
Join us at Boulder Post Acute and be part of an awesome team dedicated to providing the best care possible!
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Type: Permanent Location: Boulder, US-CO
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:28:33
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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: San Jose, US-CA
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:28:29
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Lakewood Post Acute is hiring CNAs!
Day Shift: 6am-6pm
If you are a CNA who wants to be part of an amazing culture while making a genuine difference, then look no further than Lakewood Post Acute, in beautiful Lakewood CO.
We are looking for hard-working, friendly and compassionate people to join our team!
What to expect:
-You will be providing residents with routine daily nursing care and services.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to administrative functions, ADL's, personal nursing care functions, transferring, admissions, discharges, food service, safety, sanitation, care plans and resident rights.
Requirements:
- Must possess, at a minimum, 10th grade education, current CPR, and be a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant in accordance with the laws of Colorado.
- Must be vaccinated with ability to show proof in accordance with our state regulation, including COVID vaccine or valid exemption
- Ability to pass a criminal background check as well as Colorado CAPS background check
- Graduate of a state approved nursing assistant training program and passed a state approved competency examination written and skills, within 120 days of employment name entered into state nurse aide registry
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language, be able to move intermittently throughout the work day, and have patience, tact and a cheerful disposition.
We encourage teamwork and a positive work environment!
Our Benefits
* Competitive pay
* Healthcare Benefits including Vision & Dental (Full-time only)
* 401k (Full-time only)
* Paid Time Off
* Continuous Training and Growth Opportunities
* Fun environment and a great staff to work with!
Rate Range $19-$26
Please schedule a time to talk to me at:
https://calendly.com/roxane-keenan/roxane-keenan-15-minute-call
For immediate assistance, call Roxane, Recruiter at 720-675-6543
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Type: Permanent Location: Lakewood, US-CO
Salary / Rate: Not Specified
Posted: 2024-11-15 07:28:00
