Job Description SummaryThe Third-Party Biller/Professional billing will accumulate data from Patient Access and Health Information Management for the purpose of submitting compliant third-party insurance and physician claims. Initiate all collection calls for payment on aged accounts receivable up to the point of self-pay collections. Generates reports for responsible insurance plans and maintains online collection worklists and online claims editing software for maximum efficiency. Ability to decipher reimbursement schemes for assigned insurances to complete the revenue cycle. We are looking for candidates with two years' experience in professional billing. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. This position has a hybrid option after 90 days.Job DescriptionKey Job Responsibilities:Maintains up-to-date knowledge of all Federal, State and Insurance specific billing regulations, policies, procedures and code sets. Retains knowledge of Hospitals Credit Collection Policy. <ul><li>Notifies manager of any changes that would affect claim submission</li></ul> Evaluates daily claim file using online claim editing software for submission of 1500 claim forms.<ul><li>Initiate claim corrections as defined by insurance regulation and hospital policy.</li><li>Evaluate unresolved accounts weekly, contact outside departments as needed and submit status to manager weekly to resolve unbillable accounts.</li></ul>Initiate collection of aged accounts receivable through an automated collector work list.<ul><li>Generate reports as needed for collection of aged accounts receivable.</li><li>Accumulate at the beginning of each month or as requested a listing of unresolved/open accounts with aging greater than 120 days for manager review.</li></ul> Evaluate insurance reimbursement schemes as needed to verify that payments and adjustments have been accurately recorded. Communicate with patients as needed for additional insurance or other information needed in order to process a claim.<ul><li>Generate phone calls or letters as needed to obtain necessary insurance or other related information, prior to an account being placed in self-pay.</li><li>Obtain proper verification of predefined patient demographic information and maintain documentation in order to verify identity.</li></ul> Technology - Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.<ul><li>Uses the API payroll system to enter time worked, sick days, vacations and holidays.</li><li>Uses Epic to access and run reports.</li><li>Uses Microsoft Outlook as a communication tool.</li><li>Access provider web sites for verification of accounts.</li></ul>Safety Awareness - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.<ul><li>Successfully answers safety questions in the annual mandatory education packet.</li><li>Maintains a neat, organized work environment.</li><li>Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.</li></ul>Other duties as required.<ul><li> Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service meetings and other activities as related to job performance. </li><li>Attend seminars, workshops and training sessions offered by providers.</li></ul>Job Requirements: Minimum Education High school graduate or above preferred. Minimum Work Experience 2 years of hospital and/or physicians billing required.Additional Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:<ul><li>Excel, Word and windows-based computer skills are required</li><li>Strong analytical skills needed to meet assigned objectives</li><li>Working knowledge of standardized health care CPT, HCPC and ICD9 coding</li></ul>Competencies Does this employee provide any patient care related services? Yes _ No X Organizational Competencies Service The extent to which an employee demonstrates an understanding of the organizational and department's service standards and strives to achieve them, treats patients and families with dignity, compassion and respect at all times, and demonstrates courtesy in interactions with members of all departments and disciplines within the Hospital. Teamwork The extent to which an employee acts as a cohesive member of a work team and demonstrates appropriate interactions with all Hospital service providers. Communication Fosters an environment that nurtures collaboration, teamwork and mutual respect through effective communication, and demonstrates positive communication skills evidenced by effective working relationship.Respect For Others Takes actions that indicates a consideration for others and awareness of the impact of one's behavior on others, demonstrates respect for diverse backgrounds of all patients, families, and co-workers, and seeks accommodations. Time and Priority ManagementOptimizes use of time by efficiently using resources to identify barriers and balance priorities. Efficiently utilizes tools, resources, techniques and/or systems to organize tasks. Balances multiple priorities simultaneously, assuring the timely and accurate completion of each task, while maintaining quality standards. Quality Awareness/Performance ImprovementThe extent to which an employee demonstrates an understanding of their role in maintaining a commitment to quality. Quality is the consistent provision of safe, effective and satisfying care and services. Safety Awareness Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. (Department and/or individual performance standards may also be addressed in essential functions of position.)<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?ipYkfvjohbx5FdhwKkNDBgj" width="0" height="0" />

**Third-Party Biller**

The Third-Party Biller/Professional billing will accumulate data from Patient Access and Health Information Management for the purpose of submitting compliant third-party insurance and physician claims. Initiate all collection calls for payment on aged accounts receivable up to the point of self-pay collections. Generates reports for responsible insurance plans and maintains online collection worklists and online claims editing software for maximum efficiency. Ability to decipher reimbursement schemes for assigned insurances to complete the revenue cycle. We are looking for candidates with two years' experience in professional billing. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm. This position has a hybrid option after 90 days.

**Job Description**

- Maintains up-to-date knowledge of all Federal, State and Insurance specific billing regulations, policies, procedures and code sets. Retains knowledge of Hospitals Credit Collection Policy.
  
- Notifies manager of any changes that would affect claim submission.

- Evaluates daily claim file using online claim editing software for submission of 1500 claim forms.

- Initiates claim corrections as defined by insurance regulation and hospital policy.

- Evaluates unresolved accounts weekly, contacts outside departments as needed and submits status to manager weekly to resolve unbillable accounts.

- Initiates collection of aged accounts receivable through an automated collector work list.

- Generates reports as needed for collection of aged accounts receivable.

- Accumulates at the beginning of each month or as requested a listing of unresolved/open accounts with aging greater than 120 days for manager review.

- Evaluates insurance reimbursement schemes as needed to verify that payments and adjustments have been accurately recorded.

- Communicates with patients as needed for additional insurance or other information needed in order to process a claim.

- Generates phone calls or letters as needed to obtain necessary insurance or other related information, prior to an account being placed in self-pay.

- Obtains proper verification of predefined patient demographic information and maintains documentation in order to verify identity.

- Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.

- Uses the API payroll system to enter time worked, sick days, vacations and holidays.

- Uses Epic to access and run reports.

- Uses Microsoft Outlook as a communication tool.

- Accesses provider websites for verification of accounts.

- Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.

- Successfully answers safety questions in the annual mandatory education packet.

- Maintains a neat, organized work environment.

- Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.

- Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service meetings and other activities as related to job performance.

- Attends seminars, workshops and training sessions offered by providers.

**Requirements**

- High school graduate or above preferred.

- 2 years of hospital and/or physicians billing required.

**Additional Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities**

- Excel, Word and windows-based computer skills are required.

- Strong analytical skills needed to meet assigned objectives.

- Working knowledge of standardized health care CPT, HCPC and ICD9 coding.

**Competencies**

- Service: The extent to which an employee demonstrates an understanding of the organizational and department's service standards and strives to achieve them, treats patients and families with dignity, compassion and respect at all times, and demonstrates courtesy in interactions with members of all departments and disciplines within the Hospital.

- Teamwork: The extent to which an employee acts as a cohesive member of a work team and demonstrates appropriate interactions with all Hospital service providers.

- Communication: Fosters an environment that nurtures collaboration, teamwork and mutual respect through effective communication, and demonstrates positive communication skills evidenced by effective working relationships.

- Respect for Others: Takes actions that indicate consideration for others and awareness of the impact of one's behavior on others, demonstrates respect for diverse backgrounds of all patients, families, and co-workers, and seeks accommodations.

- Time and Priority Management: Optimizes use of time by efficiently using resources to identify barriers and balance priorities. Efficiently utilizes tools, resources, techniques and/or systems to organize tasks. Balances multiple priorities simultaneously, assuring the timely and accurate completion of each task while maintaining quality standards.

- Quality Awareness/Performance Improvement: The extent to which an employee demonstrates an understanding of their role in maintaining a commitment to quality. Quality is the consistent provision of safe, effective and satisfying care and services.

- Safety Awareness: Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.

Insurance Biller/Physician Billing

Job Description Summary At South Shore Hospital, neurosurgery patients are cared for most often on Pratt 6 North. Patients can be treated for many head or brain related issues such as brain and spine tumors, trauma, degenerative spine disorders, and hydrocephalus. As the only Level II trauma center in southeast Massachusetts, this unit is equipped to perform complex spinal and cranial surgery when every second counts. Job Description Pratt 6 North Patient Population: As an RN on the Pratt 6 North unit, you can expect to care for patients with critical neuro-related ailments or injuries. Many patients on this floor require round the clock monitoring and have conditions where quick assessment and action is crucial. Common procedures and treatments: <ul><li> Stroke </li><li> Tumors (including brain, pituitary and spinal) </li><li>Brain hemorrhage</li><li> Adult onset hydrocephalus </li><li> Head trauma </li><li> Chiari malformation </li><li> Concussion </li><li> Herniated disc (s) (cervical & lumbar) </li><li> Lumbar stenosis </li><li> Degenerative disk disease(s) </li><li> Spinal fracture </li><li> Sports-related head and spine injury </li><li> Advanced chronic pain </li><li> Trigeminal neuralgia </li><li> Ulnar nerve palsy </li></ul> An RN joining the Pratt 6 North team MUST have the following skills, certifications, or specific experience: 1. RN license from accredited Nursing School 2. ACLS certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained) 3. At least 6 months' experience practicing as an acute care, bedside RN (new grads withou t ex p erience are encouraged to apply to SSH's new grad program ) 4. At least 6 months' experience with Telemetry (including interpreting rhythms) 5. TCARR (Trauma Care After Resuscitation) (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained) 6. ERT (Emergency Response Training) (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained) Although not required , many skills, certifications, and/ or previous experiences would greatly benefit an RN looking to join this team. If you have any of the following, you would be at a significant advantage for training into this unit at South Shore Hospital: 1. Previous Neurosurgery experience in an acute in-patient setting 2. Previous use of the Epic healthcare system 3. Experience with the following treatments or equipment: <ul><li> - Brain or spinal surgery recovery </li><li> - Ventriculoperitoneal shunts </li><li> - Stereotactic radiation therapy </li><li> - Spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain </li><li> - Intrathecal Baclofen pump for muscle spasticity </li></ul> Other Job Descriptors: 1. Medication Administration<ul><li>a. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications.</li><li>b. Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure.</li><li>c. Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy and resolves narcotic discrepancy.</li></ul> 2. Plan of care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient.<ul><li>a. Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes.</li><li>b. Initiating admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization.</li><li>c. Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice.</li><li>d. Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines) and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI)</li><li>e. Assess/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy.</li><li>f. Works on behalf of patient /family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves.</li><li>g. Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions.</li><li>h. Actively communicates plan of day via white board updating every shift.</li><li>i. Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00pm, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command.</li></ul>3. Safety/Quality - Foster's a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.<ul><li>a. Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimen's an documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment and consent.</li><li>b. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.</li><li>c. Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times.</li><li>d. Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness.</li></ul>4. Professional Development: Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice.<ul><li>a. Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice.</li><li>b. Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel as assigned.</li><li>c. Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change.</li><li>d. Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace.</li><li>e. Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command.</li><li>f. Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure.</li></ul>5. Technology: Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices.<ul><li>a. Access Lotus Notes to review email, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role.</li><li>b. Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards.</li><li>c. Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime.</li></ul>6. Compliance<ul><li>a. Works within legal, regulatory and ethical standards relevant to the position.</li><li>b. Complies with applicable policies and procedures.</li><li>c. Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH's privacy and security programs.</li><li>d. Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP.</li><li>e. Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs.</li></ul>7. Patient and Family Centered Care<ul><li>a. Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.</li><li>b. Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team.</li><li>c. Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care.</li><li>d. Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit.</li></ul>8. Age & Culture<ul><li>a. Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness.</li><li>b. Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.</li><li>c. Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed.</li><li>d. Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources.</li></ul>Minimum Education <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing</li></ul>Minimum Work Experience<ul><li>Previous Acute Care RN experience (at least 6 months)</li></ul> Required Licenses/Certifications<ul><li> RN - Registered Nurse </li><li> Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification </li><li> Emergency Response Training Certification </li><li> Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required </li></ul> <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Qzszl0SUVtvo12qRaDmu6wk" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse - Pratt 6 North**

At South Shore Hospital, neurosurgery patients are cared for most often on Pratt 6 North. Patients can be treated for many head or brain-related issues such as brain and spine tumors, trauma, degenerative spine disorders, and hydrocephalus. As the only Level II trauma center in southeast Massachusetts, this unit is equipped to perform complex spinal and cranial surgery when every second counts.

**Job Description**

As an RN on the Pratt 6 North unit, you can expect to care for patients with critical neuro-related ailments or injuries. Many patients on this floor require round-the-clock monitoring and have conditions where quick assessment and action is crucial.

Common procedures and treatments include:

- Stroke
- Tumors (including brain, pituitary, and spinal)
- Brain hemorrhage
- Adult onset hydrocephalus
- Head trauma
- Chiari malformation
- Concussion
- Herniated disc(s) (cervical & lumbar)
- Lumbar stenosis
- Degenerative disk disease(s)
- Spinal fracture
- Sports-related head and spine injury
- Advanced chronic pain
- Trigeminal neuralgia
- Ulnar nerve palsy

**Requirements**

An RN joining the Pratt 6 North team must have the following skills, certifications, or specific experience:

- RN license from an accredited Nursing School
- ACLS certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained)
- At least 6 months' experience practicing as an acute care, bedside RN (new grads without experience are encouraged to apply to SSH's new grad program)
- At least 6 months' experience with Telemetry (including interpreting rhythms)
- TCARR (Trauma Care After Resuscitation) certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained)
- ERT (Emergency Response Training) certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained)

Although not required, many skills, certifications, and/or previous experiences would greatly benefit an RN looking to join this team. If you have any of the following, you would be at a significant advantage for training into this unit at South Shore Hospital:

- Previous neurosurgery experience in an acute in-patient setting
- Previous use of the Epic healthcare system
- Experience with the following treatments or equipment:
  - Brain or spinal surgery recovery
  - Ventriculoperitoneal shunts
  - Stereotactic radiation therapy
  - Spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain
  - Intrathecal Baclofen pump for muscle spasticity

**Other Job Descriptors**

1. Medication Administration
   - Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications.
   - Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure.
   - Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy, and resolves narcotic discrepancy.

2. Plan of Care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience
   - Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient.
   - Develops, evaluates, and updates individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes.
   - Initiates admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization.
   - Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice.
   - Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit-based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines), and nurse-sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI).
   - Assesses/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy.
   - Works on behalf of patient/family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves.
   - Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions.
   - Actively communicates plan of day via whiteboard updating every shift.
   - Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00 PM, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command.

3. Safety/Quality
   - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
   - Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimens, and documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment, and consent.
   - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times, and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.
   - Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times.
   - Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness.

4. Professional Development
   - Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidence-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice.
   - Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice.
   - Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel as assigned.
   - Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change.
   - Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace.
   - Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, selects appropriate solutions, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command.
   - Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure.

5. Technology
   - Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices.
   - Accesses Lotus Notes to review email, learning management, and other resources as applicable to RN role.
   - Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards.
   - Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime.

6. Compliance
   - Works within legal, regulatory, and ethical standards relevant to the position.
   - Complies with applicable policies and procedures.
   - Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee complies with policies and procedures relating to SSH's privacy and security programs.
   - Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director, or VP.
   - Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy, and security programs.

7. Patient and Family Centered Care
   - Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.
   - Recognizes the patient and family according to patient preferences as important members of the health care team.
   - Collaborates with the patient and family according to patient preferences in planning, implementing, and evaluating care.
   - Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences.

8. Age & Culture
   - Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness.
   - Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.
   - Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed.
   - Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services such as interpreter services and online sources.

**Minimum Education**

- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

**Minimum Work Experience**

- Previous Acute Care RN experience (at least 6 months)

**Required Licenses/Certifications**

- RN - Registered Nurse
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Emergency Response Training Certification
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required

Registered Med Surg/Neuro Cardiac - 36hr days

Job Description SummarySouth Shore Health is looking to grow their talented and dedicated CT Technologist team and would love to have you join us! There are so many amazing reasons to work for South Shore Health, but here are just a few: • New competitive pay rates starting at $45/hour and generous shift differentials • Work Life Balance: Flexible shift options including part time, full-time and per diem • Day/eve or night shifts available with NO CALL! • State-of-the-art equipment with GE motion injectors • Career Growth: Exposure to a Level II Adult Trauma Center, Level III NICU and the third busiest Emergency Department in the state • Free Parking/Shuttle for all employees • Medical, Dental & Vision insurance: Starts day 1 Participates in technical duties directly involved with the CT Scanner including developing, initiating and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit.Job DescriptionESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1. Maintains equipment for proper diagnostic imaging.a. Maintains equipment by cleaning daily. b. Notes any system problems to alert service engineer. c. Alerts supervisor of system problems and when a service engineer has been alerted. d. Maintains supplies by stocking rooms daily. 2. Sets up and adjusts equipment dependent on the exam.a. Sets up equipment and calibrates unit. b. Sets control according to exam standard for slice thickness and bed increment. c. Checks all dose limits that will be needed for each exam being preformed 3. Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements. Explains and prepares the patient for the exam requested.a. Goes to waiting room, dressing rooms and corridors to accept patient. b. Assesses patient needs to determine proper handling. c. Explains procedure to patients to prepare them for the examination. d. Answers all questions patient may have about examination. 4. Assists in the administration and administers appropriate contrast agents in order to render specific organs or systems more opaque.a. Performs IV access, using sterile technique, for administration of contrast. b. Marks all I.V. supplies properly. 5. Reviews patient charts and requests with the Radiologist to assure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained.a. Reviews patient charts checking physician orders. b. Reviews with the Radiologist requests and charts for proper examination. c. Communicates with patient units to assure timely transport and completion of exam request. 6. Quality controls all images, maintains inventory and adheres to safety regulations.a. Checks all images to assure quality of exam. b. Checks all image transfers complete and correct, using image transfer management equipment c. Adheres to safety regulations for both patient and employee safety. d. Checks inventory of contrast, IV supplies and paper products daily e. Trains department personnel, including students, on how to perform a CAT Scan. 7. Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to body parts.a. Reviews exam request to determine area of interest. b. Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced by the image taken. c. Follows set department protocols for imaging area of interest. 8. Technology - Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.a. progress in knowledge of new dept related technology b. progress in knowledge of new technology instituted hospital wide 9. Safety Awareness - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.a. Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done. b. Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications. c. Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal read back to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order. d. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper hand washing, as observed by nurse manager and peers. e. Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites. f. Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times. g. Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines. h. Adheres to universal precautions. i. Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. j. Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education - Preferred Formal training in Radiology Technology of AMA approved program. Minimum Work Experience Minimum of three to four (3-4) years Radiologic experience and special procedures experience preferred. One (1) year exposure or training in CT to be proficient. Required License Computed Tomography (CT) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)Computed Tomography (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts) Required Certification BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) within 180 days of hire<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?itu8SGyK00b06x%2bN4DMMWgl" width="0" height="0" />

**CT Technologist**

South Shore Health is looking to grow their talented and dedicated CT Technologist team and would love to have you join us! There are so many amazing reasons to work for South Shore Health, but here are just a few: 

- New competitive pay rates starting at $45/hour and generous shift differentials
- Work-life balance: Flexible shift options including part-time, full-time, and per diem
- Day/eve or night shifts available with no call
- State-of-the-art equipment with GE motion injectors
- Career growth: Exposure to a Level II Adult Trauma Center, Level III NICU, and the third busiest Emergency Department in the state
- Free parking/shuttle for all employees
- Medical, dental & vision insurance: Starts day 1

Participates in technical duties directly involved with the CT Scanner including developing, initiating, and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit.

**Job Description**

- Maintains equipment for proper diagnostic imaging.
  - Maintains equipment by cleaning daily.
  - Notes any system problems to alert service engineer.
  - Alerts supervisor of system problems and when a service engineer has been alerted.
  - Maintains supplies by stocking rooms daily.

- Sets up and adjusts equipment dependent on the exam.
  - Sets up equipment and calibrates unit.
  - Sets control according to exam standard for slice thickness and bed increment.
  - Checks all dose limits that will be needed for each exam being performed.

- Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements. Explains and prepares the patient for the exam requested.
  - Goes to waiting room, dressing rooms, and corridors to accept patient.
  - Assesses patient needs to determine proper handling.
  - Explains procedure to patients to prepare them for the examination.
  - Answers all questions patient may have about examination.

- Assists in the administration and administers appropriate contrast agents in order to render specific organs or systems more opaque.
  - Performs IV access, using sterile technique, for administration of contrast.
  - Marks all IV supplies properly.

- Reviews patient charts and requests with the Radiologist to assure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained.
  - Reviews patient charts checking physician orders.
  - Reviews with the Radiologist requests and charts for proper examination.
  - Communicates with patient units to assure timely transport and completion of exam request.

- Quality controls all images, maintains inventory, and adheres to safety regulations.
  - Checks all images to assure quality of exam.
  - Checks all image transfers complete and correct, using image transfer management equipment.
  - Adheres to safety regulations for both patient and employee safety.
  - Checks inventory of contrast, IV supplies, and paper products daily.
  - Trains department personnel, including students, on how to perform a CAT scan.

- Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to body parts.
  - Reviews exam request to determine area of interest.
  - Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced by the image taken.
  - Follows set department protocols for imaging area of interest.

- Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.
  - Progress in knowledge of new department-related technology.
  - Progress in knowledge of new technology instituted hospital-wide.

- Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
  - Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
  - Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
  - Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal read back to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
  - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper hand washing, as observed by nurse manager and peers.
  - Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
  - Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
  - Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
  - Adheres to universal precautions.
  - Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
  - Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.

**Requirements**

- Minimum education: Formal training in Radiology Technology of AMA approved program.

- Minimum work experience: Minimum of three to four (3-4) years Radiologic experience and special procedures experience preferred. One (1) year exposure or training in CT to be proficient.

- Required license: Computed Tomography (CT) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). Computed Tomography (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts).

- Required certification: BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) within 180 days of hire.

CT Technologist

Job Description SummaryManages individualized, outcome oriented nursing care through the use of the nursing process. Provides care, treatment and services through the successful coordination and completion of a series of processes that include assessment, planning care, providing care, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and proceduresJob Description1. Medication Administration a. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications. b. Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure. c. Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy and resolves narcotic discrepancy. 2. Plan of care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient. a. Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes. b. Initiating admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization. c. Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice. d. Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines) and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI) e. Assess/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy. f. Works on behalf of patient /family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves. g. Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions. h. Actively communicates plan of day via white board updating every shift. i. Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00pm, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command. 3. Safety/Quality - Foster's a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a. Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimen's an documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment and consent. b. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access. c. Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times. d. Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness. 4. Professional Development: Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice. a. Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice. b. Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel as assigned. c. Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change. d. Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace. e. Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command. f. Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure. 5. Technology: Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices. a. Access Lotus Notes to review email, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role. b. Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards. c. Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime. 6. Compliance a. Works within legal, regulatory and ethical standards relevant to the position. b. Complies with applicable policies and procedures. c. Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH's privacy and security programs. d. Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP. e. Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs. 7. Patient and Family Centered Care a. Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family. b. Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team. c. Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care. d. Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit. 8. Age & Culture a. Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness. b. Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact. c. Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed. d. Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources. Minimum Education - Preferred Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Minimum Work Experience Previous Acute Care RN experience preferredRequired Licenses/Certifications RN - Registered Nurse Salary Range: $37.04 - $75.03 Depending on department Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, Emergency Response Training Certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?rjkyZ%2bD7Ddw2CxRgnyUDCgc" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse**

Manages individualized, outcome-oriented nursing care through the use of the nursing process. Provides care, treatment, and services through the successful coordination and completion of a series of processes that include assessment, planning care, and providing care, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.

**Job Description**

- Medication Administration
  - Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications.
  - Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure.
  - Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy, and resolves narcotic discrepancy.

- Plan of Care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience
  - Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient.
  - Develops, evaluates, and updates individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes.
  - Initiates admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization.
  - Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice.
  - Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit-based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines), and nurse-sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI).
  - Assesses/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy.
  - Works on behalf of patient/family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves.
  - Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions.
  - Actively communicates plan of day via whiteboard updating every shift.
  - Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00 PM, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command.

- Safety/Quality
  - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
  - Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimens, and documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment, and consent.
  - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times, and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.
  - Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times.
  - Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness.

- Professional Development
  - Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidence-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice.
  - Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice.
  - Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel as assigned.
  - Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change.
  - Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace.
  - Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, selects appropriate solutions, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command.
  - Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure.

- Technology
  - Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices.
  - Accesses Lotus Notes to review email, learning management, and other resources as applicable to RN role.
  - Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards.
  - Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime.

- Compliance
  - Works within legal, regulatory, and ethical standards relevant to the position.
  - Complies with applicable policies and procedures.
  - Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee complies with policies and procedures relating to SSH's privacy and security programs.
  - Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director, or VP.
  - Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy, and security programs.

- Patient and Family Centered Care
  - Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.
  - Recognizes the patient and family according to patient preferences as important members of the health care team.
  - Collaborates with the patient and family according to patient preferences in planning, implementing, and evaluating care.
  - Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit.

- Age & Culture
  - Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness.
  - Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.
  - Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services for diverse populations as needed.
  - Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services such as interpreter services and online sources.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Previous Acute Care RN experience preferred
- RN - Registered Nurse

**Salary Range**

$37.04 - $75.03

Depending on department: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, Emergency Response Training Certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required.

Emergency Department Registered Nurse - 24hrs - nights

Job Description SummaryGreet patients and determine nature of the visit; prepare and assist patients for examination, treatment, or procedure by provider Pay Range: 25.25-35.36 an hour with the eligibility for shift differentials.Job DescriptionLearn more about South Shore Health: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS• Maintain patient's safe passage in and out of the practice • Greet, assess and interview patients • Obtain past medical and surgical history, family history, social history, vital signs • Review present medications, allergy history, chief complaint • Prepare and assist patients for examination, treatment, or procedure by provider • Anticipate needs of patients, and the provider • Monitoring of patient during examination, or procedure • Maintain and update level of skill for pertinent paramedic duties • Maintain patient care areas • Stocking and ordering of supplies as needed, and maintaining clean exam rooms • Charge and code supplies, medications, and procedures • Respond to patient's concerns in person or by telephone while simultaneously documenting the problem • Maintains patient confidentiality •Administers medications and IVs per physician's orders • Perform a variety of preliminary procedures, including phlebotomy, injections, throat cultures and moreJOB REQUIREMENTSRequired CertificationEMT-P Current Massachusetts Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic LicensurePreferred CertificationsBLS - Basic Life SupportRequired additional Knowledge and Abilities • Knowledge of medical terminology • Team Player • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?w5Xcqkpc1zgkZ3Or%2bAGzxwe" width="0" height="0" />

**Job Description Summary**

Greet patients and determine the nature of the visit; prepare and assist patients for examination, treatment, or procedure by the provider. Pay range: 25.25-35.36 an hour with eligibility for shift differentials.

**Job Description**

- Maintain patient's safe passage in and out of the practice
- Greet, assess, and interview patients
- Obtain past medical and surgical history, family history, social history, and vital signs
- Review present medications, allergy history, and chief complaint
- Prepare and assist patients for examination, treatment, or procedure by the provider
- Anticipate needs of patients and the provider
- Monitor patients during examination or procedure
- Maintain and update level of skill for pertinent paramedic duties
- Maintain patient care areas
- Stock and order supplies as needed, and maintain clean exam rooms
- Charge and code supplies, medications, and procedures
- Respond to patient's concerns in person or by telephone while simultaneously documenting the problem
- Maintain patient confidentiality
- Administer medications and IVs per physician's orders
- Perform a variety of preliminary procedures, including phlebotomy, injections, throat cultures, and more

**Requirements**

- EMT-P Current Massachusetts Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic Licensure
- BLS - Basic Life Support (preferred)
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Team player
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Paramedic Health Express

Job Description SummarySouth Shore VNA has been named a "Top Agency for Home Care" for many years running, and is one of the largest providers of Medicare certified home health care in the state. As a Nurse, OT, or PT with this outstanding agency, you will benefit from the support of the entire South Shore Health System to support your success and ability to provide outstanding care. After a thorough orientation and training, you will assume increasing autonomy in your practice and schedule. While clinical support is a phone call away, you will get to know your patients, manage your schedule in a way that works for you, and increase your level of expertise through the interesting array of cases you will handle. South Shore Health will provide support, training, benefits on your first day of work, all of the materials and technology you need, tuition reimbursement for your continuing education, and a robust portfolio of benefits to keep you healthy! Our care teams are split up geographically, to provide services from Quincy to Plymouth. Whether you are looking for full time, part time, or per diem, we have opportunities for you!Job DescriptionESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSUnder the direction of the Rehabilitation Manager, evaluates, plans and administers medically prescribed occupational therapy treatment to patients in their home. 1. INITIAL PATIENT ASSESSMENT: Performs a comprehensive physical, psycho-social, and safety assessment of assigned patients as evidenced by clinical documentation. Identifies functional problems and establishes interventions and goals to achieve measurable outcomes. 2. INITIAL ASSESSMENT DOCUMENTATION: Completes thorough documentation of Initial Assessment with results recorded in measurable terms and a Plan of Care is established, identifying realistic and measurable goals. Consistently completes all paperwork required to provide service to patient. Med reconciliation is completed for Agency Admissions and with every new medication entered into medical record. Synchronization of all documentation is timely and is according Agency guidelines. 3. REVISITS: TREATMENTS AND DOCUMENTATION: Plans for and provides skilled occupational therapy treatment in the home reassessing the patient's status on each visit and ensuring quality of care as documented in the clinical record. Treatment plans are modified appropriately to reflect change in patient status and progression towards goals. Equipment needs are assessed and equipment is ordered appropriately. Pain and vital signs are assessed and documented on every visit. Medicare Functional Reassessments are completed thoroughly and timely for required time points for those patients for whom are required. 4. COORDINATION OF PATIENT CARE: Coordinates patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal patient care and communication as noted in the clinical record. MD is notified of any changes in patient status and also when visit frequency is not met per MD order. Authorization is obtained for Managed Care patients according to Agency guidelines. 5. RECERTIFICATIONS: Agency Recertifications are completed within 5 days prior to the end of Certification period with thorough completion of OASIS when required. Second discipline in, recertifications, are completed with accurate updated orders documented in the chart. Interdisciplinary communication regarding recertification occurs prior to recertifying patient. 6. DISCHARGES: Discharge planning occurs throughout the episode of care with documentation reflecting pt and Care Plan Partner have been notified and prepared for discharge. Discharge is communicated to all disciplines involved and MD is notified of discharge as reflected in the medical record. Discharge summaries are completed and goals and interventions are ended. All required paperwork is appropriately signed by patient or care plan partner indicating notification of discharge. 7. TECHNOLOGY: Demonstrates clinical proficiency and competency in the agency/program automated clinical record as evidenced by successful completion of education program and appropriate daily utilization of software. 8. SAFETY: Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. Demonstrates proper Infection Control during joint visits. 9. SCHEDULING: Maintains up to date schedule in computerized system, identifying availability for new patients. Submits schedules for following week by Friday morning. Keeps patients informed as to their individualized schedules and anticipated dates of revisits. 10. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Maintains and enhances individual knowledge as well as promoting professional standards in occupational therapy. Maintains current knowledge in Occupational Therapy practice by attendance at in-services. Participates on Committees or Team projects as able.JOB REQUIREMENTSMinimum Education - PreferredBachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy preferredMinimum Work ExperienceRequires 1-2 years of occupational therapy experience.Required Licenses / Registrations OT - Occupational TherapistRead more about our program here: South Shore Health VNA Visiting Nurses Association Home Care South Shore Health VNA Visiting Nurse Association <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?iOvp3n2dtZ63NULIoc1DZgz" width="0" height="0" />

**Occupational Therapist**

South Shore VNA has been named a "Top Agency for Home Care" for many years running, and is one of the largest providers of Medicare certified home health care in the state. As a Nurse, OT, or PT with this outstanding agency, you will benefit from the support of the entire South Shore Health System to support your success and ability to provide outstanding care. After a thorough orientation and training, you will assume increasing autonomy in your practice and schedule. While clinical support is a phone call away, you will get to know your patients, manage your schedule in a way that works for you, and increase your level of expertise through the interesting array of cases you will handle. South Shore Health will provide support, training, benefits on your first day of work, all of the materials and technology you need, tuition reimbursement for your continuing education, and a robust portfolio of benefits to keep you healthy! Our care teams are split up geographically, to provide services from Quincy to Plymouth. Whether you are looking for full time, part time, or per diem, we have opportunities for you!

**Job Description**

- Under the direction of the Rehabilitation Manager, evaluates, plans and administers medically prescribed occupational therapy treatment to patients in their home.
  
- Initial Patient Assessment: Performs a comprehensive physical, psycho-social, and safety assessment of assigned patients as evidenced by clinical documentation. Identifies functional problems and establishes interventions and goals to achieve measurable outcomes.

- Initial Assessment Documentation: Completes thorough documentation of Initial Assessment with results recorded in measurable terms and a Plan of Care is established, identifying realistic and measurable goals. Consistently completes all paperwork required to provide service to patient. Medication reconciliation is completed for Agency Admissions and with every new medication entered into medical record. Synchronization of all documentation is timely and is according to Agency guidelines.

- Revisits: Treatments and Documentation: Plans for and provides skilled occupational therapy treatment in the home reassessing the patient's status on each visit and ensuring quality of care as documented in the clinical record. Treatment plans are modified appropriately to reflect change in patient status and progression towards goals. Equipment needs are assessed and equipment is ordered appropriately. Pain and vital signs are assessed and documented on every visit. Medicare Functional Reassessments are completed thoroughly and timely for required time points for those patients for whom they are required.

- Coordination of Patient Care: Coordinates patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal patient care and communication as noted in the clinical record. MD is notified of any changes in patient status and also when visit frequency is not met per MD order. Authorization is obtained for Managed Care patients according to Agency guidelines.

- Recertifications: Agency Recertifications are completed within 5 days prior to the end of Certification period with thorough completion of OASIS when required. Second discipline in recertifications are completed with accurate updated orders documented in the chart. Interdisciplinary communication regarding recertification occurs prior to recertifying patient.

- Discharges: Discharge planning occurs throughout the episode of care with documentation reflecting that the patient and Care Plan Partner have been notified and prepared for discharge. Discharge is communicated to all disciplines involved and MD is notified of discharge as reflected in the medical record. Discharge summaries are completed and goals and interventions are ended. All required paperwork is appropriately signed by patient or care plan partner indicating notification of discharge.

- Technology: Demonstrates clinical proficiency and competency in the agency/program automated clinical record as evidenced by successful completion of education program and appropriate daily utilization of software.

- Safety: Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. Demonstrates proper Infection Control during joint visits.

- Scheduling: Maintains up-to-date schedule in computerized system, identifying availability for new patients. Submits schedules for following week by Friday morning. Keeps patients informed as to their individualized schedules and anticipated dates of revisits.

- Professional Development: Maintains and enhances individual knowledge as well as promoting professional standards in occupational therapy. Maintains current knowledge in Occupational Therapy practice by attendance at in-services. Participates on Committees or Team projects as able.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy preferred

- Requires 1-2 years of occupational therapy experience.

- OT - Occupational Therapist license required.

VNA Occupational Therapist - per visit

Job Description SummaryThe Clinical Dietitian provides clinical nutrition services including medical nutrition therapy to patients. Is a strong member of health care team integrated in all service areas of the hospital. Nutritional practice is research based using current scientific literature. Goals of care are collaborative and incorporates Patient & Family Centered care. Strong skills needed for nutritional assessments with ADIME method. If needed, responsibilities may include nutrition consultations to patients in SSVNA Home Care Division, with home visits. If needed may need to cover in the Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab department. And if needed, may include covering in the out-patient GDM clinic.Job DescriptionESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1 - Screens patients for nutritional risk using: Department standards for the established screening data in EMR; Consults; Daily multi-disciplinary rounds; Meals Rounds. Collaborates with Nutr. Guest Reps, nurses and medical providers and SLP to identify patients needing an assessment or re-assessment.2. Appropriately prioritize patients for the shift. Documents which patients need assessment notes and the reasons; Documents daily multi-disciplinary care rounds on 'My Patients' Worklist and files in drawer daily.3 - Assesses patients appropriately using the Nutrition Care Process. Uses information from: EMR; daily meal rounds; patient and family; physicians, nurses and other clinical providers. Assessments are accurate, appropriate and use evidence based practice. Notes are timely, effective and use the ADIME outline. Calculations are based on N&FS department policies for standards of practice.RD works efficiently to be productive and complete appropriate number of notes/day.4 - Documentation of assessment and recommendations uses the appropriate templates in EMR. Documentation is appropriate, timely and accurate.5 - Effectively communicates departmental, organization and industry information to coworkers and other clinical staff. Delivery is clear and in a timely fashion. Communication is productive and resolves conflicts which may affect relations and productivity. a - Provides in-service education to RD staff, or other facility employees/students, as requested by CNM. b - Requests made to CNM are written and given in a timely manner.6 - Functions proactively to resolve patient problems, and provide operational excellence so the department delivers quality services in an efficient and effective manner. Works cooperatively with other employees to enhance nutritional care to patients. Refers questions of policy to CNM or to N&FS managers.7 - Initiates research of scientific literature to update educational handouts; or updates policies and procedures, standards of practice or guidelines.8 - Seeks knowledge, skills and competency, to maintain registration with CDR; MA license; and an approved Professional Portfolio in good standing. Attends lectures, seminars and reviews professional journals in a timely manner. 9 - Actively participates in department and hospital meetings, as requested by CNM. Communicates information from Committee meetings to CNM and coworkers. Attendance is evident on the attendance sheets, filed in the Communication Binder.10 - Shares in responsibility to provide community educational Fairs and presentations, as assigned by CNM. Is proactive in developing agendas and handouts well in advance of the date. Uses powerpoint when available, or other professional tools.11 - Embraces technology and electronic tools for work processes, and to improve efficiency. Uses computer for literature searches. Uses Outlook and other technology to communicate within the organization12 - OUT PATIENT COUNSELING for GDM Clinic. In addition to the above essential functions: Coordinate activities to support overall hospital goal of fiscal accountability by helping to grow the out-patient nutrition volume. Become a provider for medical insures as needed. Office is neat, organized, clean and attractive to patients. a - Work efficiently and use time management to accomplish administrative duties, document notes and send letters to MDs in a timely manner. b- Order educational forms from Printshop in advance of need. c - Complete and Process patient Billing and reconciliation each day. d - Maximize patient appointment within scheduled hours. Establish good rapport with scheduling and pre-registration; UC receptionists. e - Responsible for out-patient Performance Improvement plan, as directed by CNM: Assist to set the goals; collect data; summarize data; decide action plan and present to CNM on a quarterly basis.Technology and Learning a - Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization. b - Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.UNIT / DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS1 - Other duties as required by manager or director.2 - Performs work of variety of skill levels and responsibility as directed. May also perform work of a higher level in preparation for increased responsibility and may be requested to work of lesser responsibility when the work load of the department so requires.JOB REQUIREMENTSMinimum EducationBachelor or Master's Degree in Nutrition from a CDR/A.N.D. approved program. Completed Dietetic Internship from a CDR accredited program. Passed RD exam or eligible to take RD exam. Massachusetts licensure or licensure eligible.Minimum Work Experience - PreferredUp to six (6) months to become fully proficient is preferred.Required Licenses / Registrations LDN or LDN Eligible - Licensed Dietitian or Licensed Dietitian Eligible in Massachusetts RD or RD Eligible - Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian EligibleRequired additional Knowledge, and AbilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel preferred; typing ability<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?XfwhPf4jER4hLueeyycMCAg" width="0" height="0" />

**Clinical Dietitian**

The Clinical Dietitian provides clinical nutrition services including medical nutrition therapy to patients. They are a strong member of the healthcare team integrated into all service areas of the hospital. Nutritional practice is research-based using current scientific literature. Goals of care are collaborative and incorporate Patient & Family Centered care. Strong skills are needed for nutritional assessments with the ADIME method. Responsibilities may include nutrition consultations to patients in the SSVNA Home Care Division, with home visits, and covering in the Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab department or the outpatient GDM clinic as needed.

**Job Description**

- Screens patients for nutritional risk using department standards for established screening data in EMR; consults; daily multi-disciplinary rounds; meals rounds. Collaborates with Nutritional Guest Representatives, nurses, medical providers, and SLP to identify patients needing an assessment or re-assessment.

- Appropriately prioritizes patients for the shift. Documents which patients need assessment notes and the reasons; documents daily multi-disciplinary care rounds on 'My Patients' Worklist and files in drawer daily.

- Assesses patients appropriately using the Nutrition Care Process. Uses information from EMR, daily meal rounds, patient and family, physicians, nurses, and other clinical providers. Assessments are accurate, appropriate, and use evidence-based practice. Notes are timely, effective, and use the ADIME outline. Calculations are based on N&FS department policies for standards of practice.

- Works efficiently to be productive and complete an appropriate number of notes per day.

- Documentation of assessment and recommendations uses the appropriate templates in EMR. Documentation is appropriate, timely, and accurate.

- Effectively communicates departmental, organization, and industry information to coworkers and other clinical staff. Delivery is clear and timely. Communication is productive and resolves conflicts that may affect relations and productivity.

- Provides in-service education to RD staff or other facility employees/students as requested by CNM. Requests made to CNM are written and given in a timely manner.

- Functions proactively to resolve patient problems and provide operational excellence so the department delivers quality services efficiently and effectively. Works cooperatively with other employees to enhance nutritional care for patients. Refers questions of policy to CNM or N&FS managers.

- Initiates research of scientific literature to update educational handouts or updates policies and procedures, standards of practice, or guidelines.

- Seeks knowledge, skills, and competency to maintain registration with CDR; MA license; and an approved Professional Portfolio in good standing. Attends lectures, seminars, and reviews professional journals in a timely manner.

- Actively participates in department and hospital meetings as requested by CNM. Communicates information from committee meetings to CNM and coworkers. Attendance is evident on the attendance sheets filed in the Communication Binder.

- Shares in responsibility to provide community educational fairs and presentations as assigned by CNM. Is proactive in developing agendas and handouts well in advance of the date. Uses PowerPoint when available or other professional tools.

- Embraces technology and electronic tools for work processes to improve efficiency. Uses a computer for literature searches. Uses Outlook and other technology to communicate within the organization.

- Outpatient counseling for GDM Clinic: In addition to the above essential functions, coordinates activities to support overall hospital goals of fiscal accountability by helping to grow outpatient nutrition volume. Becomes a provider for medical insurers as needed. Office is neat, organized, clean, and attractive to patients.

- Works efficiently and uses time management to accomplish administrative duties, document notes, and send letters to MDs in a timely manner.

- Orders educational forms from Printshop in advance of need.

- Completes and processes patient billing and reconciliation each day.

- Maximizes patient appointments within scheduled hours. Establishes good rapport with scheduling and pre-registration; UC receptionists.

- Responsible for outpatient Performance Improvement plan as directed by CNM: Assists in setting goals; collects data; summarizes data; decides action plan; presents to CNM on a quarterly basis.

**Requirements**

- Minimum Education: Bachelor or Master's Degree in Nutrition from a CDR/A.N.D. approved program. Completed Dietetic Internship from a CDR accredited program. Passed RD exam or eligible to take RD exam. Massachusetts licensure or licensure eligible.

- Minimum Work Experience - Preferred: Up to six (6) months to become fully proficient is preferred.

- Required Licenses/Registrations: LDN or LDN Eligible - Licensed Dietitian or Licensed Dietitian Eligible in Massachusetts; RD or RD Eligible - Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Eligible.

- Required additional Knowledge and Abilities: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel preferred; typing ability.

Clinical Dietitian Per Diem

Job Description SummarySupervises the provision of nutritional services for patients in assigned work area, communicating concerns to manager and/or dietitian. Works collaboratively with colleagues in clinical service unit teams and across the health system. Assists patient's with menu selection using principles of good nutrition/ limitations of diet order while promoting positive patient outcomes and enhanced patient satisfaction. Responsible for utilizing automated diet office system to prepare menus for tray service. Oversees production of meal service on tray line and is responsible for overseeing quality of items served. Acts as a resource to Nutrition Guest Representatives and conducts Service & Safety monitors overseeing compliance to departmental guidelines and standards of care. Contributes to department goal for excellence in all patient interactions. Works well with peers and maintains composure during stressful situations.Job DescriptionEssential Functions 1. Visits patients, of all ages daily, as assigned, for menu selections. All visits are conducted in a manner that contributes to positive patient outcomes and enhances patient satisfaction. a. Utilizes all resources available (current diet, missing menu, unit manager, etc.) to ensure every effort is made to visit all patients for their meal selections. b. All patient interactions advance department's goal for service excellence. All department scripting is followed. c. Responsive to patient concerns/complaints: gathers supporting facts, makes notes for the record and reports incidents to manager. Acts independently; utilizing Culture of Service Excellence database for Service Recovery tools d. Use time effectively; works well under pressure 2. Utilizes automated diet office system. a. Manages all EPIC/CBORD functions for processing meals, running reports, verifying diet orders, allergies, printing of tray tickets and tally sheets b. Competent with Room Service Choice application in both iPads and on desk top c. Works collaboratively with dietitians, nurses and unit coordinators to ensure all nutrition related orders are entered into the computer accurately in a timely manner. 3. Checks tray line daily for accuracy of menus and quality of food served to patients. a. Tray line will be checked accurately, as noted by patient satisfaction surveys & as observed by tray line supervisor/manager b. Works collaboratively with tray line supervisor and cook to identify and correct food quality issues. 4. Corrects patient menus to agree with diet orders, allergies, and patient specific accommodations. a. Menus reflect knowledge of therapeutic diet guidelines b. Menu message notes for specific accommodations for portion sizes, cut and fix, etc. are accurate. 5. Prepares meal tickets for serving area in accordance with current diet order and all information on patient profile. a. Tray tickets are accurate and message notes are properly highlighted b. Tray tickets and tally sheets are forwarded 30 minutes prior to start of tray line. 6. Technology and Learning: Embraces technological solutions to work processes that enhance departmental practices, communication, and continuous learning. a. Effectively utilizes systems: Outlook, Epic, CBORD, My Time, Health Stream, etc. Manages own time card Monitors emails for communications b. Participates in continued learning completes all mandatory education within expected time frames 7. Safety Awareness - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a. Observes Nutrition Guest Reps; completes compliance monitor a minimum of once weekly - 90% of the time. 8. Contributes to department's goal for delivering quality services in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, and professional standards. a. Participates in all performance improvement initiatives and champions new ideas b. Weekly test trays are conducted to monitor quality, accuracy, and patient satisfaction - 90% of the time 9. Follows procedures of food service handling standards; for safety and personal hygiene as required by the Department a. Hands are properly washed and/or sanitized - Before & After protocols are followed. Hair nets and gloves are worn when serving or working with food in kitchen b. Appearance conveys a professional image by adhering to department guidelines for diet office dress code Essential Function (Cont.) I. Technology and Learning a. Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization. b. Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role. Non-Essential Functions 1. Other duties as required. Dietetic Technician eligible POPULATION SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES - NO ASSESSMENT REQUIRED GOAL: To identify population-specific competencies for direct and indirect patient care providers and provide a mechanism for assessing and evaluating age-specific competencies of staff on an annual basis. Job Function - Performs safe delivery of meal trays to patients. Criteria for Measurement - Demonstrates knowledge of safety protocols for various age groups when delivering trays: CHILD: does not leave child, under 5, unattended with tray or deliver hot beverages to this age group. ADULT/GERIATRIC: does not leave trays within reach of patients who appear disoriented confused. JOB FUNCTION - Takes verbal orders for meals for various age groups from nursing. Criteria for Measurement - INFANT/CHILD: determines appropriate food items for various ages - notes patient's age on pedi menus - offer finger food to toddlers, no coffee/tea under 15, etc. ADOLECENT/ADULT/GERIATRIC: consults with RD if uncertain what to send when taking telephone requests.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?dCIG6usL0Z6Ni9Mk%2f0yNGgf" width="0" height="0" />

**Dietetic Technician**

Supervises the provision of nutritional services for patients in assigned work area, communicating concerns to manager and/or dietitian. Works collaboratively with colleagues in clinical service unit teams and across the health system. Assists patients with menu selection using principles of good nutrition and limitations of diet order while promoting positive patient outcomes and enhanced patient satisfaction. Responsible for utilizing automated diet office system to prepare menus for tray service. Oversees production of meal service on tray line and is responsible for overseeing quality of items served. Acts as a resource to Nutrition Guest Representatives and conducts Service & Safety monitors overseeing compliance to departmental guidelines and standards of care. Contributes to department goal for excellence in all patient interactions. Works well with peers and maintains composure during stressful situations.

**Job Description**

- Visits patients of all ages daily, as assigned, for menu selections. All visits are conducted in a manner that contributes to positive patient outcomes and enhances patient satisfaction.
  
  - Utilizes all resources available (current diet, missing menu, unit manager, etc.) to ensure every effort is made to visit all patients for their meal selections.
  
  - All patient interactions advance department's goal for service excellence. All department scripting is followed.
  
  - Responsive to patient concerns/complaints: gathers supporting facts, makes notes for the record and reports incidents to manager. Acts independently; utilizing Culture of Service Excellence database for Service Recovery tools.
  
  - Use time effectively; works well under pressure.

- Utilizes automated diet office system.
  
  - Manages all EPIC/CBORD functions for processing meals, running reports, verifying diet orders, allergies, printing of tray tickets and tally sheets.
  
  - Competent with Room Service Choice application in both iPads and on desktop.
  
  - Works collaboratively with dietitians, nurses and unit coordinators to ensure all nutrition-related orders are entered into the computer accurately in a timely manner.

- Checks tray line daily for accuracy of menus and quality of food served to patients.
  
  - Tray line will be checked accurately, as noted by patient satisfaction surveys & as observed by tray line supervisor/manager.
  
  - Works collaboratively with tray line supervisor and cook to identify and correct food quality issues.

- Corrects patient menus to agree with diet orders, allergies, and patient-specific accommodations.
  
  - Menus reflect knowledge of therapeutic diet guidelines.
  
  - Menu message notes for specific accommodations for portion sizes, cut and fix, etc. are accurate.

- Prepares meal tickets for serving area in accordance with current diet order and all information on patient profile.
  
  - Tray tickets are accurate and message notes are properly highlighted.
  
  - Tray tickets and tally sheets are forwarded 30 minutes prior to start of tray line.

- Embraces technological solutions to work processes that enhance departmental practices, communication, and continuous learning.
  
  - Effectively utilizes systems: Outlook, Epic, CBORD, My Time, Health Stream, etc. Manages own time card. Monitors emails for communications.
  
  - Participates in continued learning; completes all mandatory education within expected time frames.

- Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
  
  - Observes Nutrition Guest Reps; completes compliance monitor a minimum of once weekly - 90% of the time.

- Contributes to department's goal for delivering quality services in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, and professional standards.
  
  - Participates in all performance improvement initiatives and champions new ideas.
  
  - Weekly test trays are conducted to monitor quality, accuracy, and patient satisfaction - 90% of the time.

- Follows procedures of food service handling standards; for safety and personal hygiene as required by the Department.
  
  - Hands are properly washed and/or sanitized - Before & After protocols are followed. Hair nets and gloves are worn when serving or working with food in kitchen.
  
  - Appearance conveys a professional image by adhering to department guidelines for diet office dress code.

**Non-Essential Functions**

- Other duties as required.

**Population Specific Competencies**

Goal: To identify population-specific competencies for direct and indirect patient care providers and provide a mechanism for assessing and evaluating age-specific competencies of staff on an annual basis.

- Performs safe delivery of meal trays to patients. Demonstrates knowledge of safety protocols for various age groups when delivering trays: 

  - Child: does not leave child under 5 unattended with tray or deliver hot beverages to this age group. 
  
  - Adult/Geriatric: does not leave trays within reach of patients who appear disoriented or confused.

- Takes verbal orders for meals for various age groups from nursing. 

  - Infant/Child: determines appropriate food items for various ages - notes patient's age on pedi menus - offers finger food to toddlers, no coffee/tea under 15, etc. 
  
  - Adolescent/Adult/Geriatric: consults with RD if uncertain what to send when taking telephone requests.

NUTRITION COORDINATOR

Job Description Summary At South Shore Hospital, neurosurgery patients are cared for most often on Pratt 6 North. Patients can be treated for many head or brain related issues such as brain and spine tumors, trauma, degenerative spine disorders, and hydrocephalus. As the only Level II trauma center in southeast Massachusetts, this unit is equipped to perform complex spinal and cranial surgery when every second counts. Job Description Pratt 6 North Patient Population: As an RN on the Pratt 6 North unit, you can expect to care for patients with critical neuro-related ailments or injuries. Many patients on this floor require round the clock monitoring and have conditions where quick assessment and action is crucial. Common procedures and treatments: <ul><li> Stroke </li><li> Tumors (including brain, pituitary and spinal) </li><li>Brain hemorrhage</li><li> Adult onset hydrocephalus </li><li> Head trauma </li><li> Chiari malformation </li><li> Concussion </li><li> Herniated disc (s) (cervical & lumbar) </li><li> Lumbar stenosis </li><li> Degenerative disk disease(s) </li><li> Spinal fracture </li><li> Sports-related head and spine injury </li><li> Advanced chronic pain </li><li> Trigeminal neuralgia </li><li> Ulnar nerve palsy </li></ul> An RN joining the Pratt 6 North team MUST have the following skills, certifications, or specific experience: 1. RN license from accredited Nursing School 2. ACLS certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained) 3. At least 6 months' experience practicing as an acute care, bedside RN (new grads withou t ex p erience are encouraged to apply to SSH's new grad program ) 4. At least 6 months' experience with Telemetry (including interpreting rhythms) 5. TCARR (Trauma Care After Resuscitation) (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained) 6. ERT (Emergency Response Training) (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained) Although not required , many skills, certifications, and/ or previous experiences would greatly benefit an RN looking to join this team. If you have any of the following, you would be at a significant advantage for training into this unit at South Shore Hospital: 1. Previous Neurosurgery experience in an acute in-patient setting 2. Previous use of the Epic healthcare system 3. Experience with the following treatments or equipment: <ul><li> - Brain or spinal surgery recovery </li><li> - Ventriculoperitoneal shunts </li><li> - Stereotactic radiation therapy </li><li> - Spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain </li><li> - Intrathecal Baclofen pump for muscle spasticity </li></ul> Other Job Descriptors: 1. Medication Administration<ul><li>a. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications.</li><li>b. Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure.</li><li>c. Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy and resolves narcotic discrepancy.</li></ul> 2. Plan of care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient.<ul><li>a. Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes.</li><li>b. Initiating admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization.</li><li>c. Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice.</li><li>d. Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines) and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI)</li><li>e. Assess/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy.</li><li>f. Works on behalf of patient /family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves.</li><li>g. Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions.</li><li>h. Actively communicates plan of day via white board updating every shift.</li><li>i. Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00pm, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command.</li></ul>3. Safety/Quality - Foster's a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.<ul><li>a. Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimen's an documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment and consent.</li><li>b. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.</li><li>c. Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times.</li><li>d. Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness.</li></ul>4. Professional Development: Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice.<ul><li>a. Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice.</li><li>b. Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel as assigned.</li><li>c. Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change.</li><li>d. Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace.</li><li>e. Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command.</li><li>f. Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure.</li></ul>5. Technology: Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices.<ul><li>a. Access Lotus Notes to review email, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role.</li><li>b. Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards.</li><li>c. Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime.</li></ul>6. Compliance<ul><li>a. Works within legal, regulatory and ethical standards relevant to the position.</li><li>b. Complies with applicable policies and procedures.</li><li>c. Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH's privacy and security programs.</li><li>d. Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP.</li><li>e. Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs.</li></ul>7. Patient and Family Centered Care<ul><li>a. Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.</li><li>b. Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team.</li><li>c. Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care.</li><li>d. Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit.</li></ul>8. Age & Culture<ul><li>a. Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness.</li><li>b. Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.</li><li>c. Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed.</li><li>d. Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources.</li></ul>Minimum Education <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing</li></ul>Minimum Work Experience<ul><li>Previous Acute Care RN experience (at least 6 months)</li></ul> Required Licenses/Certifications<ul><li> RN - Registered Nurse </li><li> Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification </li><li> Emergency Response Training Certification </li><li> Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required </li></ul> <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?yf3ye2xvXuGpukUnTEl%2bCQa" width="0" height="0" />

**Neurosurgery RN - Pratt 6 North**

At South Shore Hospital, neurosurgery patients are cared for most often on Pratt 6 North. Patients can be treated for many head or brain-related issues such as brain and spine tumors, trauma, degenerative spine disorders, and hydrocephalus. As the only Level II trauma center in southeast Massachusetts, this unit is equipped to perform complex spinal and cranial surgery when every second counts.

**Job Description**

- As an RN on the Pratt 6 North unit, you can expect to care for patients with critical neuro-related ailments or injuries. Many patients on this floor require round-the-clock monitoring and have conditions where quick assessment and action is crucial.

**Common procedures and treatments:**

- Stroke
- Tumors (including brain, pituitary, and spinal)
- Brain hemorrhage
- Adult onset hydrocephalus
- Head trauma
- Chiari malformation
- Concussion
- Herniated disc(s) (cervical & lumbar)
- Lumbar stenosis
- Degenerative disk disease(s)
- Spinal fracture
- Sports-related head and spine injury
- Advanced chronic pain
- Trigeminal neuralgia
- Ulnar nerve palsy

**Requirements**

- RN license from an accredited Nursing School
- ACLS certification (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained)
- At least 6 months' experience practicing as an acute care, bedside RN (new grads without experience are encouraged to apply to SSH's new grad program)
- At least 6 months' experience with Telemetry (including interpreting rhythms)
- TCARR (Trauma Care After Resuscitation) (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained)
- ERT (Emergency Response Training) (must obtain within 6 months of hire if not already obtained)

Although not required, many skills, certifications, and/or previous experiences would greatly benefit an RN looking to join this team. If you have any of the following, you would be at a significant advantage for training into this unit at South Shore Hospital:

- Previous Neurosurgery experience in an acute in-patient setting
- Previous use of the Epic healthcare system
- Experience with the following treatments or equipment:
  - Brain or spinal surgery recovery
  - Ventriculoperitoneal shunts
  - Stereotactic radiation therapy
  - Spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain
  - Intrathecal Baclofen pump for muscle spasticity

**Other Job Descriptors**

1. **Medication Administration**
   - Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications.
   - Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure.
   - Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy, and resolves narcotic discrepancy.

2. **Plan of Care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience**
   - Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient.
   - Develops, evaluates, and updates individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes.
   - Initiates admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization.
   - Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice.
   - Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit-based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines), and nurse-sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI).
   - Assesses/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy.
   - Works on behalf of patient/family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves.
   - Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions.
   - Actively communicates plan of day via whiteboard updating every shift.
   - Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00 pm, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command.

3. **Safety/Quality**
   - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
   - Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimens, and documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment, and consent.
   - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times, and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.
   - Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times.
   - Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness.

4. **Professional Development**
   - Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidence-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice.
   - Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice.
   - Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel as assigned.
   - Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change.
   - Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace.
   - Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, selects appropriate solutions, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command.
   - Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure.

5. **Technology**
   - Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices.
   - Accesses Lotus Notes to review email, learning management, and other resources as applicable to RN role.
   - Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards.
   - Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime.

6. **Compliance**
   - Works within legal, regulatory, and ethical standards relevant to the position.
   - Complies with applicable policies and procedures.
   - Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee complies with policies and procedures relating to SSH's privacy and security programs.
   - Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director, or VP.
   - Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy, and security programs.

7. **Patient and Family Centered Care**
   - Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.
   - Recognizes the patient and family according to patient preferences as important members of the health care team.
   - Collaborates with the patient and family according to patient preferences in planning, implementing, and evaluating care.
   - Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit.

8. **Age & Culture**
   - Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness.
   - Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.
   - Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed.
   - Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services such as interpreter services and online sources.

**Minimum Education**

- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

**Minimum Work Experience**

- Previous Acute Care RN experience (at least 6 months)

**Required Licenses/Certifications**

- RN - Registered Nurse
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Emergency Response Training Certification
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required

RN - Neuro Med-Sug Unit - 36hrs/week 7pm-7:30am x3 - full time

Job Description SummaryManages individualized, outcome oriented nursing care through the use of the nursing process. Provides care, treatment and services through the successful coordination and completion of a series of processes that include assessment, planning care, providing care, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and proceduresJob Description1. Medication Administration a. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications. b. Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure. c. Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy and resolves narcotic discrepancy. 2. Plan of care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient. a. Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes. b. Initiating admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization. c. Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice. d. Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines) and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI) e. Assess/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy. f. Works on behalf of patient /family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves. g. Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions. h. Actively communicates plan of day via white board updating every shift. i. Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00pm, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command. 3. Safety/Quality - Foster's a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a. Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimen's an documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment and consent. b. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access. c. Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times. d. Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness. 4. Professional Development: Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice. a. Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice. b. Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel as assigned. c. Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change. d. Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace. e. Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command. f. Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure. 5. Technology: Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices. a. Access Lotus Notes to review email, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role. b. Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards. c. Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime. 6. Compliance a. Works within legal, regulatory and ethical standards relevant to the position. b. Complies with applicable policies and procedures. c. Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH's privacy and security programs. d. Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP. e. Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs. 7. Patient and Family Centered Care a. Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family. b. Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team. c. Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care. d. Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit. 8. Age & Culture a. Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness. b. Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact. c. Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed. d. Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources. Minimum Education - Preferred Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Minimum Work Experience Previous Acute Care RN experience preferredRequired Licenses/Certifications RN - Registered Nurse Depending on department Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, Emergency Response Training Certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?aVsjAtHBoXCs3Wm8Dxi%2bJgb" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse**

Manages individualized, outcome-oriented nursing care through the use of the nursing process. Provides care, treatment, and services through the successful coordination and completion of a series of processes that include assessment, planning care, and providing care, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.

**Job Description**

- Medication Administration
  - Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications.
  - Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure.
  - Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy, and resolves narcotic discrepancy.

- Plan of Care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience
  - Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient.
  - Develops, evaluates, and updates individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes.
  - Initiates admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization.
  - Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice.
  - Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit-based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines), and nurse-sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI).
  - Assesses/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy.
  - Works on behalf of patient/family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves.
  - Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions.
  - Actively communicates plan of day via whiteboard updating every shift.
  - Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00 PM, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command.

- Safety/Quality
  - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
  - Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimens, and documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment, and consent.
  - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times, and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access.
  - Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times.
  - Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness.

- Professional Development
  - Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidence-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice.
  - Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice.
  - Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel as assigned.
  - Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change.
  - Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace.
  - Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, selects appropriate solutions, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command.
  - Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure.

- Technology
  - Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices.
  - Accesses Lotus Notes to review email, learning management, and other resources as applicable to RN role.
  - Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards.
  - Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime.

- Compliance
  - Works within legal, regulatory, and ethical standards relevant to the position.
  - Complies with applicable policies and procedures.
  - Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee complies with policies and procedures relating to SSH's privacy and security programs.
  - Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director, or VP.
  - Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy, and security programs.

- Patient and Family Centered Care
  - Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family.
  - Recognizes the patient and family according to patient preferences as important members of the health care team.
  - Collaborates with the patient and family according to patient preferences in planning, implementing, and evaluating care.
  - Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit.

- Age & Culture
  - Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness.
  - Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact.
  - Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services for diverse populations as needed.
  - Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services such as interpreter services and online sources.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Previous Acute Care RN experience preferred
- RN - Registered Nurse

**Licenses/Certifications**

- Depending on department: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, Emergency Response Training Certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required.

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