Description CHRISTUS Mother Frances in Sulphur Springs, Texas, is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon in an established service line in a growing community. CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic: <ul><li>The area's preferred multi-specialty medical group</li><li>Over 1400 physicians and advanced practice providers representing 41 specialties in 82 clinic locations </li><li>A physician-led group with its own board of directors</li><li>A national leader in patient satisfaction and quality initiatives</li><li>A faith-based, not-for-profit organization</li></ul>Highlights/ Benefits:<ul><li>Competitive compensation and excellent benefits</li><li>Large Primary Care referral base</li><li>Malpractice coverage with tail insurance</li><li>No state income tax</li><li>Relocation assistance</li></ul>Community Description:<ul><li>Easy drive to Dallas, TX (75 miles), Tyler (62 miles) and Shreveport (141 miles) </li><li>Vibrant downtown, parks, sports fields, and country club</li><li>Excellent public schools in a caring community</li></ul>RecruiterLorie SealsRecruiter Contact Information:Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at . <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?%2bYLd8HQrsuwX20yMi2iGNgz" width="0" height="0" />

**Orthopedic Surgeon**

CHRISTUS Mother Frances in Sulphur Springs, Texas, is seeking an Orthopedic Surgeon in an established service line in a growing community.

**Job Description**

- Join the area's preferred multi-specialty medical group
- Be part of a physician-led group with its own board of directors
- Work in a national leader in patient satisfaction and quality initiatives
- Enjoy a faith-based, not-for-profit organization

**Benefits**

- Competitive compensation and excellent benefits
- Large primary care referral base
- Malpractice coverage with tail insurance
- No state income tax
- Relocation assistance

**Community Overview**

- Easy drive to Dallas, TX (75 miles), Tyler (62 miles), and Shreveport (141 miles)
- Vibrant downtown, parks, sports fields, and country club
- Excellent public schools in a caring community

Surgery - General Physician

UT Health East Texas is seeking a BE/BC Advanced Endoscopy Trained Gastroenterologist to join its practice at UT Quitman (35 miles north of Tyler, TX) and UT Pittsburg, TX (55 miles north of Tyler, TX).About Your Work:<ul><li>Join 8 physicians, 14 advanced providers and support staff</li><li>Supporting two rural Critical Access hospitals - 25 beds each</li><li>Full-time employed position</li><li>Both inpatient and outpatient services</li><li>20-30 patients expected per day</li><li>Opportunity to work with residents</li><li>Open to new graduates</li></ul> Recruitment Package may include:<ul><li>Base salary + wRVU production incentive</li><li>CME allowance</li><li>Sign-on bonus</li><li>Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans</li><li>Relocation allowance</li><li>Paid malpractice coverage</li><li>Health benefits + Retirement plan</li><li>Marketing + practice growth assistance</li><li>H-1B support</li><li>O-1 Support</li><li>Potential Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program</li></ul>About the Facilities:Both UT Health Pittsburg (constructed 2009) and UT Health Quitman (constructed 2013) are each 25-bed critical access hospitals offering 24-hour emergency designated as a Level IV trauma center and Level III Stroke Center; surgical suites, advanced diagnostic technology, sleep lab, and swing bed care to the communities they serve. Joint Commission Accredited, UT Health Pittsburg was recently named a "Top 123 Hospital of 2023" from The LeapFrog Group.UT Health East Texas is comprised of 10 hospitals, more than 90 clinics, the Olympic Plaza Tower, 13 regional rehabilitation facilities, two freestanding emergency centers, regional home health services covering 41 counties, an EMS fleet of more than 50 ambulances and four helicopters, and a comprehensive seven-trauma center care network, including the region's only Level 1 trauma facility. In 2024, we also added six Urgent Care clinics to our network. Our team includes nearly 400 employed providers and more than 7,000 team members.About the Communities: Located in the piney and hardwood forests of Northeast Texas, Pittsburg and Quitman (37 mi apart) are outstanding places to live, work, and raise a family. With expansive farmland and lush greenery- if you have a passion for the outdoors, Quitman and Pittsburg are great upper east Texas picks. There are a number of parks including proximity to two state parks, great camping locales, and numerous lakes offering an abundance of water sports. Residents enjoy Pittsburg's fun festivals including its Texas Hot Link Festival, Pioneer Days, and Pittsburg Rodeo- while Quitman draws crowds for its Quitman Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. If historic buildings and homes are your preference, along with antique shopping, and museums: Pittsburg and Quitman are worth a visit. For those looking for larger city entertainment, Tyler (fastest growing region in Texas) is just 35 mi from Quitman and 55 mi Pittsburg, while Dallas is within 90 mi of Quitman and 120 miles of Pittsburg.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?Tg0H4zMXbhV90ZFKxEivigy" width="0" height="0" />

**Advanced Endoscopy Trained Gastroenterologist**

UT Health East Texas is seeking a BE/BC Advanced Endoscopy Trained Gastroenterologist to join its practice at UT Quitman (35 miles north of Tyler, TX) and UT Pittsburg, TX (55 miles north of Tyler, TX).

**Job Description**

- Join 8 physicians, 14 advanced providers, and support staff
- Supporting two rural Critical Access hospitals - 25 beds each
- Full-time employed position
- Both inpatient and outpatient services
- 20-30 patients expected per day
- Opportunity to work with residents
- Open to new graduates

**Benefits**

- Base salary + wRVU production incentive
- CME allowance
- Sign-on bonus
- Medical debt assistance + consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
- Relocation allowance
- Paid malpractice coverage
- Health benefits + retirement plan
- Marketing + practice growth assistance
- H-1B support
- O-1 support
- Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

**Community Overview**

Located in the piney and hardwood forests of Northeast Texas, Pittsburg and Quitman (37 miles apart) are outstanding places to live, work, and raise a family. With expansive farmland and lush greenery, if you have a passion for the outdoors, Quitman and Pittsburg are great upper east Texas picks. There are a number of parks including proximity to two state parks, great camping locales, and numerous lakes offering an abundance of water sports. Residents enjoy Pittsburg's fun festivals including its Texas Hot Link Festival, Pioneer Days, and Pittsburg Rodeo, while Quitman draws crowds for its Quitman Arboretum and Botanical Gardens. If historic buildings and homes are your preference, along with antique shopping and museums, Pittsburg and Quitman are worth a visit. For those looking for larger city entertainment, Tyler (the fastest growing region in Texas) is just 35 miles from Quitman and 55 miles from Pittsburg, while Dallas is within 90 miles of Quitman and 120 miles of Pittsburg.

Advanced Endoscopy Trained Gastroenterologist UT Health East Texas Sign-On/Relocation

Description Summary: Provides care under supervision of physician or registered nurses for clinic patients, according to established standards and practices. Performs various lab procedures when necessary and in accordance with competency. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Under the direction of the physician; performs basic patient care duties including, but not limited to, obtaining vital signs, weighing patients, and collecting specimens including phlebotomy (specific to site). Assists provider(s) in examination and treatment of patients and with procedures. Assist with patient flow through the clinic. Answers phone/records phone messages, and assists provider(s) with patient related calls. Assists in scheduling test appointment, results and pre-certification. Documents any information related to patient. Assists provider(s) with medication refills. Administers medications/immunizations according to provider order. Cleans and restocks exam rooms. Cleans equipment in accordance with policy. Orders stock supplies from supply department (specific to site maintains sterile technique and utilizes universal protocol. Performs routine clerical duties assigned, including but not limited to locating patient charts, filing and the completion of routine forms. Attends/completes required meetings and in-service training and performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: CERT LVN License in state of employment or compact BLS Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?dangMEdyKOwEOiGPu2umAAb" width="0" height="0" />

**Clinic Patient Care Provider**

Provides care under the supervision of a physician or registered nurses for clinic patients, according to established standards and practices. Performs various lab procedures when necessary and in accordance with competency.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Under the direction of the physician, performs basic patient care duties including, but not limited to, obtaining vital signs, weighing patients, and collecting specimens including phlebotomy (specific to site).
- Assists provider(s) in examination and treatment of patients and with procedures.
- Assists with patient flow through the clinic.
- Answers phone/records phone messages, and assists provider(s) with patient-related calls.
- Assists in scheduling test appointments, results, and pre-certification.
- Documents any information related to patients.
- Assists provider(s) with medication refills.
- Administers medications/immunizations according to provider order.
- Cleans and restocks exam rooms.
- Cleans equipment in accordance with policy.
- Orders stock supplies from the supply department (specific to site) and maintains sterile technique while utilizing universal protocol.
- Performs routine clerical duties assigned, including but not limited to locating patient charts, filing, and the completion of routine forms.
- Attends/completes required meetings and in-service training and performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Certified LVN License in the state of employment or compact
- BLS

**Work Type**

Full Time

LVN, Licensed Vocational Nurse Clinic - Sulphur Springs Specialty OBGYN Hiring Incentive Available

Description Summary: The RN 1 Act MdSg B MFH SulSpg A is responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. Provides professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of patients. Prepares equipment and assists physician during examinations and treatments. Administers prescribed medications, changes dressings, cleans wounds, and monitors patient vital signs. Observes and maintains records on patient care, condition, reaction, and progress. Provide direct care through compassion, excellence and efficiency. Adhere to American Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Nurses Evaluate own practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules and regulation. Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Minimum requirement is an Associate Degree in Nursing; Bachelor's degree is preferred. Active GN permit or Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN RN License in state of employment or compact Graduate Nurse Permit Associates with an unsuccessful licensure application or on the 75th day following the effective date of the temporary permit; will be transferred to another position within CHRISTUS Health. BLS Certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Work Type: Full Time Additional Questions Please Contact: thomas.yateschristushealth.org EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?d9T1Oey2hMsoVHBl63uWYgs" width="0" height="0" />

**RN 1 Act MdSg B MFH SulSpg A**

The RN 1 Act MdSg B MFH SulSpg A is responsible for patient assessment, patient care planning, and provision of quality nursing care to an assigned group of patients for a defined work period. This role provides professional nursing care for the comfort and well-being of patients. The RN prepares equipment and assists physicians during examinations and treatments. They administer prescribed medications, change dressings, clean wounds, and monitor patient vital signs. The RN observes and maintains records on patient care, condition, reaction, and progress. Direct care is provided through compassion, excellence, and efficiency. The RN adheres to the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Nurses and evaluates their own practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules, and regulations.

**Job Description**

- Responsible for patient assessment, care planning, and provision of quality nursing care
- Prepares equipment and assists physician during examinations and treatments
- Administers prescribed medications, changes dressings, cleans wounds, and monitors patient vital signs
- Observes and maintains records on patient care, condition, reaction, and progress
- Provides direct care through compassion, excellence, and efficiency
- Adheres to the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Nurses
- Evaluates own practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing
- Minimum requirement is an Associate Degree in Nursing; Bachelor's degree is preferred
- Active GN permit or six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN
- RN License in state of employment or compact
- BLS Certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

**Work Type**

- Full Time

RN, Registered Nurse - Med/Surg

Description Summary: Provides care under supervision of physician or registered nurses for clinic patients, according to established standards and practices. Performs various lab procedures when necessary and in accordance with competency. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Under the direction of the physician; performs basic patient care duties including, but not limited to, obtaining vital signs, weighing patients, and collecting specimens including phlebotomy (specific to site). Assists provider(s) in examination and treatment of patients and with procedures. Assist with patient flow through the clinic. Answers phone/records phone messages, and assists provider(s) with patient related calls. Assists in scheduling test appointment, results and pre-certification. Documents any information related to patient. Assists provider(s) with medication refills. Administers medications/immunizations according to provider order. Cleans and restocks exam rooms. Cleans equipment in accordance with policy. Orders stock supplies from supply department (specific to site maintains sterile technique and utilizes universal protocol. Performs routine clerical duties assigned, including but not limited to locating patient charts, filing and the completion of routine forms. Attends/completes required meetings and in-service training and performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: CERT LVN License in state of employment or compact BLS Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?ZPlbaVaTlhE91q0AWp505gl" width="0" height="0" />

**Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)**

Provides care under the supervision of a physician or registered nurses for clinic patients, according to established standards and practices. Performs various lab procedures when necessary and in accordance with competency.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Under the direction of the physician, performs basic patient care duties including, but not limited to, obtaining vital signs, weighing patients, and collecting specimens including phlebotomy (specific to site).
- Assists provider(s) in examination and treatment of patients and with procedures.
- Assists with patient flow through the clinic.
- Answers phone/records phone messages, and assists provider(s) with patient-related calls.
- Assists in scheduling test appointments, results, and pre-certification.
- Documents any information related to patients.
- Assists provider(s) with medication refills.
- Administers medications/immunizations according to provider order.
- Cleans and restocks exam rooms.
- Cleans equipment in accordance with policy.
- Orders stock supplies from the supply department (specific to site) and maintains sterile technique while utilizing universal protocol.
- Performs routine clerical duties assigned, including but not limited to locating patient charts, filing, and the completion of routine forms.
- Attends/completes required meetings and in-service training and performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Certified LVN License in the state of employment or compact
- BLS certification

**Work Type**

- Full Time

LVN, Licensed Vocational Nurse Clinic - Sulphur Springs Specialty ENT Hiring Incentive Available

Description Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, in accordance with patient treatment plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Meets expectations for flexibility of assignment within the ministry. Proactively provide assignment availability on a regular basis. Able to be assigned to more than one unit. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with their level of practice. Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, family members and/or caregivers; identify issues and resources. CORE COMPETENCIES Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process Uses critical thinking skills to assess the basic physical, psychosocial, social, cultural, spiritual and development needs of patients and families. Communicates findings to appropriate healthcare team members. Develops and uses a specific plan of care and modifies it to meet individual patient needs using evidence-based practice. Implements patient care and therapeutic procedures; monitors and documents progression of treatment and teaching goals. Evaluate the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient's response to the care and treatment(s). Performs timely reassessment and documentation. Must be able to perform unit-specific competencies based on the specific patient care need for the designated unit's patient population. Standard II. Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow. Utilizes appropriate systems of communication and tools to facilitate the discharge process. Coaches on tools and techniques for checking, cross-checking, and validating orders to ensure accuracy. Standard III. Unit Operations Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift. Demonstrates good stewardship in the proper use and maintenance of equipment and Supplies. Assesses departmental staffing needs; actively participates in resourcing efforts. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Standard IV. Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations Incorporates patient safety practices/guidelines to promote a safe environment, resulting in positive patient outcomes. Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities. Provides evidence-based nursing care. Communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Knowledge of federal, state, and local healthcare-related laws and regulations; ability to comply with these in healthcare practices and activities. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Clinical Policies and Standards Follows a specific set of standards and associated clinical procedures. Analyzes policy and standards documentation and ensures organizational compliance. Provides feedback for improvement of procedures. Assists in the development and implementation of specific procedures. Works with control and monitoring mechanisms, tools, and techniques. Health Information Documentation Shares experiences with maintaining paper and electronic patient documentation. Walk through the steps and procedures for receiving, validating, and updating patient records. Describes the flow of information between various stations or units. Discusses the functions, features, and document flow of electronic documentation. Transcribes verbal orders; explains techniques for ensuring their accuracy. Explains health information documentation best practices and their rationale across health care practices. Medical Equipment Describes experience with basic medical equipment used in own unit or facility. Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques to resolve common equipment problems. Educates patients about the appropriate use of home medical equipment. Ensures that all equipment and related supplies are in proper working order prior to use to ensure patient safety. Inspects, troubleshoots, and evaluates incoming equipment. Medical Order Processing Shares experiences with processing medical orders for one or more groups of patients or conditions. Describes functions and features of the system used to enter, validate, update, and forward medical orders. Discusses common errors, their sources, and procedures for correcting. Explains considerations for entering and following standing orders. Differentiates between standing orders and preprinted orders and considerations for each. Patient Chart Reading and Interpretation Describes experiences in reading and interpreting patient charts for patients on the unit and under own care. Reviews patients' charts for completion and accuracy; identifies and alerts to mistakes or omissions. Recognizes unexpected readings and alerts nursing or medical staff. Relates examples of misreadings or misinterpretations and lessons learned. Reviews, discusses, and validates own interpretation with others. Patient Safety Shares experiences with ensuring safety for one or more patient groups or settings. Explains key features of safety guidelines and procedures for those groups and settings. Listens and responds to safety inquiries from patients and family members. Recognizes and addresses physiological and psychological signs of problems. Describes considerations for patients who can cause harm to self, versus harm to others. Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, and participates in immediate investigating, analysis, and reporting in real time. Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred. 2 years of combined experience required in MedSurg and either Critical Care or Emergency Department required. BLS required. RN License in state of employment or compact required. Work Type: Per Diem As Needed EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NoZD4O9Dg3BZUO5PxHQRnQq" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse**

The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, in accordance with patient treatment plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Meets expectations for flexibility of assignment within the ministry.
- Proactively provides assignment availability on a regular basis.
- Able to be assigned to more than one unit.
- Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
- Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with their level of practice.
- Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
- Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
- Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, family members, and/or caregivers; identifies issues and resources.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
- 2 years of combined experience required in MedSurg and either Critical Care or Emergency Department required.
- BLS required.
- RN License in state of employment or compact required.

**Work Type**

Per Diem As Needed

RN, Registered Nurse Float I - Float Pool

Description Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, in accordance with patient treatment plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Meets expectations for flexibility of assignment within the ministry. Proactively provide assignment availability on a regular basis. Able to be assigned to more than one unit. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with their level of practice. Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, family members and/or caregivers; identify issues and resources. CORE COMPETENCIES Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process Uses critical thinking skills to assess the basic physical, psychosocial, social, cultural, spiritual and development needs of patients and families. Communicates findings to appropriate healthcare team members. Develops and uses a specific plan of care and modifies it to meet individual patient needs using evidence-based practice. Implements patient care and therapeutic procedures; monitors and documents progression of treatment and teaching goals. Evaluate the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient's response to the care and treatment(s). Performs timely reassessment and documentation. Must be able to perform unit-specific competencies based on the specific patient care need for the designated unit's patient population. Standard II. Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow. Utilizes appropriate systems of communication and tools to facilitate the discharge process. Coaches on tools and techniques for checking, cross-checking, and validating orders to ensure accuracy. Standard III. Unit Operations Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift. Demonstrates good stewardship in the proper use and maintenance of equipment and Supplies. Assesses departmental staffing needs; actively participates in resourcing efforts. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Standard IV. Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations Incorporates patient safety practices/guidelines to promote a safe environment, resulting in positive patient outcomes. Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities. Provides evidence-based nursing care. Communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Knowledge of federal, state, and local healthcare-related laws and regulations; ability to comply with these in healthcare practices and activities. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Clinical Policies and Standards Follows a specific set of standards and associated clinical procedures. Analyzes policy and standards documentation and ensures organizational compliance. Provides feedback for improvement of procedures. Assists in the development and implementation of specific procedures. Works with control and monitoring mechanisms, tools, and techniques. Health Information Documentation Shares experiences with maintaining paper and electronic patient documentation. Walk through the steps and procedures for receiving, validating, and updating patient records. Describes the flow of information between various stations or units. Discusses the functions, features, and document flow of electronic documentation. Transcribes verbal orders; explains techniques for ensuring their accuracy. Explains health information documentation best practices and their rationale across health care practices. Medical Equipment Describes experience with basic medical equipment used in own unit or facility. Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques to resolve common equipment problems. Educates patients about the appropriate use of home medical equipment. Ensures that all equipment and related supplies are in proper working order prior to use to ensure patient safety. Inspects, troubleshoots, and evaluates incoming equipment. Medical Order Processing Shares experiences with processing medical orders for one or more groups of patients or conditions. Describes functions and features of the system used to enter, validate, update, and forward medical orders. Discusses common errors, their sources, and procedures for correcting. Explains considerations for entering and following standing orders. Differentiates between standing orders and preprinted orders and considerations for each. Patient Chart Reading and Interpretation Describes experiences in reading and interpreting patient charts for patients on the unit and under own care. Reviews patients' charts for completion and accuracy; identifies and alerts to mistakes or omissions. Recognizes unexpected readings and alerts nursing or medical staff. Relates examples of misreadings or misinterpretations and lessons learned. Reviews, discusses, and validates own interpretation with others. Patient Safety Shares experiences with ensuring safety for one or more patient groups or settings. Explains key features of safety guidelines and procedures for those groups and settings. Listens and responds to safety inquiries from patients and family members. Recognizes and addresses physiological and psychological signs of problems. Describes considerations for patients who can cause harm to self, versus harm to others. Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, and participates in immediate investigating, analysis, and reporting in real time. Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred. 2 years of combined experience required in MedSurg and either Critical Care or Emergency Department required. BLS required. RN License in state of employment or compact required. Work Type: Per Diem As Needed EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?9wnt4N1Lf5UhFdVUhUADYQb" width="0" height="0" />

Description Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, in accordance with patient treatment plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Meets expectations for flexibility of assignment within the ministry. Proactively provide assignment availability on a regular basis. Able to be assigned to more than one unit. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with their level of practice. Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, family members and/or caregivers; identify issues and resources. CORE COMPETENCIES Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process Uses critical thinking skills to assess the basic physical, psychosocial, social, cultural, spiritual and development needs of patients and families. Communicates findings to appropriate healthcare team members. Develops and uses a specific plan of care and modifies it to meet individual patient needs using evidence-based practice. Implements patient care and therapeutic procedures; monitors and documents progression of treatment and teaching goals. Evaluate the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient's response to the care and treatment(s). Performs timely reassessment and documentation. Must be able to perform unit-specific competencies based on the specific patient care need for the designated unit's patient population. Standard II. Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow. Utilizes appropriate systems of communication and tools to facilitate the discharge process. Coaches on tools and techniques for checking, cross-checking, and validating orders to ensure accuracy. Standard III. Unit Operations Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift. Demonstrates good stewardship in the proper use and maintenance of equipment and Supplies. Assesses departmental staffing needs; actively participates in resourcing efforts. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Standard IV. Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations Incorporates patient safety practices/guidelines to promote a safe environment, resulting in positive patient outcomes. Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities. Provides evidence-based nursing care. Communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care. Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry. Knowledge of federal, state, and local healthcare-related laws and regulations; ability to comply with these in healthcare practices and activities. TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Clinical Policies and Standards Follows a specific set of standards and associated clinical procedures. Analyzes policy and standards documentation and ensures organizational compliance. Provides feedback for improvement of procedures. Assists in the development and implementation of specific procedures. Works with control and monitoring mechanisms, tools, and techniques. Health Information Documentation Shares experiences with maintaining paper and electronic patient documentation. Walk through the steps and procedures for receiving, validating, and updating patient records. Describes the flow of information between various stations or units. Discusses the functions, features, and document flow of electronic documentation. Transcribes verbal orders; explains techniques for ensuring their accuracy. Explains health information documentation best practices and their rationale across health care practices. Medical Equipment Describes experience with basic medical equipment used in own unit or facility. Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques to resolve common equipment problems. Educates patients about the appropriate use of home medical equipment. Ensures that all equipment and related supplies are in proper working order prior to use to ensure patient safety. Inspects, troubleshoots, and evaluates incoming equipment. Medical Order Processing Shares experiences with processing medical orders for one or more groups of patients or conditions. Describes functions and features of the system used to enter, validate, update, and forward medical orders. Discusses common errors, their sources, and procedures for correcting. Explains considerations for entering and following standing orders. Differentiates between standing orders and preprinted orders and considerations for each. Patient Chart Reading and Interpretation Describes experiences in reading and interpreting patient charts for patients on the unit and under own care. Reviews patients' charts for completion and accuracy; identifies and alerts to mistakes or omissions. Recognizes unexpected readings and alerts nursing or medical staff. Relates examples of misreadings or misinterpretations and lessons learned. Reviews, discusses, and validates own interpretation with others. Patient Safety Shares experiences with ensuring safety for one or more patient groups or settings. Explains key features of safety guidelines and procedures for those groups and settings. Listens and responds to safety inquiries from patients and family members. Recognizes and addresses physiological and psychological signs of problems. Describes considerations for patients who can cause harm to self, versus harm to others. Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, and participates in immediate investigating, analysis, and reporting in real time. Job Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred. BLS required. RN License in state of employment or compact required. Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Per Diem As Needed EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?DXsKf5SWY3BVJKUwNEW%2b4Qm" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse**

The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, in accordance with patient treatment plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Meets expectations for flexibility of assignment within the ministry.
- Proactively provides assignment availability on a regular basis.
- Able to be assigned to more than one unit.
- Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
- Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with their level of practice.
- Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
- Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
- Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, family members, and/or caregivers; identifies issues and resources.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
- BLS required.
- RN License in state of employment or compact required.

**Work Schedule**

- TBD

**Work Type**

- Per Diem As Needed

RN, Registered Nurse Float I - General ICU

Description Summary: Under supervision, the incumbent of this position provides professional nursing care to clinic patients. Works collaboratively with the providers within the team setting to facilitate quality care for the patient. Responsibilities: Performs general nursing care to patients. Administers treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients. Observes, records, and reports patients' condition and reaction to drugs or treatments to providers. Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Maintains timely flow of patients. Greets patients and obtains well-documented history and vitals. Prepares patients for physical exam. Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests. May perform the following tasks in accordance with established procedures and as prescribed by applicable licensure/certification: Obtain/record vital signs; perform initial assessment on patient; coordinate patient transfer to hospital and/or discharge; give telephone orders; accept telephone test results; perform telephone triage; call in provider approved prescription refills; specimen collection including stool and urine midstream; catheterize patient; indwelling catheter urine collection; obtain throat culture; pregnancy testing; administer urine dip; obtain wound culture; perform snellen vision screening; eye injury management; administer optic/otic meds; assist with lumbar punctures; sputum collection; occult blood testing; assist with vaginal exam; teach crutch/cane walking; teach use of walker; apply Velcro splint; assist with plaster splint; apply moist heat and/or cold packs; administer enema; remove fecal impaction; administer oxygen; teach respiratory hygiene; administer chest physiotherapy; perform oral suction and/or infant suction bulb; wound care; apply sterile dressing; assist with circumcision; perform umbilical care; apply colloidal dressing; open sterile tray; apply topical medications; administer rectal and/or vaginal medications; give oral medications; and, give sublingual medications to adults and/or pediatric patients. May perform the following tasks only if appropriate training has been obtained: Blood collection by lancet; pulse oximetry; incentive Spirometry; suture and/or staple removal; ear irrigation; administer breathing treatment; give allergy/insulin/immunization medications to adult and/or pediatric patients; give intramuscular and/or subcutaneous injections to adult and/or pediatric patients; give injections Z track to adult patients. May perform the following tasks after providing verification of completion of special training: Blood collection venipuncture; audiometry exam; titmus vision screening; EKG; administer electrical stimulation; assist/process biopsies; draw blood from portocath; assist endoscopy, start saline lock or IV fluids and monitor IV fluids. May administer IV push medications and/or add medications to IV only after completion of special training and only under direct supervision of licensed practitioner. May make arrangements for patient testing and admissions. May be required to have a working knowledge of ICD9, CPT and HCPCS coding and managed care. Responds to incoming telephone calls and (per provider instructions) calls in refills and prescriptions to pharmacy. Per provider and/or established protocol, instructs patients and/or family with regard to medication and treatment and documents the same. Formulates and updates patient care plans. Orders, prepares, and inspects patient charts. Posts tests and examination results. Reviews patient's tests and examination results with provider; documents instructions and notifies patient. Maintains patient files, records and other information in a professional manner following policies and procedures regarding documentation. Ensures preparation of exam rooms including re-stocking of treatment areas. Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested. Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional licensure and affiliations. Follows the CHRISTUS Physician Group guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI). Maintains strict confidentiality. Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission. Maintains established CHRISTUS Physician Group policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control. Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission and Code of Ethics and supportive of CHRISTUS Physician Group's cultural diversity objectives. Supports and adheres to CPG Service Guarantee. Performs other related work as required. Requirements: CERT LVN License in state of employment or compact BLS Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?ZPlbaVaTlhEVQWXCFcsbcgl" width="0" height="0" />

**Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)**

Under supervision, the incumbent of this position provides professional nursing care to clinic patients. Works collaboratively with the providers within the team setting to facilitate quality care for the patient.

**Job Description**

- Performs general nursing care to patients.
- Administers treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
- Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
- Observes, records, and reports patients' condition and reaction to drugs or treatments to providers.
- Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
- Maintains timely flow of patients.
- Greets patients and obtains well-documented history and vitals.
- Prepares patients for physical exam.
- Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
- May perform various tasks in accordance with established procedures and as prescribed by applicable licensure/certification, including obtaining/recording vital signs, performing initial assessments, coordinating patient transfers, and administering medications.

**Requirements**

- Certified LVN License in state of employment or compact.
- BLS certification.

**Work Type**

- Full Time

**Additional Information**

Maintains strict confidentiality and follows the CHRISTUS Physician Group guidelines related to HIPAA. Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission and Code of Ethics. Supports and adheres to CPG Service Guarantee. Performs other related work as required.

LVN, Licensed Vocational Nurse - ER, Emergency Care

Description Summary: This position requires the skills and knowledge to provide direction, leadership and accountability for Medical Assistants. Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of direct, technical nursing care functions for acute, sub-acute, convalescent and chronic patients in accordance with nursing care plans and physicians' orders. Referral Coordinator who is responsible for coordinating all patient referrals, processes all requests for referral authorizations. Must be able to work cooperatively as a team member and demonstrate behaviors of trust and respect toward others including clinical support associates, non-clinical support associates, resident/faculty physicians, hospital associates and management. Responsibilities: As a Lead LVN - You will identify routine, urgent or emergency situations and follow procedures related to scheduling and obtaining proper referral/authorization for treatment. As the Lead LVN- Greet all patients as they arrive in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner; Demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of customer service principles, and departmental expectations regarding customer service. Show concern for patient problems and ensure comfort of the patient while waiting to be registered or seen by the provider. Document in the computer system all necessary demographic, insurance, and financial information. Compile or retrieve scheduled reports from computer system. As the Lead LVN- Assist physicians by preparing patients for an examination/treatment/procedure, assessing the patient's condition by documenting the patient history, vital signs, chief complaints, etc. Procedures may include but are not limited to, EKG, stress tests, casting, cast removal, suturing, Point of Care Testing, etc. Performing care coordination activities with patients including but not limited to chronic care management and transitional care management services. As the Lead LVN- Expedites the flow of authorization requests through the Managed Care System. Prepares requests for authorization of services by ensuring form completion, eligibility, verification, benefits, etc. Accurately enter referral information into the computer system with a thorough understanding of the correct system codes (type, status, procedure, etc). Performs care coordination activities, which include but are not limited to notifying patients and providers of authorization decisions and maintaining accurate tracking of services including follow through on the status of referrals. Coordinate the initiation of specific home health service, DME services diagnostics, etc. Administer specified medication (orally, intradermal, subcutaneous or intermuscular injection) and note time and amount in patient's chart. Observe each patient and report adverse reaction to medication or treatment to medical personnel in charge. Dress wounds, apply compresses, ice bags and hot water bottles. Assemble and use such equipment as catheters, and oxygen suppliers. Collect samples such as urine and sputum from patients for testing. Perform routine laboratory tests on samples. Sterilize equipment and supplies by following clinic policy. Maintains cleanliness of facility, exam rooms and instrumentation per practice and OSHA policies. Prepare exam rooms with necessary instruments. Order supplies per clinical standards. Document all incidents according to mandated rules and regulations and properly dispose of contaminated and disposable items. As the Lead LVN- Lead the Medical Assistants in each clinic with improving patient flow. Monitor workflow to ensure efficiency and timeliness. Initiate staffing changes and directing work tasks as necessary to manage fluctuating volumes. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned responsibilities in a manner that meets the age-specific and developmental needs of members served by the department. Appropriately adapts to assigned assessment, treatment, and/or service methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each member served. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements: CERT LVN License in state of employment or compact BLS Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information: We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?SSEqlZ4q5Ruei3TSZl6vAwy" width="0" height="0" />

**Lead LVN**

This position requires the skills and knowledge to provide direction, leadership, and accountability for Medical Assistants. Under general supervision, the Lead LVN performs a wide variety of direct, technical nursing care functions for acute, sub-acute, convalescent, and chronic patients in accordance with nursing care plans and physicians' orders. The Lead LVN is also responsible for coordinating all patient referrals and processing all requests for referral authorizations. Must be able to work cooperatively as a team member and demonstrate behaviors of trust and respect toward others including clinical support associates, non-clinical support associates, resident/faculty physicians, hospital associates, and management.

**Job Description**

- Identify routine, urgent, or emergency situations and follow procedures related to scheduling and obtaining proper referral/authorization for treatment.
- Greet all patients as they arrive in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner; demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of customer service principles and departmental expectations regarding customer service.
- Show concern for patient problems and ensure comfort of the patient while waiting to be registered or seen by the provider.
- Document in the computer system all necessary demographic, insurance, and financial information.
- Compile or retrieve scheduled reports from the computer system.
- Assist physicians by preparing patients for examination/treatment/procedure, assessing the patient's condition by documenting the patient history, vital signs, chief complaints, etc. Procedures may include but are not limited to EKG, stress tests, casting, cast removal, suturing, Point of Care Testing, etc.
- Perform care coordination activities with patients including but not limited to chronic care management and transitional care management services.
- Expedite the flow of authorization requests through the Managed Care System.
- Prepare requests for authorization of services by ensuring form completion, eligibility verification, benefits, etc.
- Accurately enter referral information into the computer system with a thorough understanding of the correct system codes (type, status, procedure, etc).
- Notify patients and providers of authorization decisions and maintain accurate tracking of services including follow-through on the status of referrals.
- Coordinate the initiation of specific home health service, DME services diagnostics, etc.
- Administer specified medication (orally, intradermal, subcutaneous or intramuscular injection) and note time and amount in the patient's chart.
- Observe each patient and report adverse reactions to medication or treatment to medical personnel in charge.
- Dress wounds, apply compresses, ice bags, and hot water bottles.
- Assemble and use such equipment as catheters and oxygen suppliers.
- Collect samples such as urine and sputum from patients for testing.
- Perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
- Sterilize equipment and supplies by following clinic policy.
- Maintain cleanliness of facility, exam rooms, and instrumentation per practice and OSHA policies.
- Prepare exam rooms with necessary instruments.
- Order supplies per clinical standards.
- Document all incidents according to mandated rules and regulations and properly dispose of contaminated and disposable items.
- Lead the Medical Assistants in each clinic with improving patient flow.
- Monitor workflow to ensure efficiency and timeliness.
- Initiate staffing changes and direct work tasks as necessary to manage fluctuating volumes.
- Demonstrate competence to perform assigned responsibilities in a manner that meets the age-specific and developmental needs of members served by the department.
- Appropriately adapt to assigned assessment, treatment, and/or service methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each member served.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Certified LVN License in state of employment or compact
- BLS

**Work Type**

Full Time