Description Summary:Under the guidance and direction of the Clinical Laboratory Lead, The Clinical Laboratory Scientist I performs routine laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating, and reporting of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment, assisting in the development of new procedures and protocols, may perform phlebotomy and other patient-oriented tasks, and may perform other related duties as requested or directed.Responsibilities: <ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li>Performs routine laboratory procedures in the primary section to which assigned about age or sex specific values. </li><li>Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment and makes minor repairs as necessary or notifies Bio-med as needed. </li><li>Must cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed. </li><li>Assures that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed. </li><li>Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures. </li><li>Utilizes the Laboratory Information System. </li><li>Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained. </li><li>Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required). </li><li>Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols. </li><li>Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department. </li><li>Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served. </li><li>Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health. </li><li>Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Job Requirements: Education/Skills<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (includes U.S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks)OREducation that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technologyORMeets the educational requirements of a Medical Laboratory Technician II (MLT-II)</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>No experience required for graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHSOROne year of approved clinical laboratory experience, which must include a clinical rotation through the following sections of the laboratory: Blood Banking, Microbiology, Chemistry, and Hematology, Immunology, and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S. or with an accredited laboratory within the last 5 yearsOR5 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)</li></ul>Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications<ul><li>Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS within 1 year of hire</li><li>If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current</li><li>Louisiana requires State Licensure</li><li>New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded)</li></ul>Work Schedule: TBDWork Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?HCLZ37K5hc4Hnor94ZS%2bqwt" width="0" height="0" />

**Clinical Laboratory Scientist I**

Under the guidance and direction of the Clinical Laboratory Lead, the Clinical Laboratory Scientist I performs routine laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating and reporting of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment, assisting in the development of new procedures and protocols, may perform phlebotomy and other patient-oriented tasks, and may perform other related duties as requested or directed.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Performs routine laboratory procedures in the primary section to which assigned about age or sex specific values.
- Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment and makes minor repairs as necessary or notifies Bio-med as needed.
- Must cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed.
- Assures that the laboratory's quality control program is properly followed.
- Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures.
- Utilizes the Laboratory Information System.
- Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained.
- Processes patient specimens, including collection, handling, and distribution always cognizant of minimal pediatric specimen volumes (when required).
- Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols.
- Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
- Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor's Degree or higher in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in the CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489 (includes U.S. Military laboratory training courses of at least 50 weeks) OR education that has been evaluated by an acceptable credentialing agency and deemed equivalent to a US Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science or medical technology OR meets the educational requirements of a Medical Laboratory Technician II (MLT-II).

- No experience required for graduates of a clinical laboratory training program approved or accredited by NAACLS, or other organizations approved by HHS OR one year of approved clinical laboratory experience, which must include a clinical rotation through the following sections of the laboratory: Blood Banking, Microbiology, Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, and Urinalysis/Body Fluids in the U.S. or with an accredited laboratory within the last 5 years OR 5 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT).

- Must possess Certification for MT, MLS, CLS, or MLT from ASCP, AMT, AAB, or HEW/HHS within 1 year of hire. If certification with an expiration date is held, the certification must be maintained and kept current. Louisiana requires State Licensure. New Graduate that is Board Certified or eligible (must complete Board Certification in 1 year of hire, Louisiana excluded).

**Work Schedule**

TBD

**Work Type**

Full Time

Medical Technologist / Clinical Laboratory Scientist job in Jasper TX

Description Summary: Responsible for the overall comprehensive care provided to the patients in the CHRISTUS SETX Health System. NP will coordinate care with the Medical Director utilizing training with the scope of their practice, conduct patient education and ensure accurate and timely documentation in accordance with the regulating agencies and organizational policy. Will also participate in community agencies and organizational policy; participate in community events and marketing opportunities involving the CHRISTUS SETX Health System. The NP will coordinate patient management and individualize a plan of care for each patient, working closely with the Medical Director and other team members. She/he will take medical histories, perform physical exams, order and interpret laboratory studies and provide treatment to patients with chronic diseases. Working closely with the RN and Medical Director to ensure follow up calls are made, assist in identifying additional visits or interventions that may be needed as well as managing/adjusting medications and educating patients. Requirements: Current Licensure through the Texas Board of Nursing OR Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas State Medical Board or the ability to obtain prior to employment Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment BLS obtained by the American Heart Association Work Type: Full Time Recruiter: Sandra Vasquez 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?mRhiH2qwqxoeV3a9GA06Iwf" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse Practitioner**

Responsible for the overall comprehensive care provided to the patients in the CHRISTUS SETX Health System. The Nurse Practitioner will coordinate care with the Medical Director utilizing training within the scope of their practice, conduct patient education, and ensure accurate and timely documentation in accordance with the regulating agencies and organizational policy. The NP will also participate in community agencies and organizational policy; participate in community events and marketing opportunities involving the CHRISTUS SETX Health System. The NP will coordinate patient management and individualize a plan of care for each patient, working closely with the Medical Director and other team members.

The NP will take medical histories, perform physical exams, order and interpret laboratory studies, and provide treatment to patients with chronic diseases. Working closely with the RN and Medical Director to ensure follow-up calls are made, assist in identifying additional visits or interventions that may be needed, as well as managing/adjusting medications and educating patients.

**Job Description**

- Coordinate care with the Medical Director utilizing training within the scope of practice
- Conduct patient education and ensure accurate and timely documentation
- Participate in community agencies and organizational policy
- Participate in community events and marketing opportunities
- Coordinate patient management and individualize a plan of care
- Take medical histories, perform physical exams, order and interpret laboratory studies
- Provide treatment to patients with chronic diseases
- Work closely with the RN and Medical Director to ensure follow-up calls are made
- Assist in identifying additional visits or interventions that may be needed
- Manage/adjust medications and educate patients

**Requirements**

- Current licensure through the Texas Board of Nursing OR Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas State Medical Board or the ability to obtain prior to employment
- Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment
- BLS obtained by the American Heart Association

**Work Type**

Full Time

NP, Nurse Practitioner/PA, Physician Assistant - Primary Rural Health

Description Summary: 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 direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric and pediatric patients. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Patient Care Planning Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment. Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference. Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur. Patient Care Provision Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan. Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs. Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate. Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure. Patient Care Evaluation Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team. Evaluates progress toward nursing goals and revises goals as needed on a weekly basis. Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis. Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis. Teaching Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching. Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs. Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed. Acts as role model for health care students and other team members. Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees. Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience. Patient Care Communication Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition. Maintains patient confidentiality. Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others. Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed. Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately. Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives. 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 patient 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 Evaluates the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient 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 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 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 resolves 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 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 mis-readings 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 to harm to self, versus harm to others Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, participates in immediate investigating, analysis and reporting in real time Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required 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 Work Schedule: TBD 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?NF4AUcxgCARjjTink2qyDwr" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse**

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 direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric, and pediatric patients.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment.
- Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference.
- Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur.
- Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan.
- Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs.
- Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate.
- Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.
- Completes nursing progress notes for assigned patients on a daily basis.
- Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis.
- Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching.
- Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs.
- Explains procedures, tests, and disease processes to patients and families as needed.
- Acts as a role model for health care students and other team members.
- Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees.
- Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience.
- Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others.
- Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.
- Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred.
- Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit.
- BLS required.
- 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.

**Work Schedule**

TBD

**Work Type**

Full Time

Registered Nurse I, ECC Emergency Care, Jasper - Full time

Description Summary: A Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. In addition, the Registered Professional Nurse prescribes, delegates, coordinates, supervises and evaluates patient teaching and the activities of the ancillary nursing personnel while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. The Registered Nurse is able to provide direct and indirect care to patients. Requirements: A. Education/Skills Graduate of a State Board School of Nursing or equivalent. B. Experience Six (6) months experience preferred. C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN : Emergency: Valid Registered RN license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas. AHA BLS Certification - within two (2) weeks of employment AHA ACLS Certification- within eight (8) weeks of employment ENPC or PALS Certification - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse TNCC Course - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse Arrhythmia Recognition Course - within eight ( 8 ) weeks of employment 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?ZTa6WDOx8SP2luVbJmZXngd" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Professional Nurse**

A Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. In addition, the Registered Professional Nurse prescribes, delegates, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates patient teaching and the activities of the ancillary nursing personnel while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. The Registered Nurse is able to provide direct and indirect care to patients.

**Job Description**

- Deliver patient care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Prescribe, delegate, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate patient teaching and ancillary nursing personnel activities.
- Provide direct and indirect care to patients.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of a State Board School of Nursing or equivalent.
- Six (6) months experience preferred.
- Valid Registered RN license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas.
- AHA BLS Certification - within two (2) weeks of employment.
- AHA ACLS Certification - within eight (8) weeks of employment.
- ENPC or PALS Certification - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse.
- TNCC Course - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse.
- Arrhythmia Recognition Course - within eight (8) weeks of employment.

**Work Type**

- Per Diem As Needed

Registered Nurse, ECC Emergency Care, Jasper - PRN

Description Summary: A Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. In addition, the Registered Professional Nurse prescribes, delegates, coordinates, supervises and evaluates patient teaching and the activities of the ancillary nursing personnel while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. The Registered Nurse is able to provide direct and indirect care to patients. Requirements: A. Education/Skills Graduate of a State Board School of Nursing or equivalent. B. Experience Six (6) months experience preferred. C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN : Emergency: Valid Registered RN license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas. AHA BLS Certification - within two (2) weeks of employment AHA ACLS Certification- within eight (8) weeks of employment ENPC or PALS Certification - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse TNCC Course - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse Arrhythmia Recognition Course - within eight ( 8 ) weeks of employment 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?FdvT07v4WSoGnwCiMgw4RQu" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Professional Nurse**

A Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. In addition, the Registered Professional Nurse prescribes, delegates, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates patient teaching and the activities of the ancillary nursing personnel while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. The Registered Nurse is able to provide direct and indirect care to patients.

**Job Description**

- Deliver patient care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Prescribe, delegate, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate patient teaching and ancillary nursing personnel activities.
- Provide direct and indirect care to patients.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of a State Board School of Nursing or equivalent.
- Six (6) months experience preferred.
- Valid Registered RN license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas.
- AHA BLS Certification - within two (2) weeks of employment.
- AHA ACLS Certification - within eight (8) weeks of employment.
- ENPC or PALS Certification - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse.
- TNCC Course - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse.
- Arrhythmia Recognition Course - within eight (8) weeks of employment.

**Work Type**

Full Time

Registered Nurse, ECC Emergency Care, Jasper - Full time

Description Summary:Responsible for performing all the duties of a phlebotomist including specimen collection, specimen receiving, and specimen referrals.Responsibilities: <ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li>Ensures that the company philosophy and core values are evident in the service delivered to customers.</li><li>Takes responsibility for seeking and achieving professional growth and continued education.</li><li>Assures quality of work performed by all associates. Coordinates services to customers in a manner that provides customer satisfaction and cost-efficient operations.</li><li>Assures compliance with CAP, JCAHO, OSHA, infection control, safety, and other regulatory standards, including privacy and security of health information (PHI).</li><li>Maintains collection tray/container/bag and working area in a neat and sanitary condition & restocks as necessary.</li><li>Responsible for procurement of supplies for the department in cooperation with the team lead.</li><li>Performs all duties of a phlebotomist; specimen collection, specimen receiving, specimen send-outs.</li><li>Prepares specimens for referral to outside labs, including ordering of misc. and misc. referred testing, packaging of specimens, calling of cab, referral paperwork, and the mail system</li><li>Performs all patient specimen collections including, but not limited to, venipuncture, capillary collection, urine drug screen collection, skin tests, and blood, throat, and NP cultures.</li><li>Ensures that specimen requirements are met at the time of collection and maintain specimen integrity</li><li>Demonstrates good communication skills by competently interacting with customers, patients, family members, nurses, physicians, clients, and co-workers.</li><li>Operates the laboratory computer system to document specimen information, patient registration, order entry, collection lists, and other assigned tasks.</li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned (stand-by/on-call, inventory, special projects, cross-training, etc.).</li><li>Completes associate performance evaluations and annual competency assessments in a timely manner.</li></ul>Job Requirements: Education/Skills<ul><li>High School diploma or equivalent preferred.</li><li>Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.</li><li>Completion of a Phlebotomy; Medical Laboratory; or Medical Assistant program that includes phlebotomy preferred.</li><li>Familiar with medical terminology; computer data entry; organizational skills.</li></ul> Experience<ul><li>One year phlebotomy experience preferred. </li></ul> Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications<ul><li>Certification from National Accredited Program Preferred.</li></ul>Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-FridayWork Type: Full Time<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?tcG7MIOI7lr5Dw35KwJt8Ac" width="0" height="0" />

**Phlebotomist**

Responsible for performing all the duties of a phlebotomist including specimen collection, specimen receiving, and specimen referrals.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Ensures that the company philosophy and core values are evident in the service delivered to customers.
- Takes responsibility for seeking and achieving professional growth and continued education.
- Assures quality of work performed by all associates. Coordinates services to customers in a manner that provides customer satisfaction and cost-efficient operations.
- Assures compliance with CAP, JCAHO, OSHA, infection control, safety, and other regulatory standards, including privacy and security of health information (PHI).
- Maintains collection tray/container/bag and working area in a neat and sanitary condition & restocks as necessary.
- Responsible for procurement of supplies for the department in cooperation with the team lead.
- Performs all duties of a phlebotomist; specimen collection, specimen receiving, specimen send-outs.
- Prepares specimens for referral to outside labs, including ordering of miscellaneous and referred testing, packaging of specimens, calling of cab, referral paperwork, and the mail system.
- Performs all patient specimen collections including, but not limited to, venipuncture, capillary collection, urine drug screen collection, skin tests, and blood, throat, and NP cultures.
- Ensures that specimen requirements are met at the time of collection and maintain specimen integrity.
- Demonstrates good communication skills by competently interacting with customers, patients, family members, nurses, physicians, clients, and co-workers.
- Operates the laboratory computer system to document specimen information, patient registration, order entry, collection lists, and other assigned tasks.
- Performs other related duties as assigned (stand-by/on-call, inventory, special projects, cross-training, etc.).
- Completes associate performance evaluations and annual competency assessments in a timely manner.

**Requirements**

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Completion of a Phlebotomy; Medical Laboratory; or Medical Assistant program that includes phlebotomy preferred.
- Familiar with medical terminology; computer data entry; organizational skills.
- One year phlebotomy experience preferred.
- Certification from National Accredited Program preferred.

**Work Schedule**

8 AM - 5 PM Monday-Friday

**Work Type**

Full Time

Phlebotomy job in Jasper TX

Description Summary: A Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. In addition, the Registered Professional Nurse prescribes, delegates, coordinates, supervises and evaluates patient teaching and the activities of the ancillary nursing personnel while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. The Registered Nurse is able to provide direct and indirect care to patients. Requirements: A. Education/Skills Graduate of a State Board School of Nursing or equivalent. B. Experience Six (6) months experience preferred. C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN : Emergency: Valid Registered RN license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas. AHA BLS Certification - within two (2) weeks of employment AHA ACLS Certification- within eight (8) weeks of employment ENPC or PALS Certification - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse TNCC Course - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse Arrhythmia Recognition Course - within eight (8) weeks of employment 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?6%2bfx9Cl7%2f2iOCKpWh%2bN5nAm" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Professional Nurse**

A Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. In addition, the Registered Professional Nurse prescribes, delegates, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates patient teaching and the activities of the ancillary nursing personnel while maintaining the standards of professional nursing. The Registered Nurse is able to provide direct and indirect care to patients.

**Job Description**

- Deliver patient care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Prescribe, delegate, coordinate, supervise, and evaluate patient teaching and ancillary nursing personnel activities
- Provide direct and indirect care to patients

**Requirements**

- Graduate of a State Board School of Nursing or equivalent
- Six (6) months experience preferred
- Valid Registered RN license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas
- AHA BLS Certification - within two (2) weeks of employment
- AHA ACLS Certification - within eight (8) weeks of employment
- ENPC or PALS Certification - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse
- TNCC Course - within twelve (12) months of employment; eighteen (18) months for a new graduate nurse
- Arrhythmia Recognition Course - within eight (8) weeks of employment

**Work Type**

Full Time

Registered Nurse, ECC Emergency Care, Jasper - Full Time

Description Summary: Responsible for the overall comprehensive care provided to the patients in the CHRISTUS SETX Health System. NP will coordinate care with the Medical Director utilizing training with the scope of their practice, conduct patient education and ensure accurate and timely documentation in accordance with the regulating agencies and organizational policy. Will also participate in community agencies and organizational policy; participate in community events and marketing opportunities involving the CHRISTUS SETX Health System. The NP will coordinate patient management and individualize a plan of care for each patient, working closely with the Medical Director and other team members. She/he will take medical histories, perform physical exams, order and interpret laboratory studies and provide treatment to patients with chronic diseases. Working closely with the RN and Medical Director to ensure follow up calls are made, assist in identifying additional visits or interventions that may be needed as well as managing/adjusting medications and educating patients. Requirements: <ul><li>Current Licensure through the Texas Board of Nursing OR Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas State Medical Board or the ability to obtain prior to employment</li><li>Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment</li><li>BLS obtained by the American Heart Association</li></ul> Work Type: Full Time Recruiter: Sandra Vasquez sandra. 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?OMm%2bagUMZuIvDmY7WDFAdAx" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse Practitioner**

Responsible for the overall comprehensive care provided to the patients in the CHRISTUS SETX Health System. The Nurse Practitioner will coordinate care with the Medical Director utilizing training within the scope of their practice, conduct patient education, and ensure accurate and timely documentation in accordance with the regulating agencies and organizational policy. The NP will also participate in community agencies and organizational policy; participate in community events and marketing opportunities involving the CHRISTUS SETX Health System. The NP will coordinate patient management and individualize a plan of care for each patient, working closely with the Medical Director and other team members.

The NP will take medical histories, perform physical exams, order and interpret laboratory studies, and provide treatment to patients with chronic diseases. Working closely with the RN and Medical Director to ensure follow-up calls are made, assist in identifying additional visits or interventions that may be needed, as well as managing/adjusting medications and educating patients.

**Job Description**

- Coordinate care with the Medical Director utilizing training within the scope of practice
- Conduct patient education and ensure accurate and timely documentation
- Participate in community agencies, events, and marketing opportunities
- Coordinate patient management and individualize a plan of care
- Take medical histories, perform physical exams, order and interpret laboratory studies
- Provide treatment to patients with chronic diseases
- Work closely with the RN and Medical Director to ensure follow-up calls are made
- Assist in identifying additional visits or interventions that may be needed
- Manage/adjust medications and educate patients

**Requirements**

- Current Licensure through the Texas Board of Nursing OR Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas State Medical Board or the ability to obtain prior to employment
- Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment
- BLS obtained by the American Heart Association

**Work Type**

Full Time

NP, Nurse Practitioner/Pa, Physician Assistant - Primary Rural Health

Description Summary: 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 direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric and pediatric patients. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li> Patient Care Planning</li><li>Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment.</li><li> Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference.</li><li> Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur.</li><li> Patient Care Provision</li><li>Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan.</li><li> Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs.</li><li> Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate.</li><li> Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure.</li><li> Patient Care Evaluation</li><li>Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.</li><li> Evaluates progress toward nursing goals and revises goals as needed on a weekly basis.</li><li> Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis.</li><li> Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis.</li><li> Teaching</li><li>Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching.</li><li> Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs.</li><li> Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed.</li><li> Acts as role model for health care students and other team members.</li><li> Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees.</li><li> Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience.</li><li> Patient Care Communication</li><li>Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition.</li><li> Maintains patient confidentiality.</li><li> Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others.</li><li> Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.</li><li> Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately.</li><li> Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives.</li></ul> CORE COMPETENCIES Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process <ul><li>Uses critical thinking skills to assess the basic physical, psychosocial, social, cultural,</li><li> Spiritual, and development needs of patient and families</li><li>Communicates findings to appropriate healthcare team members</li><li>Develops and uses a specific plan of care and modifies it to meet individual patient</li><li>needs using evidence-based practice. Implements patient care and therapeutic</li><li>procedures; monitors and documents progression of treatment and teaching goals</li><li>Evaluates the care and treatment(s) provided to the patient and the patient response to</li><li>the care and treatment(s). Performs timely reassessment and documentation</li><li>Must be able to perform unit specific competencies based on the specific patient care need for designated unit's patient population</li></ul> Standard II. Patient Throughput & Patient Flow Process <ul><li>Anticipates and plans for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow</li><li>Utilizes appropriate systems of communication and tools to facilitate the discharge process</li><li>Coaches on tools and techniques for checking, cross checking and validating orders to ensure accuracy</li></ul> Standard III. Unit Operations <ul><li>Plans, directs, and evaluates the overall nursing care and functions in a particular nursing unit during an assigned shift</li><li>Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and Supplies</li><li>Assesses departmental staffing needs; actively participates in resourcing efforts.</li><li> Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry</li></ul> Standard IV. Safe Practice/Quality Care/Regulations <ul><li>Incorporates patient safety practices/guidelines to promote a safe environment resulting in positive patient outcomes</li><li>Demonstrates accountability for nursing research and quality improvement activities</li><li>Provides evidence-based nursing care</li><li>Communicates patient information effectively across the continuum of care</li><li>Educates and trains others on the operations, ethics, and regulations within the industry.</li><li> Knowledge of federal, state and local healthcare related laws and regulations; ability to comply with these in healthcare practices and activities</li></ul> TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES Clinical Policies and Standards <ul><li>Follows a specific set of standards and associated clinical procedures</li><li>Analyzes policy and standards documentation and ensures organizational compliance</li><li>Provides feedback for improvement of procedures</li><li>Assists in the development and implementation of specific procedures</li><li>Works with control and monitoring mechanisms, tools and techniques</li></ul> Health Information Documentation <ul><li>Shares experiences with maintaining paper and electronic patient documentation</li><li>Walk through the steps and procedures for receiving, validating and updating patient records</li><li>Describes the flow of information between various stations or units</li><li>Discusses the functions, features and document flow of electronic documentation</li><li>Transcribes verbal orders; explains techniques for ensuring their accuracy</li><li>Explains health information documentation best practices and their rationale across health care practices</li></ul> Medical Equipment <ul><li>Describes experience with basic medical equipment used in own unit or facility</li><li>Uses standard diagnostic tools and techniques to resolves common equipment problems</li><li>Educates patients about the appropriate use of home medical equipment</li><li>Ensures that all equipment and related supplies are in proper working order prior to use to ensure patient safety</li><li>Inspects, troubleshoots and evaluates incoming equipment</li></ul> Medical Order Processing <ul><li>Shares experiences with processing medical orders for one or more groups of patients or conditions</li><li>Describes functions and features of the system used to enter, validate, update and forward medical orders</li><li>Discusses common errors, their sources and procedures for correcting</li><li>Explains considerations for entering and following standing orders</li><li>Differentiates between standing orders and preprinted orders and considerations for each</li></ul> Patient Chart Reading and Interpretation <ul><li>Describes experiences in reading and interpreting patient charts for patients on unit and under own care</li><li>Reviews patients' charts for completion and accuracy; identifies and alerts to mistakes or omissions</li><li>Recognizes unexpected readings and alerts nursing or medical staff</li><li>Relates examples of mis-readings or misinterpretations and lessons learned</li><li>Reviews, discusses and validates own interpretation with others</li></ul> Patient Safety <ul><li>Shares experiences with ensuring safety for one or more patient groups or settings</li><li>Explains key features of safety guidelines and procedures for those groups and settings</li><li>Listens and responds to safety inquiries from patients and family members</li><li>Recognizes and addresses physiological and psychological signs of problems</li><li>Describes considerations for patients who can cause to harm to self, versus harm to others</li><li>Utilizes appropriate systems to document misses and near misses, participates in immediate investigating, analysis and reporting in real time</li></ul> Job Requirements: Education/Skills <ul><li>Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred</li></ul> Experience <ul><li>Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit</li></ul> Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications <ul><li>BLS required</li><li>RN License in state of employment or compact</li><li>Graduate Nurse Permit <ul><li>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</li></ul> </li></ul> Work Schedule: TBD 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?g2Wm7ycQnadxJlZk2%2fRyGAv" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse**

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 direction and supervision to LVN/LPNs, nursing assistants, unit secretaries, and other clinical/clerical associates. By assignment, may function as a charge nurse for the unit. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescents, young adults, adults, geriatric, and pediatric patients.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Develops a comprehensive nursing care plan which addresses all significant needs and problems identified through nursing assessment.
- Prepares nursing elements of the interdisciplinary care plan prior to the initial team conference.
- Reviews and updates nursing care plan and collaborates with team members as changes occur.
- Implements patient care as planned in nursing care plan and interdisciplinary care plan.
- Sets priorities based on knowledge of patient acuity and patient needs.
- Provides safe and therapeutic care and seeks resources when appropriate.
- Safely performs and accurately documents procedures, consistent with established nursing policy and procedure.
- Evaluates patient response to interventions and attainment of goals in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.
- Evaluates progress toward nursing goals and revises goals as needed on a weekly basis.
- Completes nursing progress note for assigned patients on a daily basis.
- Completes nursing flow sheets for assigned patients on a daily basis.
- Evaluates education needs of patient and significant others and documents their response to teaching.
- Utilizes, adapts, and revises teaching resources to meet patient education needs.
- Explains procedures, tests, and disease process to patients and families as needed.
- Acts as role model for health care students and other team members.
- Acts as preceptor to assigned orientees.
- Assists in the orientation of new staff by sharing knowledge and experience.
- Reports and documents accurately and concisely to appropriate persons the patient's condition.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Applies basic verbal and nonverbal skills to maintain open, effective communication among care team members, patients, and significant others.
- Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.
- Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately.
- Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.
- Six months to a year of experience as a licensed RN or holder of an active GN permit.
- BLS required.
- 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.

**Work Schedule**

TBD

**Work Type**

Full Time

Registered Nurse I, ECC Emergency Care, Jasper - Full Time

Description Summary: Responsible for the overall comprehensive care provided to the patients in the CHRISTUS SETX Health System. NP will coordinate care with the Medical Director utilizing training with the scope of their practice, conduct patient education and ensure accurate and timely documentation in accordance with the regulating agencies and organizational policy. Will also participate in community agencies and organizational policy; participate in community events and marketing opportunities involving the CHRISTUS SETX Health System. The NP will coordinate patient management and individualize a plan of care for each patient, working closely with the Medical Director and other team members. She/he will take medical histories, perform physical exams, order and interpret laboratory studies and provide treatment to patients with chronic diseases. Working closely with the RN and Medical Director to ensure follow up calls are made, assist in identifying additional visits or interventions that may be needed as well as managing/adjusting medications and educating patients. Requirements: <ul><li>Current Licensure through the Texas Board of Nursing OR Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas State Medical Board or the ability to obtain prior to employment</li><li>Valid DEA license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment</li><li>BLS obtained by the American Heart Association</li></ul> Work Type: Full Time Recruiter: Sandra Vasquez sandra. 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?FdvT07v4WSqhoCXAk%2fHgxAu" width="0" height="0" />