Description Summary: The Registered Nurse Clinical Educator II (RNCE) will assess, plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate the clinical opportunities and strategies for improving delivery of diabetic patient care and staff education regarding such. The RNCE will act as a liaison with all multi disciplinary departments and services concerning diabetes education. The RNCE will develop and provide diabetes education for patients and their families on an inpatient and outpatient basis as directed. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels' strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery. Responsibilities: Provides evidence-based, safe, effective and appropriate diabetic consultation for populations served. Facilitates the delivery of knowledge and supporting glycemic management efforts within CHRISTUS Santa Rosa facilities. Educates and coaches nursing and other clinical staff to better manage diabetes care for their diabetic patients. Conducts inpatient clinical rounding on both patients and clinical staff. Provides subject matter clinical consultation for high risk, complicated diabetic patients. Provides outpatient diabetes education programs as needed/directed. Develops and maintains clinical protocols, policies, and patient education for diabetes care and glycemic management. Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team to promote, build and sustain a high quality diabetes education service. Assists with improving quality outcome measures and enhanced patient satisfaction. Researches data and compiles reports regarding the efficacy of the diabetes education program. Acts as a community resource for diabetes education. 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. Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties. Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and supplies. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: Education Graduate of an accredited RN program required BSN preferred Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Experience Minimum of three years clinical RN experience required Minimum of three years experience managing the care of patients with both Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Familiarity with insulin pumps preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current Texas RN license required Certified Diabetic Educator (CDE) preferred. If not CDE at time of hire, successful completion of CDE exam within 2 years of hire/transfer date is required to remain in position Current BLS certification required - American Heart Association 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?8vtR65FWeb%2faE4pTx%2bkEawg" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Nurse Clinical Educator II**

The Registered Nurse Clinical Educator II (RNCE) will assess, plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate the clinical opportunities and strategies for improving delivery of diabetic patient care and staff education regarding such. The RNCE will act as a liaison with all multidisciplinary departments and services concerning diabetes education. The RNCE will develop and provide diabetes education for patients and their families on an inpatient and outpatient basis as directed.

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels' strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery.

**Job Description**

- Provides evidence-based, safe, effective, and appropriate diabetic consultation for populations served.
- Facilitates the delivery of knowledge and supporting glycemic management efforts within CHRISTUS Santa Rosa facilities.
- Educates and coaches nursing and other clinical staff to better manage diabetes care for their diabetic patients.
- Conducts inpatient clinical rounding on both patients and clinical staff.
- Provides subject matter clinical consultation for high-risk, complicated diabetic patients.
- Provides outpatient diabetes education programs as needed/directed.
- Develops and maintains clinical protocols, policies, and patient education for diabetes care and glycemic management.
- Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to promote, build, and sustain a high-quality diabetes education service.
- Assists with improving quality outcome measures and enhanced patient satisfaction.
- Researches data and compiles reports regarding the efficacy of the diabetes education program.
- Acts as a community resource for diabetes education.
- 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.
- Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
- Demonstrates good stewardship in proper use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited RN program required
- BSN preferred
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- Minimum of three years clinical RN experience required
- Minimum of three years experience managing the care of patients with both Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
- Familiarity with insulin pumps preferred
- Current Texas RN license required
- Certified Diabetic Educator (CDE) preferred. If not CDE at time of hire, successful completion of CDE exam within 2 years of hire/transfer date is required to remain in position
- Current BLS certification required - American Heart Association

**Work Type**

Full Time

RN, Registered Nurse Clinical Educator II - Nursing Education

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, with the ability to on long-range goals or 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. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women's services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center. Responsibilities: • Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. • 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 patient 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 provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; 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 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 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 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 Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred. 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred. RN License in state of employment or compact BLS required Work Schedule: 7PM - 7AM 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?tjTXx%2flKAG5ybuk6s%2fFhQQv" 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, with the ability to focus on long-range goals or 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.

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women's services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- 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.
- 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
- RN License in state of employment or compact.
- BLS required.

**Work Schedule**

- 7 PM - 7 AM

**Work Type**

- Per Diem As Needed

RN, Registered Nurse - ICU MedSurgical A - PRN

Description Summary: Assumes primary responsibility and 24/7 accountability for effective implementation of nursing practice and operations for assigned areas; at CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital. The nurse manager affects departmental outcomes through interpretation, implementation, and evaluation of hospital and departmental philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures. Facilitates intra and interdepartmental communication and collaboration to promote excellence in patient care, patient experience and patient outcomes. Effectively manages utilization of staff and material resources so that the most therapeutically effective patient care is provided in a safe and cost effective manner. Promotes the professional development of patient care and administrative support staff assigned for areas. Responsibilities: Participates in the establishment and implementation of yearly goals for the units. Monitors operations of the unit. Measures progress towards goals, identifying problems and taking corrective actions. Serves as an advocate for patients/families, assuring that patient/family rights are respected, patient satisfaction issues are addressed, and associates adhere to the core values of the corporation. Directs patient care in compliance with regulatory standards such as Joint Commission and state licensure requirements. Participates in the development, communication, and implementation of nursing and organizational policy and procedure. Participates on intra and interdepartmental committees and task forces which are focused on improving patient care. Collaborates with other Department Managers and Hospital Leadership to resolve unit/staff issues. Participates and directs staff in hospital plans for emergency and disasters. Develops, communicates and updates unit(s), standards, protocols, policies and procedures to meet trends in nursing practice and patient services. Collaborates with Human Resources to recruit and hire qualified associates. Counsels, guides, and disciplines associates to enhance patient care through compliance with established hospital policies and procedures. Evaluates staff job performance on a timely basis and in a manner that recognizes associate's accomplishments, enhances performance and facilitates professional development. Provides HR with information to maintain associate files with current licensure, credentialing records, certifications, orientation documentation, skills checklists, and continuing education requirements. Facilitates and encourages staff participation in the professional practice model. Confronts and resolves conflicts involving staff, physicians, patients/families, interdepartmental and intra departmental issues. Empowers associates through effective delegation, maintaining accountability. Directs and ensures staff participation in process improvement activities for the unit/hospital. Conducts regularly scheduled staff meetings which address unit issues, process improvement, and safety; Ensures staff meeting minutes are available on a timely basis. Establishes and enforces with staff a method for ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the unit supplies and equipment. Maintains and ensures documentation of quality control aspects of the clinic(s) (e.g. POCT logs, refrigerator temps, etc which are required by Joint Commission) Collaborates effectively with physicians, administrators, patients, families, other departments, and the community to provide quality patient care and enhance patient outcomes. Maintains core staffing within established guidelines that assure patient safety and considers skill mix and experience of staff. Oversees daily staffing of the unit and collaborates with Lead Associates on the development and revision of the staffing schedule. Ensures assessment of competency of all associates as a part of the orientation program and on an ongoing basis. Identifies, plans, develops and/or arranges for programs to meet the educational/skills needs of the associates upon hiring and on an ongoing basis. Identifies, plans, develops methods to meet the educational needs of the patient population. On an annual basis, contributes to the development of operating and capital budgets to meet the needs of the unit. Assures effective and appropriate utilization of material and human resources, Reviews financial and productivity management reports and takes appropriate actions. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the age specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department. Appropriately reviews patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods performed by nursing to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served. Demonstrates adherence to the Mission and CORE values of CHRISTUS Health System. GG. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree RN 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?ez1k66e9tkeZMYzPmvzqaQu" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse Manager**

Assumes primary responsibility and 24/7 accountability for effective implementation of nursing practice and operations for assigned areas at CHRISTUS St. Patrick Hospital. The nurse manager affects departmental outcomes through interpretation, implementation, and evaluation of hospital and departmental philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures. Facilitates intra and interdepartmental communication and collaboration to promote excellence in patient care, patient experience, and patient outcomes. Effectively manages utilization of staff and material resources so that the most therapeutically effective patient care is provided in a safe and cost-effective manner. Promotes the professional development of patient care and administrative support staff assigned for areas.

**Job Description**

- Participates in the establishment and implementation of yearly goals for the units.
- Monitors operations of the unit, measures progress towards goals, identifies problems, and takes corrective actions.
- Serves as an advocate for patients/families, assuring that patient/family rights are respected, patient satisfaction issues are addressed, and associates adhere to the core values of the corporation.
- Directs patient care in compliance with regulatory standards such as Joint Commission and state licensure requirements.
- Participates in the development, communication, and implementation of nursing and organizational policy and procedure.
- Participates on intra and interdepartmental committees and task forces which are focused on improving patient care.
- Collaborates with other Department Managers and Hospital Leadership to resolve unit/staff issues.
- Participates and directs staff in hospital plans for emergency and disasters.
- Develops, communicates, and updates unit(s), standards, protocols, policies, and procedures to meet trends in nursing practice and patient services.
- Collaborates with Human Resources to recruit and hire qualified associates.
- Counsels, guides, and disciplines associates to enhance patient care through compliance with established hospital policies and procedures.
- Evaluates staff job performance on a timely basis and in a manner that recognizes associate's accomplishments, enhances performance, and facilitates professional development.
- Provides HR with information to maintain associate files with current licensure, credentialing records, certifications, orientation documentation, skills checklists, and continuing education requirements.
- Facilitates and encourages staff participation in the professional practice model.
- Confronts and resolves conflicts involving staff, physicians, patients/families, interdepartmental, and intra-departmental issues.
- Empowers associates through effective delegation while maintaining accountability.
- Directs and ensures staff participation in process improvement activities for the unit/hospital.
- Conducts regularly scheduled staff meetings which address unit issues, process improvement, and safety; ensures staff meeting minutes are available on a timely basis.
- Establishes and enforces with staff a method for ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the unit supplies and equipment.
- Maintains and ensures documentation of quality control aspects of the clinic(s) (e.g., POCT logs, refrigerator temps, etc., which are required by Joint Commission).
- Collaborates effectively with physicians, administrators, patients, families, other departments, and the community to provide quality patient care and enhance patient outcomes.
- Maintains core staffing within established guidelines that assure patient safety and considers skill mix and experience of staff.
- Oversees daily staffing of the unit and collaborates with Lead Associates on the development and revision of the staffing schedule.
- Ensures assessment of competency of all associates as a part of the orientation program and on an ongoing basis.
- Identifies, plans, develops, and/or arranges for programs to meet the educational/skills needs of the associates upon hiring and on an ongoing basis.
- Identifies, plans, develops methods to meet the educational needs of the patient population.
- On an annual basis, contributes to the development of operating and capital budgets to meet the needs of the unit.
- Assures effective and appropriate utilization of material and human resources.
- Reviews financial and productivity management reports and takes appropriate actions.
- Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the age-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
- Appropriately reviews patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods performed by nursing to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Demonstrates adherence to the Mission and CORE values of CHRISTUS Health System. Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Bachelor's Degree
- RN License in state of employment or compact
- BLS

**Work Type**

Full Time

Manager Registered Nurse - Stone Oak Surgery Center 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, with the ability to on long-range goals or 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. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels' strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery. Responsibilities: • Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. • 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 patient 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 provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; 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 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 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 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 Requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred. 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred. RN License in state of employment or compact BLS required Work Schedule: Varies 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?xKa135tGm8maQdXX%2bwHz3An" 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, with the ability to focus on long-range goals or 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.

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels' strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- 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.
- 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.
- RN License in state of employment or compact.
- BLS required.

**Work Schedule**

Varies.

**Work Type**

Full Time.

RN, Registered Nurse - Cardiology Cath

Description Specialization: Cardiology Heart Failure and Transplant Job Summary:Methodist Healthcare is recruiting an acute care nurse practitioner to support the heart failure program in San Antonio, Texas. Qualified Candidates: <ul><li>Successful completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program</li><li>Acute care certified NP, experience in cardiac surgery or CVICU a plus</li><li>Texas license or eligible for Texas licensure </li><li>Great opportunity to continue your development and be involved in the growth of our world-class program</li></ul> Incentive/Benefits Package: <ul><li>Full and comprehensive benefits to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, malpractice insurance</li><li>401k retirement plan with employer contribution</li><li>Generous PTO plan</li></ul> About Methodist Hospital & Methodist Healthcare System <ul><li>Largest Heart Transplant Program in Texas, saving over 500 lives</li><li>1000+ cardiovascular surgeries and 6200+ Cath/EP procedures performed annually</li><li>811 licensed beds/25 operating suites</li><li>Methodist Healthcare is the largest provider of cardiovascular services in South Texas</li><li>Methodist Healthcare System is the largest provider of health care in South and Central Texas with 28 facilities, including nine acute care hospitals serving over 94,000 inpatients and 500,000 outpatients annually</li></ul> San Antonio is home to 2.5 million people and is experiencing solid economic growth in industries such as bioscience and healthcare, aerospace, IT and cybersecurity and green technologies. San Antonio's MSA is expected to add up to 1.1 million new residents and 500,000 new jobs by 2040. This growing city offers big-city amenities and world-renowned attractions coupled with a relaxed and inviting atmosphere for all ages. San Antonio residents also enjoy a cost of living slightly below the national average due to lower housing costs, as well as no state income tax. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xxL7uR1uYxlWkrjZVfCZ%2fAo" width="0" height="0" />

**Acute Care Nurse Practitioner**

Methodist Healthcare is recruiting an acute care nurse practitioner to support the heart failure program in San Antonio, Texas.

**Job Description**

- Specialization in Cardiology Heart Failure and Transplant
- Successful completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program
- Acute care certified NP, experience in cardiac surgery or CVICU a plus
- Texas license or eligible for Texas licensure
- Great opportunity to continue your development and be involved in the growth of our world-class program

**Benefits**

- Full and comprehensive benefits to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, malpractice insurance
- 401k retirement plan with employer contribution
- Generous PTO plan

**Community Overview**

San Antonio is home to 2.5 million people and is experiencing solid economic growth in industries such as bioscience and healthcare, aerospace, IT and cybersecurity, and green technologies. San Antonio's MSA is expected to add up to 1.1 million new residents and 500,000 new jobs by 2040. This growing city offers big-city amenities and world-renowned attractions coupled with a relaxed and inviting atmosphere for all ages. San Antonio residents also enjoy a cost of living slightly below the national average due to lower housing costs, as well as no state income tax.

NP - Cardiology job in San Antonio TX

Location: A growing city in the San Antonio metropolitan area known for its strong sense of community, good schools, and family-friendly environment. Facility: A comprehensive health facility offering a wide range of services focused on whole-person care, emphasizing both physical and mental well-being. The center provides various health services, including depression and anxiety screenings, individual counseling, and personalized care plans. Opportunity: <ul><li> ASAP 2024 start! Credentialing turnaround in 2-4 weeks </li><li> Monday Friday, 8:00 am 5:00 pm. No late clinic hours, no 12-hour shifts, no after-hours charting or call </li><li> Good work/life balance. Time built in for admin time. </li><li> Will travel between four clinic locations (will not typically work at more than one location per day). </li><li> Beautiful state of the art health and wellness centers offer a variety of services including on-site physical therapy, health and nutrition coaching, mental health care and more! </li><li> Provider will function independently to assess, diagnose, and treat or recommend courses of treatment for adult diseases, with particular emphasis on disorders of the endocrine system and metabolism. </li><li> Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs. </li><li> Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in partnership with physicians when appropriate. </li><li> This is a well-supported position, partnering with Primary Care Physicians, Clinical Pharmacist, Care Navigators and RNs in a collaborative care model. </li><li> Treats and examines patients and makes diagnoses for illnesses in the thyroid, pituitary, adrenal and hypothalamus glands. </li><li> Treats diseases and conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol imbalances, osteoporosis, and cancers of the endocrine glands. </li><li> Prescribes, recommends and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures. </li><li> Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes that can positively influence their health conditions. </li><li> Required Skills: - Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills - Written and verbal communication skills - Listening skills - Organization skills - Time management skills - Teamwork skills - Empathy and compassion - The ability to work under pressure. - The ability to provide accurate, effective care in stressful situations. - Skilled in the use of computers and related software applications </li><li> Preferred Skills: - Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other medical staff. - Strong leadership skills, self-confidence, and ability to remain calm in stressful situations. - Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills - Exceptional active listening skills </li><li> Physical Requirements: - While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; talk; and hear. - The team member is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. - The team member may regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. </li><li> EMR eclinicalworks and Elation </li></ul> Compensation: To be discussed at interview<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?HSh1jlTyvO1zLPXGss48tAo" width="0" height="0" />

**Location Overview**

A growing city in the San Antonio metropolitan area known for its strong sense of community, good schools, and family-friendly environment.

**Facility Overview**

A comprehensive health facility offering a wide range of services focused on whole-person care, emphasizing both physical and mental well-being. The center provides various health services, including depression and anxiety screenings, individual counseling, and personalized care plans.

**Job Opportunity**

- ASAP 2024 start! Credentialing turnaround in 2-4 weeks
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. No late clinic hours, no 12-hour shifts, no after-hours charting or call
- Good work/life balance. Time built in for admin time
- Will travel between four clinic locations (will not typically work at more than one location per day)
- Beautiful state-of-the-art health and wellness centers offer a variety of services including on-site physical therapy, health and nutrition coaching, mental health care, and more!
- Provider will function independently to assess, diagnose, and treat or recommend courses of treatment for adult diseases, with particular emphasis on disorders of the endocrine system and metabolism
- Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs
- Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines, and in partnership with physicians when appropriate
- This is a well-supported position, partnering with Primary Care Physicians, Clinical Pharmacist, Care Navigators, and RNs in a collaborative care model
- Treats and examines patients and makes diagnoses for illnesses in the thyroid, pituitary, adrenal, and hypothalamus glands
- Treats diseases and conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol imbalances, osteoporosis, and cancers of the endocrine glands
- Prescribes, recommends, and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures
- Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes that can positively influence their health conditions

**Required Skills**

- Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Listening skills
- Organization skills
- Time management skills
- Teamwork skills
- Empathy and compassion
- The ability to work under pressure
- The ability to provide accurate, effective care in stressful situations
- Skilled in the use of computers and related software applications

**Preferred Skills**

- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and other medical staff
- Strong leadership skills, self-confidence, and ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
- Exceptional active listening skills

**Physical Requirements**

- While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; talk; and hear
- The team member is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch
- The team member may regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, with occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds

**Compensation**

To be discussed at interview.

Endocrinology Nurse Practitioner

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides comprehensive family health care to a population that has multiple health care needs in the University Health network of community-based ambulatory care centers. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Must have completed training in an ACGME approved and accredited residency program. Completion of residency program from the time of graduation from medical school in excess of the traditional time period for the practice specialty must be fully explained in writing. All incumbents will be expected to be board certified in their specialty or be eligible for board certification. Must obtain board certification in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws. LICENSURE Must possess current license to practice medicine in the State of Texas. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws. Providers practicing in acute care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced specialty equivalent as defined by the UMA Credentials Committee within 90 days of hire. Must maintain DEA number. Must follow rules/regulations as set forth by the Texas Medical Board Medical Practice Act. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NjfZMvqqLd%2bPc%2brUksfp2gj" width="0" height="0" />

**Family Medicine Physician**

Provides comprehensive family health care to a population that has multiple health care needs in the University Health network of community-based ambulatory care centers.

**Job Description**

- Provides comprehensive family health care to a population that has multiple health care needs in the University Health network of community-based ambulatory care centers.

**Requirements**

- Must have completed training in an ACGME approved and accredited residency program.
- Completion of residency program from the time of graduation from medical school in excess of the traditional time period for the practice specialty must be fully explained in writing.
- All incumbents will be expected to be board certified in their specialty or be eligible for board certification.
- Must obtain board certification in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws.
- Must possess current license to practice medicine in the State of Texas.
- Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff bylaws.
- Providers practicing in acute care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced specialty equivalent as defined by the UMA Credentials Committee within 90 days of hire.
- Must maintain DEA number.
- Must follow rules/regulations as set forth by the Texas Medical Board Medical Practice Act.

Pediatrician

Description Summary:Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case.CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels' strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.</li><li>Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure.</li><li>Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred.</li><li>Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician. </li><li>Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR. </li><li>Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.</li><li>Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient. </li><li>Cooperates in team planning and execution. </li><li>Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices. </li><li>Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.</li><li>Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations. </li><li>Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures. </li><li>Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility. </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 adapt 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>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Job Requirements: Education/Skills<ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent is required</li><li>Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required</li></ul> Experience<ul><li>2 or more years of experience preferred</li></ul> Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications<ul><li>BLS required</li><li>Certification of Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required</li></ul> Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 HoursWork 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?HC2AXlKUc16rw3HCh%2fC5mQm" width="0" height="0" />

**Surgical Technologist**

Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case.

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels' strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure.
- Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred.
- Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician.
- Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR.
- Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.
- Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient.
- Cooperates in team planning and execution.
- Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices.
- Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
- Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations.
- Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures.
- Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility.
- 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 adapt 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.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required.
- 2 or more years of experience preferred.
- BLS required.
- Certification of Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required.

**Work Schedule**

5 Days - 8 Hours

**Work Type**

Full Time

Surgical Tech job in New Braunfels TX

Description Position Summary: CHRISTUS Santa Rosa seeks to employ a General Cardiologist to their cardiac service line in San Antonio, TX. Successful candidates must be board certified/eligible and have a Texas Medical License will be required before employment. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa:CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System is about people. People we meet and care for; people whose lives we enhance, and those whose lives we save. CHRISTUS is about the people who work here: our award-winning medical staff, dedicated housekeeping staff, compassionate nurses and patient-focused ancillary staff. We're about people who need us, from small bumps to massive trauma, no matter their economic bracket. We're about the people of San Antonio, New Braunfels, and all the South Texas communities we serve. Since 1869, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System has grown and flourished just as South Texas has grown. We remain the only Catholic faith-based, non-profit health care system in San Antonio, New Braunfels, and San Marcos. Our healing ministry now includes 6 full-service hospitals with 1,159 licensed beds, and a number of specialty centers. Benefits Include:<ul><li>Competitive Salary</li><li>Sign-On Bonus </li><li>Comprehensive benefits </li><li>And Much More!</li></ul>Work Type: Full TimeRecruiter Contact Information: Veronica ColeyEEO 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?fZA0wZDqfU4WsYbM%2f3Fpagt" width="0" height="0" />

**General Cardiologist**

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa seeks to employ a General Cardiologist to their cardiac service line in San Antonio, TX. Successful candidates must be board certified/eligible and have a Texas Medical License will be required before employment.

**Job Description**

- Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing the lives of patients in the community.
- Work within a Catholic faith-based, non-profit health care system that has been serving South Texas since 1869.

**Benefits**

- Competitive salary
- Sign-on bonus
- Comprehensive benefits
- And much more!

**Community Overview**

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System is about people. People we meet and care for; people whose lives we enhance, and those whose lives we save. We're about the people who work here: our award-winning medical staff, dedicated housekeeping staff, compassionate nurses, and patient-focused ancillary staff. We're about people who need us, from small bumps to massive trauma, no matter their economic bracket. Our healing ministry now includes 6 full-service hospitals with 1,159 licensed beds, and a number of specialty centers.

Cardiology job in San Antonio TX

Description Summary: A Registered Professional Dialysis Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. This position participates in the development and implementation of individualized and comprehensive plan of care for each patient, provides direct and indirect care to patients as it relates to their dialysis treatment, including pre- and post-assessments, and administrations of medications during dialysis. In addition, the Registered Professional Dialysis Nurse operates all dialysis equipment and supplies in accordance with hospital and departmental policy to provide expected patient outcome and documents in the medical record accordingly. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels' strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery. Responsibilities: Demonstrates appropriate hand hygiene, use of PPE, and facility hygiene including cleaning and disinfection of work surfaces and equipment per hospital and departmental policies. Operates all available dialysis equipment and supplies based on safety, effectiveness, and cost in accordance with hospital and departmental policy to provide expected patient outcome; documents in the medical record and records changes appropriately. Follows policy and procedure in performance of water treatment procedures and testing; properly demonstrates electrolyte addition to acid concentrate per physician order. Provides documented pre- and post-dialysis nursing assessments that include, but are not limited to; patient weight and fluid removal calculations, lung sounds and presence of edema, vital signs and review of current labs, assessment and care of the dialysis access. Obtains pre- and post-dialysis lab specimens per physician order and hospital/departmental policy. Initiates, monitors, and terminates each dialysis treatment per departmental policy and procedure. Follows hospital and departmental policy and procedure in response to dialysis-related complications, emergencies, and technical issues. Follows hospital and departmental policy and procedure in the administration of medications during dialysis. Participates in the development and implementation of an individualized and comprehensive plan of care for each patient. Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of a Registered Nursing program, Bachelor Degree preferred Excellent customer service, negotiation and communication skills Experience At least 6 months dialysis experience preferred 12 months acute clinical experience as a Registered Nurse required Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Critical Care Unit (CCU), Emergency Room (ER), or Medical Surgical (Med Surg) experience is preferred Clinical patient care experience in a relevant setting, preferred Previous healthcare management experience, preferred Additional Information Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN license in good standing in state of employment or a compact state , if applicable Registered Nurse (RN) required American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification in Nephrology Nursing preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications (include all that are on the RN JD plus these): A Water Treatment Knowledge Exam- within twelve (12) weeks of employmentA Hemodialysis Knowledge Exam- within twelve (12) weeks of employmentCertification in Nephrology Nursing preferred, required within 1 year of eligibility to take the exam Work Type: Part 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?C0GW9s3P3XdZr%2fl3dLgTGgs" width="0" height="0" />

**Registered Professional Dialysis Nurse**

A Registered Professional Dialysis Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This position participates in the development and implementation of individualized and comprehensive plans of care for each patient, provides direct and indirect care to patients as it relates to their dialysis treatment, including pre- and post-assessments, and administration of medications during dialysis. In addition, the Registered Professional Dialysis Nurse operates all dialysis equipment and supplies in accordance with hospital and departmental policy to provide expected patient outcomes and documents in the medical record accordingly.

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels' strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery.

**Job Description**

- Demonstrates appropriate hand hygiene, use of PPE, and facility hygiene including cleaning and disinfection of work surfaces and equipment per hospital and departmental policies.
- Operates all available dialysis equipment and supplies based on safety, effectiveness, and cost in accordance with hospital and departmental policy to provide expected patient outcomes; documents in the medical record and records changes appropriately.
- Follows policy and procedure in performance of water treatment procedures and testing; properly demonstrates electrolyte addition to acid concentrate per physician order.
- Provides documented pre- and post-dialysis nursing assessments that include, but are not limited to; patient weight and fluid removal calculations, lung sounds and presence of edema, vital signs and review of current labs, assessment and care of the dialysis access.
- Obtains pre- and post-dialysis lab specimens per physician order and hospital/departmental policy.
- Initiates, monitors, and terminates each dialysis treatment per departmental policy and procedure.
- Follows hospital and departmental policy and procedure in response to dialysis-related complications, emergencies, and technical issues.
- Follows hospital and departmental policy and procedure in the administration of medications during dialysis.
- Participates in the development and implementation of an individualized and comprehensive plan of care for each patient.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of a Registered Nursing program; Bachelor Degree preferred.
- Excellent customer service, negotiation, and communication skills.
- At least 6 months dialysis experience preferred.
- 12 months acute clinical experience as a Registered Nurse required.
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Critical Care Unit (CCU), Emergency Room (ER), or Medical Surgical (Med Surg) experience is preferred.
- Clinical patient care experience in a relevant setting preferred.
- Previous healthcare management experience preferred.

**Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications**

- RN license in good standing in state of employment or a compact state, if applicable.
- Registered Nurse (RN) required.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support.
- Certification in Nephrology Nursing preferred.
- A Water Treatment Knowledge Exam - within twelve (12) weeks of employment.
- A Hemodialysis Knowledge Exam - within twelve (12) weeks of employment.
- Certification in Nephrology Nursing preferred; required within 1 year of eligibility to take the exam.

**Work Type**

Part Time

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