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. Responsibilities: 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. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High School Diploma or equivalent is required Completion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required Experience 2 or more years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications 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: 7AM - 7PM 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?u4zQJ1fID7g2RbntKzFVVgn" 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.

**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.
- Uses 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 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 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**

- 7AM - 7PM

**Work Type**

- Per Diem As Needed

Certified Surgical Technologist - LDRP - PRN

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. 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 Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact 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?9fGete3cnerMkvVDSdNnugi" 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.

**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.
- BLS required.
- RN License in state of employment or compact.

**Work Schedule**

Varies

**Work Type**

Full Time

RN, Registered Nurse - ICU MedSurgical A

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. 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. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Work Type: Per Diem As Needed<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?TwQSbNEDW4xGJ1Bw72zGoAw" 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.

**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
- BLS required
- RN License in state of employment or compact

**Work Type**

- Per Diem As Needed

RN, Registered Nurse-Ambulatory Surgery Center

As an Internal Medicine Physician on the U.S. Army health care team, you'll diagnose and treat localized ailments and diseases, conduct and supervise direct patient care, execute disease prevention and health programs, command medical units, perform staff functions in health support, conduct medical research on diseases of military importance and participate in medical education and training. Additionally when you join the Army Medical Corps, you'll be making a difference in the lives of our Soldiers and the country at large while gaining access to invaluable opportunities, like supporting humanitarian missions, leadership training and a competitive benefit package. If you choose to serve in the Army Reserve, you can continue to work in your community and serve when needed. Whichever you choose, you'll train to become a leader in your specialized field while enjoying the privileges that come with being an officer. Join us and work alongside professionals at the top of their fields while helping expand the boundaries of internal medicine. Benefits may include: <ul><li>Repayment of qualified education loans to lending institution, paid annually over a maximum of 3 years while serving</li><li>Based on your area of concentration, you may be eligible for an accessions bonus, paid over a four-year period while serving.</li><li>No-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family</li><li>30 days of paid vacation earned annually</li><li>Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges</li><li>Enrollment into the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System</li><li>Specialized training to become a leader in internal</li></ul> Requirements:<ul><li>Doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy degree from an accredited U.S. school of medicine or osteopathy; foreign graduates may apply with permanent certificate from the Educational Council of Foreign Medical Graduates</li><li>Current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico</li><li>Eligibility for board certification</li><li>Completion of at least one year of an approved graduate medical education internship</li><li>Between 21 and 42 years of age (waivers granted on a case-by-case basis)</li><li>U.S. citizenship</li></ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?qV0NQjPh3TrMLSDAHxRSVgf" width="0" height="0" />

**Internal Medicine Physician**

As an Internal Medicine Physician on the U.S. Army health care team, you'll diagnose and treat localized ailments and diseases, conduct and supervise direct patient care, execute disease prevention and health programs, command medical units, perform staff functions in health support, conduct medical research on diseases of military importance, and participate in medical education and training. Additionally, when you join the Army Medical Corps, you'll be making a difference in the lives of our Soldiers and the country at large while gaining access to invaluable opportunities, like supporting humanitarian missions, leadership training, and a competitive benefit package. If you choose to serve in the Army Reserve, you can continue to work in your community and serve when needed. Whichever you choose, you'll train to become a leader in your specialized field while enjoying the privileges that come with being an officer. Join us and work alongside professionals at the top of their fields while helping expand the boundaries of internal medicine.

**Job Description**

- Diagnose and treat localized ailments and diseases
- Conduct and supervise direct patient care
- Execute disease prevention and health programs
- Command medical units
- Perform staff functions in health support
- Conduct medical research on diseases of military importance
- Participate in medical education and training

**Benefits**

- Repayment of qualified education loans to lending institutions, paid annually over a maximum of 3 years while serving
- Based on your area of concentration, you may be eligible for an accessions bonus, paid over a four-year period while serving
- No-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family
- 30 days of paid vacation earned annually
- Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges
- Enrollment into the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System
- Specialized training to become a leader in internal medicine

**Requirements**

- Doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy degree from an accredited U.S. school of medicine or osteopathy; foreign graduates may apply with a permanent certificate from the Educational Council of Foreign Medical Graduates
- Current license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico
- Eligibility for board certification
- Completion of at least one year of an approved graduate medical education internship
- Between 21 and 42 years of age (waivers granted on a case-by-case basis)
- U.S. citizenship

INTERNAL MEDICINE PHYSICIAN

Description Summary: The Ultrasound Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, will provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The Ultrasound Technologist must be able to handle the movement, set-up, and operation of medical ultrasound equipment. The technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The technologist will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health. Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability. Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment. Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians. 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. Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served. Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities. Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager's license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies. Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required. Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS. Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or Designee if needed. Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required Experience 1 year of ultrasound scanning experience preferred Basic computer experience required Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Requires one of the following within 1 year of hire: Sonography (S) by ARRT Abdomen (AB) RDMS by ARDMS Prefers one of the following, along with the required: Vascular Sonography (VS) by ARRT Breast Sonography (BS) by ARRT Breast (BR) RDMS by ARDMS Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by ARDMS Adult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by ARDMS State Licensure is required if in New Mexico DMS by MIRTP NMED BLS required Work Schedule: Varies Work Type: Per Diem As Needed<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?HPHXsEq4T5XGb7OZrab%2bJwa" width="0" height="0" />

**Ultrasound Technologist**

The Ultrasound Technologist will perform a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, provide support for other imaging technologists as needed, and help to facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The Ultrasound Technologist must be able to handle the movement, set-up, and operation of medical ultrasound equipment. The technologist will demonstrate flexibility by working other shifts and/or at other campuses as needed or required. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. Expectation to participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within their scope of licensure. The technologist will adhere to, and maintain, the expected imaging competencies as outlined by management. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
- Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
- Promotes staff growth, development, and employee engagement by collaborating with management, coworkers, and physicians to create an optimal work environment.
- Promotes exceptional physician satisfaction by providing meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
- 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.
- Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards of care as deemed appropriate by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
- Performs examinations/procedures as needed to assist in patient throughput within the scope of the Manager's license(s), certification(s), and/or documented competencies.
- Demonstrates flexibility by working other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
- Ensures completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
- Ability to follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate any problem(s) or issue(s) to the PACS administrator or designee if needed.
- Troubleshoots and reports any equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel; does appropriate follow-up.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

- Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required.
- 1 year of ultrasound scanning experience preferred.
- Basic computer experience required.
- Requires one of the following within 1 year of hire: Sonography (S) by ARRT Abdomen (AB) RDMS by ARDMS.
- Prefers one of the following, along with the required: Vascular Sonography (VS) by ARRT, Breast Sonography (BS) by ARRT, Breast (BR) RDMS by ARDMS, Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) RDMS by ARDMS, Adult Echocardiography (AE) RDCS by ARDMS, Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by ARDMS.
- State Licensure is required if in New Mexico DMS by MIRTP NMED.
- BLS required.

**Work Schedule**

Varies

**Work Type**

Per Diem As Needed

Ultrasound Technologist - Radiology - PRN

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Within the context of Triple Aim Plus for University Health System (UHS), this role serves to support the healthcare team in assuring the accuracy of data entry into the Transfer database, IDX, Teletracking, Sunrise and Allscripts Care Manager for all patients presenting. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE High school graduation or equivalent experience is required. Post high school coursework is preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Basic Life Support is optional; Medical Interpreter course encouraged. <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?kC2xyOM8HN9VHJ06vF6X%2fAj" width="0" height="0" />

**Data Entry Support**

Within the context of Triple Aim Plus for University Health System (UHS), this role serves to support the healthcare team in assuring the accuracy of data entry into the Transfer database, IDX, Teletracking, Sunrise, and Allscripts Care Manager for all patients presenting.

**Job Description**

- Support the healthcare team in ensuring accurate data entry into various systems for all patients.

**Requirements**

- High school graduation or equivalent experience is required.
- Post high school coursework is preferred.
- Basic Life Support is optional; Medical Interpreter course encouraged.

Transfer Center Specialist PRN

Outpatient Only Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Opportunities- San Antonio, TXBHS Physicians Network, Inc. (BHSPN) is opening a number of new Primary Care Clinics in several of the fastest growing areas of San Antonio.BHS Physicians Network is seeking Board Certified or Board Eligible Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Physicians.BHS allows you to focus on patient care by providing the following:Employed Practice Setting Average 20-25 patients per day Current clinic hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call coverage is limited to phone calls only No inpatient responsibility Electronic Medical Records in clinic. We offer an excellent recruitment package. Competitive Compensation. Signing Bonus. Relocation Reimbursement. Paid Malpractice Insurance Health Benefits Available and much more.For more information regarding this opportunity in the third fastest growing city in the US, please contact our physician recruiter, Gina Coliano.Gina S. Coliano Physician Recruiter Baptist Health System 8711 Village Drive, Suite 114 San Antonio, Texas 78217 - office - fax <img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?TwQSbNEDW4w%2fEtz4XsLhNQw" width="0" height="0" />

**Outpatient Only Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Opportunities - San Antonio, TX**

BHS Physicians Network, Inc. (BHSPN) is opening a number of new Primary Care Clinics in several of the fastest growing areas of San Antonio.

BHS Physicians Network is seeking Board Certified or Board Eligible Family Medicine/Internal Medicine Physicians.

BHS allows you to focus on patient care by providing the following:

**Job Description**

- Employed practice setting
- Average 20-25 patients per day
- Current clinic hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Call coverage is limited to phone calls only
- No inpatient responsibility
- Electronic Medical Records in clinic

**Benefits**

- Competitive compensation
- Signing bonus
- Relocation reimbursement
- Paid malpractice insurance
- Health benefits available
- And much more

**Community Overview**

For more information regarding this opportunity in the third fastest growing city in the US, please contact our physician recruiter, Gina Coliano.

Family Practice. Internal Medicine. MD. DO. Texas. San Antonio

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?HPHXsEq4T5VfQS3ELIthtwa" 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, 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. Performs other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**

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

**Work Type**

Full Time

Manager RN, Registered Nurse - Stone Oak Surgery Center Hiring Incentive Available

Description Summary: Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Include, but are not limited to: Emergency (Code Blue and White) response; Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning; Delivery of aerosolized drugs; Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation); Oral hygiene; Airway retaining device placement and maintenance; Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices; Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring; Chest film analysis; Bloodgas collection and analysis; EKG analysis; Accurate and complete documentation; Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary; Participate in CAP and JC surveys. RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader Advanced practice skills may include: Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2; Pulmonary Function Testing; Bronchoscopy assist; Hemodynamic Monitoring; Waveform analysis; Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies); Polysomnography; Transport duties. Job Requirements: Education/Skills See licensure and/or certification requirements Experience 1 - 3 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RT or RCP License in state of employment required BLS required Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required Current ACLS certification required Current PALS certification required Current NRP certification required Work Schedule: Varies 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?e84EBsjU%2fJxgiVlKe0PfsQc" width="0" height="0" />

**Respiratory Therapist**

Responsible for the pulmonary care of critical, non-critical, and chronically ill adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients under the direction of a physician with minimal supervision. Performs patient assessments and institutes respiratory care plans. Performs various technical and diagnostic respiratory therapy procedures in all areas of the hospital.

**Job Description**

- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Emergency (Code Blue and White) response.
- Airway management including nasotracheal & endotracheal suctioning.
- Delivery of aerosolized drugs.
- Ventilator management (i.e. setup and operation).
- Oral hygiene.
- Airway retaining device placement and maintenance.
- Airway support device management including BiPAP and CPAP devices.
- Oxygen delivery devices and therapeutic monitoring.
- Chest film analysis.
- Blood gas collection and analysis.
- EKG analysis.
- Accurate and complete documentation.
- Cleaning and stocking of equipment and supplies as necessary.
- Participate in CAP and JC surveys.
- RRTs may function as Shift Leader or serve in the capacity of Team Leader.
- Advanced practice skills may include: Therapeutic gas management and monitoring, including INO and HeO2; Pulmonary Function Testing; Bronchoscopy assist; Hemodynamic Monitoring; Waveform analysis; Nocturnal SpO2 evaluation (Desaturation Studies); Polysomnography; Transport duties.

**Requirements**

- 1 - 3 years of experience preferred.
- RT or RCP License in state of employment required.
- BLS required.
- Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) by NBRC required.
- Current ACLS certification required.
- Current PALS certification required.
- Current NRP certification required.

**Work Schedule**

Varies.

**Work Type**

Per Diem As Needed.

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy - PRN

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. 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: Education/Skills Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred Experience 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact Work Schedule: Varies Work Type: Temporary Seasonal / 36hrs per week 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?u4zQJ1fID7i4mTEej3HCHQn" 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.

**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
- BLS required
- RN License in state of employment or compact

**Work Schedule**

Varies

**Work Type**

Temporary Seasonal / 36 hours per week