Pay range: $45.61/hr - $68.49/hr The program start date is scheduled for July 22nd, 2024. *Note that this date may be adjusted based on operational needs. The Registered Nurse (RN) resident under the Nursing Residency Program provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities, and patient populations. The Residency Programs are designed to build on the educational foundation of the novice RN. Every participant in the program is responsible for providing safe, holistic care to patients throughout the continuum of this program which is designed to offer up to 10 weeks of didactic learning and clinical practice preceptorship to achieve the programs core objectives.Each RN Resident will receive valuable mentorship and skill development within a supportive team environment.The RN’s care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics and meets the standards/expectations of Professional Practice. Professional accountability enriches the RN’s engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time -- · Evaluates own knowledge and nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and evidence-based knowledge; identifies areas of strength and professional growth; sets and achieves professional development goals.· Evaluates knowledge and nursing practice of peers, recognizing strengths, providing constructive feedback and maintaining caring and compassionate relationships.· Evaluates patient outcomes against quality goals or benchmarks. Promotes innovation through participation in data collection, data analysis, evidence-based performance improvement plans, nursing or interdisciplinary research, and education about change methods. · Implements direct and indirect nursing care consistent with evidence-based practices, hospital policies and procedures, and scope and standards of practice.· Uses an evidence-based decision-making process to determine the patient’s priority goals and care activities.· Protects and advocates for patient safety, health and wellbeing.· Keeps the patient as the focus when exercising judgment in accepting responsibilities, seeking consultation, and assigning activities to others who carry out nursing care. · Acts as a patient advocate by partnering with the person, family, significant others, and caregivers, as appropriate, to implement and evaluate the plan of care. Assures that the plan is aligned with the patient’s physical, spiritual, and psychosocial goals, initiating changes as appropriate.· Delegates and supervises tasks consistent with other caregivers’ scope of practice, adhering to standards, regulations, and role expectations including self-care and collaborative teamwork. · Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and rights. Department specific responsibilities during each orientation:Acute Care (Observation Unit)- Critical thinking skills to assess complex situations, analyze patient data, identify patterns, and make quick decisions. They use their expertise to anticipate potential complications, prioritize care, and adapt their strategies to provide the best possible outcomes for their patients.- Conducting thorough patient assessments, identifying changes in patients’ conditions, and intervening promptly to ensure their safety.· Assisting patients in their recovery after surgeries, pain management, and monitoring for complications.· Safe administration and management of medications, educate patients about their medications, and monitoring for any adverse reactions.· Management of wound care including assessing wound healing progress, dressings, and prevention of infections in surgical, non-surgical wounds and pressure injuries.· Regularly monitoring patients' vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature, and respond promptly to any abnormalities.· Performing continuous telemetry monitoring of patients’ heart rhythm, initiation of nursing intervention, and working with the interdisciplinary team to escalate patient conditions for rapid care.· Educating patients and their families about medical conditions, treatments, medications, and post-discharge care plans.· Collaborating with physicians, surgeons, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients, ensuring a holistic approach to their well-being. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Attends and participates in staff meetings, Unit Based Council meetings, in-services and continuing education opportunities.· Participates in clinical looping within other departments, e.g. radiology, laboratory, blood bank, and other nursing units, etc.· Participates in the Quality Improvement process to help make decisions that focus on the patient/customer and what is best for the organization.· Follows correct procedures in unusual and emergent procedures/ situations. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Decision making impacts the employee and the wellbeing of the patient. · Promotes cost effectiveness through the proper use and conservation of supplies and equipment. Identifies cost saving measures. Assigned direct reports (not limited to the ones listed). If not applicable, please enter N/A:
Pay range: $45.61/hr - $68.49/hr The program start date is scheduled for July 22nd, 2024. *Note that this date may be adjusted based on operational needs. The Registered Nurse (RN) resident under the Nursing Residency Program provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities, and patient populations. The Residency Programs are designed to build on the educational foundation of the novice RN. Every participant in the program is responsible for providing safe, holistic care to patients throughout the continuum of this program which is designed to offer up to 10 weeks of didactic learning and clinical practice preceptorship to achieve the programs core objectives.Each RN Resident will receive valuable mentorship and skill development within a supportive team environment.The RN’s care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics and meets the standards/expectations of Professional Practice. Professional accountability enriches the RN’s engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time -- · Evaluates own knowledge and nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and evidence-based knowledge; identifies areas of strength and professional growth; sets and achieves professional development goals.· Evaluates knowledge and nursing practice of peers, recognizing strengths, providing constructive feedback and maintaining caring and compassionate relationships.· Evaluates patient outcomes against quality goals or benchmarks. Promotes innovation through participation in data collection, data analysis, evidence-based performance improvement plans, nursing or interdisciplinary research, and education about change methods. · Implements direct and indirect nursing care consistent with evidence-based practices, hospital policies and procedures, and scope and standards of practice.· Uses an evidence-based decision-making process to determine the patient’s priority goals and care activities.· Protects and advocates for patient safety, health and wellbeing.· Keeps the patient as the focus when exercising judgment in accepting responsibilities, seeking consultation, and assigning activities to others who carry out nursing care. · Acts as a patient advocate by partnering with the person, family, significant others, and caregivers, as appropriate, to implement and evaluate the plan of care. Assures that the plan is aligned with the patient’s physical, spiritual, and psychosocial goals, initiating changes as appropriate.· Delegates and supervises tasks consistent with other caregivers’ scope of practice, adhering to standards, regulations, and role expectations including self-care and collaborative teamwork. · Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and rights. Department specific responsibilities during each orientation:Acute Care (4 West)- Critical thinking skills to assess complex situations, analyze patient data, identify patterns, and make quick decisions. They use their expertise to anticipate potential complications, prioritize care, and adapt their strategies to provide the best possible outcomes for their patients.- Conducting thorough patient assessments, identifying changes in patients’ conditions, and intervening promptly to ensure their safety.· Assisting patients in their recovery after surgeries, pain management, and monitoring for complications.· Safe administration and management of medications, educate patients about their medications, and monitoring for any adverse reactions.· Management of wound care including assessing wound healing progress, dressings, and prevention of infections in surgical, non-surgical wounds and pressure injuries.· Regularly monitoring patients' vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature, and respond promptly to any abnormalities.· Performing continuous telemetry monitoring of patients’ heart rhythm, initiation of nursing intervention, and working with the interdisciplinary team to escalate patient conditions for rapid care.· Educating patients and their families about medical conditions, treatments, medications, and post-discharge care plans.· Collaborating with physicians, surgeons, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients, ensuring a holistic approach to their well-being. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Attends and participates in staff meetings, Unit Based Council meetings, in-services and continuing education opportunities.· Participates in clinical looping within other departments, e.g. radiology, laboratory, blood bank, and other nursing units, etc.· Participates in the Quality Improvement process to help make decisions that focus on the patient/customer and what is best for the organization.· Follows correct procedures in unusual and emergent procedures/ situations. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Decision making impacts the employee and the wellbeing of the patient. · Promotes cost effectiveness through the proper use and conservation of supplies and equipment. Identifies cost saving measures. Assigned direct reports (not limited to the ones listed). If not applicable, please enter N/A:
Pay Range: $20.48 to $28.23 The ED Support Technician performs clinical and clerical support duties to facilitate the smooth functioning of the patient care unit. Provides support to nursing and physician staff in the Hillsboro Medical Center Emergency Department by performing tasks which assist in the treatment and care of patients with illness or injuries, following hospital policy. Coordinates communication within the department and other departments. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager for shift activities, or to the relief charge RN in the absence of Nurse Leader or Nurse Manager and is under the direct supervision and delegation responsibilities of the Nurse Manager. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time -- · Assists licensed personnel in maintaining inventory and reports discrepancies.· Schedules and coordinates ordered services.· Assists in admissions, transfers, and discharges. Arranges transportation at the direction of the clinical staff.· Scans clinical information into chart after clinical staff has reviewed it.· Coordinates the safekeeping of patient valuables including labeling with name of patient.· Coordinates clinical information to appropriate people.· Maintains physician roster with updates.· Coordinates and/or transports specimens to lab.· Requests medical records from other facilities as directed by clinical staff.· Performs and documents tasks and activities in an ongoing, timely, accurate, concise and systematic manner, following hospital charting procedures.· Promptly reports equipment failure to facilitate repairs. · Maintains resource documents (i.e. procedure manuals, reference books, user manuals, etc. and knows where and how to look up policy/procedures on portal).· Attends and participates in departmental staff meetings, including in-services.· Maintains a clean and organized work area. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Performs skills of basic life support in code blue situations.· Orders special equipment/supplies as requested.· Act as a Patient Safety Attendant for behavioral health patients as required.· Completes all department education and competencies in the time frame designated. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Impact limited to the employee.· No budget responsibility.
Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000 Pay range: $45.79/hr - $69.14/hr Delivers quality nursing care to patients requiring emergency treatment in accordance with age-related and individual needs, physician orders, hospital policy, and standard nursing practice. Responsible for assessing the needs of patients, planning nursing care to meet those needs, and ensuring that the plan of care is carried out, evaluated and documented according to the principles defined in the nursing process. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time -- : · Performs and documents patient assessments and intervention in a timely, accurate, and concise manner, utilizing hospital and departmental charting formats.· Administers medications via all routes safely and accurately according to procedure.· Assists physician with emergency treatments, following departmental policies and procedures.· Prioritizes patient care based on essential patient needs, and knowledge of emergency nursing practice while utilizing available unit resources to optimize department flow.· Accurately completes consents for treatments and transfers.· Performs triage for Emergency Department patients according to established policies and procedures.· Communicates patient needs and changes in condition to physician, team members and/or family as necessary. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Attends and participates in departmental staff meetings, in-services.· Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education. Decision making and budget responsibilities : · Impact limited to the employee.
Position Summary – One paragraph or maximum of four sentences to provide descriptive statement that outlines the purpose of the position. Please clarify level of responsibility (e.g. works independently, under close supervision, etc.) The Nurse Practitioner will perform medical services to the Immediate Care clinic patients in accordance with individual needs and the standards of care as represented by the centers patient care policies. Services will be reviewed and approved by the Medical Director through periodic chart review. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Major functions why this position exists. Performed majority of the time -- please start with the responsibilities that are the most time consuming: · Performs and documents patient assessments and intervention in a timely, accurate, and concise manner, utilizing departmental charting formats including electronic medical records systems.· Administers medications via all routes safely and accurately according to procedure.· Assists with emergency treatments, following departmental policies and procedures.· Provides professional service to patients in the Immediate Care clinic and with Virtual Immediate Care services.· Delegates and coordinates tasks and duties of the healthcare team. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Adapts care to accommodate unexpected changes in patient status. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Impact limited to the employee. Assigned direct reports (not limited to the ones listed). If not applicable, please enter N/A: · N/A
Pay Range: $20.48 to $28.23 The role of Laboratory Assistant encompasses many areas of the laboratory. Laboratory Assistants perform phlebotomy and drug screen collections; receive and process specimens; occasionally perform some technical procedures under direct supervision; access information in computer, register patients, order tests and perform charting functions. They play a key role in the pre-analytic and post-analytic process of specimen testing. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time -- · Performs phlebotomy collections from inpatients and outpatients, assuring proper patient identification prior to collection; properly labeling specimens; and promptly assuring specimen is received into the laboratory for testing.· Assures that samples are processed promptly and distributed to appropriate testing location.· Provides input for revising and presenting new procedures for Clinical Services and/or work team.· Keeps work areas clean and well stocked. Assists with supply ordering and restocking, as needed.· Performs computer registration and order entry for patients and/or received specimens.· Maintains competency and performs drug screen collections to meet Federal guidelines.· Communicates with physicians, nursing staff and Clinical Services Team to ensure proper procurement of specimens, and that correct orders are placed.· Distributes completed patient reports to appropriate locations.· Calls abnormal results as specified in laboratory policies or by specified provider request.· Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served, neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.· Follows up unusual test requests by researching and consulting with appropriate reference laboratories to assure correct testing is performed.· Arranges for couriers and cabs for prompt specimen pickup, as needed.· Follows up all problems or errors by collecting documentation for Lab Director and/or pathologists, assisting with reviewing problem and retraining of staff involved.· Aids in solving problems or concerns regarding specimen, paperwork or test results.· Aids in answering phones, taking orders and transmitting results to authorized personnel. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Looks for ways to improve customer service.· Supports team and patient care during absence of co-workers by being available to cover vacation and sick time.· Acquires accurate billing related information from providers when needed.· Participates in training of employees to assure that all lab staff receives appropriate training and maintain competency in Clinical Services. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Limited to the employee.
Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000 Pay range: $45.61/hr - $68.49/hr The Registered Nurse working as a member of the Diagnostic Imaging Team, ensures the delivery of quality nursing care for patients undergoing a wide variety of procedures in all imaging departments (CT, MRI, US, PET CT, General Radiology / Fluoroscopy, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography) including sedation. This is done in accordance with age-related, individual needs, physician’s orders, hospital policy, and standards of care and nursing practice. Assess the needs of patients, plans nursing care to meet those needs, and ensures that the plan of care is carried out and documented according to the principles defined in the nursing process. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Works closely with Radiologist and Diagnostic Imaging team to respond to a variety of situations, including, but not limited to contrast reactions, falls, vasovagal, IV extravasation. · Care coordination of diagnostic imaging exams/procedures with patients and healthcare team members. · The RN is responsible for patient communication regarding pre/post imaging related care/information.· Moderate sedation for image guided or painful procedures, and or claustrophobia.· Administers medications/IV fluids as ordered by the provider and following Hillsboro Medical Center policy and procedure.· Administer medications as ordered by provider, including those that may lead to moderate sedation following moderate sedation policy and monitoring procedures.· Monitors patient during a wide variety of invasive procedures including but not limited to solid organ biopsy, superficial and deep tissue biopsy, drainage tube placement, and various interventional radiology procedures. · Operates, controls quality, and routinely maintains physiologic monitoring system, defibrillator, and emergency equipment on a daily basis.· Assess patients according to organization’s standards prior to invasive procedures with or without sedation.· Maintains adequate levels of stock in procedural intake and sedation areas and reports any variances to appropriate departments. · Retrieve and locate present and prior studies or labs as needed for pre-procedural work up.· Monitors patient for intended effects and side effects of medication administered.· Performs special projects and other related duties, as assigned. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Develops and seeks continuous improvement in communication and conflict resolution skills. · Demonstrates ability to problem solve/collaborate in a team environment. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Impact limited to the employee and wellbeing of the patient.· No budget responsibility.
Pay Range: $17.79 to 24.38 The Medical Receptionist is the first point of contact for new patients/families, the familiar voice for current patients/families and an appointment coordinator. The work environment is a combination of multi-line telephone use, insurance hub, receptionist and scheduling coordination. This position involves assisting with the check-in and checkout processes. Gathers and records required information about patients and routes it appropriately; provides specific customer services which include, confirming health insurance coverage and individuals obligations, obtaining necessary authorizations for care, scheduling appointments, and assisting patients in an office or clinic setting.This position requires out of the box thinking, strong ability to multi-task and above all else, exceptional customer service skills. Responsible for all front desk tasks in the office including but not limited to the following: Greets and checks patients in and out. Operates multi line telephone system and handles each call according to clinic protocols. Enters information into computer. Schedules new and established patient appointments on computerized scheduling system. Takes accurate and detailed messages and routes them appropriately within the clinic. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time -- · Checks in patients to include gathering patient information, entering into computer, collecting co-payments, creating new charts and handles insurance information appropriately.· Checks out patients to include addressing any additional patient concerns or needs.· Schedules patient correctly through EMR and within provider guidelines.· Answers telephone and triages calls to determine urgency; transfers and/or leaves messages for MA/RN staff (including voice mail) and follows-up on telephone inquiries; directs callers to other providers, staff or departments when appropriate. Triages and documents accurately telephone calls from patients including requests for medication refills, complaints, general information inquiries, and urgent health care concerns. Delivers such information or requests promptly to the appropriate providers or their designees. · Monitors missed appointments and handles per protocol.· Obtains prior medical records and studies if appropriate· Appropriately routes faxes, prescription refills, test result requests and insurance inquires.· Updates financial record for customers, entering all information from patients directly into computer in a concise and professional manner regarding patient concerns, questions and agreements regarding their bill statements, payments and insurance information.· Collects, sorts and distributes mail daily.· Responds to correspondence as appropriate, by telephone and/or in writing.· Maintains organized work area.· Closes clinic by balancing cash drawer, completing deposit and pulling next day’s charts.· Completes insurance referrals by referring patient to proper specialist, preparing paperwork, obtaining authorization from insurance company and handling denials and problems.· Sends copies of chart notes to primary care physicians and patient accounting as needed. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Attends monthly full staff meeting.· Communicates supply needs in a timely manner to the ordering person.· Attends insurance workshops and reads insurance updates.· Completes all mandatory education and licensure requirements to meet state, professional and regulatory requirements. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Impact limited to the employee.· No budget responsibility. Assigned direct reports: · N/A
Provides health care services as defined by ORS 677 and OAR847-050-0005 to 847-050-0065 for a broad range of patients, including geriatric, adults, and adolescents. Services include but are not limited to diagnosis and medical management of neurologic disorders, pre-operative evaluation, post-operative care in the hospital and clinic setting, assisting in surgery.All services provided shall be performed under the supervision of a physician supervisor. A supervising physician is the physician (M.D. or D.O.) who provides direction and regular review of the medical services provided by the PA as set forth in the Practice Description and approved by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners. Must obtain medical staff privileges as necessary to assist supervising physician perform surgical procedures and care for hospitalized patients at Tuality Healthcare.
Pay range: $45.61/hr - $68.49/hr The program start date is scheduled for July 22nd, 2024. *Note that this date may be adjusted based on operational needs. The Registered Nurse (RN) resident under the Nursing Residency Program provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities, and patient populations. The Residency Programs are designed to build on the educational foundation of the novice RN. Every participant in the program is responsible for providing safe, holistic care to patients throughout the continuum of this program which is designed to offer up to 10 weeks of didactic learning and clinical practice preceptorship to achieve the programs core objectives.Each RN Resident will receive valuable mentorship and skill development within a supportive team environment.The RN’s care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics and meets the standards/expectations of Professional Practice. Professional accountability enriches the RN’s engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time -- · Evaluates own knowledge and nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and evidence-based knowledge; identifies areas of strength and professional growth; sets and achieves professional development goals.· Evaluates knowledge and nursing practice of peers, recognizing strengths, providing constructive feedback and maintaining caring and compassionate relationships.· Evaluates patient outcomes against quality goals or benchmarks. Promotes innovation through participation in data collection, data analysis, evidence-based performance improvement plans, nursing or interdisciplinary research, and education about change methods. · Implements direct and indirect nursing care consistent with evidence-based practices, hospital policies and procedures, and scope and standards of practice.· Uses an evidence-based decision-making process to determine the patient’s priority goals and care activities.· Protects and advocates for patient safety, health and wellbeing.· Keeps the patient as the focus when exercising judgment in accepting responsibilities, seeking consultation, and assigning activities to others who carry out nursing care. · Acts as a patient advocate by partnering with the person, family, significant others, and caregivers, as appropriate, to implement and evaluate the plan of care. Assures that the plan is aligned with the patient’s physical, spiritual, and psychosocial goals, initiating changes as appropriate.· Delegates and supervises tasks consistent with other caregivers’ scope of practice, adhering to standards, regulations, and role expectations including self-care and collaborative teamwork. · Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and rights. Department specific responsibilities during each orientation:Acute Care (Medical Surgical and Observation)- Critical thinking skills to assess complex situations, analyze patient data, identify patterns, and make quick decisions. They use their expertise to anticipate potential complications, prioritize care, and adapt their strategies to provide the best possible outcomes for their patients.- Conducting thorough patient assessments, identifying changes in patients’ conditions, and intervening promptly to ensure their safety.· Assisting patients in their recovery after surgeries, pain management, and monitoring for complications.· Safe administration and management of medications, educate patients about their medications, and monitoring for any adverse reactions.· Management of wound care including assessing wound healing progress, dressings, and prevention of infections in surgical, non-surgical wounds and pressure injuries.· Regularly monitoring patients' vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature, and respond promptly to any abnormalities.· Performing continuous telemetry monitoring of patients’ heart rhythm, initiation of nursing intervention, and working with the interdisciplinary team to escalate patient conditions for rapid care.· Educating patients and their families about medical conditions, treatments, medications, and post-discharge care plans.· Collaborating with physicians, surgeons, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients, ensuring a holistic approach to their well-being. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Attends and participates in staff meetings, Unit Based Council meetings, in-services and continuing education opportunities.· Participates in clinical looping within other departments, e.g. radiology, laboratory, blood bank, and other nursing units, etc.· Participates in the Quality Improvement process to help make decisions that focus on the patient/customer and what is best for the organization.· Follows correct procedures in unusual and emergent procedures/ situations. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Decision making impacts the employee and the wellbeing of the patient. · Promotes cost effectiveness through the proper use and conservation of supplies and equipment. Identifies cost saving measures. Assigned direct reports (not limited to the ones listed). If not applicable, please enter N/A:
Pay range: $42.58/hr - $62.59/hr The Senior Cost Accountant will be responsible for developing a framework or methodology to enable reporting of contribution margin by episode of care, physician, and service line/medical specialty so that management can use the information to make decisions which enhance organizational performance. This will require an ability to understand the information available from a number of separate systems and work with IT, Supply Chain, Clinicians, and Departmental Managers to develop an effective and reliable solution. As owner of the cost accounting initiative and contribution margin reporting, the Senior Cost Accountant will be expected to partner with both leaders and financial analysts on ad hoc analyses to support budgeting and forecasting work, as well as pro forma development. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Coordinates report preparation and production for decision support.o Understands and makes recommendations to Finance and senior management about the cost accounting and decision support reporting capabilities within Axiom. o Coordinates and confirms report categorizations (service lines, departments, etc.) with Finance management so that those categorizations can be reflected effectively in reports.o Participates with Finance management to define and maintain access to reporting, based on agreed access protocols.o Assures consistent data extraction and flow into the Cost Accounting and Decision Support Systems, coordinating with IT and other relevant personnel.o Trains or provides training for authorized users in report production.· Oversees and maintains Cost Accounting system for the organization.o Understands and tracks changes in departments, accounts and job codes across all entities.o Maintains and updates relevant statistics and measures, including manual statistics if needed, to support cost accounting.o Reviews and confirms validity of costing and related results.· Oversee and maintain decision support system for the organization.o Outlines and understands the decision support reporting and analytics process.o Reviews and validates all data loads to ensure reliable reporting data.o Promotes decision support analytics and self-service reporting within the organization to ensure sound business decision making.· Ensures Axiom software is functioning effectively.o Maintains high level of understanding of and technical proficiency in use of the Axiom systems overall and the Cost Accounting and Decision Support modules specifically.o Coordinates Axiom maintenance and use with finance leadership.· Ensures all departments are engaged and effective.o Promotes common opportunities for consistent, shared practices across the organization.o Recognizes the range of different capabilities among stakeholders and help mold those capabilities to maximize effective results.o Reviews and ensures leaders are engaged and supporting the processing/validating of data loading and cost processing.· Collaborates with finance leadership to build and maintain shared organization approaches, systems, and communication.o Looks for and promote opportunities for shared learnings and best practices.o Builds shared mechanisms to coordinate communication, work plans, deliverable schedules, etc. · Plans for system improvement.o Maintains and implements a periodic updating and improvement plan for the Cost Accounting and Decision Support system.o Makes recommendations to management about enhancements and improvements to the Cost Accounting and Decision Support system.o Defines, implements, and maintains a range of system performance metrics to assure a baseline from which to measure system effectiveness. · Conducts ad hoc reports as requested.· Problem identification and solving as needed. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Presents in an organized and understandable manner, complex healthcare financial issues to individuals who are trained and focused in clinical disciplines (physician, nurses, managers of clinical departments, etc.) as well as individuals (Board Members) who do not work in the healthcare environment on a daily basis.· Participates in implementation of Cost Accounting and Decision Support System(s) o Works with vendor and implementation team leadership to understand and structure regular work processes, data flows, and validation and reporting required for cost accounting and decision support.o Documents work processes, data flows, validation, reporting, etc. and decisions to track and adjust as systems and processes evolve.o Participates in preparation of plans to transition from project initiation to on-going operations.o Finalizes work assignments for the organization and entity personnel responsible for cost accounting.o Develops education and training programs for finance personnel and leaders across the organization.o Identifies initial reporting and system information needed to initiate decision support activities.· Undertakes regular training in use of the Cost Accounting and Decision Support system to maximize its effectiveness within the organization. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Decisions can impact the organizational financial planning and reporting. · Supports leadership with budget planning.
Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000 Pay range: $45.61/hr - $68.49/hr The Registered Nurse ensures the delivery of quality nursing care for medical/surgical patients in accordance with age-related and individual needs, physician’s orders, hospital policy, standards of care and nursing practice. Responsible for assessing the needs of patients, planning nursing care to meet those needs, and ensuring that the plan of care is carried out and documented according to the principles defined in the nursing process. Ensures continuity of care by providing direct care as well as supervising care given by nurses and supportive staff (when appropriate). Participates in the development of the medical/surgical unit goals. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time -- · Caring for adolescent, adult and geriatric patients in a knowledgeable, skillful and consistent manner.· Utilizes the nursing process of assessment, implementation, planning and evaluation to direct delivery of care to medical/surgical patients.· Documents assessments and data collection in an ongoing, timely, accurate, concise and systematic manner utilizing hospital and departmental charting formats.· Administers medications/IV fluids safely and accurately following hospital policy and utilizing the “5 Rights.”· Utilizes current CDC Guidelines for infection control.· Completes consents for treatment and transfers.· Assists in patient education/preparation for procedures as indicated.· Checks patient charts to ensure that physician orders have been initiated and carried out.· Utilizes the Nursing Process appropriately initiating care plans to address patient specific needs such as preventative skin care measures and/or treatments as required by patient’s condition. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Assists physicians with various bedside procedures requiring sterile technique as needed.· Plans and participates in nursing in-services, conferences, designated meetings and continuing education programs. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Impact limited to the employee.
Pay Range: $42.45 to $61.98 The Radiologic Technologist - Special Procedures works in the cardio-endovascular catheterization laboratory performing a number of special duties including, but not limited to; operating all of the radiographic fluoroscopic equipment while performing general diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Works with and provides assistance to all physicians, radiologic technologists, cardiovascular technologists, and nurses, to maintain a customer friendly environment in the laboratory. Participates and shares with call rotation, while adhering to variable shift scheduling. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Performs calculations and measurements using data obtained from heart catheterizations including CO, pressure measurements and valve calculations.· Assists physician by scrubbing during procedures, maneuvering catheters and wires, and injecting contrast into blood vessels.· Routinely participates in daily, weekly, and monthly QI/QC of the “point of care” machines and defibrillators.· Participates in maintaining, restocking and inventorying the department supplies and reports any sub-par levels to the appropriate person.· Maintains and handles sterile equipment under principles of aseptic technique.· Sets up, programs, and runs the IVUS machine, under the direction of a physician.· Assists with the IABP set up and insertion, under the direction of a physician.· Provides basic administrative reports from the database.· Maintains, archives, retrieves, locates, and copies present and prior studies done in the laboratory.· Troubleshoots routine radiologic and computer system problems and reports as necessary.· Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages.· Utilizes feedback from customers to help make decisions regarding services and departmental activity.· Recognizes and reports normals and abnormals in patient physiology and hemodynamic parameters.· Assures a quality product, by reviewing and correcting any documentation related to patient care during a procedure, charge submission and statistical counts.· Looks for ways to role model and improve customer service. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Utilizes down time to complete tasks that help maintain and assure departmental operations. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Impact limited to the employee.
Pay range: $45.61/hr - $68.49/hr The intended start date for the Fall Nurse Residency cohort is August 19th, 2024. *Note that this date may be adjusted based on operational needs. The Registered Nurse (RN) resident under the Nursing Residency Program provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities, and patient populations. The Residency Programs are designed to build on the educational foundation of the novice RN. Every participant in the program is responsible for providing safe, holistic care to patients throughout the continuum of this program which is designed to offer up to 6 months of didactic learning and clinical practice preceptorship to achieve the programs core objectives.Each RN Resident will receive valuable mentorship and skill development within a supportive team environment.The RN’s care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics and meets the standards/expectations of Professional Practice. Professional accountability enriches the RN’s engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time -- · Evaluates own knowledge and nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and evidence-based knowledge; identifies areas of strength and professional growth; sets and achieves professional development goals.· Evaluates knowledge and nursing practice of peers, recognizing strengths, providing constructive feedback and maintaining caring and compassionate relationships.· Evaluates patient outcomes against quality goals or benchmarks. Promotes innovation through participation in data collection, data analysis, evidence-based performance improvement plans, nursing or interdisciplinary research, and education about change methods. · Implements direct and indirect nursing care consistent with evidence-based practices, hospital policies and procedures, and scope and standards of practice.· Uses an evidence-based decision-making process to determine the patient’s priority goals and care activities.· Protects and advocates for patient safety, health and wellbeing.· Keeps the patient as the focus when exercising judgment in accepting responsibilities, seeking consultation, and assigning activities to others who carry out nursing care. · Acts as a patient advocate by partnering with the person, family, significant others, and caregivers, as appropriate, to implement and evaluate the plan of care. Assures that the plan is aligned with the patient’s physical, spiritual, and psychosocial goals, initiating changes as appropriate.· Delegates and supervises tasks consistent with other caregivers’ scope of practice, adhering to standards, regulations, and role expectations including self-care and collaborative teamwork. · Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and rights. Department specific responsibilities during each orientation:Emergency Department (ED)- The ED RN is responsible for assessing patient needs, planning, and coordinating interventions and consultations. - Procedures and treatments are provided in the ED including but not limited to, moderate and deep sedation, ultrasonography, intubation, cardioversion, sexual assault exams, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and imminent deliveries. Patient population and diagnosis’ includes acute stroke, acute STEMI, acute psychosis/psychological emergencies, and sepsis. Patients frequently present with alcohol or drug abuse history, or complex medical histories.- Provide continuing care and monitoring of ED patients in locations outside of ED including MRI, CT, Nuclear Med, Ultrasound, and Radiology. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Attends and participates in staff meetings, Unit Based Council meetings, in-services and continuing education opportunities.· Participates in clinical looping within other departments, e.g. radiology, laboratory, blood bank, and other nursing units, etc.· Participates in the Quality Improvement process to help make decisions that focus on the patient/customer and what is best for the organization.· Follows correct procedures in unusual and emergent procedures/ situations. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Decision making impacts the employee and the wellbeing of the patient. · Promotes cost effectiveness through the proper use and conservation of supplies and equipment. Identifies cost saving measures. Assigned direct reports (not limited to the ones listed). If not applicable, please enter N/A:
Pay range: $45.61/hr - $68.49/hr The intended start date for the Fall Nurse Residency cohort is August 19th, 2024. *Note that this date may be adjusted based on operational needs. The Registered Nurse (RN) resident under the Specialty Training Program provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities, and patient populations. The Residency Programs are designed to build on the educational foundation of the novice RN. Every participant in the program is responsible for providing safe, holistic care to patients throughout the continuum of this program which is designed to offer up to 6 months of didactic learning and clinical practice preceptorship to achieve the programs core objectives.Each RN Resident will receive valuable mentorship and skill development within a supportive team environment.The RN’s care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics and meets the standards/expectations of Professional Practice. Professional accountability enriches the RN’s engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time -- · Evaluates own knowledge and nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and evidence-based knowledge; identifies areas of strength and professional growth; sets and achieves professional development goals.· Evaluates knowledge and nursing practice of peers, recognizing strengths, providing constructive feedback and maintaining caring and compassionate relationships.· Evaluates patient outcomes against quality goals or benchmarks. Promotes innovation through participation in data collection, data analysis, evidence-based performance improvement plans, nursing or interdisciplinary research, and education about change methods. · Implements direct and indirect nursing care consistent with evidence-based practices, hospital policies and procedures, and scope and standards of practice.· Uses an evidence-based decision-making process to determine the patient’s priority goals and care activities.· Protects and advocates for patient safety, health and wellbeing.· Keeps the patient as the focus when exercising judgment in accepting responsibilities, seeking consultation, and assigning activities to others who carry out nursing care. · Acts as a patient advocate by partnering with the person, family, significant others, and caregivers, as appropriate, to implement and evaluate the plan of care. Assures that the plan is aligned with the patient’s physical, spiritual, and psychosocial goals, initiating changes as appropriate.· Delegates and supervises tasks consistent with other caregivers’ scope of practice, adhering to standards, regulations, and role expectations including self-care and collaborative teamwork. · Delivers care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and rights. Department specific responsibilities during each orientation: Cardiac Cath Lab· The Cath lab RN ensures the delivery of quality nursing care for cardiovascular patients undergoing a wide variety of angiographic procedures. · Maintains and handles sterile equipment under surgical conditions.· Monitors patient during a wide variety of invasive angiographic procedures including heart catheterizations, digital vascular imaging, coronary angioplasty, peripheral and renal angioplasties, pacemakers and neurovascular arteriograms.· Operates, controls quality and routinely maintains physiologic monitoring system, pressure transducers, co-oximeter, thermodilution, defibrillator, IABP and emergency equipment.· Performs calculations and measurements using data obtained from heart catheterizations. This includes cardiac outputs, pressure measurements, and resistance and valve areas.· Learns and performs scrub roll to assist physician during intra-vascular and pacemaker procedures· Utilizes Intra-vascular ultrasound under the direction of the physician.· Assists with Intra-aortic balloon pump insertion and monitoring.· Assists with temporary pacemaker insertion, setup, and monitoring.· Maintain, archive, retrieve and locate present and prior studies done in the Cath Lab.· Administer medications as ordered by physician, including those that may lead to moderate sedation following moderate sedation policy and monitoring procedures. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Attends and participates in staff meetings, Unit Based Council meetings, in-services and continuing education opportunities.· Participates in clinical looping within other departments, e.g. radiology, laboratory, blood bank, and other nursing units, etc.· Participates in the Quality Improvement process to help make decisions that focus on the patient/customer and what is best for the organization.· Follows correct procedures in unusual and emergent procedures/ situations. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Decision making impacts the employee and the wellbeing of the patient. · Promotes cost effectiveness through the proper use and conservation of supplies and equipment. Identifies cost saving measures. Assigned direct reports (not limited to the ones listed). If not applicable, please enter N/A:
Pay range: $20.53/hr - $28.54/hr The Security Officer identifies crime, security and safety risks in and around facilities and initiates appropriate action to remove or reduce those risks. Under the immediate supervision of the Security Manager. Protects and assists all patients, visitors and employees. Must wear bullet-proof vest while on duty. Must be DPSST certified or eligible. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time · Patrols hospital and grounds to prevent fires, theft, vandalism and responds to the security needs of personnel· Ensures only authorized personnel are admitted onto premises.· Maintains current information in logs.· Writes clear concise logs.· Responds to burglary, fire, panic, equipment alarms and code alerts.· Reports safety, fire and security hazards observed on routine patrols and inspections.· All equipment issued is well maintained.· Monitors and maintains CCTV system, two way radio systems, and alarm systems.· Prepares relating crime, incident, information, and lost and found reports.· Patrols Pacific University during off hours and provides back up per service contract agreement. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Assists medical staff in controlling and restraining combative patients as necessary.· May be required to be a “Personal Safety Attendant” for patients that are on a medical hold or Psych plan of care.· Stands by as requested to prevent disturbed or menacing patients, visitors, or anyone else from being a danger to themselves or others.· Conducts locks and unlocks facilities on a regular basis and additionally as requested by staff.· Provides escorts for visitors, patients and personnel to and from parking areas.· Participates in performance improvement program. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Impact limited to the employee. · No budget responsibility.
Pay range: $67,392/yr - $97,011/yr Assist in the development and implementation of a behavioral science curriculum and professional development activities for family and internal medicine residents. Teach family and internal medicine residents on an individual basis, in group settings including didactic lectures, workshops, and in seminars on behavioral science topics.Provide residents with skills needed to maintain their commitment to practicing high quality patient-focused care within a high stress work environment. Ensure compliance with Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) behavioral science/professional development requirements for family medicine residents. Provide residents with skills needed to work effectively with underserved and multi-ethnic populations. Provide clinical services in the outpatient setting inclusive of diagnostic and crisis assessment, psychological education and intervention, individual and systematic interventions and health and behavior coaching. Participate in resident evaluation and resident recruitment. Collaborate with residents, faculty and staff on additional appropriate committees, projects and administrative duties. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Provides counseling, supervision, and crisis intervention services at the Family Medicine Practice site.· Provides counseling, supervision, and crisis intervention services at the Internal Medicine Practice site.· Provides case consultation to residents and staff in a timely manner.· Assists residents in evaluating patient and family needs and in developing and implementing a care plan enabling the patient to receive the appropriate assistance from community resources.· Documents interventions in patient electronic medical record in an appropriate manner, demonstrating understanding of patient's psychosocial, medical and economic needs.· Assists residents with crisis intervention services during residency clinic sessions (including psychiatric emergencies, domestic violence, etc.).· Instructs residents in the Behavioral Science areas of clinical assessment, management and therapeutic approaches.· Facilitates resident support/Balint groups for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year residents as required.· Shadowing and video-feedback review with family medicine residents with focus on teaching patient-centered communication skills.· Coordinates and has primary teaching responsibility for the Behavioral Health Rotation including one-to-one resident teaching s with residents and outpatient psychosocial evaluation skills.· Responsible for the planning, development and implementation of the Human Behavior, Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine curriculum to fulfill the standards required by the Residency Review Committee.· Work as part of an inter-professional team in a patient-centered medical home environment.· Participates in faculty development and research in order to remain current in the field of Behavioral Science. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Occasionally rounds on Family Medicine Service patients focusing on smoking cessation, acceptance of diagnosis and transition of care for patients prior to discharge.· Conducts conferences and seminars on topics from the Core Curriculum for Human Behavior on a regular basis.· Assists in supervising residents during office sessions.· Oversees other learners (social work students, psychology externs, etc.).· Plan and facilitate resident wellness activities.· Participates in the recruitment and selection of resident applicants for the program.· Collaboration with community partners.· Occasional attendance at pertinent community based meetings.· Service on committees as needed.· Attend faculty and clinic meetings.· Perform other activities related to administrative, clinical, and teaching roles.· Participate in quality improvement activities including team-based review of chronic disease panels, development of quality improvement protocols, etc.· Continually establishes and maintains a current knowledge of community resources and various resources provided by the organization.· Attends appropriate faculty development conferences both on and off site.· Personally works on developing scholarly activities including presentation at professional meetings and publications.
Pay range: $23.39/hr - $32.75/hr The Sterile Processing Technician performs routine maintenance and preparation of instruments, supplies and equipment requiring decontamination and sterilization in a medical facility by following recommended best practices. Facilitates and coordinates availability of instrumentation and supplies in support of perioperative service. Acts as a liaison between perioperative departments. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Utilizes SPM (Sterile Processing Management) system for tracking and recording of surgical instrumentation sterilization processes and Surgical Case Carts. · Maintains accurate records of equipment function. · Appropriately operates equipment including, but not limited to cart washers, ultrasonic, sterilizers, computers and telephones. Trouble shoots routine problems, performs routine maintenance. · Performs all assignments within Sterile Processing, with minimal or no supervision. · Communicates effectively with surgical personnel and acts as liaison between surgery and sterile processing department. · Maintains inventory of sterile supplies and equipment in departments. · Restocks code carts according to par levels and current supply list and documents on code cart log. · Evaluates and addresses needs lists to ensure complete and timely case carts to Surgical Services. · Monitors and maintains working order of surgical instruments. Follows department protocol to send instruments for repair in a timely manner. · Works with Business Manager, Inventory Specialist and OR Service Line Coordinators for supply placement. · Secures department and turns off equipment before closing department each day. · Conducts rounds on designated nursing units to gather equipment for reprocessing · Follows current manufacturer’s Instructions for Use (IFU’s) to sterilize and maintain sterile supplies and instruments. · Provides perioperative Services, Birth Center and various clinics with clean, complete and sterile instrument sets to use in procedures. · Prepares complete sterile and non-sterile trays for use in nursing and other patient care departments. · Prioritizes and coordinates instrument and supply availability with surgery requirements. · Maintain a clean and organized work area. · Willingly shares knowledge and identifies opportunities for betterment of the team. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Participates in continuing education programs to maintain and improve skill level.· Attends and participates in staff meetings.· Welcomes and assists in the training, orientation and onboarding of new team members· Supports efforts, as needed, house wide to improve patient care. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Decision impact limited to the employee. · Maintain fiscal responsibility in areas that are under their control. (Including but not limited to incremental OT, supply waste etc.)
Pay Range: $20.48 to $28.23 The role of Laboratory Assistant encompasses many areas of the laboratory. Laboratory Assistants perform phlebotomy and drug screen collections; receive and process specimens; occasionally perform some technical procedures under direct supervision; access information in computer, register patients, order tests and perform charting functions. They play a key role in the pre-analytic and post-analytic process of specimen testing. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time -- · Performs phlebotomy collections from inpatients and outpatients, assuring proper patient identification prior to collection; properly labeling specimens; and promptly assuring specimen is received into the laboratory for testing.· Assures that samples are processed promptly and distributed to appropriate testing location.· Provides input for revising and presenting new procedures for Clinical Services and/or work team.· Keeps work areas clean and well stocked. Assists with supply ordering and restocking, as needed.· Performs computer registration and order entry for patients and/or received specimens.· Maintains competency and performs drug screen collections to meet Federal guidelines.· Communicates with physicians, nursing staff and Clinical Services Team to ensure proper procurement of specimens, and that correct orders are placed.· Distributes completed patient reports to appropriate locations.· Calls abnormal results as specified in laboratory policies or by specified provider request.· Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served, neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.· Follows up unusual test requests by researching and consulting with appropriate reference laboratories to assure correct testing is performed.· Arranges for couriers and cabs for prompt specimen pickup, as needed.· Follows up all problems or errors by collecting documentation for Lab Director and/or pathologists, assisting with reviewing problem and retraining of staff involved.· Aids in solving problems or concerns regarding specimen, paperwork or test results.· Aids in answering phones, taking orders and transmitting results to authorized personnel. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Looks for ways to improve customer service.· Supports team and patient care during absence of co-workers by being available to cover vacation and sick time.· Acquires accurate billing related information from providers when needed.· Participates in training of employees to assure that all lab staff receives appropriate training and maintain competency in Clinical Services. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Limited to the employee.
Pay range: $36.89/hr - $53.50/hr plus $3.20/hr night shift differential Position Summary The Respiratory Therapist participates in planning, delivering, controlling and evaluating safe and effective diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory therapy services. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Independently performs respiratory diagnostic testing, including stress treadmill testing and EKG’s.· Performs respiratory treatments as listed on the orientation checklist according to departmental procedures. · Administers respiratory medication safely following hospital and departmental policies.· Documents assessments, treatments and medications accurately utilizing hospital and departmental formats.· As a member of the Code Blue team, provides cardiopulmonary resuscitation.· Maintains emergency resuscitation equipment and other equipment, in proper working condition.· Participates in establishing a system to maintain a clean, well-organized, safe environment; reports potential safety hazards.· Assists in maintaining adequate respiratory therapy supplies in the department and in-patient care areas.· Participates in evaluation of new procedures and equipment.· Demonstrates confidentiality according to PHI regarding patient and co-worker information· Participates with physicians, therapists and other members of the health team in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of care plans for respiratory patients.· Organizes, delivers, and evaluates respiratory care based on physician’s orders and individual needs of the patient.· Instructs patients and caregivers about respiratory treatments and issues.· Participates in a comprehensive inter-shift report of all patients receiving respiratory services and other reportable information.· Executes round to cardiopulmonary patients and assesses status.· Reports discrepancies in care through proper mechanism.· Assists in maintaining quality assurance monitors as communicated with Department Manager.· Participates in retrospective analysis of all aspects of respiratory care in accordance with JCAHO standards.· Participates in all required meetings.· Reports unexpected changes in patient condition. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Participates in ongoing education and staff development programs.· Participates in all required meetings.· Participates in evaluation of new equipment.· Assists with EEGs as needed.· Participates in ongoing education and staff development programs. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Impact limited to the employee and patient. · No budget responsibility.
