Pay range: $36.89/hr - $53.50/hr plus $2.75/hr night shift differential The Surgical Technologist participates as part of the surgical team in assisting nursing staff in support services necessary for safe and efficient care of patients within various areas of surgical services. Assists at the surgical field passing instruments and supplies to other members of the surgical team and maintains the sterile field. Participates in acquiring, preparing, and equipping the surgical suites. Ensures the delivery of quality care for patients undergoing surgical procedures in accordance with individual needs, standards of care, and hospital policy. Assists in non-surgical patient intervention under the direct supervision of a physician or RN. May serve as a Core Technician, with responsibility for maintaining sterile technique and providing supplies and instruments as requested. Added job functions may include being responsible for staff education, inventory, vendor management, effective physician relationships, birth certificate processing or other administrative duties. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Performs scrub duties for all specialties that may require surgical intervention.· Protects equipment from damage/misuse; reports damage/misuse and or malfunction to appropriate personnel.· Develops and maintains two-way communications with physicians, staff and management.· Precepts and trains new scrub technologist and student technologist. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Informs appropriate person to make changes on preference cards when requested by physician.· Participates in new supply/equipment evaluation and implementation.· Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-services and continuing education opportunities.· Participates in vendor monitoring and management in accordance with department/hospital procedures/protocols. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Impact limited to the employee.· No budget responsibility.
Pay Range: $36.89/hour - $53.50/hour Position Summary – The Surgical Technologist participates as part of the surgical team in assisting nursing staff in support services necessary for safe and efficient care of patients within various areas of surgical services. Assists at the surgical field passing instruments and supplies to other members of the surgical team and maintains the sterile field. Participates in acquiring, preparing, and equipping the surgical suites. Ensures the delivery of quality care for patients undergoing surgical procedures in accordance with individual needs, standards of care, and hospital policy. Assists in non-surgical patient intervention under the direct supervision of a physician or RN. May serve as a Core Technician, with responsibility for maintaining sterile technique and providing supplies and instruments as requested. Added job functions may include being responsible for staff education, inventory, vendor management, effective physician relationships, birth certificate processing or other administrative duties. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time: · Performs scrub duties for all specialties that may require surgical intervention.· Protects equipment from damage/misuse; reports damage/misuse and or malfunction to appropriate personnel.· Develops and maintains two-way communications with physicians, staff and management.· Precepts and trains new scrub technologist and student technologist. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Informs appropriate person to make changes on preference cards when requested by physician.· Participates in new supply/equipment evaluation and implementation.· Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-services and continuing education opportunities.· Participates in vendor monitoring and management in accordance with department/hospital procedures/protocols. 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. Assigned direct reports (not limited to the ones listed): · N/A
Pay range: $17.79/hr - $24.38/hr 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
Pay range: $42.45/hr - $61.98/hr The Staff Sonographer functions as a healthcare provider who, working under the delegated authority of the supervising physician, serves as a medical imaging professional providing clinically relevant information to assist the physician with the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Responsibilities include providing diagnostic medical sonography services and its various clinical specialties. The professional level of this health care service requires highly skilled and competent individuals who function as integral members of the health care team. Must be able to produce and evaluate ultrasound images and related data that are used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis. Must acquire and maintain specialized technical skills and medical knowledge to render quality patient care. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Obtains, reviews and brings together pertinent patient history, physical examination, and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic results.· Perform the diagnostic medical sonography examination ordered by the supervising physician in accordance with professional and facility protocols. · Apply independent, professional, judgement to ensure a complete exam is obtained and prepare a written and/or verbal preliminary report for the physician. · Performs quality control functions in ultrasound in association with department quality control program.· Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies and procedures. · Foster a collaborative atmosphere with other members of the healthcare team.· Maintains appropriate supply levels and/or assists others.· Transports patients as necessary.· Communicate with patients in a manner appropriate to the patient’s ability to understand and appropriately explain the examination. · Assists in patient scheduling. · Willing to work different shifts as needed for the department.· Performs after hours exams on call back basis per department protocol and as requested by supervisor. · Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of the procedure rooms and surrounding areas. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Completes required continuing education per ARDMS guidelines.· Assists in evaluating new products and equipment.· Assists in training and instruction of new sonographers and students.· Participates in scheduled staff/department meetings.· Helps maintain protocols, procedure and reference manuals. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Decision impact limited to the employee.· No budget responsibility.
Each employee will demonstrate a commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity and inclusion. Employees will strive to honor the uniqueness of each individual, challenge stereotypes, display sensitivity and respect, promote inclusion and serve as advocates for the under-represented and underserved. This job description is designed to outline primary duties, expectations, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the employee nor the organization to just the work identified. Employees may be called upon to perform tasks outside of the scope of this job description to help ensure the success of our mission.
Position Summary The Occupational Therapist functions as a member of the patient care team by providing occupational therapy services and is accountable for assessment, treatment, and education of patients with the appropriate documentation of such care. Responsible for supervising the patient care activities of their assistant, aide, students and to assist with other educational and research activities conducted by the department or hospital. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Documents patient evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge in a timely manner, using EMR.· Documents in a comprehensive manner that is compliant with local, state, and federal laws and hospital policy.· Bills in congruence with documented patient treatment.· Supervises patient care activities completed by the OT assistant, aide, and / or student. · Achieves patient care productivity standards established by department· Provides evidenced based occupational therapy to, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages.· Collaborates effectively with case management regarding discharge plan and recommendations.· Prioritizes patient care appropriately, coordinating duties and clinic resources in an effective manner. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Communicates concerns about patient’s medical status with provider as needed.· Participates in continuing education seminars, department in-services, safety training and other educational opportunities within the hospital and community; uses new knowledge as appropriate situations arise.· Participates in performance reviews.· Completes patient safety incident reports as needed. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Impact limited to the employee and the wellbeing of the patient. · Takes an active role in helping the department meet budgetary goals.
Position Summary The Physical Therapist functions as a member of the patient care team by providing physical therapy services and is accountable for assessment, treatment and education of patients with the appropriate documentation of such care. Responsible for supervising the patient care activities of physical therapist assistants, aides and students. The physical therapist is involved in helping the department meet productivity standards and participate in educational activities, program development and research activities conducted by the department or hospital. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Provides evidence based physical therapy evaluations and treatments to adolescent, adult and geriatric patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages.· Documents patient evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge in a timely manner using EMR.· Documents in a comprehensive manner that is compliant with local, state, and federal laws and hospital policy.· Bills in congruence with documented patient treatment· Achieves patient care productivity standards established by department· Supervises patient care activities completed by the PT Assistant, Aide and/or student.· Collaborates effectively with case management regarding discharge plan and recommendations. · Prioritizes patient care appropriately, coordinating duties and clinic resources in an effective manner. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Communicates concerns about patient’s medical status with provider as needed.· Participates in continuing education seminars, department in-services, safety training and other educational opportunities within the hospital and community; uses new knowledge as appropriate situations arise.· Participates in performance reviews.· Completes patient safety incident reports as needed. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Decision impact limited to the employee and the wellbeing of the patient.· Takes an active role in helping the department meet budgetary goals.
Pay range: $45.61/hr - $68.49/hr The intended start date for the Fall Nurse Residency cohort is June, 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:Progressive Care Unit (PCU)- The PCU RN is responsible for assessing patient needs, planning, and coordinating interventions and consultations- Procedures and treatments provided in the PCU including but not limited to the management of central lines, chest tubes, continuous bladder irrigation, fluid and electrolyte intravenous replacement, and complex wound care. - Patient population and diagnosis’ includes acute stroke, acute STEMI, acute psychosis/psychological emergencies, ARDS, COVID, and sepsis. Patients frequently present with complex medical histories.- Participates in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team using effective communication and conflict management skills.- Adapts care to accommodate unexpected changes in patient status. Communicates patient needs and changes in condition to physician, team members and/or family.- Provide continuing care and monitoring of PCU patients in locations outside of PCU 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 April 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. 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: Operating Room (OR)- The perioperative nurse, in partnership with other members of the perioperative team provides comprehensive surgical care to patients throughout the lifespan on both a routine and emergent basis. - The perioperative RN is responsible for assessing patient risks and needs in the perioperative environment to ensure the safest possible surgical experience. RNs, upon completion of the specialty training program, will be competent in the roles of circulator and scrub nurse.- The OR RN is responsible for planning, coordinating and documenting activities including but not limited to the following: strong observation and communication skills, excellent knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques, vigilant surveillance of sterile field to prevent contamination, strong surgical conscious with the ability to identify and correct issues in real time, proper positioning techniques to maximize surgical visualization while protecting patient from injury, assessment and preparation for fire risk, assessment and prevention of physical and chemical burn risk, understanding of pathophysiology and response to surgical emergencies such as malignant hyperthermia, hemorrhage or laryngospasm, comfort with handling blood and specimens, assist with intubation and various intravascular lines, understanding of medical gasses and their uses, ability to function calmly in a high stress environment, often under time pressure, ability to change direction/plan rapidly, ability to maintain focus and strong attention to detail, ability to sit and stand for long periods of time, physical stamina to be moving/walking for extended periods of the day and to reach high or low to the ground as needed, and understanding of cleaning practices in OR’s. The nurse will need to learn the differences in instrumentation and have basic mechanical abilities. 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: · N/A
Pay range: $21.35/hr - $29.69/hr plus 10% per diem differential The Admitting Representative is a unique role that welcomes the patient into the care delivery setting, providing direction and assistance while ensuring customer satisfaction by offering solution to patient/visitor concerns and demonstrating knowledge and skills necessary to communicate with diverse population. Initiates the administrative system which lays the groundwork for the patient’s clinical care as well as the financial documentation during registration by interviewing patients and/or family members, collecting appropriate co-pays or deposits, obtaining signatures on legal consents and insurance forms, entering demographic and insurance information according to service provided, patient need, payer requirements and hospital policy. Supports the practice by providing excellent customer service, demonstrating professional communication on the phone and in face-to-face customer contact, problem-solving, and functioning as a team member to other staff. May float to emergency room, multiple inpatient/outpatient service locations, including the switchboard requiring an understanding of the facility codes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time: · Accurately completes compliance documentation for patient admissions as required according to patient service, payer requirements and hospital policy.· Obtains signatures on applicable registration documentation.· Registers according to physician’s orders.· Maintains equipment and reports failure promptly to facilitate repairs.· Attends department and other meetings.· Collects co-pay/deductible/deposit per EMTALA laws & organization policy and drops off money on a timely manner.· Scans insurance card(s) and picture ID of each patient into the account · Verifies insurance using electronic insurance verification systems.· Completes registration auditing as needed.· Maintains resource documents (i.e. procedure manuals, reference books, user manuals, etc.) and knows how to look up a policy online.· Asks patient for all information and keys accurate patient demographics.· Distributes workers compensation documents as required by payers.· Responds to customer needs in person and over the telephone in a courteous and constructive manner.· Maintains integrity of the safe and its contents.· Monitors alarms and reports alarm to engineering staff or pages overhead as necessary. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Performs downtime procedures.· Performs functions of PBX operator (switchboard) as needed.· Arranges patient transportation as needed.· Performs patient, visitor and employee medical screening as needed. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Decision impact limited to the employee.· No budget responsibilities. Assigned direct reports: · N/A
Pay range: $40.42/hr - $59.01/hr Works under the direction of a board certified radiologist and is directly responsible for the optimal completion of all procedures utilizing the magnetic resonance imaging scanner. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Obtains and maintains proficiency in IV starts for contrast administration.· Begins and ends exams and documents appropriately in Epic. · Assists in providing care for moderate and deep sedation patients.· Mandatory participation in standby rotation as required or assigned by lead technologist.· 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.· Maintains a log of all patients, procedures, complications, and system problems.· Describes and applies the physics behind the MRI system.· Performs quality control functions in MRI in accordance with department quality control process.· Assists physicians as necessary.· Assists in patient scheduling.· Transports patients as necessary. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Participates in scheduled staff/department meetings. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Impact limited to the employee.
Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000 Pay range: $45.61/hr - $68.49/hr plus $6.00/hr night shift differential About the Women's and Children's Center:- Approximately 60-70 deliveries per month- Care provided to low and moderate risk LDRP patients- Level 2 NICU and Pediatric services provided- RT and Pediatric Hospitalist team available 24/7- OB anesthesia provided by CRNA’s that are in house- 1 Operating Room; 2 triage rooms; 14 LDRP’s; 8 NICU/Peds rooms- Jacuzzi tubs available- Inpatient lactation services- Prenatal education classes and Baby Club provided- Active Unit Based CouncilThe RN for Women’s and Children’s Center ensures the delivery of quality nursing care to patients throughout the Women’s & Children’s Center, including those who require cardiac monitoring, in accordance with age related and individual needs, physician’s orders, hospital policy, standards of care and nursing practice. Responsible for the assessment of patient needs, planning nursing care based on those needs, and ensuring that the plan of care is implemented, documented and evaluated according to the nursing process. Demonstrates skill sets and competencies that are needed to accept a regular patient care assignment in a minimum of two areas within the Women’s & Children’s Center, including neonatal intensive care, pediatrics, labor and delivery, or post-partum. As needed by the hospital the expectations of additional areas of assignment will be considered. Supervises care given by supportive staff including techs and CNA’s. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time -- please start with the responsibilities that are the most time consuming: · Administers and documents medications/IV’s fluids safely and accurately following hospital policy.· Provide developmental care.· Derives nursing goals from assessment data to identify expected patient outcomes.· Collaborates with patient, partner and health care team to develop individualized goals and plan of care.· Provide concise, pertinent report to health care team, physicians, and clinical managers. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Participates in nursing in-services, conferences, designated meetings and continuing education programs. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Impact limited to the employee.
Pay range uncertified: $22.42/hr - $31.15/hrPay range certified: $23.54/hr - $ 32.71/hr The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting providers with specific patient procedures relevant to each clinic and ensuring the delivery of quality care to patients in accordance with individual needs, physician orders and standards of care, as represented through patient care policies. Must be able and willing to handle all front and back-office tasks within the clinic according to established procedures and protocols, as to provide a seamless experience for the patient. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Performed majority of the time -- · Schedules patient appointments using EMR and within provider guidelines. Checks in patients to include gathering patient information, entering into computer, handles insurance information and collects co-pays appropriately.· Checks out patients to include addressing any additional patient concerns or needs. · Obtains prior medical records and studies if appropriate.· Documents data (i.e. vital signs, weights) on patient charts to communicate with team members Responds to correspondence as appropriate, by telephone and/or in writing.· Maintains organized work area.· Sends copies of chart notes to primary care physicians as needed. · Assists patients to exam rooms.· Contacts patients with lab and x-ray results and documents phone calls.· Obtains specimens and performs laboratory work and documents data in patient record.· Performs injections, venipuncture, EKG.· Keeps exam rooms orderly and clean between patients.· Prepares exam room/minor surgery for procedures.· Assists the physician with sterile, wound management, and in-office procedure(s).Performs sterile processing of instruments, as needed.· Performs opening and closing procedures in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.· Communicates information to patients according to protocols.· Provides patient education as appropriate to situation.· Promotes accident prevention and reports potential hazards to maintain a safe environment.· Responds to emergency situations and contacts emergency services as needed.· Reviews/updates patient medications.· As directed by the provider(s), performs or assists with procedures specific to the clinic.· Initiates Delegated Protocols as appropriate.· Performs limited x-ray (certification required).· Trains and mentors Clinical Assistants Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Attends monthly staff meeting.· Communicates supply needs in a timely manner to the ordering person.· Reads insurance updates.
Pay range: $20.48/hr - $28.23/hr plus $2.50/hr night shift differential 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.
Pay range: $20.48/hr - $28.23/hr CNA1, $21.35/hr - $29.69/hr CNA2 This job posting could be filled with either a CNA1 or CNA2 candidate. CNA I or CNA2 assists with the nursing care of patients. Provides comfort services and assistance with activities of daily living. Under supervision and directed by the RN or LPN. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Assists with ambulation, lifting, and transferring patients from stretcher to bed, bed to wheelchair.· Provides skin care to prevent skin breakdown.· Collects specimens· Measures intake and output and percent of food consumed.· Records vital signs, weight and ADL’s.· Applies binders, ace bandages, non-sterile compresses.· Applies vaginal pads.· Applies Aqua-K pads, ice bags, and collars.· Provides appropriate bowel care, including enema administration and ostomy care.· Provides post-mortem care.· Discharges and transfers patients, assists in admissions.· Provides catheter care and peri-care.· Assists with sterile dressing changes and application of cast.· Prepares patient for surgery.· Performs range of motion and patient positioning techniques, as directed.· Changes bed linens.· Assists patient with personal hygiene, grooming, dressing.· Performs personal services such as operating TV, radio and recreational therapy projects.· Assists with transportation of patients, supplies, etc. as requested.· Performs BLS or other duties in an emergency situation as directed by licensed staff.· After appropriate training and competency verification, may be assigned these additional tasks as defined by OAR 851-060-0930 and specifically designated by the director of nursing to the unit to which the CNA I is assigned.· Tasks associated with communication and interpersonal skills.· Utilizing de-escalation techniques.· Assisting with coughing and deep breathing.· Handling and disposal of hazardous wastes.· Handling of contaminated materials.· Implementing precautions associated with communicable and infectious diseases.· Using lifts and safe client handling devices.· Turning oxygen on and off or transferring oxygen between wall and tank at pre-established flow rate for stable clients.· Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.· Change simple, nonsterile dressings using aseptic technique when no wound debridement or packing is involved.· Suction oral pharynx.· Administer douches.· Insert OTC suppositories for bowel care.· Insert OTC vaginal suppositories and vaginal cream.· Clean ostomy site and change dressings or appliances for established, nonacute ostomies.· Apply topical OTC creams and ointments for prophylactic treatment of skin conditions.· Attach and detach established pulse oximeter.· Documents on graphic record, fluid balance record and nursing record when appropriate.· Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages, and according to their culture, ethnicity, and belief systems, as directed by the RN, LPN, Supervisor, or Director of Nursing.· Reports changes and unexpected findings in patient condition to RN· Motivates and assists patients to eat and take fluids.· Provides patients and family members with effective encouragement and support.· Assists, supports and acknowledges other team members. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Participates in staff development activities for the unit.· Participates in Quality Improvement process to help make decisions that focus on the customer and are best for the organization. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Impacted limited to the employee and the wellbeing of the patient.
Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000 Pay range: $48.08/hr - $72.61/hr The Registered Nurse First Assistant assists the primary surgeon in a non-physician first assistant role during the perioperative phases of patient care to include handling tissue, providing aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure and suturing of wounds, and dressing application for multi-specialties. Practices under the on-site (in-house) supervision and direction of the surgeon performing the surgical procedure. Collaborates and coordinates with the circulating nurse to perform routine and delegated duties according to established community and national standards. Also, functions in circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse roles as needed.The ultimate decision as to the need for a surgical assistant remains with the primary operating surgeon. It is the surgeon’s responsibility to designate the most appropriate level of first assistant based on the characteristics of the patient, procedure and the operating environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time -- please start with the responsibilities that are the most time consuming: · Participates in Time Out (pause for universal identification protocol) with surgeon, and other members of surgical team.· Applies extremity tourniquets, dressings, splints, casts and or traction according to physician orders and/or department standards of practice.· Assists in proper care, handling and storage of surgical instruments and equipment.· Assists in room clean up and turnover procedures according to department guidelines.· Follows correct course of action in various CODE procedures.· Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages.· Protects equipment from damage/misuse; reports damage/misuse and or malfunction to appropriate personnel.· Facilitates and maintains two-way communication between surgeon, staff and management. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Functions in the role of preceptor for new and or orienting personnel.· Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-services and continuing education opportunities. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Impact limited to the employee and the wellbeing of the patient.· No budget responsibility.
Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000 Pay range: $19.49/hr - $26.90/hr Under direct supervision of an operating engineer. Operating and maintaining physical plant equipment. Using all necessary safety precautions, replaces lamps, hangs shelving, picture checks fire extinguishers and competes minor work request. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Repairs plumbing fixtures as associated with sinks, showers, etc.· Repairs patient beds and other engineering equipment· Participates in all required hospital educational programs. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Performs and documents fire extinguisher inspections. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Decision impact limited to the employee.· No budget responsibility Assigned direct reports: · N/A
Pay range: $50.49/hr - $76.24/hr plus 10% per diem differential Functions in a leadership role within the hospital. Works closely with Directors and CCO in overall planning for nursing department. Helps direct nursing department clinical operations. Represents hospital administration, department heads and nursing administration in the absence of those personnel. Directs/coordinates all departments’ activities and represents administrative staff in their absence. Acts as the lead supervisor for shift. Responsible for managing relief supervisors including hiring, supervision, and performance development of relief supervisors. Responsible for preparing staff schedules as assigned. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Relief Supervisors: refers issues regarding hiring and compensation to appropriate managers.· Assist with orientation by monitoring the progress of CRU staff and 60401 Nurse Techs.· Monitor competency of agency staff.· Participates in decision making which affects on-going Nursing Department activity.· Supervisors: attends Nurse Management Council and Nursing Administration Group meetings.· Relief Supervisors: attends Nurse Management Council meetings.· Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established policies and procedures:o Location of Hot File and knows contents.o Articulates how to call codes.o Knows location of fire extinguishers, fire alarm, emergency equipment, O2 shut off procedures.· Supervisor coordinates high census meeting and plan. Facilitate resolution for conflicts about patient placement (right place, right skill set, right time).· Utilizes basic crisis intervention skills during Code Blue events.· Acts as a resource and consultant, consistently utilizing problem-solving techniques, in the assessment and resolution of concerns and conflicts.· CRU schedules are developed by shift supervisors (N/A for relief supervisors unless assigned). · Prepares staff schedules, including obtaining director approval, timely distribution, to assure adequate availability of staff for patient care.· Follows staffing plan and adjusts daily staffing assignments to provide maximum utilization of personnel to meet patient care requirements.· Assists in patient placement process to meet patient care needs and facilitate best nursing staff utilization.· Coordinates staff assignments to accommodate expected and unexpected changes in patient status.· Facilitates appropriate procurement of per diem (agency) staff by:o Assist with unit’s requests.o Obtain Directors’ approvals as applicable.· Facilitates efficient management of low census by receiving notice from unit managers regarding employees subject to low census and assigning such staff as needed, communicating the final assignment to the original unit and if the staff member is unable to be assigned notifies the unit manager. · Demonstrates fiscal responsibility by providing documentation to account for resource utilization.o Electronic Sitter Log to Log and monitor 1:1 & 1:2 C.N.A, as part of staffing.o Supervisor documents variances on staffing worksheets.· Shares and disseminates information to staff to keep them informed of policy changes and corporate and departmental financial status. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Attends job related education opportunities to promote managerial and professional growth.· Procures supplies, patient records etc. as needed.· Coordinates the activities of all departments in the absence of administration.· For Med/Surg., Resource RN’s & C.N.A.’s: participate in hiring activities as requested. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Impact limited to the employee.
Pay range: $20.48/hr - $28.23/hr CNA1, $21.35/hr - $29.69/hr CNA2 plus 10% per diem differential This job posting could be filled with either a CNA1 or CNA2 candidate. CNA I or CNA2 assists with the nursing care of patients. Provides comfort services and assistance with activities of daily living. Under supervision and directed by the RN or LPN. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time: · Assists with ambulation, lifting, and transferring patients from stretcher to bed, bed to wheelchair.· Provides skin care to prevent skin breakdown.· Collects specimens· Measures intake and output and percent of food consumed.· Records vital signs, weight and ADL’s.· Applies binders, ace bandages, non-sterile compresses.· Applies vaginal pads.· Applies Aqua-K pads, ice bags, and collars.· Provides appropriate bowel care, including enema administration and ostomy care.· Provides post-mortem care.· Discharges and transfers patients, assists in admissions.· Provides catheter care and peri-care.· Assists with sterile dressing changes and application of cast.· Prepares patient for surgery.· Performs range of motion and patient positioning techniques, as directed.· Changes bed linens.· Assists patient with personal hygiene, grooming, dressing.· Performs personal services such as operating TV, radio and recreational therapy projects.· Assists with transportation of patients, supplies, etc. as requested.· Performs BLS or other duties in an emergency situation as directed by licensed staff.· After appropriate training and competency verification, may be assigned these additional tasks as defined by OAR 851-060-0930 and specifically designated by the director of nursing to the unit to which the CNA I is assigned.· Tasks associated with communication and interpersonal skills.· Utilizing de-escalation techniques.· Assisting with coughing and deep breathing.· Handling and disposal of hazardous wastes.· Handling of contaminated materials.· Implementing precautions associated with communicable and infectious diseases.· Using lifts and safe client handling devices.· Turning oxygen on and off or transferring oxygen between wall and tank at pre-established flow rate for stable clients.· Performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.· Change simple, nonsterile dressings using aseptic technique when no wound debridement or packing is involved.· Suction oral pharynx.· Administer douches.· Insert OTC suppositories for bowel care.· Insert OTC vaginal suppositories and vaginal cream.· Clean ostomy site and change dressings or appliances for established, nonacute ostomies.· Apply topical OTC creams and ointments for prophylactic treatment of skin conditions.· Attach and detach established pulse oximeter.· Documents on graphic record, fluid balance record and nursing record when appropriate.· Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult patients based on principles of growth and development and life stages, and according to their culture, ethnicity, and belief systems, as directed by the RN, LPN, Supervisor, or Director of Nursing.· Reports changes and unexpected findings in patient condition to RN· Motivates and assists patients to eat and take fluids.· Provides patients and family members with effective encouragement and support.· Assists, supports and acknowledges other team members. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Participates in staff development activities for the unit.· Participates in Quality Improvement process to help make decisions that focus on the customer and are best for the organization. Decision making and budget responsibilities: · Impacted limited to the employee and the wellbeing of the patient.
Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000 Pay range: $45.61/hr - $68.49/hr plus $6.00/hr night shift differential About the Women's and Children's Center:- Approximately 70 deliveries per month- Care provided to low and moderate risk LDRP patients- Level 2 NICU and Pediatric services provided- RT and Pediatric Hospitalist team available 24/7- OB anesthesia provided by CRNA’s that are in house- 1 Operating Room; 2 triage rooms; 14 LDRP’s; 8 NICU/Peds rooms- Jacuzzi tubs available- Inpatient lactation services- Prenatal education classes and Baby Club provided- Active Unit Based CouncilThe RN for Women’s and Children’s Center ensures the delivery of quality nursing care to patients throughout the Women’s & Children’s Center, including those who require cardiac monitoring, in accordance with age related and individual needs, physician’s orders, hospital policy, standards of care and nursing practice. Responsible for the assessment of patient needs, planning nursing care based on those needs, and ensuring that the plan of care is implemented, documented and evaluated according to the nursing process. Demonstrates skill sets and competencies that are needed to accept a regular patient care assignment in a minimum of two areas within the Women’s & Children’s Center, including neonatal intensive care, pediatrics, labor and delivery, or post-partum. As needed by the hospital the expectations of additional areas of assignment will be considered. Supervises care given by supportive staff including techs and CNA’s. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Performed majority of the time -- please start with the responsibilities that are the most time consuming: · Administers and documents medications/IV’s fluids safely and accurately following hospital policy.· Provide developmental care.· Derives nursing goals from assessment data to identify expected patient outcomes.· Collaborates with patient, partner and health care team to develop individualized goals and plan of care.· Provide concise, pertinent report to health care team, physicians, and clinical managers. Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job: · Participates in nursing in-services, conferences, designated meetings and continuing education programs. Decision making and budget responsibilities (e.g. impact limited to the employee, entire unit or organization-wide): · Impact limited to the employee.