Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Technician – Laboratory (FTN W/Th/F 7p-7a)

Position Summary:

Assumes, under the direction of the Director, Laboratory, and responsibility for patient specimen testing, quality control, quality improvement and equipment maintenance. Accurately and promptly performs a variety of chemical, microscopic and bacteriologic tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Responds to physicians and hospital staff in a professional manner, remembering that patient care is our first concern.

Work Schedule:

Flexible schedules to cover all shifts and weekends, as hospital needs demand.

Primary Duties

Performs laboratory procedures in a timely manner, documents required information and communications to primary physician and direct care staff any pertinent information.
Coordinates and assists in the care of patients to deliver timely, high quality patient testing results.
Collaborates with staff, physicians, patients and family members to provide information necessary to provide high quality patient care.
Responds to physicians and hospital staff in a professional manner. Demonstrates positive interpersonal communication skills when relating to external customers. Is effective in interacting with and problem solving.
Maintains a high degree of professionalism towards patients. Informs and explains procedures to patients and what is expected in terms of his/her cooperation.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
Provides comprehensive direct patient care and assures a safe and comforting environment.
Applies the principles of Performance Improvement and works in a team environment to improve patient outcomes.
Performs Point of Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Documents required information and complies with all Point of Care quality control standards.

Department Responsibilities:

Complies with established quality control procedures. Takes and recommends corrective action and ensures proper documentation.
Completes proficiency surveys as assigned within the time frame given for completion. Adheres to all established procedures on handling and processing survey material. Assists in the review of survey results, implements corrective action, and participates in remedial training as assigned by the Director, Laboratory.
Complies with established maintenance and troubleshooting guidelines, and documents preventative maintenance for all patient testing equipment. Ensures equipment is in good working order and promptly reports malfunctions or suspicious performance. Recognizes malfunctions and takes appropriate corrective action. Assists in validation of instrument and test performance in compliance with regulatory agencies and manufacturers recommendations.
Gives input to Director, Laboratory concerning operational and capital budget planning and implementation. Effective in cost control and resource utilization.
Assists the Director, Laboratory as requested in competency assessment, review and update of job descriptions, performance evaluation functions and procedure manual revisions.
Serves as a resource to hospital staff concerning Clinical Laboratory services and patient test result interpretation. Appropriately refers questions that are beyond the scope of service and knowledge.
Accepts assignment of responsibilities within the Point of Care testing program as requested by the Director, Laboratory.
Assists in the development and on going performance of the information systems.
Assists in the selection of equipment, supplies or other resources for departmental operation.

Qualification/Specifications:

Education: Bachelor degree or equivalent in medical technology, including completion of one year of training in an approved school of medical technology Or have education and training equivalent to that specified in 42 CFR 493.1489 for personnel performing high complexity testing.
Licensure/ Certification: ASCP or eligible or equivalent registry.
Experience: Minimum of two years generalist clinical laboratory experience preferred. New graduates may be considered at the discretion of the Director, Laboratory.

Registered Nurse – PACU (FTN)

Position Summary:

This professional staff person is responsible for performing assessments, developing a plan of care and implementing and evaluating the care. The RN-Critical administers medications and treatments as ordered by physicians and in keeping with the current clinical nursing practice. Also responsible for directing, monitoring and evaluating the care delegated to non-licensed personnel. The RN-Critical leads the interdisciplinary care team for patients with primarily cardiovascular disease. In addition, the RN-Critical performs a range of technical services in a cross-functional mode to comprehensively serve patient needs. Assumes (under the direction of the Laboratory) responsibility for patient specimen testing, quality control, quality improvement and equipment maintenance.

Patient Care:

Completes admission assessment and periodic reassessments according to patient’s progress and/or unit protocols and population-specific parameters.
Documents findings and communicates all pertinent information to interdisciplinary team members as appropriate.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in the development, evaluation and revision of the plan of care as appropriate to meet the patient’s needs and goals.
Provides competent direct care and ensures the provision of a safe and comforting environment resulting in a high level of patient satisfaction.
Assists healthcare team members in the understanding of hospital policies and procedures.
Provides education to patients/families/significant others, incorporating population-specific criteria and assessment of readiness to learn.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Maintains standard precautions.
Administers medications and completes treatments according to hospital policy and within population-specific parameters.
Maintains all necessary documentation.
Facilitates discharge plan in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to use necessary patient care equipment.
Coordinates response of the interdisciplinary team to emergency situations.
Performs Point-of-Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Documents required information and complies with all Point-of-Care quality control standards.

PACU

Ability to formulate an individualized plan of care and revise plan according to the patient’s response to treatment. Evaluates plan regularly for effectiveness.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to Resource Nurse, Director and Physician.
Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring; identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately based on protocol.
Able to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients per policy.
Able to monitor hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interpret the results.
Consults other departments as appropriate to provide an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.
Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse with current state licensure or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required. BLS certification required within 30 days of employment and prior to providing direct patient care. Successful completion of ACLS certification is required for any Registered Nurse by completion of clinical orientation. Certifications will be renewed by recommended renewal date on the certification documentation.
- PALS or ENPC certification required for all Emergency Department RNs within one year of employment.
- RCIS required for Cath/EP Lab RNs within six months of eligibility. Limited Specialty License required within two months of acquiring RCIS. (excluding PRN employees)Certification(s) is to be renewed by recommended renewal date on certification card.

Patient Care Partner – Progressive Critical Care Unit (PCCU) – PRN Nights

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting clinical team members by performing a variety of duties for patients within the patient-focused care system and under the direction/supervision of a registered nurse. Assumes, under the direction of the Laboratory, responsibility for patient specimen testing, quality control, quality improvement, and equipment maintenance.

Primary Duties:

Always greets patients courteously and makes comfortable with department/surroundings.
Ensures admission chart is ready and actively assists with admission process (ID band, computer information, and consent form).
Actively participates in administering patient care and ensures a safe and comforting environment.
Responds to patients needs in a timely manner.
Assists patients with ADLs, including meals, bathing and hygiene needs.
Performs/assists with range of motion exercises and progressive ambulation as directed by RN.
Performs/assists with positioning patients and transferring patients from bed to chair or wheelchair or stretcher. Transports patients as needed.
Reports changes in condition to the RN in a timely manner.
Maintains personal responsibility for clinical growth and development.
Applies the knowledge of growth and development to appropriate patient populations.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Maintains standard precautions.
Performs Point of Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Documents required information and complies with all Point of Care quality control standards.
This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because of the essential duties of the job involves critical medical care to patients. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness or death. This position is required to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate required.
Licensure/Certification: None required. CNA, MA and/or paramedic certification (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) paramedic certification) preferred. BLS certification required within the first 30 days of employment. Certification is to be renewed by recommended renewal date on certification card. Basic EKG skills required within 6 months of employment.
Experience: With CNA, MA and/or paramedic certification, no experience required. Without CNA, MA or paramedic certification, minimum of one year patient care experience in a nursing home or hospital (acute care setting preferred) or one year nursing school required.

Patient Care Partner – Progressive Critical Care Unit (PCCU) – Part-Time Nights

Position Summary:

Primary Duties:

Always greets patients courteously and makes comfortable with department/surroundings.
Ensures admission chart is ready and actively assists with admission process (ID band, computer information, and consent form).
Actively participates in administering patient care and ensures a safe and comforting environment.
Responds to patients needs in a timely manner.
Assists patients with ADLs, including meals, bathing and hygiene needs.
Performs/assists with range of motion exercises and progressive ambulation as directed by RN.
Performs/assists with positioning patients and transferring patients from bed to chair or wheelchair or stretcher. Transports patients as needed.
Reports changes in condition to the RN in a timely manner.
Maintains personal responsibility for clinical growth and development.
Applies the knowledge of growth and development to appropriate patient populations.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Maintains standard precautions.
Performs Point of Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Documents required information and complies with all Point of Care quality control standards.
This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because of the essential duties of the job involves critical medical care to patients. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness or death. This position is required to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate required.
Licensure/Certification: None required. CNA, MA and/or paramedic certification (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) paramedic certification) preferred. BLS certification required within the first 30 days of employment. Certification is to be renewed by recommended renewal date on certification card. Basic EKG skills required within 6 months of employment.
Experience: With CNA, MA and/or paramedic certification, no experience required. Without CNA, MA or paramedic certification, minimum of one year patient care experience in a nursing home or hospital (acute care setting preferred) or one year nursing school required.

Patient Care Partner – Progressive Critical Care Unit (PCCU) – Full-Time Weekend Option

Position Summary:

Primary Duties:

Always greets patients courteously and makes comfortable with department/surroundings.
Ensures admission chart is ready and actively assists with admission process (ID band, computer information, and consent form).
Actively participates in administering patient care and ensures a safe and comforting environment.
Responds to patients needs in a timely manner.
Assists patients with ADLs, including meals, bathing and hygiene needs.
Performs/assists with range of motion exercises and progressive ambulation as directed by RN.
Performs/assists with positioning patients and transferring patients from bed to chair or wheelchair or stretcher. Transports patients as needed.
Reports changes in condition to the RN in a timely manner.
Maintains personal responsibility for clinical growth and development.
Applies the knowledge of growth and development to appropriate patient populations.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Maintains standard precautions.
Performs Point of Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Documents required information and complies with all Point of Care quality control standards.
This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because of the essential duties of the job involves critical medical care to patients. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness or death. This position is required to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate required.
Licensure/Certification: None required. CNA, MA and/or paramedic certification (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) paramedic certification) preferred. BLS certification required within the first 30 days of employment. Certification is to be renewed by recommended renewal date on certification card. Basic EKG skills required within 6 months of employment.
Experience: With CNA, MA and/or paramedic certification, no experience required. Without CNA, MA or paramedic certification, minimum of one year patient care experience in a nursing home or hospital (acute care setting preferred) or one year nursing school required.

Patient Care Partner – Progressive Critical Care Unit (PCCU) – Full-Time Nights

Position Summary:

Primary Duties:

Always greets patients courteously and makes comfortable with department/surroundings.
Ensures admission chart is ready and actively assists with admission process (ID band, computer information, and consent form).
Actively participates in administering patient care and ensures a safe and comforting environment.
Responds to patients needs in a timely manner.
Assists patients with ADLs, including meals, bathing and hygiene needs.
Performs/assists with range of motion exercises and progressive ambulation as directed by RN.
Performs/assists with positioning patients and transferring patients from bed to chair or wheelchair or stretcher. Transports patients as needed.
Reports changes in condition to the RN in a timely manner.
Maintains personal responsibility for clinical growth and development.
Applies the knowledge of growth and development to appropriate patient populations.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Maintains standard precautions.
Performs Point of Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Documents required information and complies with all Point of Care quality control standards.
This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because of the essential duties of the job involves critical medical care to patients. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness or death. This position is required to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate required.
Licensure/Certification: None required. CNA, MA and/or paramedic certification (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) paramedic certification) preferred. BLS certification required within the first 30 days of employment. Certification is to be renewed by recommended renewal date on certification card. Basic EKG skills required within 6 months of employment.
Experience: With CNA, MA and/or paramedic certification, no experience required. Without CNA, MA or paramedic certification, minimum of one year patient care experience in a nursing home or hospital (acute care setting preferred) or one year nursing school required.

Registered Nurse – Progressive Critical Care Unit (PCCU) – Part-Time Weekend Option

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) working in the Progressive Critical Care Unit (PCCU) has primary responsibility for adult patients with varying degrees of resilience, vulnerability, stability, predictability, complexity, ability to participate in care and decision making, and availability of home care resources.

Primary Duties:

Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Outcome Identification, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Responding to life-saving situations, including providing advanced life cardiac support
Assisting providers with procedures, including moderate sedation
Administering wound care, medications, including intravenous fluids and titration of vasoactive continuous infusions
Management of critical care patient equipment, including ventilators, BIPAP, cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring, etc.
Care and Management of pre/post procedure/surgical patients, including cardiothoracic, vascular, general surgical and medical
Providing education and support to patients/caregivers
Supervision/delegation of duties to unlicensed assist personnel
Patient specimen testing and quality control under direction of the Laboratory
Documents findings and communicates effectively
Maintains patient confidentiality, standard precautions
This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because of the essential duties of the job involves critical medical care to patients. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness or death. This position is required to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse with current state licensure or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required. BLS certification required within 30 days of employment and prior to providing direct patient care. Successful completion of ACLS certification is required for any Registered Nurse by completion of clinical orientation. Certifications will be renewed by recommended renewal date on the certification documentation.

Registered Nurse – Progressive Critical Care Unit (PCCU) – Full-Time Weekend Option

Position Summary:

Primary Duties:

Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Outcome Identification, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Responding to life-saving situations, including providing advanced life cardiac support
Assisting providers with procedures, including moderate sedation
Administering wound care, medications, including intravenous fluids and titration of vasoactive continuous infusions
Management of critical care patient equipment, including ventilators, BIPAP, cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring, etc.
Care and Management of pre/post procedure/surgical patients, including cardiothoracic, vascular, general surgical and medical
Providing education and support to patients/caregivers
Supervision/delegation of duties to unlicensed assist personnel
Patient specimen testing and quality control under direction of the Laboratory
Documents findings and communicates effectively
Maintains patient confidentiality, standard precautions
This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because of the essential duties of the job involves critical medical care to patients. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness or death. This position is required to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse with current state licensure or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required. BLS certification required within 30 days of employment and prior to providing direct patient care. Successful completion of ACLS certification is required for any Registered Nurse by completion of clinical orientation. Certifications will be renewed by recommended renewal date on the certification documentation.

Registered Nurse – Progressive Critical Care Unit (PCCU) – Full-Time Nights

Position Summary:

Primary Duties:

Assessment, Nursing Diagnosis, Outcome Identification, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Responding to life-saving situations, including providing advanced life cardiac support
Assisting providers with procedures, including moderate sedation
Administering wound care, medications, including intravenous fluids and titration of vasoactive continuous infusions
Management of critical care patient equipment, including ventilators, BIPAP, cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring, etc.
Care and Management of pre/post procedure/surgical patients, including cardiothoracic, vascular, general surgical and medical
Providing education and support to patients/caregivers
Supervision/delegation of duties to unlicensed assist personnel
Patient specimen testing and quality control under direction of the Laboratory
Documents findings and communicates effectively
Maintains patient confidentiality, standard precautions
This position is designated as a safety sensitive position because of the essential duties of the job involves critical medical care to patients. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness or death. This position is required to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse with current state licensure or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required. BLS certification required within 30 days of employment and prior to providing direct patient care. Successful completion of ACLS certification is required for any Registered Nurse by completion of clinical orientation. Certifications will be renewed by recommended renewal date on the certification documentation.

Relief Resource Nurse – PCCU (Night)

This professional staff person is responsible for performing assessments, developing a plan of care, implementing and evaluating the care. Administers medications and treatments as ordered by physicians and in keeping with the current clinical nursing practice. Responsible for directing, monitoring and evaluating the care delegated to non-licensed personnel. As a member of the interdisciplinary care team, works collaboratively with the other members to assure the safe and accurate delivery of care. Performs a range of technical services in a cross-functional mode to comprehensively serve patient needs. Assumes (under the direction of the Laboratory) responsibility for patient specimen testing, quality control, quality improvement, and equipment maintenance.

When acting in the Resource Nurse capacity for assigned shift, the RN Relief Resource is primarily responsible for the shift-to-shift operations of the hospital, including but not limited to managing the logistics of patient admissions and bed control; assisting with staffing in the absence of the Director or Assistant Director; and managing patient emergencies. Participates in direct care, as well as managerial tasks. Acts as the facilitator of the Rapid Response Team and responds to all Codes. Collaborates with other staff in sharing of resources, as well as providing support and leadership to the staff during his/her shift. Maintains patient safety and confidentiality at all times.

Work Schedule

Flexible schedules to cover all shifts and weekends, as hospital needs demand

Primary Duties

Registered Nurse Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

Completes admission assessment and periodic reassessments according to patients progress and/or unit protocols and population-specific parameters.
Documents findings and communicates all pertinent information to interdisciplinary team members as appropriate.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in the development, evaluation and revision of the plan of care as appropriate to meet the patients needs and goals.
Provides competent direct care and ensures the provision of a safe and comforting environment, resulting in a high level of patient satisfaction.
Assists healthcare team members in the understanding of hospital policies and procedures.
Provides education to patients/families/significant others, incorporating population-specific criteria and assessment of readiness to learn.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Maintains standard precautions.
Administers medications and completes treatments according to hospital policy and within population-specific parameters.
Maintains all necessary documentation.
Facilitates discharge plan in collaboration with interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to use necessary patient care equipment.
Coordinates response of the interdisciplinary team to emergency situations.
Performs Point of Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Documents required information and complies with all Point of Care quality control standards.

Staff/Unit Responsibilities:

Delegates appropriately to non-licensed staff in accordance with job descriptions, license requirements and standards of practice.
Utilizes resources in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Participates in developing other staff and affiliating students.
Maintains and develops own professional competencies.
Maintains unit-based competencies.
Maintains and promotes a team spirit through active cooperation and collaboration.
Assists in interdepartmental service coordination.
Actively participates in the Performance Improvement and Utilization Review program.
Assumes a leadership role in the maintenance of the patient-focused care delivery system.
Assists in directing and guiding staff in the coordination of unit operations.
Supports the multi-skilled worker environment (i.e., cross-training).
Demonstrates willingness to assist other areas of the hospital as needed.
Cross-trains and willingly works in other areas of the hospital accepting assignments within competency level.
Effectively applies prioritization and time management to patients care.
Assists in all aspects of care in the environment.
Adheres to all policy and procedures.
Ensures that a patient has a signed consent present in the chart prior to procedure.

Preceptor Responsibilities:

Assists with recruiting and interviewing of competent staff.
Assists staff in problem-solving work issues and in adapting to the patient-focused care environment.
Trains staff on hospital computer system.
Assists with orientation, evaluation and retention of clinical staff.

PCCU/OP Nurse Responsibilities:

Ability to formulate an individualized plan of care and revise plan by the patients response to treatment. Evaluate plan regularly for effectiveness.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to Resource Nurse, Director of Nursing and Physician.
Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring; identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately based on protocol.
Able to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients per policy.
Able to monitor hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interpret the results.
Consults other departments as appropriate to provide an interdisciplinary approach to the patients needs.
Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary.

Relief Resource Nurse Responsibilities

Patient Care:

Coordinates the admission, discharge and transfer of patients in collaboration with other Directors.
Verifies insurance for Direct Admit patients without an Emergency Medical Condition.
Assists families and patients in teaching the skills necessary for successful post-discharge care.
Ensures patient equipment and supplies are available and in operating condition.
Performs clinical quality improvement activities such as patient satisfaction, physician satisfaction and staff satisfaction surveying as necessary. Identifies and implements corrective actions as necessary. Monitors the annual quality indicators for compliance to standards.
Possesses the knowledge of growth and development of appropriate patient populations.
Maintains the responsibility for professional growth and development.

Managerial Tasks:

Documents call-ins for all Departments in the absence of the Director/Assistant Director of Nursing.
Assists in the overall operation of the hospital through active participation in projects aimed at achieving the hospitals mission, and incorporates the values of the hospital in day-to-day activities.
Assists in the selection of equipment, supplies and goods for the running of the hospital and the caring of the patient with the goals of quality and cost efficiency.
Communicates with staff and physicians on administrative issues and follows-up on issues until closure.
Manages the resolution of patient or family complaints with the collaboration of the Directors, as needed.
Fiscally manages within budget and helps monitor overtime.
Evaluates staff competencies and intervenes to maintain quality.
Participates in selecting outside sources for needed services.
Provides input for performance reviews of staff and assists in the development of staff in collaboration with the Education Coordinator.
Assists in recruiting and hiring competent staff.
Assists staffs in problem-solving work issues and adapting to the patient-focused care environment.
Maintains communication with off-duty Directors on an as-needed basis.
Completes the Administrative Report for each shift.

Staff/Unit Responsibilities:

Participates in peer review.
Attends 80% of in-services and departmental meetings.
Coordinates with the hospital Directors to accommodate and resolve staffing issues.problem-solving.
Proactive in meeting customers needs. Responds promptly to customer needs or requests.
Keeps Department Directors informed of problems, recommends solutions.
Participates in education/development of peers and other staff.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited program of nursing.

Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse with current state licensure or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact. BLS certification required prior to providing direct patient care. Successful completion of AHA-approved course in ACLS within 30 days of employment or placement in position required. Certification is to be renewed by recommended renewal date on certification card.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years continuous clinical experience in a critical/acute care setting requires. Minimum of 2 years of recent management experience preferred.