Student Radiology Tech – Cath Lab (PRN)

Position Summary

Provides clerical and technical support to the Radiology Department under the supervision of the Technical Supervisor or coordinating technologist

Primary Duties

Patient Care:

Completes a comprehensive assessment on patients of all ages under the supervision of a Registered Technologist
Obtains pertinent medical history from patient by observation or with oral communication under the supervision of a Registered Technologist
Performs patient assessment to determine:
1. Patient’s physical ability to undergo the imaging procedure as needed under the supervision of a Registered Technologist
2. What patient care is needed during the procedure under the supervision of a Registered Technologist
3. What modification of the procedure may be required by the age of the patient under the supervision of a Registered Technologist
4. If there are contraindications to performing the procedure as ordered under the supervision of a Registered Technologist.

Qualifications/Specifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Minimum of twelve (12) months education in a JRCERT accredited School of Radiology
Licensure/ Certification: BLS certification
Experience: Twelve (12) months education in a JRCERT accredited School of Radiology

Radiology Technologist – AHH (PRN)

Position Summary:

Responsible for performing all diagnostic radiological procedures in a timely manner. Performs procedures according to physicians orders in the patients chart or per prescription on outpatients. As a member of the care team, the Radiology Technologist-Hospital is responsible for working collaboratively with other members to assure the safe and accurate delivery of patient care. In addition, the Radiology Technologist-Hospital must be able and willing to cross-train into other appropriate modalities.

Work Schedule:

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

Primary Duties

Performs radiological procedures in a timely manner; documents required information and communicates to primary physician and direct care staff pertinent information.
Coordinates and assists the care of patients assigned in collaboration with other radiology technologists, physicians, nurses and allied health staff.
Evaluates patient condition in order to adequately perform radiology exams.
Informs and explains procedure to be performed to patients and what is expected in terms of his/her cooperation.
Provides comprehensive direct patient care and assures a safe and comforting environment.
Consults with other staff as necessary to meet the needs of the patient and family.
Ensures the necessary clinical equipment and supplies are available and are safely utilized.
Possesses the knowledge of growth and development of patients across the life span (neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric).
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.

Qualifications/Specifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited radiology technology program required.
Licensure/ Certification: Current Arkansas Department of Health Radiologic Technologist license and current American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) certification required. BLS certification required within 30 days prior to completion of orientation. Certification is to be renewed by recommended renewal date on certification card.
Experience: Minimum of one year of experience as a Radiology Technologist preferred.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – Hospitalist (PRN)

Position Summary:

Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) collaborate with physicians and work with other healthcare providers as needed to individualize the healthcare needs of their patients. APNs provide diagnosis and treatment of health problems; focus on the effects health problems have on the patient and the family; explain health problems and the effects of medications; emphasize wellness and self-care; and manage their own case load.

APNs with prescriptive authority maintain a current collaboration agreement with a physician (as well as a physician who is available in their absence) who contractually agrees to be available for consultation and referral while maintaining the appropriate contracts as required by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.

APNs perform physical exams; order/ interpret lab and radiologic studies; diagnose and treat acute and chronic health problems; provide health maintenance; and promote healthy lifestyles for patients.

Work Schedule:

Work schedules are agreed upon by the collaborative physician and APN to meet the needs of the patients

Primary Duties:

Conducts comprehensive patient assessments according to patients presenting symptoms, progress and age-specific parameters.
Documents findings and communicates all pertinent information to interdisciplinary team members and collaborative physician(s) as appropriate.
Coordinates 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 care and ensures the provision of a safe and comforting environment resulting in a high level of patient satisfaction.
Provides education to patients/families/significant others, incorporating age-specific criteria and assessment of readiness to learn.
Maintains patient confidentiality. Maintains standard universal precautions.
Prescribes and administers medications as outlined by prescriptive authority contract and completes treatments according to policies and within age-specific parameters.
Maintains and completes all required patient record documentation.
Directs admission and discharge planning in conjunction with interdisciplinary team identifying discharge medications, writing prescriptions, outlining dietary restrictions, discharge activities and follow up appointments to facilitate discharge process.
Utilizes critical thinking skills and decision making at an advanced level, i.e., lab, diagnostic test interpretation, etc.
Delegates appropriately to licensed and 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 and promotes a team spirit through active cooperation and collaboration.
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.
Effectively applies prioritization and time management.
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 Masters level program of nursing education that fulfills completion requirements for Advanced Practice Nursing. Will consider grandfathered BSN graduates that have fulfilled educational requirements to obtain Advanced Practice licensure as required by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.
Licensure/Certification: Possession of an active current Arkansas Registered Nurse license and an Arkansas Advanced Practice Nurse license, active current certification by a nationally certifying body, current BLS and ACLS certifications. Eligible for or has current Medicare provider number and DEA registration. Certification is to be renewed by recommended renewal date on certification card.
Experience: One year experience as a nurse practitioner preferred.

Registered Nurse – AHH PACU (PRN)

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)

Registered Nurse – Progressive Critical Care Unit (Various shifts available FT/PT/WEO/PRN)

Position Summary

Primary Duties

Patient Care:

Completes admission assessment and periodic reassessments according to patient’s progress and/or unit routines and patient 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 patient population-specific criteria and assessment of readiness to learn.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Maintains standard precautions.
Administers medications and completes treatments according to provider orders, hospital policy and within patient population-specific parameters.
Maintains all necessary documentation.
Facilitates transition of care 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.

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 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.