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Supervise and coordinate activities of the Respiratory Therapy and Cardiology Departments. Administer prescriptions t...
Position Summary
Supervise and coordinate activities of the Respiratory Therapy and Cardiology Departments. Administer prescriptions to patients based on physicians’ orders. Conform and maintain standards set up by IDPH, TJC, AARC and CMS. Evaluate and respond to the clinical, financial, human and business tactics required to achieve Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital’s strategic goals.
Highlights & Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
- Adoption Assistance
Required Skills
- Coordinate and schedule the procedures of the sleep lab and pulmonary function testing.
- Consult with doctors and the medical directors of the departments when a change in therapy appears or when additional therapy is indicated. Refer any reaction to attending physician’s attention and record type of reaction on patient’s medical record.
- Maintain complete departmental records of types of therapies given to patients. Make monthly report for Director of Rehab Services and Accounting.
- Assist nursing personnel in oxygen usage, stressing safety precautions.
- Keep Charge Master up to date.
- Manage daily department operations to ensure efficiency and timeliness in provision of services by constant enforcement of inspecting agency standards.
- Schedule appropriate personnel to ensure proper numbers and skill levels to handle the daily workload.
- Perform personnel related functions including but not limited to recruitment and selection, performance reviews, counseling, disciplining, and payroll.
- Develop and follow the department budget.
- Investigate all physician, patient, and departmental complaints with involved parties and document all follow up actions taken.
- Serve on committees to provide technical expertise and advice as needed.
- Write and enforce departmental policies and procedures.
- Hold routine staff meetings and in-services as needed to provide staff with guidance and information to perform their duties.
- Ensure that staff members are practicing according to federal and state requirements.
- Ensure the department has the proper equipment and supplies.
- Initiate quality control measures and evidence based practice techniques.
- Facilitate department goal-setting, establish personal management goals, and assist staff with setting personal staff goals.
- Provide the necessary leadership and support that will remove obstacles and enable staff to perform their work efficiently and effectively.
- Promote and create community benefit opportunities and ensure follow thru with appropriate reporting and documentation.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Required Experience
Education:
Graduate of an approved Respiratory Therapy Program
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
- Registered by the National Board for Respiratory Care required.
- Possesses a valid and active Illinois Respiratory Care Practitioner license.
- ACLS and NRP provider or instructor certifications required within one year of hire.
- Healthcare Provider or Instructor BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
Experience:
- Minimum of two – three years supervisory or demonstrated leadership experience required.
- Five ( 5) years of RT experience required.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrates the ability to provide respiratory care and therapy to patients of all ages and conditions, including intensive care, neonatal, and pediatric patients.
Clinical Research Coordinator - O'Fallon, IL
***This position is located in O’Fallon, IL*** Essential Functions and Job Duties Coordinates scr...
Position Summary
***This position is located in O’Fallon, IL***
Essential Functions and Job Duties
- Coordinates screening and enrollment of clinical trial patients.
- Reviews physician patient schedules and assesses patients for possible clinical trial enrollment.
- Educates patients and families during the informed consent process.
- Registers patients and participants to protocols.
- Ensures eligibility requirements are met and reviews with physician investigator.
- Ensures protocol required patient testing is ordered and complete.
- Maintains record of recruitment strategies.
- Markets protocols as needed to meet recruitment goals.
- Coordinates clinical trial activities research done at the clinic and hospital
- Gathers and verifies source documents
- Verifies the accuracy, completeness and timely submission of case report forms.
- Collaborates with investigator to ensure protocol compliance in patient selection, treatment, dose modifications and response.
- Interviews patient to assess adverse events, medication compliance, and patient reported outcomes.
- Obtains follow-up data required when patient is off active treatment.
- Corrects and resubmits data or answers queries within one week of receipt or as requested by pharmaceutical company; reviews expectation reports; notifies research base of errors.
- Maintains investigational drug (IND) inventory
- Reviews protocols and assesses current inventory of IND.
- Orders INDs from Pharmaceutical Management Branch at National Cancer Institute.
- Maintains inventory on individual drug accountability records.
- Ensures treatment order is correct by reviewing protocol guidelines and calculating dose prescribed.
Highlights & Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
- Adoption Assistance
Required Skills
General Skill Requirements
In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must also possess the following General Skill Requirements.
- Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; ability to work with frustrating situations; work under pressure and on an irregular schedule such as unscheduled overtime, unanticipated changes in work pace; Works with numerous distractions.
- Attendance and Punctuality – Schedules time off in advance; Begins working on time; Keeps absences within guidelines; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
- Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
- Cooperation – Establishes and maintains effective relations; Exhibits tact and consideration; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively in group situations; Works actively to resolve conflicts.
- Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge; Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Keeps abreast of current developments; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others; Uses resources effectively.
- Judgment – displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions; ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
- Problem solving – Identifies problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Resolves problems in early stages; Works well in group problem solving situations.
- Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
- Quantity – Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly; Achieves established goals.
- Concentration – Maintains attention to detail over extended period of time; continually aware of variations in changing situations.
- Supervision – ability to perform work independently or with minimal supervision; ability to assign and/or review work; train and/or evaluate other employees.
Required Experience
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Must possess good communication and interpersonal relationship skills. Must be able to organize work with minimal supervision. Must be able to focus attention to minute details. Access, Work and Excel computer skills required.
Education and/or Other Requirements
A bachelors degree in nursing or other health-related field is preferred. Pertinent LPN or RN licensure/registration must be maintained. Previous research experience and/or recent nursing experience is preferred.
Environmental Factors
Direct patient care duties involve the potential for frequent exposure to blood and body fluids.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Light physical exertion, including occasional standing, bending, reaching and occasional carrying of light loads.
Mental Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work under stress, adapt to changing conditions and meet strict time guidelines.
- Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality requirements.
Admission and Testing, Registered Nurse (RN)
0700-1530 3 days a week Plus 3 call shifts from 1900-2300 in a 6 week period The Admission and Testing unit is respon...
Position Summary
0700-1530 3 days a week
Plus 3 call shifts from 1900-2300 in a 6 week period
The Admission and Testing unit is responbile for SMH’s Cardiac pre- procedural and phase II recovery.
The RN is responsible for delegation, supervision, and provision of nursing care for a designated group of patients through utilization of the nursing process. They will provide age-appropriate care and will participate in research when appropriate and incorporate research findings into evidence-based clinical practice. In addition, they will contribute to quality improvement processes and adhere to SMHMission, Vision, and Values, the Nursing Division Mission, Vision, and Philosophy, the ANA Code of Ethics and the Illinois Nursing Act.
Being a Memorial RN means becoming a part of a Magnet hospital that raises the bar for excellence. The SMH environment expects high quality care for patients and RNs who want to advance learning to ensure they can be the best nurse possible. Quality nurses not only understand, but also exhibit, that “care starts with caring.” Above all else, being a Memorial RN means we expect you to exceed customer expectations by treating each patient as if they are the only one you are caring for that day, being the calm voice for the family, finding the answers when you don’t have one, and displaying compassion in all interactions.
Highlights & Benefits
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
Required Experience
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
- Licensed as RN in State of Illinois.
- Current BLS/CPR certification per policy.
- ACLS within 3-6 months
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Must be able to position and/or transfer an average adult patient and possess gross coordination sufficient to perform other patient care duties as required. Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of standing. Must be able to perform difficult manipulative skills such as IV insertion and IM injections.
- Environmental working conditions include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue, contagious diseases and/or radioactive or other potentially hazardous materials.
Patient Access Specialist I
Assists in providing access to services provided at the hospital and/or other service area. Processes registration in...
Position Summary
Assists in providing access to services provided at the hospital and/or other service area. Processes registration information for the patient visit, obtaining patient demographic and third party information with a high degree of accuracy, and performs financial collections. Performs the timely completion, preparation, and deployment of legal, ethical and compliance related documents that must be presented and thoroughly explained to the patient at the time of registration. Maintains knowledge of JCAHO, Patient Rights and Responsibilities, HIPAA, HMOs, Commercial Payers, and departmental / system policies and procedures. Provides Mammography Screening scheduling services to patients. Work may be performed in a patient care area. Serves as a liaison between ancillary departments and other Patient Access Services areas.
Highlights & Benefits
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
Required Skills
- Completes all steps of pre-registration/registration; verifies patient identity and demographic information through appropriate tools. Identifies/captures appropriate health insurance benefit eligibility based on contract/regulatory differentiation. Facilitates appropriate billing of claims and hospital reimbursement. Obtains and validates proper consent for patient treatment.
- Schedules patients for Mammography procedures efficiently, effectively, and according to established protocol for modality, location, facility capabilities, insurance requirements, type of exam, patient preferences, and urgency.
- Educates patients/others regarding the resolution of billing, private pay options, collection efforts, coordination of benefits, third party and governmental payment criteria, insurance coverage, payments, and denials. May serve as a liaison between external resources and patients on issues requiring SMH involvement.
- Coordinates with SMH Patient Financial Services, Utilization Management, physicians, and medical offices to ensure consistent financial documentation across the enterprise, and an interdisciplinary approach to patient and organizational needs.
- Adheres to all CMS Conditions of Participation regulations and Section 1154(e) of the Social Security Act regarding delivery, explanation, and acquisition of patient/designated representative signatures.
- Verifies medical necessity, and obtains appropriate signature on Advance Beneficiary Notice of non-coverage (ABN) per CMS regulations at points of patient access.
- Negotiates with patients and families to collect patient co-pays and/or deposits at point of service. Supports Patient Access Services POS (Point of Service) collection goals as defined by Revenue Cycle leadership and best practice benchmarks.
- Triages, documents, and initiates referrals of patients to Medicaid vendor and/or for financial assistance, per the Illinois Fair Patient Billing Act, Illinois Uninsured Patient Discount Act, and established SMH procedures.
- Identifies/reviews services requiring pre-authorization/pre-certification by Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial, and Managed Care payers, to ensure provider eligibility requirements are met prior to receiving service. Utilizes appropriate technology and/or communicates with physician offices.
- Analyzes reports containing rejected accounts from a variety of hospital sources, including Non-Patient Access registration departments, and resolves toward verification of patient benefit eligibility, and subsequent reimbursement from all possible payer sources, or determines suitability for financial assistance.
- Orients and cross-trains others within assigned area of responsibility as directed and defined by management. May assist other areas within the unit or department, as necessary, during times of special needs or staff absences. May be required to work night or weekend shifts.
- Ensures compliance with all applicable HIPAA, Joint Commission, CDC, SMH, and state and federal statues, providing required associated literature to patients at all PAS access points. Educates patients regarding Advance Directives, Medicare D prescription coverage, SMH, Joint Commission, and Illinois Department of Public Health grievance process as appropriate.
- Maintains current knowledge of, and complies with, the Illinois Fair Patient Billing Act and Illinois Uninsured Patient Discount Act at all times.
- Completes Illinois DHS legal forms for psychiatric admits, in compliance with State of Illinois and SMH statues and guidelines. Provides relevant patient/family education.
- May rotate work settings, i.e., patient registration, bedside registration, or other SMH campus environments. May be required to provide coverage for the SMH Financial Lobby Office.
- Develops and maintains a comprehensive knowledge of the health system organization and its functions. Completes all assigned annual organizational education
- Meets expectations for productivity, accuracy, and point of service collections
- Attendance at quarterly department meetings is mandatory unless absence is approved by PAS management prior to the meeting date.
- Performs pre-registration functions as requested.
- Performs other related work as required or requested.
Required Experience
Education:
High School diploma required.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
Must successfully complete assigned annual education through Healthcare Business Insights.
Experience:
One (1) years of business office experience, preferably in the areas of Patient Access, billing, collections, insurance principles/practices, or accounts receivable. Completion of 12 (twelve) hours of coursework in a business or healthcare related field of study may be considered in lieu of business office experience. Previous experience in Patient Access is highly desirable.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of all tasks performed in the various Patient Access Service areas is necessary to provide optimum internal and external customer satisfaction and provide the opportunity for accurate reimbursement.
- Demonstrates superior patient relations and interpersonal skills; demonstrates an appropriate level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with staff, patients and general public, using tact, sensitivity and sound judgment; promotes a positive work environment and contributes to the overall team efforts of the department and organization.
- Working knowledge of computers is required, with the ability to enter and retrieve data, and electronically notate registration software, and other required applications/systems.
- Must demonstrate detail orientation, critical thinking, and problem solving ability.
- Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication and customer service skills, with ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor in high stress situations.
- Demonstrated ability to remain flexible, and consistently exercise sound judgment and initiative in very stressful situations.
- Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and work independently in a rapidly changing environment.
- Must demonstrate ability to educate, persuade, and negotiate effectively with patients and families.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, medical procedural (CPT) and diagnosis (ICD 10 CM) coding, and hospital billing claims preferred, but not required.
Patient Placement RN
Part time, Schedule: 7:00pm – 7:00am This position is responsible for the coordination of all patient placement...
Position Summary
Part time, Schedule: 7:00pm – 7:00am
This position is responsible for the coordination of all patient placement activities throughout the facility. The Patient Placement RN utilizes their clinical triage expertise and negotiation skills to facilitate the intake and placement of all patients, verifying appropriate patient admission status and orders received from physicians. He/she is responsible for data collection, analysis, and reporting to accomplish corporate and division goals. Partners with physicians and nursing staff to move patients along the continuum of care to optimize quality patient outcomes and customer satisfaction. Understands regulatory compliance and payer requirements, as well as efficiency in patient throughput processes. Facilitates timely transfers from outlying facilities by coordinating an appropriate admitting physician and accepting the condition report, following approved MemorialAccess program guidelines.
This position is a hybrid role, with the option for a remote and onsite work schedule. Training will be onsite and after you have completed training you will have an option to work a schedule with some onsite and some remote days throughout the week.
Highlights & Benefits
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
Required Experience
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years recent acute care clinical experience.
- Supervisory experience desirable
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, multi-tasking, negotiation and customer service skills required.
- Demonstrated problem solving, decision-making, critical thinking and physician relations’ expertise required.
- Knowledge of insurance requirements and admission status criteria.
- Knowledge of federal healthcare regulations, including Medicare and other compliance requirements.
- Proficient with basic computer skills.
RN - OP Care Center Float
As an RN-OP Care Center nurse, you will be responsible for delegation, supervision, and provision of evidence-based n...
Position Summary
As an RN-OP Care Center nurse, you will be responsible for delegation, supervision, and provision of evidence-based nursing care for a designated group of patients through utilization of the nursing process. Provides age appropriate patient care. Implements evidence-based findings into practice and participates in research as appropriate.
Highlights & Benefits
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
Required Experience
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
- Current RN license in the State of Illinois required.
- Maintain current BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
- ACLS certification is preferred.
- Maintain Provider for PEARS or PALS certification (required within 12 months of hire).
Experience:
- Meets credit range for Clinical Ladder levels as follows (12 months experience as a registered nurse is required in order to apply for promotion in the clinical ladder):
- Clinical Nurse I: Registered Nurse who achieves a range of 0-12 credits on the Clinical Ladder Behavior Grid. BSN preferred.
- Clinical Nurse II: Registered Nurse who achieves a range of 13-24 credits on the Clinical Ladder Behavior Grid with evidence of behaviors from at least two categories of the Grid. BSN preferred.
- Clinical Nurse III: Registered Nurse who achieves at least 25 credits on the Clinical Ladder Behavior Grid with evidence of behaviors from at least three categories on the Grid. BSN required.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Attends all hospital/nurse manager specified mandatory in-services.
- Maintains competencies as identified in unit specific requirements.
- Completion of self-evaluation. It is the incumbent’s responsibility to submit to the nurse manager at annual evaluation time documentation to validate annual credentialing requirements.
Infection Prevention & Control RN
Responsible for the identification and classification of healthcare acquired infection events, nursing indicators, an...
Position Summary
Responsible for the identification and classification of healthcare acquired infection events, nursing indicators, and quality outcomes. Provides guidance in infection prevention and control for healthcare staff, patients, families, and general public. Serves as an educator and participates in educational programs for infection prevention and control. Collaborates with employee health in development of policies related to the risk of disease transmission. Assists with the immunization program. Participates in research when appropriate and incorporates research findings into evidence based clinical practice.
Highlights & Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
- Adoption Assistance
Required Experience
Education:
· Baccalaureate degree required. Post-graduate work preferred but not required.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
· Registered Nurse in state of Illinois required.
· CPR certification preferred.
Experience:
· Two years hospital experience in acute care required.
· Data collection experience preferred.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
· Ability to work cooperatively with others.
· Willing to engage in individual study.
· Good communication skills.
Infection Prevention & Control Coordinator
Working as the Infection Prevention & Control Coordinator at MHS you will coordinate infection prevention de...
Position Summary
Working as the Infection Prevention & Control Coordinator at MHS you will coordinate infection prevention department daily tasks for hospital group infection prevention team. Assists Manger, Infection Control in schedule and time card management for infection prevention colleagues. Uses standardized definitions for the identification and classification of events, indicators, or outcomes. Incorporates into practice activities that are specific to the practice setting and the population served. Provides guidance in infection prevention and control for health-care staff, patients, families, and general public. Serves as an educator and participates in educational programs for infection prevention and control. Collaborates with colleague health in development of policies related to the risk of disease transmission. Assists with the immunization program. Successful in team collaborative situations. Serves as a leader, mentor, and role model for fellow infection prevention colleagues. Embodies the Memorial Health Values of Safety, Integrity, Quality, and Stewardship that support our mission and vision.
Highlights & Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
- Adoption Assistance
Required Skills
- Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values:
- SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I will put safety first in everything I do. I will speak up, without fear, on matters of patient and colleague safety. I will take action to create an environment of zero harm.
- QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I will continually advance my knowledge and skills. I will seek out continuous improvement opportunities. I will deliver evidence-based care that leads to excellence in outcomes.
- INTEGRITY: Show respect and Compassion – I will respect others and show compassion. I will behave honesty and ethically. I will be accountable for my attitude, actions and health.
- STEWARDSHIP: Reduce Waste – I will use resources wisely and maintain financial stability. I will work together to coordinate care and services across the health system. I will promote healthier communities.
- Coordinates daily activities for local affiliate IP team. Provides direction and support of the members of the team including onboarding of new colleagues, triaging of daily tasks.
- Collaborates with Manger, Infection Prevention with planning and carrying out of special studies or investigations.
- Attends hospital group departmental meetings and other meetings as assigned.
- Collaborates with Manger, Infection Prevention with development of department schedule and time card management.
- Collaborates with Manager, Infection Prevention and Infection Prevention Medical Director on Infection Control Committee agenda development and materials.
- Identification of infectious disease processes
- Differentiate among colonization, infection and contamination.
- Identify occurrences, reservoirs, incubation periods, periods of communicability, modes of transmission, signs and symptoms, and susceptibility associated with the disease process.
- Interpret results of diagnostic/lab reports.
- Recognize limitations and advantages of types of test used to diagnosis infectious processes.
- Recognize epidemiologically significant organisms for immediate review and investigation.
- Differentiate among prophylactic, empiric, and therapeutic uses of antimicrobials.
- Identify indications for microbiologic monitoring.
- Surveillance and epidemiologic investigations
- Design of surveillance systems.
- Collection and compilation of surveillance data.
- Interpret surveillance data.
- Outbreak investigation.
- Ability to apply and use surveillance data to improve practice.
- Ability to use advanced statistical methods and tools including infection ratio, risk assessment, hazard vulnerability analysis.
- Participates in Antimicrobial Stewardship programs as needed.
- Communicates hospital associated infection data monthly to key stakeholders.
- Preventing/controlling the transmission of infectious agents
- Develop and review infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with public health agencies in planning community responses to biologic agents (e.g., anthrax, influenza).
- Identify and implement infection prevention and control strategies according to specific topics:
- Hand hygiene
- Cleaning, disinfection and sterilization
- Specific direct and indirect care settings
- Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and devices
- Product/equipment recall procedures
- Use of isolation/barrier precautions when indicated
- Patient placement, transfer, discharge
- Environmental hazards
- Use of patient care products and medical equipment
- Patient immunization programs
- Construction and renovation
- Influx of patients with communicable diseases
- Colleague health: Collaborates with Colleague Health in the development of strategies that address the risk of disease transmission to HCW and ancillary staff.
- Review and/or develop screening and immunization programs.
- Provide counseling, follow-up, work restriction recommendations related to communicable diseases or following exposures in collaboration with Employee Wellness nurse.
- Assist with analysis and trending of occupational exposure incidents and information exchange between Employee Wellness and Infection Prevention and Control Departments.
- Participates in development and review of EW policies and procedures related to infection prevention and control.
- Assists in the influenza campaign.
- Consults on post-exposure protocols and activities related to communicable diseases.
- Assess the risk of occupational exposure to infectious diseases when indicated.
- Education and research: Serves as an educator and educational resource for HCW, ancillary staff, patients, families, and the general public.
- Assess needs, develop goals and measurable objectives and prepare plans for educational offerings.
- Apply principles of adult learning to educational strategies and delivery of educational sessions.
- Prepare, present, or coordinate educational workshops. Lectures, discussion or one-on-one instruction on a variety of infection prevention and control topics.
- Apply critical reading skills to evaluate research findings.
- Utilizes appropriate information technology in educational design and delivery.
- Incorporates research findings into practice through education and consultation.
- Professional development: Acquires and advances current knowledge and skills in the area of infection prevention, control, and epidemiology.
- Demonstrates expert knowledge and advances education, knowledge, and skills as they relate to infection prevention and control
- Participates in professional organizations and networking opportunities
- Leads in the integration of prevention activities within and across departments
- Seeks leadership development opportunities through Leadership Development Institute
- Professional accountability: Responsible for the development, evaluation, and improvement of own practice in relations to the Practice Standards.
- Establishes and works toward professional goals and objectives.
- Performs regular self-evaluations to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Seeks constructive feedback regarding professional practice.
- Keeps current on best practices through evidence based research and guidelines.
- Participates in education opportunities that promote personal professional growth and development.
- Acquires and advances current knowledge and skills in the area of infection prevention & control.
- Communicates effectively with internal and external customers.
- Possesses team and consensus building within and across stakeholder groups
- Leadership: Serves as a leader, mentor, and role model.
- Coordinates local affiliate IP work and works collaboratively with others.
- Shares knowledge and expertise.
- Mentors less experienced health care providers and ancillary personnel.
- Recommends specific equipment, personnel, and resources for the infection prevention and control program.
- Assists with evaluation of accreditation/regulatory compliance issue and facilitates compliance.
- Conduct or assist with completion of an infection risk assessment of the organization.
- Assist with the development of goals, measurable objectives, and action plans for the infection prevention and control program.
- Participate in cost benefit assessments, efficacy studies, and product evaluations.
- Recommend changes in practice based on clinical outcomes and financial implications.
- Provide infection prevention and control findings, recommendations, annual reports and policies and procedures to appropriate individuals, committees department and units.
- Demonstrates clear understanding of Joint Commission and CMS requirements for Infection Control programs.
- Consultation: Provides expert knowledge and guidance in infection prevention, control, and epidemiology.
- Stays current with developments in infection prevention and control.
- Integrates into practice, policies, and procedures: pertinent regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and guidelines.
- Supports patient/families, administration, committees, HCW, and ancillary staff in infection prevention, control and epidemiology issues.
- Provides input into patient safety and health care quality initiatives.
- Performance improvement: Functions as an integral part of performance improvement initiatives to promote positive patient and employee outcomes.
- Identifies opportunities for improvement based on observations, process and outcome indicators, and other findings.
- Acts as an agent of change and participates in the change process.
- Directs the organization’s infection prevention and control improvement activities.
- Participates and/or leads performance improvement teams for the organization/system based upon project needs.
- Utilizes established measurement tools and techniques, e.g., outbreak investigation, root cause analysis, etc.
- Integrates surveillance findings into formal plans for improvement of practice and patient outcomes.
- Collaborates with risk management/quality management in the identification and review of adverse and sentinel events.
- Completes Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification training, and applies those principles to activities within the department.
- Participates on Defect Huddle as needed.
- Patient contact: Provide patient contact for limited activities.
- Serve as consultant to patient and families related to infection control concerns.
- Interprets lab cultures and explain results to patients and families.
- Performs patient rounding on all patients with new diagnosis of multidrug resistant organism.
- Review and analyze patient charts for vaccine status if indicated.
- Assist with pneumococcal and influenza vaccination programs.
- Assess compliance with healthcare acquired infection prevention bundles with direct patient contact and evaluation of process measures.
- Performs other related work as required or requested.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Required Experience
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Master’s degree preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
- Registered Nurse in state of Illinois or Medical Laboratory Scientist (ASCP) certification required.
- CPR certification required within 6 months of hire.
- Certification in infection prevention and control through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology required. Will maintain certification once obtained.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
Experience:
- Two years hospital experience in acute care required.
- Two years of experience in infection control required.
- Data collection experience preferred.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to work cooperatively with others.
- Willing to engage in individual study.
- Good communication skills.
- Proficient with electronic software system for surveillance, use of electronic health record and use of NHSN/CDC websites for electronic reporting.
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Multiple Units
Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of car...
Position Summary
Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients; provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served; reports and records observations; contributes to the efficient functioning of the unit; all duties are performed in accordance with established, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
Highlights & Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
- Adoption Assistance
Required Skills
1. Performs and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients as directed by the registered nurse. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Provides hygiene and comfort measures, assuring privacy and preventing undue exposure.
- Provides or assists patient with bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care, shaving, etc.
- Assures that linens are dry, wrinkle free and that patient is comfortable.
- Provides handwashing opportunity before and after meals, toileting, etc.
- Activity:
- Assists with patient’s activities including ambulation, chair, dangling and repositioning; uses proper body mechanics, positioning techniques, and assistive devices.
- Nutrition:
- Serves and collects food trays and nourishments. Records percentage of diet intake.
- Feeds or assists patients as necessary. Records intake. Reports deviations from normal.
- Clears IV and Tube Feeding Pumps at end of each shift and documents appropriately.
- Elimination:
- Provides bed pan/urinal. Performs perineal care.
- Performs bladder catheter care and discontinues bladder catheter as directed.
- Performs ostomy care (ileostomy, colostomy, urostomy) including application of appropriate appliances.
- Records output. Reports deviations from normal.
- Other related needs:
- Assists with post-mortem care.
- Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
- Promptly responds to patient call light or requests (usually in less than ten minutes).
2. Performs and documents monitoring procedures; observes and reports the patient response. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Obtains vital signs (B/P and TPR).
- Obtains weight in kg (standing, chair or bed scale) and reports deviation from previous weight.
- Empties drainage collection devices.
- Performs blood glucose monitoring.
- Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance.
3. Performs therapeutic measures/procedure, observes and reports changes, deviations from normal. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Application of heat; i.e., K-pad.
- Application of cold; i.e., ice bags, sponge baths.
- Therapeutic baths, i.e., Sitz, Aveeno.
- Obtains routine non-sterile specimens.
- Assists with patient preparation for surgical, therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures.
- Oxygen therapy (sets up/maintains/discontinues) as directed.
- Applies nonsterile dressing as directed.
- Discontinues peripheral IV as directed.
- Performs oral pharyngeal suctioning.
- Preps skin and applies telemetry patches.
- Records all interventions; observes and reports the patient response, changes, and/or deviations from normal parameters.
4. Maintains safety and security of patient/family/self/others, observing safety precautions and promoting a sense of security and well being. Illustrative tasks and expectations include but are not limited to the following:
- Conducts purposeful hourly rounding as a team member, inquiring of the four P’s (Pain, Potty, Possessions and Positioning).
- Follows standard precautions. Always washes hands between patients.
- Reports equipment malfunctions.
- Assists in keeping patient rooms/corridors free of clutter. Cleans fluid spills.
- Uses proper body mechanics in moving, transferring and transporting patients.
- Positions side rails appropriate to the patient’s condition.
- Applies and maintains restraining devices as directed.
- Interacts with patients/visitors/others in a courteous and respectful manner.
- Fully explains procedures to patients/families prior to performing.
- Assures patient privacy/rights/confidentiality.
- Recognizes and reports patient concerns; offers constructive solutions.
5. Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital. Illustrative tasks and expectations include but are not limited to, the following:
- Skilled in computer messaging, obtaining results.
- Completes assigned aspects of unit inventory management.
- Complies with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
- Uses designated lines of communication and authority.
- Supports efforts to reduce costs.
- Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
- Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area and equipment.
- Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.
- Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
- Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.
- Adheres to MHS Behavioral Standards.
- Handles floor stock medications or medications delivered from Pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocate these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or deliver directly to appropriate licensed staff.
6. Performs additional unit specific tasks/care elements for which they have received specific instruction and demonstrated competence.
7. Performs other related work as required or requested.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Required Experience
Education:
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- One of the following required:
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA);
- Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed; or
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience performing the essential responsibilities of the nursing assistant role.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
- CPR certification required, or obtained during nursing team onboarding process.
SECURITY OFFICER
A Security Officer at our Lincoln Memorial Hospital will maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, visitor...
Position Summary
A Security Officer at our Lincoln Memorial Hospital will maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, visitor, employees, and physicians. Provides a visible presence while patrolling and inspecting the property. Intervenes in difficult and sometimes physical situations to ensure the safety of patients, visitors, employees and physicians. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.
**This is a part time role 16hrs per week**
**Shift 9:30pm – 6:00am** We pay shift differential and can discuss in an interview
Highlights & Benefits
- Memorial Childcare
- Mental Health Services
- Growth Opportunities
- Continuing Education
- Local and National Discounts
- Pet Insurance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
Required Skills
- Patrols buildings and grounds including fixed posts, walking patrols, or mobile patrols using company vehicle to travel around and between Memorial locations.
- Provides a visible deterrence to crime, prohibited activities, or suspicious activities.
- Intercedes in disputes between individuals by using verbal de-escalation techniques and skills to diffuse potentially violent patient, employee, or visitor situations.
- Physically manages combative, violent persons who criminally endanger staff, physicians, patients or visitors.
- Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
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- SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others.
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- COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude.
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- QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results.
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- EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.
- Participates in property control procedures (accepts, records, stores, returns, or releases to authorized persons) for patient valuables, accounting details, and morgue details.
- Responds to emergency situations, emergency codes and alarms.
- Detains unauthorized individuals as defined by policy or state law, and releases them to the proper authorities.
- Assists air medical teams and transports airlifted patients between helipad and hospital.
- Controls parking and traffic flow and enforces parking regulations.
- Provides visitor and employee escorts as appropriate.
- Reports any conditions that might constitute a security or safety hazard.
- Provides access control to restricted spaces by locking and unlocking doors.
- Investigates and reports on any suspicious activity or persons.
- Obtains written or oral statements related to incidents on MHS property.
- Prepares incident reports.
- Assists local law enforcement agencies during investigations or emergencies.
- Performs other related work as required or requested.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Required Experience
Education:
- High School Diploma, or the equivalency, is required.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of job placement is required.
- Must possess valid Illinois driver’s license and must be deemed as an acceptable driver in accordance with the MHS Fleet Safety Policy. Five year MVR will be required). Must be able to operate automatic shift vehicle.
Experience:
- Minimum 1 year experience in security, military or law enforcement is strongly preferred.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Skill in effectively communicating, verbally and in writing, with a diverse range of people including the proper handling of emotional situations and needs is required.
- Skill in using customer service and active listening techniques is required.
- Skill in applying de-escalation techniques is required.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality is required.
- Ability to assess and evaluate situations quickly and effectively is required.
- Ability to physically perform sustained foot patrols, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, lifting patients, and restraining patients or prisoners as necessary is required.
- Ability to operate computer systems including Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook) is required.