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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Medical Nursing
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Decatur, IL
Full-Time
Evening Shift
$23.06 - $36.90
***$10,000 Sign on Bonus*** Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned g...
Posted 25 days ago
Position Summary
Full-Time
Evening Shift
$23.06 - $36.90
***$10,000 Sign on Bonus***
Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned group of patients and their families and incorporate preventative measures as directed by Registered Nurse.
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
- Collects patient data within the clinical standards; reports significant variances to registered nurse.
- Establishes workload priorities and offer input into plan of care; encourages patient participation in plan of care.
- Provides and documents care within standards of practice, policies and procedures and protocols consistent with the patient plan of care under supervisor of an RN.
- Identifies expected outcomes individualized to patient needs under RN guidance.
- Demonstrates competency in all required areas, including department-specific, age-specific, medication administration, and use of equipment.
- Assumes responsibility for professional development by:
- Maintaining ongoing continuing education,
- Contributing to professional development of peers, and
- Participating in CQI.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Current registration in Illinois for practice as a licensed practical nursing. Six months experience preferred.
This position is performed within an environment of frequent exposure to blood and body fluids.
Decatur, IL
New
Patient Care Technician (PCT) - RN Nursing Students
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Decatur, IL
PRN
Varies Shift
$16.00 - $24.75
Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of car...
Posted 25 days ago
Position Summary
PRN
Varies Shift
$16.00 - $24.75
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. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.
Highlights & Benefits
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.
Decatur, IL
New
Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Nursing
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Decatur, IL
Full-Time
All Shifts Available Shift
$30.23 - $48.37
***$Up to 20,000 Sign on Bonus*** Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assi...
Posted 25 days ago
Position Summary
Full-Time
All Shifts Available Shift
$30.23 - $48.37
***$Up to 20,000 Sign on Bonus***
Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned group of patients and their families and incorporate preventative measures.
NURSING GOAL: A goal of nursing is to educate and restore a patient to an optimal level of wellness as defines by the patient and their families and incorporate preventative measures.
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
Essential Functions and Job Duties
- CLINICAL JUDGEMENT – Clinical reasoning, which includes decision-making, critical thinking, and a global grasp of the situation, coupled with nursing skills acquired through a process of integrating formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence-based guidelines.
- Demonstrates the ability to assess the full scope of patient needs, using the nursing process on a continuous basis.
- Utilizes past nursing experience to anticipate problems while seeking out multi-disciplinary collaboration with comfort, when necessary.
- Recognizes patterns and trends that may predict the direction of illness.
- CARING PRACTICES: Nursing activity that create a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients/families and staff. Working on another’s behalf and representing the concerns of the patient/family and nursing staff; serving as a moral agent in identifying and helping to resolve ethical and clinical concerns within and outside the clinical setting.
- Promotes safety throughout patient’s and family’s transitions along the healthcare continuum.
- Actively anticipates and monitors patient and family changes, responds appropriately.
- Effectively resolves patient complaints.
- Engages all patients in a personalized, compassionate manner.
- COLLABORATION/SYSTEMS THINKING – Working with others (e.g., patients, families, healthcare providers) in a way that promotes/encourages each person’s contribution toward achieving optimal/realistic patient/family goals. Involves intra-and inter- disciplinary work with colleagues and community. Body of knowledge and tools that allow the nurse to manage whatever Environmental and system resources exist for the patient/family and staff, within or across healthcare and non-healthcare systems.
- Consults and coordinates with team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Actively utilizes evidence-based practice and customer service data to improve caring practices.
- Effectively plans and communicates patient care plans.
- Facilitates active involvement of others in team meetings regarding patient care and/or practice issues.
- Seeks out opportunities to be taught, coached, and mentored.
- Recruits diverse resources when appropriate to optimize patient outcomes.
- Serves as a resource to department and patient/family.
- RESPONSE TO DIVERSITY – The sensitivity to recognize, appreciate and incorporate differences into the provision of care. Differences may include, but are not limited to, cultural differences, personalities, spiritual beliefs, gender, race, ethnicity, lifestyle, socioeconomic status, age, and values.
- Integrates cultural differences into patient/family care; incorporates appropriate alternative therapies.
- Tailors healthcare culture to meet the diverse needs and strengths of each patient/family.
- FACILITATION OF LEARNING – The ability to facilitate learning for patients/families, nursing staff, other members of the healthcare team, and community. Include both formal and informal facilitation of learning.
- Develops and modifies patient/family education programs throughout delivery of care, collaborating and incorporating all healthcare providers’ and educational plans.
- Provides individualized care.
- Evaluates patient’s understanding by observing behavior changes throughout plan of care.
- Sets patient-driven goals for education.
- Work toward achieving Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
- CLINICAL INQUIRY (INNOVATOR/EVALUATOR) – The ongoing process of questioning and evaluating practice and providing informed practice. Creating practice changes through research utilization and experimental learning.
- Adapts standards of care to serve particular patient populations.
- Seeks out advice to improve patient care.
- Evaluates current practices based on patient responses, analysis of literature, research, and education.
- Incorporates evidence based practice into care delivery.
- Actively pursues continuing educational opportunities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
Education and/or Other Requirements
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Current registration or eligibility for licensure with the State of Illinois for practice as a professional nurse.
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.
- Current Hepatitis b vaccination
- Will complete additional training or demonstrate competency in skills identified in the unit-specific competency plan and skills list.
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
- Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
- Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions.
- Gives full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Ability to see details at close range.
- Actively looks for ways to help people.
- Understand written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Awareness of other’s reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
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.
Environmental Factors
This position is performed within an environment of 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.
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required walk, stand, stoop to floor level, kneel and assist in lifting patient; to assist patients and/or adjust equipment at floor level; to reach, change and read IV’s 5 feet from the floor unaided; to support weight of persons 200 pounds or more in emergency situations.
- Ability to attend to visual details.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
- Ability to receive and comprehend written and oral communications.
- Ability to read 5 feet from the floor unaided.
- Ability to utilize fine motor control in hands, the ability to hear, and the ability to meet visual demands.
- The employee will frequently be required to lift, push and pull weight of at least 5 to 50 pounds.
Mental Demands
- Ability to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions.
- Analyze information or data.
- Plan sequence of operations or actions.
- Make decisions of moderate to substantial effects, with a variety of alternatives and moderate to substantial consequences.
- Use logic to define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret information, deal with abstract variables.
- Comprehend written basic instructions, safety rules, office memoranda at a high school graduate level.
- Ability to compose written communication using standard business English at a high school graduate level.
- Ability to comprehend verbal sentences and instructions at a high school graduate level.
- Ability to converse in Standard English at a high school graduate level.
Note:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job. In order to meet the needs of the Company employees may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described above.
Decatur, IL
New
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Medical Nursing
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Decatur, IL
Full-Time
Evening Shift
$23.06 - $36.90
***$10,000 Sign on Bonus*** Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned g...
Posted 25 days ago
Position Summary
Full-Time
Evening Shift
$23.06 - $36.90
***$10,000 Sign on Bonus***
Manages, coordinates and performs nursing care with compassion and care for an assigned group of patients and their families and incorporate preventative measures as directed by Registered Nurse.
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
- Collects patient data within the clinical standards; reports significant variances to registered nurse.
- Establishes workload priorities and offer input into plan of care; encourages patient participation in plan of care.
- Provides and documents care within standards of practice, policies and procedures and protocols consistent with the patient plan of care under supervisor of an RN.
- Identifies expected outcomes individualized to patient needs under RN guidance.
- Demonstrates competency in all required areas, including department-specific, age-specific, medication administration, and use of equipment.
- Assumes responsibility for professional development by:
- Maintaining ongoing continuing education,
- Contributing to professional development of peers, and
- Participating in CQI.
Required Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Current registration in Illinois for practice as a licensed practical nursing. Six months experience preferred.
Decatur, IL
New
Laboratory Service Coordinator
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Decatur, IL
Full-Time
Day Shift
$16.50 - $24.82
Performs secretarial and receptionist duties in the department.
Posted 25 days ago
Position Summary
Full-Time
Day Shift
$16.50 - $24.82
Performs secretarial and receptionist duties in the department.
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
Essential Functions and Job Duties
- Registers patients, enters test orders, cancels, credits, charges, and merges according to physicians’ orders or established laboratory procedures.
- Registers, orders and delivers specimens brought in to department.
- Maintains equipment and work area in a safe, sanitary and well-stocked condition; performs other assigned duties.
- Performs storeroom duties.
- Greets, informs, and directs visitors; answers inquiries concerning laboratory services for patients and families.
- Prints and ascertains that reports are sent as needed.
- Performs follow-up duties.
- Sorts, files and/or routes reports and messages.
- Maintains files, procedures and logs.
- Assists in training new or less-skilled personnel; participates in continuing education.
- Communicates and interacts well with co-workers.
- Prioritizes and organizes workload to promote productivity and efficiency.
- Answers main department phone number. Routes calls and takes messages as necessary.
- Orders and receives pathology specimens when Histology is closed.
- Manages out-patient patient schedule. Statuses patients for phlebotomy when ready to be drawn.
- Verifies orders placed by patient registration for accuracy.
- Contacts outside providers with critical values and questions about out-patient orders.
- Explains to patients how to collect samples. Provides containers and instructions to patients.
- Tracks and follows up on incomplete and verbal orders.
- Contacts phlebotomists on the floor about stat draw requests when Phlebotomy Manager is busy.
- Complete laboratory work queues.
Required Experience
Education and/or Other Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
Environmental Factors
- Frequent to continuous exposure to unpleasant or irritating substances. Exposure to hazardous and/or potentially injurious elements or conditions is considerable.
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.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and move through an office environment.
- Must be willing to work other schedules if needed. Moderate physical exertion, including continuous (70% to 100%) walking, standing, bending, and reaching and frequent lifting of average loads (six to 25 pounds). Mobility to delivery patient reports to the Physicians’ Plaza office buildings is essential.
Mental Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to work under pressure with multiple interruptions.
- Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality requirements.
- Must have reasoning ability and good independent judgment. Must be able to work under stress and to adapt to changing conditions
Decatur, IL
New
Registered Nurse (RN), Cardiology
Illinois Heart Specialists
Decatur, IL
Full-Time
Day Shift
$26.41 - $42.25
Performs direct patient care requiring specialized nursing skills; oversees the performance of other patient care act...
Posted 25 days ago
Position Summary
Full-Time
Day Shift
$26.41 - $42.25
Performs direct patient care requiring specialized nursing skills; oversees the performance of other patient care activities.
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
Essential Functions and Job Duties
- Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages.
- Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients.
- Evaluates patient telephone calls; follows up with instructions and documentation.
- Seeks supervisor and physician advice as needed.
- Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care.
- Delegates care to other members of the healthcare team.
- Offers input the plan of care; educates patient in plan of care.
- Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or the family.
- Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests and completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up.
- Arranges outside laboratory tests. Assists physicians by preparing patients and setting up equipment.
- Shares with nursing staff daily scheduling of patients with acute and/or urgent problems.
- Performs as a team nurse with providers and other staff.
- Reports ideas, concerns, and problems to Manager/Coordinator.
- Scanning and accurate indexing of records from outside sources in the patient electronic health record for provider signature.
- Reviews patient’s medical records from previous physician to incorporate pertinent information into patients completed chart.
- Provides and documents care within the standards of practice, policies and procedures.
- Administers and records immunizations, allergy shots and other parental injections; performs related duties.
- Performs or assists in specimen collection of waived lab tests; performs related follow up.
- Performs various screening tests; sets up equipment and assists with various procedures; assists in emergency situations with appropriate emergency supplies and procedures.
- Manages acute and/or episodic minor illnesses of patients by following doctor’s orders and documents treatment.
- Inserts and maintains continuous IV infusions; monitors progress (if applicable).
- Monitors the patient’s response to care; documents variances and revises plan of care to achieve desired outcomes.
- Involves patient’s family and multidisciplinary team; utilizes teaching skills.
- Makes phone calls to patient’s family to follow up and to communicate test results.
- Sets up referrals based on outcomes and doctor’s orders.
- Administers documents and evaluates medications.
- Explains procedures and answers questions from patients and their families; provides verbal, written and audiovisual materials; diet consultation; advice on wellness, exercise, preventative care and safety. Assesses patient’s ability to accept and understand instructions; maintains and orders educational materials.
- Demonstrates department specific competencies, including age specific competencies for all ages.
- Arranges for medication refills.
- Shares knowledge, nursing skills, experience, and patient education advice with physicians.
- Supports and maintains joint commission standard.
- Attends nursing in-service and continuing education programs.
- Assumes personal responsibility for quality patient care, environment of care, and professional development.
- Assists in coordinating and implementing policies in compliance with all regulatory standards.
- Reports ideas and concerns to supervisor concerning improved patient care, customer service and efficient clinical operations.
- Maintains clean, well-equipped exam room, and assists in inventory control.
- Attends meetings, in-services and continuing education classes; suggests topics and/or conducts nursing in-services.
- Assists with maintenance of patient medical records.
- Documents vitals, history, meds, procedures and instructions according to DMH policies and unit standards.
- Demonstrates care and knowledge in medication administration.
- Arranges for medication and medication refills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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.
- Current CPR card.
- Must have knowledge of physician’s office practices and policies.
- Strong computer skills for documentation purposes in the electronic medical record.
- Must exhibit good communication skills; ability to provide leadership to the nursing staff.
- Must possess medical knowledge and the ability to perform effectively and efficiently.
- Must be flexible and demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
- Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
- Ability to control operations of equipment or systems.
- Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
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.
Education and/or Other Requirements
Must be a graduate from an approved program in professional nursing with current licensure in the State of Illinois. Previous office experience is desired.
Environmental Factors
This position is performed within an environment of potential 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.
- While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to stand, bend and reach.
- While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to perform repetitive hand motion and good body posture due to extended use of computer systems for patient documentation and other purposes.
- The employee will occasionally be required to lift, push and pull weight of at least one to five pounds.
Mental Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to work under pressure and adapt to changing conditions.
Decatur, IL
New
Advanced Practice Provider (APP), DMH-Hospitalist
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Decatur, IL
Full-Time
Day Shift
Provides comprehensive health care to patients in collaboration with physicians and other medical staff including med...
Posted 25 days ago
Position Summary
Full-Time
Day Shift
Provides comprehensive health care to patients in collaboration with physicians and other medical staff including medical evaluation, counseling and referrals.
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
Essential Functions and Job Duties
- Communicates with medical information to clients.
- Teaches wellness habits and educates patients on prevention of potential health problems.
- Develops educational programs with age-specific teaching tools for practice patients.
- Works closely with the Physician with client issues.
- Provides information and materials relating to patient health care needs.
- Review lab results and performs other medical monitoring, adhering to medical policies and procedures.
- Makes appropriate referrals to physicians.
- Coordinates patient care and family counseling with public and agencies.
- Collaborates and communicates with other nurses, physicians and outside agencies as appropriate.
- Performs medical case management, following established departmental policies and procedures.
- Performs routine exams and obtains patient histories.
- Manages patient treatment program based on assessment of needs.
- Initiates treatments via prescriptions, tests, exams, and procedures.
- Performs routine health maintenance activities for established patients.
- Evaluates and treats work related injuries.
- Documents all care and completed all other required paperwork.
- Writes progress notes on patients’ charts indicating patient status and treatment or procedures performed.
- Develops, writes and /or updates Nurse Practitioner practice protocol annually, with physicians review.
- Assists the physician in monitoring the quality of medical services provided within the department.
- Performs administrative duties such as writing admission orders, working with staff regarding patient problems scheduling, records and other related duties.
- Maintains and uses knowledge of current medical practice and skills.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
- Attends meetings as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
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.
- Current CPR card.
- Strong computer skills for documentation purposes in the electronic medical record.
- Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
- Knowledge of arithmetic and algebra.
- Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
- Ability to work under stress and unpredictable situations in handling injury situations.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
- Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
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.
Education and/or Other Requirements
Must be Registered Nurse licensed in Illinois. Successful completion of a formal nurse practitioner program approved by a national accrediting agency required. Must be certified by a national certified organization recognized by the State Board of Nursing.
Environmental Factors
This position is performed within an environment of regular exposure to the risk of blood-borne diseases, blood and body fluids. This position is performed within an environment of exposure to infection and contagious diseases.
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.
- While performing the duties of the job the employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to possess manual dexterity and mobility to meet demands of the job.
- While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to perform repetitive hand motion and good body posture due to extended use of computer systems for patient documentation and other purposes.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and move through an office environment.
Mental Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to work under pressure with multiple interruptions.
- Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality requirements.
Note
Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job. In order to meet the needs of the Company employees may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described above.
Decatur, IL
New
Medical Assistant-Certified (CMA), Multiple Locations
Decatur Memorial Hospital
Decatur, IL
Full-Time
Day Shift
$17.60 - $28.15
***Sign-On Bonus Offered*** Now Hiring in Springfield, Jacksonville, Decatur & Lincoln! A Certified Medical Assis...
Posted 25 days ago
Position Summary
Full-Time
Day Shift
$17.60 - $28.15
***Sign-On Bonus Offered***
Now Hiring in Springfield, Jacksonville, Decatur & Lincoln!
A Certified Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of activities which may include both direct patient care activities for the clinic’s patients of all ages, as well as business office functions, depending on the size of the assigned clinic. All patient care is provided under the direct supervision of the physician and/or mid-level provider.
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
- Assists healthcare providers with the patient care process in person, and over the telephone. Practices within scope and current standards of care. Responsible for customer satisfaction.
- Provides direct patient care that may include working with patients of all ages, in person and over the phone, completing tasks involving the use of assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation skills, and administration of prescribed medications and treatments. All patient care is provided under the direct supervision of the physician and/or mid-level provider.
- Documents according to scope and current standard of care.
- Accountable for achieving quality standards. Assists in various aspects of patient flow process including, but not limited to performing front office reception and billing office duties, securing/stocking necessary supplies, preparing exam room and patient for examination, assisting the provider with the exam or procedure, and cleaning/disinfecting exam/treatment area after use, performing various laboratory duties.
- Responsible for several tasks related to the paper flow through office. This aspect may include, but is not limited to, working with incoming mail and faxed correspondence, assisting in scanning correspondence and paper medical records and conducting quality assurance.
- Assists with various aspects of diagnostic testing including obtaining and/or preparing specimens, labeling/recording, and communicating results. Performs miscellaneous CLIA-waived testing. May perform EKG’s/rhythm strips, spirometry, pulse oximetry, nebulizers, as well as other testing outlined by the provider.
- Complies with all clinic policies and procedures including, but not limited to blood borne pathogens, chemical safety, laboratory, administrative, and corporate compliance. Applies the Minimum Necessary Standard when accessing protected health information.
- Assists in the clinic financial performance in ways which may include, depending on setting: careful use of resources including supplies, equipment, and time; assisting in the collection of upfront copays; ensuring that patients present for check-out; noting when contact or insurance information does not appear current or correct; following policy related to bad debt situations. Obtains appropriate insurance referrals and pre-certifications.
- Demonstrates support for and participates in accomplishing team goals and objectives.
- Performs other related work as required or requested.
Required Experience
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
- Valid certification as a certified medical assistant (CMA) is required through one of the following:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or
- Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) through the AAMA
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Medical Technologists (AMT) or
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through National HealthCareer Association (NHA) or
- Medical Assistant (NCMA) through National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or
- ARMA with proof of graduation through accredited program
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or
- Maintains certification as required through AAMA, AMT, NHA, ARMA or NCCT guidelines.
- Valid CPR certification required.
Experience:
- Prior computer experience required.
- Previous clinic experience preferred.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Candidates must successfully pass the following assessments during the interview process in order to be further considered for this position: Listening Skills, Data Entry, and Medical Spelling.
Decatur, IL
New
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), General Surgery (OP)
Memorial General Surgery
Decatur, IL
Full-Time
Day Shift
$21.56 - $34.49
***Sign-On Bonus Offered*** Performs nursing care procedures involving initial patient assessment, evaluation, and pr...
Posted 25 days ago
Position Summary
Full-Time
Day Shift
$21.56 - $34.49
***Sign-On Bonus Offered***
Performs nursing care procedures involving initial patient assessment, evaluation, and preliminary testing to meet patient needs; assists Physician with the care of patient.
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
Essential Functions and Job Duties
- Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages.
- Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients.
- Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance.
- Reports variances to Provider.
- Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care.
- Offers input to plan of care.
- Educates patient in plan of care; coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or patient’s family.
- Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral.
- Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests; completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up.
- Arranges outside laboratory tests.
- Assists physicians by preparing patients and setting up equipment.
- Shares with nursing staff daily scheduling of patients with acute and/or urgent problems.
- Performs as a team nurse with Providers.
- Reports ideas, concerns, and problems to Manager/Coordinator.
- Scans and accurately indexes patient records from outside sources in the electronic health record for Provider signature.
- Reviews patient medical records from previous physician to incorporate pertinent information into patient’s completed chart.
- Under the supervision of a Physician, provides and documents care according to established standards of practice, policies, and procedures, and follows Physician orders.
- Prepares equipment for diagnosis and treatment; prepares patients.
- Performs blood draws test (where applicable), treatments, and screenings, and assists with examinations and minor surgery; sets up and assists with procedures; cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment as needed.
- Administers medications and immunizations according to established guidelines.
- Runs laboratory controls, keeps lab logs and maintains OSHA log book.
- Assists in inventory of clinical supplies; checks expiration dates; maintains clean, well-equipped exam rooms, laboratory and procedure room.
- Assumes personal responsibility for quality patient care, environment of care, and professional development.
- Assists in coordinating and implementing policies in compliance with all regulatory standards.
- Reports ideas and concerns to supervisor concerning improved patient care, customer service, and efficient clinical operations.
- Maintains clean, well-equipped exam room and assists in inventory control.
- Attends meetings, in-services, and continuing education classes; suggests topics and/or conducts nursing in-services.
- Assists with maintenance of patient medical records.
- Demonstrates department specific competencies, including age specific competencies for all ages.
- Arranges for medication refills.
- Shares knowledge, nursing skills, experience, and patient education advice with physicians.
- Supports and maintains joint commission standard.
- Attends nursing in-service and continuing education programs.
- Documents vitals, history, meds, procedures and instructions according to DMH policies and unit standards.
- Demonstrates care and knowledge in medication administration.
- Arranges for medication and medication refills.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Experience
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.
- Current CPR card.
- Strong computer skills for documentation purposes in the electronic medical record.
- Must possess good nursing assessment and judgment skills.
- Must have good communication skills and documentation skills.
- Must have the ability and desire to function well with providers, nursing staff, and outside health care agencies and providers.
- Must readily understand verbal and written instructions; must be able to explain them clearly to patients.
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
- Ability to adjust actions in relation to others’ actions.
- Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
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.
Education and/or Other Requirements
Must possess a current Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse certification. Must be a graduate of an approved school of practical nursing. Previous experience in an ambulatory care setting is preferred.
Environmental Factors
This position is performed within an environment of potential for 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.
- While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to stand, bend and reach.
- The employee will occasionally be required to lift, push and pull weight of at least one to 5 pounds.
- While performing the duties of the job the employee is required to perform repetitive hand motion and good body posture due to extended use of computer systems for patient documentation and other purposes.
Mental Demands
- Ability to work under stress and adapt to variable and unpredictable conditions.
Note
Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job. In order to meet the needs of the Company employees may be assigned other duties, in addition to or in lieu of those described above.
Decatur, IL
New
Advanced Practice Provider (APP), West Hay Family Medicine
Memorial Care
Decatur, IL
Full Time or Part Time
Day Shift
Facilitates the delivery and evaluation of evidence-based comprehensive care to patients. Collaboration and ref...
Posted 25 days ago
Position Summary
Full Time or Part Time
Day Shift
Facilitates the delivery and evaluation of evidence-based comprehensive care to patients. Collaboration and referral to other health care providers, patient advocacy, teaching, and family counseling are major components of the role. Under the direction physician or designee, provides coordination of their respective department or work area.
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
Requirements:
- Certification as a Nurse Practitioner required or FNP as determined by the department.
- Must possess and maintain licensing as required by Illinois State law for APN.
- Minimum of 2 year post-graduate school experience as an APN required.
- Valid CPR required. ACLS certification where required.
- Maintains DEA license where required.
Decatur, IL