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Required Skills

1. Obtain, review and bring together pertinent patient history, physical examination and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic result.

1. Perform cardiac ultrasound diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures on patients of all ages by producing, assessing and evaluating ultrasound images and related data according to established standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.

1. Provide interpreting physicians with an oral or written summary of technical findings.

1. Maintain technical skills related to all ultrasound imaging factors; maintain knowledge of other testing modalities.

1. Demonstrate knowledge in human gross and sectional anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology to image and evaluate normal and abnormal tissue structure or function.

1. Understand biological effects of ultrasound.

1. Adheres to behavioral standards.

1. Utilize proper infection control procedures according to department and hospital procedures.

1. Ensure proper recording, documentation, confidentiality and transmission of patient information. Develop and maintain skills in digital imaging and information practices.

1. Monitor the condition of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operation of the department.

1. Comply with departmental policies regarding employee/patient incident reports.

1. Participate in the department’s continuing education program, Laboratory accreditation and case review/quality review processes.

1. Keep current with clinical developments in the field of ultrasound imaging. Be responsible for continual learning.

1. Maintain ARDMS or CCI credential through documentation of continuing education requirements of the credentialing organization.

1. Organize and participate in daily activities that maintain operations: cleaning stocking, equipment evaluation, moving equipment to bedside studies, data entry and evaluation, emergency call rotation, imaging system electrical safety, equipment repair and diagnostics, Imaging and reporting system Dbase maintenance and Sys Admin functions.

1. Follow SMH policy directives and procedures the performance of duties and responsibilities.

1. Be an example to the laboratory staff of professionalism, teamwork and patient advocacy.

1. Demonstrate leadership in helping the team meet strategic goals of the department and the organization.

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (CARDIAC):

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transthoracic echocardiography in the adult population.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transesophageal echocardiography in the adult population in standard settings, the surgical suites and Cath Labs.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of stress echocardiography procedures.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge of the application of echocardiography in pericardial centesis, myocardial biopsy, intracardiac echo, or other interventional procedures.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of transthoracic echocardiography in the pediatric, neonatal and fetal population.

1. Possess knowledge and understanding of other cardiac diagnostic testing: cardiac cath, EP, Holter, EKG and arrhythmias, radionuclide imaging.

1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge of ultrasound contrast agents and their applications.

1. Recognize and address critical pathology through modification of scan protocols, recommendation of ancillary testing and notification of interpreting physician.

1. Demonstrate leadership in clinical application of echocardiography.

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 Skills

1. Communication

• Promptly and courteously greets others in a friendly manner.

• Receives and directs others by using AIDET and Greet & Feet.

• Within scope of job description, responds to questions and provides direction.

• Facilitates telephone, verbal, written, and electronic communication with nursing staff, physicians, patients, and visitors promptly, accurately, and professionally.

• Consistently uses the Physician Profile to ascertain the correct method/number to page physicians.

• Updates and maintains call light system assignments accurately and efficiently during each shift.

• Appropriately utilizes the Patient Tracking system in communicating with the Patient Placement Office.

1. Information Processing

• Prioritizes stat orders and immediate needs.

• Processes orders accurately.

• Accurately inputs data into the electronic medical record and maintains accurate paper records for those items that are not computerized.

• Refers patient/visitor concerns to nursing and/or customer service staff.

• Refers news media to nursing or public relations staff.

• Demonstrates safe, accurate, and effective use of office equipment.

• Writes legibly and clearly.

1. Medical Records Maintenance

• Assembles chart forms.

• Puts patient identifier on all chart forms.

• Thins charts when needed and forwards documents to Medical Records.

• Files patient data after review by nurse.

• Sends discharge patient record to Medical Records.

• Gathers and copies appropriate paperwork from the RN for patient transfers to other units and facilities.

• Manages large amounts of sensitive and confidential information concerning patient and family information in medical documents.

1. Service Requisitions

• In partnership with the Nursing Material Specialists, assures adequate supplies are available.

• Reviews receipts of new supplies and equipment upon arrival; validates accuracy and places supplies in assigned location.

• Sends service requisitions to interdisciplinary departments.

• Promptly and accurately enters data and maintains unit activity sheets as directed.

• Maintains equipment logs and facilitate maintenance of equipment with Biomed or appropriate department.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Unit Operations

• Utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Assists in maintaining safe environment and reports unsafe conditions.

• Completes assigned tasks accurately and timely.

• Completes basic patient care tasks as directed by registered nurse.
• Freshens drinking water.
• Serves/collects food trays.
• Responds to call lights and bed/chair alarms.
• Provides 1:1 direct and constant patient observation as delegated.

• Expedites timely admission, discharge, and transfer of patients to facilitate patient flow.

• Participates in QI activities; maintaining logs, statistical records, and data collection.

• Acts as a preceptor as needed.

• Handles medications delivered from pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocates these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or delivers directly to appropriate licensed staff.

• May serve as the second person to witness the wasted amount of a controlled substance in the Pyxis.

• Assists with stocking unit supply stations.

1. Accountability

• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

• Follows the chain of command.

• 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.

• Upholds the mission and vision of MHS.

1. 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 Skills

1. 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.

1. Performs and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients.

• Provides or assists patient with hygiene activities.
• Assists with patient activity using proper body mechanics, transfer techniques, and assistive devices.
• Adheres to safety precautions with patient mobility.
• Feeds and/or assists patients with food trays and nourishments while providing continuous monitoring of utensils during meals.
• Assists patient with elimination needs and follows steps to prevent infection.
• Collects and records intake and output.
• Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Performs patient care tasks as delegated by the nurse.
• Obtains and records vital signs, weight, and blood glucose readings.
• Reports data about the patient to the nurse.
• Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance to the nurse.
• Records all interventions; observes and reports the patient response, changes, and/or deviations from normal parameters.
• Follows unit protocols and records findings.

1. Observes safety precautions for patient/family/self/others.

• Follows hospital policies to prevent the transmission of infections.
• Provides continuous observation and documentation for high-risk patients.
• Performs searches of persons, patient belongings, and rooms to ensure a safe environment.
• Collaborates with the nurse and security to manage patients in crisis.
• Transports and provides continuous observation for all patients requiring testing or procedures in another department.
• Required to provide 1:1 supervision for high-risk patients and/or equipment, as delegated by the nurse.
• Maintain unit awareness through continuous monitoring of the milieu.
• Controls the entry and exit of colleagues and visitors to the unit.
• Provides constant monitoring of all legal proceedings.
• Checks in visitors and ensures all visitor belongings are correctly stored before allowing access to the unit.
• Unit Surveillance and monitoring cameras and alerting colleagues of potential safety issues.
• Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, intercedes in disputes between individuals using verbal de-escalation techniques and skills, to diffuse potentially violent patient or visitor situations.
• Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, physically manages combative, violent persons who endanger staff, physicians, patients or visitors.
• Applies and maintains restraint devices and documents as delegated by the nurse.
• Conducts continuous patient observation rounds every fifteen minutes.
• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.

1. Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital.

• Completes assigned aspects of unit inventory management.
• Assures adequate supplies are stocked and available.
• Reviews receipts of new supplies and equipment upon arrival; validates accuracy and places supplies in assigned location.
• Facilitates maintenance of equipment with Biomed or appropriate department.
• Handles floor stock medications or medications delivered from Pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocates these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or deliver directly to appropriate licensed staff.
• Uses designated lines of communication and authority.
• Facilitates telephone, verbal, written, and electronic communication with nursing staff, physicians, patients, and visitors promptly, accurately, and professionally.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of unit, service area and equipment.
• May be required to flex into a different role or between the different psychiatric departments as required for adequate staffing.
• Upholds the Illinois Mental Health Code, regarding patient rights and confidentiality.

1. Information Processing

• Prioritizes stat orders and immediate needs.
• Processes orders accurately.
• Accurately inputs data into the electronic medical record and maintains accurate paper records for those items that are not computerized.
• Refers patient/visitor concerns to nursing and/or customer service staff.
• Refers news media to nursing or public relations staff.

1. Medical Records Maintenance

• Assembles admission chart packs.
• Puts patient identifier on all chart forms.
• Scans patient documents to Medical Records.
• Gathers and copies appropriate paperwork from the RN for patient transfers to other units and facilities.
• Manages large amounts of sensitive and confidential information concerning patient and family information in medical documents.

1. Creates a Great Patient Experience.

• Promptly and courteously greets others in a friendly manner.
• Receives and directs others by using AIDET and Greet & Feet.
• Responds to patient requests in a timely manner.
• Within scope of job description, responds to questions and provides direction.
• Interacts with patients/visitors/others in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Provides therapeutic activities and psychoeducational groups for patients.
• Provides individualized social skills training.

1. Performs additional unit specific tasks/care elements for which they have received specific instruction and demonstrated competence.
2. 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 Skills

Essential Functions and Job Duties

• Performs routine radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures according to department policy and procedures.

• Updates patient examination history files.
• Enters data into computer system.
• Consults with supervisors, Radiologist, or ordering physician as necessary to provide appropriate patient care.
• Understands all interventional procedures and assists physician in a variety of exams.
• Insertion and removal of PICC lines and micro-puncture access.

• Follows appropriate safety precautions.

• Performs visual preventative safety inspections.
• Reports dangerous department or equipment conditions appropriately.

• Assists M.D. with AAA Repair and Carotid Stent Device Management.

• Works with the interventional radiologist to develop protocol and perform procedures for line placement and pain management procedures.

• Maintains IDNS license and ARRT registration; remains current on developing trends in diagnostic radiology; participates in continuing education.

• Maintains clean, neat and orderly work area; maintains appropriate supply levels.

• Treats patients in professional and respectful manner.
• Demonstrates age-specific competency.
• Explains procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

1. Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures, interventional ultrasound and sonographic vascular exams on outpatients of all ages, according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

1. Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound, interventional ultrasound and sonographic vascular procedures on inpatients (General, IMC and ICU) both in the department and bedside via portable Sonography as needed, according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

1. Perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures in surgical environment according to established standards, policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines.

1. Perform Transcranial Doppler Exams.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Maintain technical skills relating to imaging factors.

1. Maintain an excellent guest relations rapport with patients, visitors, physicians and fellow employees.

1. Maintain skills in performing emergency and routine patient care as required.

1. Utilize proper infection control practices per the department procedure manual.

1. Monitor the condition of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operations of the department.

1. Ensure proper recording and transmission of patient information.

1. Comply with department procedures regarding employee / patient incident reports.

1. Review and recommend equipment / supply purchases.

1. Participate in continuing education, meet requirements for all mandatory inservices and maintain knowledge of current and new technology.

1. Capable of working independently and provide guidance to Level I Sonographer.

1. Coordinate daily patient flow within the department.

1. 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 Skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care aligned with patient safety and comfort standards
• Assist with ambulation, nutrition, hygiene and toileting support
• Document interventions, observations and patient responses accurately
• Prepare patients for cardiac monitoring and procedures as directed
• Maintain a clean and organized care environment in collaboration with the team

What You’ll Do:

• Assist patients with hygiene, mobility, feeding and toileting needs with care and dignity
• Monitor and document vital signs, blood glucose levels, intake/output and patient observations
• Support cardiac care protocols by preparing patients for tests, procedures and treatments
• Respond promptly to patient call lights, ensuring comfort and safety
• Collaborate with nurses and providers to maintain a clean, organized and efficient unit

Why Join Us?

At Memorial Health, we invest in your professional development, well-being and career growth with:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Continuing education opportunities
• Life insurance and voluntary benefits
• Mental health services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption assistance
• Local and national discounts

Location:

This position is based at Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, IL, part of Memorial Health’s network of care.

Required Skills

Principal Duties & Responsibilities: 

1. Assists manager with planning, education and implementation of process improvements.
2. Performs safety audits to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
3. Performs chart audits to validate compliance with care protocols and documentation standards.
4. Assists the manager with review of policy and procedures.
5. Coordinates unit-specific orientation of new colleagues and monitors their progress after orientation is complete.
6. Facilitates colleague participation in development of unit goals.
7. Represents the acute care unit at specific committees as assigned.
8. Assists with investigation, follow through, and process improvement related to Sensor reports.
9. Serves as coach and mentor to colleagues in clinical and secretarial roles.
10. Maintains clinical excellence by participating in patient care and regularly serves as staff nurse.
11. Facilitates colleague education and participation at hospital events.
12. Demonstrates ability to foster team work within the department as well as across departments.
13. Provides input into colleague performance appraisals.
14. Assists the manager in preparation of unit budget by providing input into needed supplies and equipment.
15. Works with manager to develop plans to address colleague concerns identified by the Employee Opinion Survey.
16. Works with colleagues to ensure work schedules are complete and appropriate while utilizing a self-schedule method.
17. Works with manager to ensure staffing is appropriate each shift based on quantity & acuity of patients as well as skill level of colleagues scheduled to work. Makes adjustments as needed.
18. Works with manager to ensure that pertinent information is shared with all colleagues.
19. Works closely with manager, colleagues and physicians to identify opportunities to improve and facilitate patient satisfaction.
20. Performs patient rounds to assure patient satisfaction is achieved and concerns related to plan/provision of care are addressed prior to discharge.
21. Performs other related work as required or requested.

Required Skills

• Clean Linen Distribution:

  • Move clean linen stock throughout the facility using linen carts and various linen containers in support of the linen distribution plan.

  • Transport loaded linen carts/containers from the receiving dock to the staging area.

  • Deliver loaded linen carts/containers to designated areas for use.

  • Return partially used linen carts/containers to the staging area.

  • Move partial linen carts/containers to the loading dock for shipment.

• Soiled Linen Handling:

  • Transport soiled linen throughout the facility using linen carts and containers per the linen distribution plan.

  • Pick up and move soiled linen carts/containers from soiled linen chute rooms to the holding area or loading dock for shipment.

  • Pick up and move soiled linen carts/containers from designated soiled rooms to the holding area or loading dock for shipment.

• Infection Prevention:

  • Follow all infection prevention practices, including proper cleaning and disinfection protocols, hand hygiene, standard and isolation precautions, and correct donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Safety Compliance:

  • Adhere to all organizational safety, risk management, and infection control guidelines while promoting a culture of safety.

• Laundry Equipment Operation:

  • Operate washers, dryers, and other laundry equipment as required.

• Independent Work and Responsiveness:

  • Work effectively and efficiently with limited supervision.

  • Respond promptly to all pages and calls regarding linen while maintaining required documentation.

• Specialty Tasks:

  • Perform additional facility-specific tasks as needed, such as building clean linen carts, loading/unloading linen trucks, and other related duties.