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Respiratory Care Intern-PRN Days
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Austell, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Day (United States of America) Job Summary: The Respiratory Care Intern provides limited respiratory care procedures designated by submitted clinical skills competency from the accredited Respiratory Care program he/she is enrolled in and validated by the respiratory department. Duties and responsibilities are under the direct supervision of a credentialed Respiratory Care Professional. Performance of this job will also require a close working relationship with the medical staff and respiratory care leadership. Good customer relations, assessment and communication skills are a must for this job. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Service * Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment Quality and Safety * Provides current clinical skill competency each semester * Perform limited respiratory care procedures * Maintain high-level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc.) Safe Environment * Maintain clean work environment * Clean, process, and deliver equipment * Stock equipment areas as needed Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education:
High School Diploma General or GED General or Accredited Program Respiratory Care-Preferred
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Enrolled in a Respiratory Care Program that is recognized by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and the American Medical Association on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) or equivalent accepted by the Georgia Medical Board Required Completion of one semester in a formal AMA approved program in Respiratory Therapy. Required Required Minimum Skills: Ability to utilize good judgment and understanding of clinical limitations. Excellent mental and cognitive skills for decision-making; effective communication skills and ability to establish and maintain good working relationship with physicians and other hospital personnel.
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$25k-33k yearly est. 3d ago
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Radiation Therapist, FT Days
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Marietta, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Day (United States of America)
Competitive Sign-on Bonuses and Relocation Assistance Available - Apply Today!
Job Summary:
The Staff Radiation Therapist in the Radiation Oncology Department applies ionizing radiation to a diverse population of patients in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. They must be capable of operating radiation-producing equipment utilizing radiation safety measures and be able to perform a series of complex and precise technical procedures.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Participates in Quality Control monitoring.
- a.Delivers consistent precise therapy to a designated treatment area.
- b.Demonstrates skill in patient assessment, performing procedures and giving specialty care to patients, considering the age of the patient and appropriately adopts care for age (adolescent, adult and geriatrics).
- c.Documents appropriately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
- d.Demonstrates a willingness to perform additional tasks and gives assistance when necessary to others.
- e.Recognizes own limitations and/or needs and seeks assistance as needed.
- f.Reports adverse reactions to physician immediately and follows policy and procedure (P/P) for documentation.
- g.Educates patient/family on expected side effects, use of blocks, wedges and other treatment aids.
- h.Follows P/P to ensure precise treatment per physician prescription.
- i.Follows P/P to ensure precise treatment per physicists instruction in chart or computer. Follows proper procedure to ensure safety to self and patient.
- a.Assesses mobility of patients and manages accordingly, looks at EMR for fall precautions.
- b.Wears radiation safety badges at all times.
- c.Practices universal precautions.
- d.Participates in daily warm-up procedures to ensure output is within tolerances
- e.Advises manager of any discrepancies and any material item that needs replaced or fixed as soon as possible Understands and completes correctly all patient set-ups
- a.Simulates new patients and/or patients with new treatment fields with no errors and according to physicians written order in EMR.
- b.Schedules patients appropriately and always lets patient know of any changes prior to changes being made. Miscellaneous items
- a.Will do other tasks as assigned
- b.Participates in on-call rotation
- c.Is active as a student clinical instructor with both RTT and RTR students. Will evaluate and give feedback to both students and Clinical Advisor.
Required Minimum Education:
Associate's Degree Must be a graduate from an accredited Radiation therapy program Required
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
ARRT Radiation Therapy
Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor
Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
Required Minimum Experience:
Minimum 2 years Experience in Radiation Therapy Preferred
Required Minimum Skills:
Demonstrates ability to treat/simulate patients.
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$72k-98k yearly est. 1d ago
Clinical Manager (RN), Neuro/Ortho/Peds
Up Health System-Marquette 4.2
Marquette, MI job
Clinical Manager, Registered Nurse (RN) - Neuro/Ortho/Peds Full-Time | 0.8 FTE| Days
$10,000 Sign-on Bonus Available
*Based on meeting eligibility requirements.
Your experience matters
UP Health System - Marquette is part of Lifepoint Health, a diverse healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Clinical Manager (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to
making communities healthier
. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Neuro/Ortho/Peds
NOP is a 24-bed specialty med/surg unit. This unit sees a variety of neuro and ortho patients for scheduled procedures and trauma events as well as pediatric patients and is focused on providing quality acute care while promoting safety. The team is experienced and supportive of each other and often complimented by patients for their collaborative teamwork.
How you will contribute
A Clinical Manager (RN) who excels in this role:
Assists with developing specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.
Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.
Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts, and vendor relations. Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversee proper working order and/or stock supplies.
Assesses the quality of patient care delivered and coordinates patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments. May provide patient care when necessary.
Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage with tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we are looking for
Applicants should have a state of Michigan RN license and possess an associate degree from an accredited nursing school (bachelor's degree preferred).
Additional requirements include:
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)
Pediatric Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (PACLS) (within 1 year)
Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) (within 1 year)
Two (2) years nursing experience
Severn (7) years managerial experience (preferred)
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More about our Health System
UP Health System - is a 222-bed hospital located in Marquette, Michigan, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to
making communities healthier
with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.
EEOC Statement
UP Health System - Marquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System - Marquette is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
$88k-117k yearly est. Auto-Apply 4d ago
RN Clinical Nurse WMCG - 5W Acute Care - Medicine - FT - Night
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Augusta, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Night (United States of America) Job Summary:
Registered Nurses provide quality nursing services by working with the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and
evaluate patients' care and by providing a positive, supportive environment. The Registered Nurse is the front-line
representative of the patient care team often serving as the intermediary between the patient and family, the provider(s),
and other care team members. This role is expected to: participate in performance improvement initiatives; maintain
professional competence; develop others; uphold confidentiality, safety, and professional standards; and support Shared
Governance through service on councils or sponsored activities.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Patient Care and Care Coordination: Monitors, examines, and evaluates the patients conditions. Assists with
the care plan and takes appropriate actions to promote the patients short/long-term outcomes and wellbeing.
Delivers care plan as outlined, applying independent judgment where appropriate. Collaborates with
and communicates patient care plans with other staff, as appropriate. Prioritizes and coordinates optimum
daily patient flow and patient experience. Delivers safe and effective care according to policies and
procedures. Maintains appropriate documentation of patient assessment, changes in condition, care
delivered, education provided, and any incidents or exceptions related to standards of care or compliance
with hospital policy.
Patient Advocacy and Satisfaction: Listens to concerns, probes in-depth to understand the needs and
concerns, and responds to patient needs in an appropriately timed manner. Serves as an educational
resource for patients and families on health-related issues. Communicates necessary patient information to
family, licensed care providers, and other staff. Embraces the concept of patient- and family-centered care
to maintain patient, family, staff, and physician satisfaction. Prioritizes actions according to patient needs and
provides input into the plan of care by reporting pertinent information involving the patient and family to the
appropriate individuals in accordance with confidentiality standards.
Performance Improvement: Seeks opportunities to improve the work environment and processes.
Contributes ideas to help identify solutions and supports change implementation. Supports and contributes
to improvement initiatives aligned with achieving better patient quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, staff
satisfaction, and organizational financial performance.
Professional Competency and Growth: Maintains professional licenses and certifications. Completes all
required training. Self-identifies and self-manages training and development opportunities. Is involved in
professional organizations. Keeps current with research literature and industry best practices. Seeks
opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
Professional Leadership: Fosters the growth and development of other nurses through mentorship and
preceptorship. Contributes to a positive and supportive work environment. Adheres to all confidentiality,
safety, and professional standards. Acts with professionalism embrace shared governance principles and
demonstrate integrity. Holds self and others accountable for practice by participating in the peer feedback
process. Positively promotes the nursing profession and assists with the recruitment of nurses to AU Health.
Other duties as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Required Minimum Education:
Associates Nursing or Bachelors Nursing or Masters Nursing-Preferred
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
BLS - Instructor or Basic Life Support
Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN - Multi-state Compact
Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
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$32k-67k yearly est. 1d ago
Director, Nursing - Emergency Department
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Grovetown, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Job Summary:
This leader will oversee the Emergency Department at Wellstar Columbia County Medical Center.
The Director of Nursing is a registered professional nurse who provides leadership and management of a specific service line through the application of advanced competencies in communication; job knowledge, professionalism and business skills. This leader is a member of the chief nursing officer's administrative team and may serve as her/his designee for assigned responsibilities. He/she reports to the nursing operations leader and demonstrates own leadership to effectively partner with nursing leadership, hospital vice presidents, medical staff and other departments to create a center of excellence for their specialty service and to meet or exceed the hospital's mission, vision and goals. This leader administers to two or more cost centers with a range of 50 to 200 FTEs in a hospital or specialty hospital in a smaller rural community area or system accountability for a domain of nursing practice. The Director of Nursing handles a budget less than 80 million dollars.
The Director of Nursing provides direct leadership for a group of nurse managers and others who comprise their specialty service line. He/she is a standard bearer and holds leaders and staff accountable for the delivery of safe, quality care and services through effective communication, employment of transformation leadership, managing by walking around, and instilling an accountability-based practice setting. The director of nursing serves as sponsor for performance improvement; inspires others to seek opportunities to grow and improve their performance and successfully applies lean and evidenced based practice to ensure all targets pillar outcomes are achieved. This leader employs all safety first interventions and as the chief safety officer creates a culture of safety for his/her service line through the development/use of these skills by other leaders, physicians and staff. He/she effectively uses data and technology to make decisions and proactively mitigates unnecessary risks for his/her area of responsibility, providing instruction and mentoring for assigned leaders to be able to do the same. This leader ensures that nurse managers and staff create a desirable, safe work environment that enables the organization to meet or exceed all licensure, regulatory and accreditation standards. He/She models the way by fostering exemplary skills in attaining effective teamwork and collaboration with physicians, staff, patients and other departments.
It is expected that all nurse leaders are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association. As a member of the patient services team, it is expected the individual upholds the voice of the patient, system policies and procedures while supporting service excellence goals.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Exemplary Practice and Outcomes
* a. Holds self and staff to the highest professional standards and ethics ensuring corporate compliance standards etc. are met by leaders and staff. Is an active member of ones professional community and serves as a role model for professional nursing practice and nursing leadership advances the field through transformational executive leadership, support of shared governance, and scholarly activity
* b. Successfully works with the nurse manager to employ change management strategies and instills in self and others the curiosity to explore new knowledge and ideas.
Resources and Support
* a. Engages leaders in decision- making and partners with others to promote patient centered care and service excellence while effectively providing leadership and management skills for a specific business/clinical unit, possesses strong and effective negotiation and mediation skills
* b. Serves to support the nurse managers to promote the effective running of the care delivery system and ensures that the clinical processes of care are working as intended. Serves as a resource for all leaders and accepts additional leadership responsibilities
* c. Analyzes and manages financial resources; uses lean and other quality skills to reduce waste and improve performance of operations and clinical systems of care; integrates marketing and communication strategies to advance ones service line and organization as a whole
* d. Hires and develops an engaged team of leaders and staff that raises eachothers performance to achieve top percentile standing in all pillar goals
Interdisciplinary Teamwork and Collaboration
* a. Effectively communicates to diverse audiences on nursing, health care and organizational issues and this includes the ability to set standards and holds leaders and staff accountable for performance standards. Proactively establishes a health work place by reducing unnecessary conflict - resolves it when necessary promotes and achieves positive team dynamics
* b. Establishes partnerships by employing strong relationship building skills with all hospital leaders and medical staff by striving to understand others (and situations) and keeping the long view in mind is fair and just using reflective practice skills to monitor self and leader performance/interaction skills exercising coaching and guiding skills
* c. Creates opportunities for self and leaders to grow professionally and implements a desirable workplace to recruit and retain talented leaders and staff
Professional Development
* a. Seeks opportunities to advance knowledge and skills through formal and information education offerings to enhance ones understanding of how healthcare is financed and how to manage a diverse nursing workforce.
* b. Represents the organization positively to the community, building credibility and willingness to serve on committees and taskforces as needed to share knowledge and skill; champion a service line or need; and seeks opportunities to advance skill and scope of responsibilities
Evidence Based Practice and Research
* a. Effectively identifies areas of improvement of leaders and clinical systems and sponsors projects to improve the same. Includes assuring nursing division meets or exceeds licensure, regulatory and accreditation standards.
* b. Applies the effective use of data and evidence to support decision making for clinical and operational responsibilities and demonstrates awareness of legal and ethical issues related to patient and staff data, information and confidentiality
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Required Minimum Education:
Bachelors of Nursing is required
Masters degree is required.
In lieu of Masters degree, must be enrolled in a graduate program with
completion expected within 12 months of hire date.
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact
BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
Required Minimum Experience:
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse; includes three (3) years of progressive operational leadership to include direct management of others and financial management is required.
Experience managing department-level budget and metrics strongly preferred.
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$63k-91k yearly est. 2d ago
Respiratory Therapist II Wkd NP
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Austell, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Job Summary: The Respiratory Therapist II is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process. The RT II is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations. The majority of time is in critical care areas with protocol ventilator management, significant independent decision-making and self direction. In addition, to patient care delivery, the RT II is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities. The RT II is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs. The RT II addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient. Also participates in the education of new employees and others. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Provides Customer Service - Completion of patient care, documentation and education - Team approach to service - Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment - Provides supportive environment for students and staff 35% Administers Quality Patient Care - Performs patient assessment assessment for therapy - Collaborates with health care team members in planning patient care - Verifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen medical gas therapy - Performs ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care) - Performs arterial blood gas sampling analysis - Educates patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students and peers - Location Specific: Assisting in invasive and non-invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing 35% Provides Safe Quality Environment - Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging - Promotes high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc) - Promotes Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care - Promotes evidence based practice - Reviews the revised and new DPPs 30% Required Minimum Education: Graduate of an accredited respiratory therapy education program (CoARC or CAAHP) with minimally 20 quarter hours of science. Required Associate's Degree A.S. degree required Required Bachelor's Degree Preferred Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
Registered Respiratory Therapi
Respiratory Care Prof
Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor
Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ACLS - Instructor or ACLS - Provisional
Pediatric Adv Life Support or PALS - Instructor or PALS - Provisional
Neonatal Resuscitation Prvdr or NRP - Instructor or NRP-Provisional
Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: 0-2 yrs clinical experience with minimal 6-months critical care Required Required Minimum Skills: Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases. Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.
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$27k-58k yearly est. 1d ago
Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care Float
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Marietta, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs the Nursing Process (assessment; diagnosis; identification of outcomes; planning; implementation and evaluation) in the performance of clinical care using evidence base practice, uses analytical/critical thinking
Ensuring that care is individualized; coordinating care through effective partnerships recognizing that caring is central to achieve optimal patient care outcomes
Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc) in a manner that adapts service delivery to reflect an understanding of cultural diversity
Always partners with the patient and significant others (as appropriate) using such appropriate method for setting and purpose (e.g., bedside shift report; interdisciplinary rounds; just in time and planned patient teaching; keeping the patient and significant others updated and making the patient's goals the focus of the plan of care
Practices using current clinical practice standards
Teamwork and Collaboration
Coordinates the delivery and documentation of safe quality patient care that promotes the professional care delivery model.
This includes, but is not limited to diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary communication methods (interdisciplinary rounds, case review, etc); completion of timely documentation and promotion of a respectful, inclusive clinical environment
Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration by practicing in a manner that is fiscally responsible and promotes the recruitment and retention of all healthcare team members
Participates and supports performance improvement inclusive of all stakeholders, research and research utilization to promote safe, quality patient care including initiating and/or leading such activities as well as, promoting an inter/intra-disciplinary process and actively supports/participates in shared governance at all levels in the system
Professional Development and Initiative
Completes all initial and ongoing professional competency assessment, required mandatory education, population specific education
Serves as a preceptor and/or or mentor for other professional nurses (and staff or students for all disciplines) to ensure that there is a current and future qualified workforc modeling the professional practice of nursing and creating a healthy work environment
Evidence Based Practice and Research
Promotes Evidence based practice, nursing research and performance improvement in nursing
Participates in activities such as value analysis as part of the decision making process in evaluating patient care products
Upholds all health care system/organizational policies and procedures and clinical competencies put forth by this job description and professional association including legal, regulatory and accreditation requirements and standards ensuring by way of example, such goals as TJC Patient Safety Goals and WellStar Health Systems safety absolutes
Participates in data collection, poses relevant clinical questions to advanced evidence based practice
Consults appropriate experts and uses appropriate resources and evidence to address practice questions
Resources and Support
Proactively plans for the care of patients across the care continuum in the course of giving direct patient care
Participates in the development of protocols and procedures when called upon or through self-initiation in collaboration with care managers and other members of the health care team to achieve best practice outcomes (i.e., decrease in re-admission rates; avoidable days; adverse events; etc)
Supports efficient and effective use of human and material resources
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Minimum Education
Graduate of an accredited/approved school of nursing
Bachelor's Degree Baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing Preferred
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
Reg Nurse (Single State)
RN - Multi-state Compact
Basic Life Support
BLS - Instructor
BLS - Provisional
Required Skills
Knowledge of professional nursing theory, regulations and practices to give and evaluate patient care
Knowledge of clinic policies and procedures
Skill in appropriate assessment, examination, treatment techniques
Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions
Skill in maintaining records regarding medication or treatment
Ability to perform department duties in a timely and efficient manner
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public
Ability to react calmly and competently in emergency situations
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, in writing, or by phone
Outstanding written and oral communication
Exercises good judgment in dealing with patients and staff
Effective communication and teaching skills on all patient levels
Able to process large volume of patient information in an accurate and timely fashion
Basic understanding of cardiac anatomy, conditions, and treatment modalities
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$39k-78k yearly est. 1d ago
Respiratory Intern
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Marietta, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Various (United States of America) Job Summary: The Respiratory Care Intern provides limited respiratory care procedures designated by submitted clinical skills competency from the accredited Respiratory Care program he/she is enrolled in and validated by the respiratory department. Duties and responsibilities are under the direct supervision of a credentialed Respiratory Care Professional. Performance of this job will also require a close working relationship with the medical staff and respiratory care leadership. Good customer relations, assessment and communication skills are a must for this job. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Service * Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment Quality and Safety * Provides current clinical skill competency each semester * Perform limited respiratory care procedures * Maintain high-level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc.) Safe Environment * Maintain clean work environment * Clean, process, and deliver equipment * Stock equipment areas as needed Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education:
High School Diploma General or GED General
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Enrolled in a Respiratory Care Program that is recognized by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and the American Medical Association on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) or equivalent accepted by the Georgia Medical Board Required Completion of one semester in a formal AMA approved program in Respiratory Therapy. Required Required Minimum Skills: Ability to utilize good judgment and understanding of clinical limitations. Excellent mental and cognitive skills for decision-making; effective communication skills and ability to establish and maintain good working relationship with physicians and other hospital personnel.
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How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Job Summary:
The occupational therapist assesses, plans, organizes and participates in rehabilitative programs that help to restore or improve function in activities of daily living, functional mobility, cognitive tasks, strength, coordination and range of motion in patients suffering from disease or injury. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also required in this role.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Treatment Planning and Provision of Care
* Implements the occupational therapy treatment plan
* Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals.
* Revises goals/plan of care with patient/family input
* Provides ongoing patient/family education and training
* Provides discharge instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as appropriate
* Acts as a referral source for staff, families, physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services.
Patient Assessment
* In collaboration with the physician, responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to the occupational therapy needs of the patient.
* Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members.
* Establishes realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals.
Documentation
* Documents the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelines
* Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols
* Completes and submits family education, discharge and other required documentation within facility and program guidelines.
General requirements
* Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
* Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
* Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
* Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
* Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge approp.
* Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members.
* Attends and participates in staff meetings, required inservices, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.
* Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
* Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.
* Observes infection prevention precautions
Customer Service
* Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service.
* Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients.
* Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.
* Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamworkwith trust, support and collaboration.
* Dmonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately
Professional Development
* Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities.
* Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.
* Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure. Also includes surgery if interested.
* Participates in orientation and training of new employees.
* Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements
Required Minimum Education:
Bachelors Occupational Therapy or Masters Occupational Therapy
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
OT - Occupational Therapist
BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
Required Minimum Experience:
Required Minimum Skills:
Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills.
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
$64k-80k yearly est. 1d ago
Speech Language Pathologist - WMCG Augusta - PRN
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Augusta, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Work Shift
Job Summary: The speech language pathologist evaluates patients and develops the speech/language plan of care in the areas of speech, language, voice, cognition and swallowing in collaboration with the physician. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also required in this role. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Treatment Planning and Provision of Care * Implements the speech language therapy treatment plan * Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals. * Revises goals/plan of care with patient/family input * Provides ongoing patient/family education and training * Provides discharge instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as appropriate * Acts as a referral source for staff, families, physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services. Patient Assessment * In collaboration with the physician, responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to speech, language, cognition, voice and swallowing. * Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members. * Establishes realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals. Documentation * Documents the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelines * Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols * Completes and submits family education, discharge and other required documentation within facility and program guidelines General requirements * Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty. * Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together. * Maintains confidentiality of all patient information. * Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure. * Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately. * Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members. Attends and participates in staff meetings, required inservices, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested. * Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner. * Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner. * Observes infection prevention precautions Customer Service * Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service. Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients. * Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients. * Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support and collaboration. * Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately Professional Development * Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities. * Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines. * Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure. * Participates in orientation and training of new employees. * Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements Required Minimum Education:
Masters Speech Pathology
Accredited Program Speech Pathology
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
SLP - Speech Language Pathologist
BLS - Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Required Minimum Skills: Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills.
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
Available!** **Deliver Comfort. Honor Dignity. Transform Care.** Are you a Hospice Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who finds purpose in providing compassionate, hands-on care during life's most meaningful moments?
We believe every day is an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families facing end-of-life journeys.
We're currently seeking a dependable, empathetic, and attentive Hospice Aide to provide essential personal care and emotional support to patients wherever they call home-whether that's a private residence, assisted living facility, or inpatient unit. If you're passionate about making a difference when it matters most, we invite you to join our dedicated hospice care team.
**What You'll Do as a Hospice Aide:**
+ Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients
+ Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting
+ Support safe mobility, including use of walkers and wheelchairs
+ Help with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping
+ Observe and report changes in the patient's physical or mental condition
+ Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families
+ Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits
+ Attend team meetings and participate in Quality Improvement (QI) activities
+ Practiceinfection control and follow safety protocols at all times
**About You**
**Qualifications - What You'll Bring:**
+ Active CNA license in the state of employment (Required)
+ Current CPR certification (Required)
+ Driver's license and reliable vehicle with insurance (Required)
+ Six (6) months or more of direct patient care experience (Preferred)
+ Comfortable working in home settings, hospice facilities, or long-term care environments
+ Demonstrated compassion, patience, and ability to handle emotional situations
+ Willingness to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs
**Preferred Background (Not Required):**
+ Experience in home health, hospice, palliative care, or oncology
+ Prior roles in hospital nursing, ICU, geriatrics, med-surg, ER, telemetry, or nursing homes
+ Exposure to end-of-life care, wound care, or admissions support
**We Offer**
**Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):**
+ Competitive Pay
+ 401(k) with Company Match
+ Career Advancement Opportunities
+ National & Local Recognition Programs
+ Teammate Assistance Fund
**Additional Full-Time Benefits:**
+ Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
+ Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
+ Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
+ Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
+ Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
+ Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
+ Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
+ Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
**Ready to Make a Difference in Someone's Daily Life?**
Apply now to become part of our Hospice Care team and help patients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity-at home.
**Legalese**
+ This is a safety-sensitive position
+ Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
+ Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
+ We are proud to be an EEO employer
+ We maintain a drug-free workplace
Related Job Titles
Certified Nursing Assistant, Hospice CNA, Home Health Aide, Patient Care Assistant, PCA, Hospice Aide Jobs, CNA Jobs Near Me, Personal Care Aide, CNA Hospice Home Care
ReqID: 2025-131227
Category: Home Health Aides/CNAs
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva Hospice
$23k-33k yearly est. 35d ago
RN ED - Fulltime - Evenings 3p-3a - W.E.S.T. Float Team - MCG Augusta
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Augusta, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Work Shift
Evening (United States of America) Ready to Take Your Emergency Nursing Skills on the Road? Join the W.E.S.T. Float Team!
Be the difference. Be the movement. Be W.E.S.T.!
As a member of the WellStar Enterprise Support Team (W.E.S.T.) Float Pool, you'll bring your expertise to WellStar facilities, stepping in where you're needed most. Every shift is a new adventure, your ability to provide expert, compassionate care in fast-paced ED settings will make all the difference.
Why You'll Love This Role:
Be a Lifesaver - Deliver critical, patient-centered care across the WellStar network.
Expand Your Expertise - Gain experience in diverse ED environments while sharpening your clinical skills.
Stay on the Move - No two shifts are the same! Travel between facilities and embrace new challenges.
Join an Elite Team - Collaborate with high-performing healthcare professionals driven by excellence in patient care.
What You'll Do:
Provide comprehensive emergency nursing care-assessment, triage, intervention, and evaluation.
Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.
Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
Respond swiftly and effectively to critical situations and codes.
Educate patients and families on care, treatment, and discharge instructions.
Ensure accurate, timely documentation in compliance with WellStar standards.
What You'll Bring:
Experience:
Minimum 2+ years of recent, direct ED RN experience.
Education:
Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).
Licensure/Certifications:
Active RN license (Georgia or Compact)
BLS - Basic Life Support from AHA.
ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Skills: Critical thinking, adaptability, teamwork, and the ability to thrive under pressure.
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
$40k-80k yearly est. 1d ago
Hospice Care Consultant
Compassus 4.2
Kansas City, MO job
Company:
Compassus
The Hospice Care Consultant (HCC) is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Hospice Care Consultant (HCC) is responsible for growing Compassus' market share within a defined Book of Business to help more patients get the care they need. This role focuses on growing hospice admissions by building strong relationships with healthcare providers, identifying eligible patients, and helping to ensure they are admitted quickly and appropriately. This dynamic, high-performing sales professional is expected to meet or exceed clear admissions and market share growth goals. These goals are met by identifying and opening new accounts, and by growing share within existing accounts. Success in this role requires more than strong sales abilities. The HCC must bring compassion, resilience, and the ability to support patients, families, and healthcare partners during highly sensitive and emotional times. The ideal candidate is highly-motivated to achieve growth objectives, confident in navigating complex, emotional conversations, and comfortable working through difficult situations with professionalism and care. They take complete ownership of their work, stay organized under pressure, and bring a passion for helping people receive high-quality care when they need it most.
Position Specific Responsibilities
• Drive significant growth within the assigned book of business by opening new accounts and expanding existing accounts. Leverage Compassus-provided tools to identify new opportunities through detailed market analysis
• Secure referrals from physicians, staff, and administrators and partner with the operations team to ensure all clinically-eligible patients are rapidly admitted
• Take full ownership of meeting or exceeding weekly performance goals. Grow productivity levels on / ahead of pace with tenure-based company expectations
• Cultivate and manage strong, trust-based relationships with referral sources leveraging a personal, needs-based consultative sales approach
• Show genuine compassion and empathy to patients and families. Maintain resilience in the face of the significant emotional challenges inherent to working in hospice care
• Always prioritize the patient. Be ready / willing to work outside standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, to ensure timely support and service for patients in need
• Seek out feedback from referral sources on service levels, quality, patients, etc. and demonstrate rapid, attentive responsiveness to protect the referral source relationship. Relay valuable insights to the operations team and help facilitate change where it is needed
• Demonstrate adaptability and readily embrace change (e.g. business priorities, team structure, and market dynamics) if / when it arises. Be ready to do what's required to best-support the team / business
• Provide clinical training and education to referral partners to help improve understanding of hospice care
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business strongly preferred.
Five (5) plus years of successful sales experience in relevant roles
Proven track record of meeting / exceeding sales goals, with the ability to find and grow new accounts
Excellent customer relationship management skills that drive continued growth in long-standing accounts
Experience in Hospice, Home Health, or Healthcare industry preferred, but top-performing sales professionals who understand and accept the challenges of hospice care are encouraged to apply
Skills
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
Language Skills: Ability to use communication methods and strategies that influence desired results at senior levels within the assigned Accounts. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Proven effective verbal, computer, written, and presentation/communication skills.
Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy. Ability to quickly adapt and respond to job, environmental, and industry changes. Ability to effectively manage assigned accounts in terms of driving utilization, customer relationship management, problem resolution, and business planning. Strong clinical knowledge, with the confidence to knowledgeably engage key stakeholders such as physicians, clinical staff, nurses, and department managers to present a value proposition. A professional presence that influences desired results with both external and internal stakeholders.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to positions in our organization.
At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
#LI-MK2
Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus
At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.
Your Career Journey Matters
We're dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you're pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.
The Compassus Advantage
• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Ready to Join?
At Compassus, your career is more than a job-it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.
$53k-64k yearly est. Auto-Apply 57d ago
Hospice Area Market Executive
Compassus 4.2
Kansas City, MO job
Company: Compassus The Hospice Area Market Executive is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Hospice Area Market Executive is responsible for identifying markets of opportunity and securing market penetration for Compassus to fulfill our vision as the pre-eminent American healthcare provider dedicated to delivering unsurpassed comfort to those needing compassionate navigation through life's closing chapters. S/he partners with hospice program leaders in developing "Books of Business" and growth strategies for the hospice programs in his/her area of responsibility, as well as participating in the recruiting, hiring, and training of new growth staff. The Hospice Area Market Executive oversees hospice program growth, assists in ensuring the growth team's execution of the growth plan, and ensures the professional development of growth staff. S/he has a strong partnership with the clinical leaders and team members and serves as a growth resource to all staff. The Hospice Area Market Executive may assist in the start-up of new hospice locations or programs as directed.
Position Specific Responsibilities
* • Devotes the necessary training time to ensure growth team member's peak performance.
* Creates and manages by a "Book of Business" for each Hospice Care Consultant.
* Defines and manages the monthly and annual growth objectives for all growth staff.
* Closely monitors all growth metrics, including contacts, closing, and conversions; communicates progress toward goals.
* Serves as a growth resource to all team members, both growth and clinical, in support of the Growth goal.
* Assures that the key growth fundamentals are executed with the goal of increasing their Hospice Care Consultant's closing percentages.
* Assists program leadership in planning and presenting educational, informational, and marketing programs to area professional groups.
* Works closely with Compassus Medical Directors to ensure advocacy for access in the community.
* Proactively monitors and reports on issues affecting the business, including competitive pressures, talent, recruiting, market/industry movements, and other challenges that impact business unit performance.
* May be responsible for their own Book of Business.
* Ensures that any/all RN (clinical liaisons) and licensed care staff orientation/education requirements are met by working closely with and through the locations Hospice Director(s) of Clinical Services, corporate education coordinator and regional clinical services leaders, reporting variances or concerns to the Regional Executive of Clinical Outcomes in a timely manner.
* Works closely with the Hospice Regional Executive of Clinical Outcomes and the Director of Quality Outcomes to assure RN (clinical liaison) and licensed care staff meet clinical standards of practice, policy and procedures in all locations.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
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Education and/or Experience
* Bachelor's degree along with at least three (3) years of experience leading growth teams strongly preferred.
* Master's of Business Administration desirable.
* In lieu of a degree, at least five (5) years of experience managing growth teams required.
* At least two (2) years of experience selling services within the healthcare field preferred.
Skills
* Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
* Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.
* Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to positions in our organization.
At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus
At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.
Your Career Journey Matters
We're dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you're pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.
The Compassus Advantage
* Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
* Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
* Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
* Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
* Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
* A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Ready to Join?
At Compassus, your career is more than a job-it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.
$83k-109k yearly est. Auto-Apply 21d ago
Part Time Day Radiation Therapist
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Hiram, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Job Summary:
Wellstar Paulding in Hiram, Georgia is seeking a PT Radiation Therapist. The Radiation Therapist in the Radiation Oncology Department applies ionizing radiation to a diverse population of patients in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. They must be capable of operating radiation-producing equipment utilizing radiation safety measures and be able to perform a series of complex and precise technical procedures.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Participates in Quality Control Monitoring.
Delivers consistent precise therapy to a designated treatment area.
Demonstrates skill in patient assessment, performing procedures and giving specialty care to patients, considering the age of the patient and appropriately adopts care for age (adolescent, adult and geriatrics).
Documents appropriately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Demonstrates a willingness to perform additional tasks and gives assistance when necessary to others.
Recognizes own limitations and/or needs and seeks assistance as needed.
Reports adverse reactions to physician immediately and follows policy and procedure (P/P) for documentation.
Educates patient/family on expected side effects, use of blocks, wedges and other treatment aids.
Follows P/P to ensure precise treatment per physician prescription.
Follows P/P to ensure precise treatment per physicist's instruction in chart or computer.
Follows proper procedure to ensure safety to self and patient.
Assesses mobility of patients and manages accordingly, looks at EMR for fall precautions.
Wears radiation safety badges at all times.
Practices universal precautions.
Participates in daily warm-up procedures to ensure output is within tolerances
Advises manager of any discrepancies and any material item that needs replaced or fixed as soon as possible
Understands and completes correctly all patient set-ups
Simulates new patients and/or patients with new treatment fields with no errors and according to physician's written order in EMR.
Schedules patients appropriately and always lets patient know of any changes prior to changes being made.
Miscellaneous Items
Will do other tasks as assigned
Participates in on-call rotation
Is active as a student clinical instructor with both RTT and RTR students. Will evaluate and give feedback to both students and Clinical Advisor.
Required Minimum Education:
Associate's Degree Must be a graduate from an accredited Radiation therapy program Required
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
ARRT Radiation Therapy Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) Required
Additional Licenses and Certifications: n/a
Required Minimum Experience:
Minimum 2 years Experience in Radiation Therapy Preferred
Required Minimum Skills:
Demonstrates ability to treat/simulate patients.
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
$72k-98k yearly est. 1d ago
Hospice Aide
Compassus 4.2
Kansas City, MO job
Company:
Compassus
At Compassus, we know that caring for our teammates is the first step in caring for our patients. We are committed to providing Care for Who You Are and What You Need to balance work and life including flexible scheduling, a supportive family-focused culture and first-class compensation and benefits.
Your position perks as a Hospice Aide
Competitive pay
Comprehensive onboarding
Health, dental, vision for part & full-time positions
Wellness reimbursements for physicals and gym memberships
Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company contributions)
Generous
Paid Time Off
plan that increases with tenure
401(k) with company matching contributions
Tuition reimbursement
Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
Company paid parental leave with tenure for birth, adoption, and foster parents
Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, and accident insurance
Employee Assistance program
Local and national award programs
Referral bonus program
Mileage reimbursement
Corporate discount program w/access to >300,000 businesses
Company assistance program supporting teammates in times of need
How you will make an impact as a Hospice Aide
Provide comfort care to patients enabling them to remain at home with their loved ones
Work as a member of the hospice team to meet each patient's unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs
Help patients approach their final days with joy, peace, and dignity
Enhance the quality of someone's life every day
Hospice Aide Requirements
Certified Nursing Assistant highly preferred.
In states where licensure is not required (AL, AZ, CT, GA, IA, IL, KS, LA, MA, ME, MI, MS, MT, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, WV), applicants must meet one of the following:
They are already a licensed/certified aide; or
They have completed a state-approved nurse aide training program AND have been continuously employed in that capacity for the previous 24 months
Current CPR certification required.
State Specific Requirements
California
State certification as a home health aide.
Colorado
Completed state training program AND certified via DORA.
Indiana
Aides required to be registered on the Indiana Nurse Aide Registry, licensure is not required.
Missouri
Licensed/certified as a Nurses' Aide; or
Have completed a nurses' aide training program AND employed as a nurses' aide for the past 24 months if not licensed/certified; or
Enrolled in a professional or practical nursing program for at least four (4) months, that included a clinical rotation within the past five (5) years and has successfully passed a Fundamentals of Nursing course (must provide transcript and letter from the program director on school letterhead verifying BOTH clinical rotation and successfully completion of Fundamentals of Nursing course).
New Hampshire
Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) required for hospice employment.
New Jersey
Certification as a Homemaker - Home Health Aide; or is a long-term care CNA.
Virginia
Aide certified required to practice in the state.
Wisconsin
Aides required to be certified and listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry.
Care for Who I Am is Caring for Who We Are. Together We Are:
Welcoming everyone. Empowering belonging. Allying for inclusivity. Removing barriers. Engaging community.
WE ARE fostering an inclusive environment where every teammate matters and can be their best selves.
WE ARE becoming a reflection of our patients, families, and partners.
WE ARE transforming care at home for every community serve.
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Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus
At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.
Your Career Journey Matters
We're dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you're pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.
The Compassus Advantage
• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.
Ready to Join?
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$29k-34k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Hospice Area Executive of Clinical Operations (Hospice Administrator)
Compassus 4.2
Kansas City, MO job
Company: Compassus The Hospice Area Executive of Clinical Operations (Hospice Administrator) is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Hospice Area Executive of Clinical Operations (Hospice Administrator) is responsible for the overall planning, directing, organizing, staffing, monitoring and reporting on, all patient care activities operating within the philosophy, mission and budget capabilities of the hospice program. The Hospice Area Executive of Clinical Operations (Hospice Administrator) is responsible for oversight to ensure high-quality delivery of patient services and compliance with the Conditions of Participation for the Medicare Hospice Benefit and State Hospice Benefit as directed by Compassus' organizational mission, policy, and procedure.
Position Specific Responsibilities
* • Maintains full responsibility for all day-to-day functions related to patient/family care services and any/all issues related to assuring high care quality, services monitoring, services documentation thereof and maximum utilization of all care related resources and related costs through program-level Hospice Directors of Clinical Services.
* Maintains oversight and visibility as evidenced by onsite location visits weekly and documentation of onsite validation reports monthly.
* Responsible for managing the "Big 5" of programs in assigned area: pharmacy, medical supplies, durable medical equipment, mileage and labor.
* Owner of Pre-Bill compliance and unbilled outcomes.
* Ensures that Hospice Directors of Clinical Services are monitoring and maintaining adequate care staffing as is required to appropriately meet patient/family service needs and works with their Regional Vice President to ensure information about program needs and outcomes are communicated for budgetary and planning purposes.
* Ensures that productivity and performance standards are being met by all disciplines, by working closely with and through the supervising Hospice Director(s) of Clinical Services) and assuring that those standards are in compliance with current job descriptions and monitored and recorded through timely annual appraisals.
* Ensures that all Conditions of Participation, regulatory standards and Standards of Care are being met, as per corporate policy and procedure and reporting variances or concerns to the program director in a timely manner.
* Ensures that any/all care staff orientation/education requirements are met by working closely with and through the supervising Hospice Director(s) of Clinical Services, corporate education coordinator and corporate clinical services department, reporting variances or concerns to the Regional Vice President in a timely manner.
* Ensures that appropriate levels of care/service are applied appropriately, is regularly monitored and is adjusted by current acuity for all hospice patients, by working closely with and through the supervising Hospice Director(s) of Clinical Services reporting variances or concerns to the Regional Vice President in a timely manner.
* Regularly participates in internal and external hospice care related education programs, as is necessary to assure positive vendor/physician relations, educational requirements, regulatory compliance and as may be directed by the Regional Vice President.
* Functions as an effective, positive and supportive senior member of the hospice management team. Coordinates closely with the Hospice Area Market Executive to set a clear, consistent, positive, professional and empowering example of professional management for the Hospice Director(s) of Clinical Services and staff to model expectations Intentional visits and maintains positive relationships with, contracted facilities/vendors to praise (when appropriate), problem solve (when appropriate) and assures positive lines of open communications are open and available, reporting variances or concerns to the Hospice Area Market Executive in order to co-create solutions while keeping the Regional Vice President fully appraised of those visits, outcomes and relationships in a timely manner.
* Coordinates, monitors and reviews activities and performance of all contracted, patient related, ancillary services (pharmacy, DME, lab, therapies, etc.). Serves as the program's primary liaison to ancillary vendors, reporting service variances or concerns to the Hospice Regional Executive of Clinical Operations in a timely manner.
* Recruits, hires, orients, supervises, coaches, and is responsible for the professional development of Hospice Director(s) of Clinical Services, with pre-hire approval from Regional Vice President.
* Has the primary responsibility for budgetary compliance with all patient/family services related expenses and for any patient/family services related budgetary projections.
* Assures the appropriate delegation, training, coordination and monitoring for the daily supervision and oversight of all compliance and documentation requirements inclusive of teammate appraisals, admission documentation and budget preparation/reporting.
* Assures that the highest standards of hospice care are met and that all vendor/physician interactions are timely, accurate, complete and positive.
* Works closely with the Hospice Regional Executive of Clinical Outcomes and the Director of Quality Outcomes to assure clinical excellence outcomes in all locations.
* Works closely with the Hospice Area Market Executive to plan, manage and monitor all hospice expenditures in a fiscally responsible manner in accordance with the program's budget.
* Works in collaboration with the Hospice Area Market Executive to ensure that all patient and customer service level agreements are met or exceeded, and all variances are identified and remedied.
* Directly supervises five to ten teammates . Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training teammates ; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining teammates ; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
* Oversight of compliance of 5% volunteer hours per program
* Manages palliative care program in area.
* Recruits, hires, orients, supervises, and is responsible for the professional oversight of Associate and Medical Directors, with pre-hire approval from Regional Vice President.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience
* Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing strongly preferred.
* Two (2) to three (3) years of leadership and nursing experience in hospice or healthcare strongly preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Skills
* Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
* Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.
* Other Skills and Abilities: Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy. Thorough understanding of the Medicare Regulations for Hospice. Thorough knowledge and understanding of the functions of a hospice organization. Competency in general nursing theory, techniques and practice. Professionalism, sound judgment and effective communications skills are required. High integrity, including maintenance of confidential information such as patient records. Possess strong leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends. Role requires 50% travel across the United States including all time zones and weather conditions.
Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations
* Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license in state of employment, in addition to every state in the Area this role will be covering, highly preferred but not required.
* Current CPR certification required.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential. This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization.
At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others.
Your Career Journey Matters
We're dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you're pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.
The Compassus Advantage
* Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
* Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
* Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
* Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
* Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
* A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.
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$76k-96k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Occupational Therapist-FT Days
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Austell, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
This FT Days role is located at our Cobb Hospital.
Job Summary:
The occupational therapist assesses, plans, organizes and participates in rehabilitative programs that help to restore or improve function in activities of daily living, functional mobility, cognitive tasks, strength, coordination and range of motion in patients suffering from disease or injury. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost conscious, quality focused and customer oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is also required in this role.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Treatment Planning and Provision of Care
* Implements the occupational therapy treatment plan
* Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress patient towards goals.
* Revises goals/plan of care with patient/family input
* Provides ongoing patient/family education and training
* Provides discharge instructions, follow-up and referral to community resources as appropriate
* Acts as a referral source for staff, families, physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services.
Patient Assessment
* In collaboration with the physician, responsible for the establishment and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals and discharge plans for the patients as related to the occupational therapy needs of the patient.
* Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members.
* Establishes realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals.
Documentation
* Documents the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelines
* Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols
* Completes and submits family education, discharge and other required documentation within facility and program guidelines.
General requirements
* Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity and honesty.
* Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together.
* Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
* Maintains attendance/punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure.
* Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge approp.
* Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members.
* Attends and participates in staff meetings, required inservices, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested.
* Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
* Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner.
* Observes infection prevention precautions
Customer Service
* Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation and customer service.
* Strives to make a difference in the lives of our employees and patients.
* Consistently applies AIDET principles in all interactions with patients.
* Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamworkwith trust, support and collaboration.
* Dmonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements appropriately
Professional Development
* Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities.
* Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines.
* Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure. Also includes surgery if interested.
* Participates in orientation and training of new employees.
* Completes all mandatory hospital and/or system mandatory requirements
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Required Minimum Education:
Bachelors Occupational Therapy or Masters Occupational Therapy
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
OT - Occupational Therapist
BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
Required Minimum Experience:
Required Minimum Skills:
Effective communication skills, customer service focused, team oriented, and basic computer skills.
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$60k-77k yearly est. 4d ago
Physician Associate Medical Director Hospice
Amedisys Inc. 4.7
Kansas City, MO job
Physician Associate Medical Director, Hospice PRN/1099 Approx 5 - 10 hours per month * Responsibilities: * Assist Medical Director, cover IDG when necessary, assist with on call rotation. Are you looking for a rewarding career in hospice? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.
Why Amedisys
You will be leading a team where you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes.
Responsibilities
* Function as a consultant to patients, physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team to assure provision of quality of palliative care including pain and symptoms management as you collaborate with the patients' attending physician.
* Assure appropriate evaluation, certification, and recertification of terminal prognosis at the time of admission and at the end of each certification period.
* Serve as the physician member of the Professional Advisory Committee.
* Conduct educational seminars, in-services and presentations to physicians, nurses, and other health care audiences to improve quality of patient care and promote hospice services and increase access to patients.
* Available for in-house or phone consultation for acute patient clinical problems that cannot be resolved through staff, directors and primary or on-call physician and available for consultation or joint visits in hospital or home when indicated.
Qualifications
* Doctor of medicine or osteopathy degree from an accredited medical school.
* Board certification in hospice and palliative care is preferred but not required. Experienced physicians with a passion for working with patients in hospice and palliative care are welcome to apply.
* Current and unencumbered license to practice specific to that state you are assigned to work.
* Membership in good standing on the medical staff of at least one contracted hospital.
* Current CPR certification.
* Valid driver's license and reliable transportation and agency required liability insurance to complete home visits.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.
* Doctor of medicine or osteopathy degree from an accredited medical school.
* Board certification in hospice and palliative care is preferred but not required. Experienced physicians with a passion for working with patients in hospice and palliative care are welcome to apply.
* Current and unencumbered license to practice specific to that state you are assigned to work.
* Membership in good standing on the medical staff of at least one contracted hospital.
* Current CPR certification.
* Valid driver's license and reliable transportation and agency required liability insurance to complete home visits.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.
* Function as a consultant to patients, physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team to assure provision of quality of palliative care including pain and symptoms management as you collaborate with the patients' attending physician.
* Assure appropriate evaluation, certification, and recertification of terminal prognosis at the time of admission and at the end of each certification period.
* Serve as the physician member of the Professional Advisory Committee.
* Conduct educational seminars, in-services and presentations to physicians, nurses, and other health care audiences to improve quality of patient care and promote hospice services and increase access to patients.
* Available for in-house or phone consultation for acute patient clinical problems that cannot be resolved through staff, directors and primary or on-call physician and available for consultation or joint visits in hospital or home when indicated.
$145k-220k yearly est. 39d ago
7662 - Respiratory Therapist II PRN CH NF
Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. 4.6
Austell, GA job
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Work Shift
Night (United States of America) Job Summary: The Respiratory Therapist III is responsible for medication administration and implementing respiratory care based on expanded knowledge, experience, and the evaluate-and-treat process. The RT III is responsible for delivering patient care in complex, multiple problem-patient care situations. The majority of time is in critical care areas with protocol ventilator management, significant independent decision-making and self direction. In addition, to patient care delivery, the RT III is responsible for patient, family/support system education, coordination of activities, staff development, and professional and self-developmental activities. The RT III is responsible for providing patient care with an understanding and awareness of population specific needs. The RT III addresses the biological, emotional, and developmental, psychosocial, and patient/family education needs when providing care to the patient. Promotes and models RT best practices. Actively engages in PI projects. Demonstrates ability and willingness to serve in a preceptor capacity for new employees and RT students. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: 1.Provides Customer Service a. Completion of patient care, documentation and education b. Team approach to service c. Promotes a team spirit and positive work environment d. Provides supportive environment for students and staff 2. Administers Quality Patient Care a. Performs patient assessment & assessment for therapy b. Collaborates with health care team members in planning patient care c. Verifies orders and administers aerosolized medication, bronchial hygiene, volume expansion, oxygen & medical gas therapy d. Performs ventilator management, weaning, wave form graphic interpretation; airway management (intubation, extubation, trach tube change and care) e. Performs arterial blood gas sampling & analysis f. Educates patient and mentors/precepts new employees, students and peers g. Location Specific: Assisting in invasive and non-invasive procedures, Cardiac Service procedures, Pulmonary Diagnostic Testing 3. Provides Safe & Quality Environment a. Promotes current and accurate electronic orders, charting and charging b. Promotes high level of patient safety (Medication Safety, NPSG, etc) c. Promotes Performance Improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care d. Promotes evidence-based practice e. PI Projects f. Reviews the revised and new DPPs Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education:
Associates Respiratory Therapy or Bachelors Respiratory Therapy-Preferred
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
RCP - Respiratory Care Prof
NBRC-RRT - Registered Respiratory Therapi
BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ARC-ALS - Amer Red Cross Advanced Life Support or ACLS-I - ACLS - Instructor
PALS - Pediatric Adv Life Support or ARC-PALS - Amer Red Cross Pediatric Advanced Life Support or PALS-I - PALS - Instructor
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Program or ARC-NALS - Amer Red Cross Neonatal Advanced Life Support or NRP-I - NRP - Instructor or NRP-P - NRP-Provisional (180 Days) within 180 Days
Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Current advance credential with a minimum of two (2) years clinical experience to work in all critical care areas but not limited to Adult ICU, CVICU, BURN, NICU, Emergency Departments (Adult and Pediatric) as it relates each facility. Required Required Minimum Skills: Ability to communicate well, critical thinking skills, establish and maintain working relationships with physicians and other health care personnel professionals, and computer skills including familiarity with databases. Good customer relation, assessment, and communication skills are a must for this job.
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