Patient Care Technician

Details: Patient Care TechnicianJob Responsibilities:•Performs patient care responsibilities for dialysis treatment•Gathers patient data and vital signs to include blood samples and culture specimens•Initiates and terminates dialysis treatments with permanent fistula or graft•Documents treated information•Responsible for set up, operation, cleaning and disinfecting dialysis and related equipment•Prepares, administers and records medications as allowed by state regulations•Participate in the care center's QA/CQI processRequirements:Education: Must have a High School diploma or equivalent; meet any additional requirements as determined by state regulations.Experience: Dialysis experience preferred, telephone, computer and keyboard skills are necessary.For more information on our company or to apply online, please visit our website: www.renaladvantage.comRenal Advantage Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Patient Care Technician

Details: Patient Care TechnicianJob Responsibilities:•Performs patient care responsibilities for dialysis treatment•Gathers patient data and vital signs to include blood samples and culture specimens•Initiates and terminates dialysis treatments with permanent fistula or graft•Documents treated information•Responsible for set up, operation, cleaning and disinfecting dialysis and related equipment•Prepares, administers and records medications as allowed by state regulations•Participate in the care center's QA/CQI processRequirements:Education: Must have a High School diploma or equivalent; meet any additional requirements as determined by state regulations.Experience: Dialysis experience preferred, telephone, computer and keyboard skills are necessary.For more information on our company or to apply online, please visit our website: www.renaladvantage.comRenal Advantage Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Patient Care Assistant

Details: Category: Nursing Support Facility: Phoenix Baptist Hospital Department: Prog Care/Telemetry - PBH Shift: Night Shift Hours:  Contact Information:  Overview: Provides individualized, culture-specific patient care by attending to the personal needs and comfort of patients, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Assists the professional or licensed nurse as delegated in tasks requiring less technical skills. Participates in shift and bedside report. Participates and supports regional, facility, department, and unit initiatives. Special Skills: Excellent customer service skills; basic computer skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, visitors and health care team members. Knowledge of patient rights, aseptic/sterile technique and infection control best practices. Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent GED. One year experience in acute care setting as nursing assistant or certified CNA or nurse extern (completed block one/first year of nursing school). Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license or meet minimum experience requirements; CPR. Patient Care Assistant Program; EKG training in selected units.

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Patient Care Assistant

Details: Category: Nursing Support Facility: Phoenix Baptist Hospital Department: Prog Care/Telemetry - PBH Shift: Night Shift Hours:  Contact Information:  Overview: Provides individualized, culture-specific patient care by attending to the personal needs and comfort of patients, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Assists the professional or licensed nurse as delegated in tasks requiring less technical skills. Participates in shift and bedside report. Participates and supports regional, facility, department, and unit initiatives. Special Skills: Excellent customer service skills; basic computer skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, visitors and health care team members. Knowledge of patient rights, aseptic/sterile technique and infection control best practices. Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent GED. One year experience in acute care setting as nursing assistant or certified CNA or nurse extern (completed block one/first year of nursing school). Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license or meet minimum experience requirements; CPR. Patient Care Assistant Program; EKG training in selected units.

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Hospice RN Patient Care Manager

Details: Odyssey Hospice, Inc. is the leader in hospice care, making a difference in the lives of terminally ill patients. Join the hospice team that touches so many. Besides a supportive environment where great works are acknowledged and celebrated, Odyssey employees enjoy competitive salaries, flexible schedules for many positions, and a range of excellent Full-Time benefits, including: • PPO or HMO medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Company-paid life insurance with A D & D coverage • Flexible spending accounts to set aside pre-tax dollars for childcare and medical care • Optional life insurance • Optional long-term disability coverage • Short-term disability plan • 401(k) with a company match • Tuition reimbursement • Employee referral bonus • Generous PTO program with select holidays • Employee recognition programs and an enjoyable work environment Patient Care ManagerThis Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the overall direction of clinical services. Establish, implement and evaluate goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote company standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and philosophy. Hire, train, orient, supervise and evaluate qualified Hospice interdisciplinary team personnel. Provide daily direction to the team, including all scheduling, care planning, documentation, productivity and all other patient care operations. Manage all patient care expenditures including but not limited to labor, pharmacy, DME, medical supplies and patient care mileage. Assure regulatory compliance including achieving and maintaining Hospice Medicare certification. Respond to customer complaints regarding patient care and assure all complaints are handled in accordance with Company policies and procedures and/or legal compliance requirements.

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Patient Care Coordinator RN (House Supervisor) - PRN

Details: Job: Nursing - Professional The Patient Care Coordinator provides administrative leadership for the entire hospital for the duration of the assigned shift or in the absence of nursing management. Responsible for overall coordination of the day-to-day operations of the hospital while on duty. Specific responsibilities include: Performance Improvement; enforcing policies and procedures; staffing/productivity; and nursing care for specific patient populations. Works closely with staff, physicians, and other managers to ensure quality patient care. Guides staff in the implementation of the nursing process and directs the cost effective allocation of resources.

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Patient Care Coordinator

Details: Western Dental Services, Inc., California's largest dental services provider and one of the nation's largest dental HMO's, is looking for a bright, motivated and talented Patient Care Coordinator. The Patient Care Coordinator is the primary point of contact and communication for patients in our Western Dental offices. The Coordinator will greet patients, introduce them to the office, coordinate treatment services, and nurture the patient relationship. The Patient Care Coordinator must be a strong communicator with a passion for providing excellent customer service and strong aptitude for sales. The Patient Care Coordinators objective is to make patients feel welcome and comfortable and to provide the Ultimate Patient Experience to every patient that visits Western Dental Services.Key Responsibilities:Set and achieve personal sales goals while supporting the goals of the teamGreet patients in a timely, professional and engaging mannerIntroduce new patients to the office and staffProvide patient consultations and communicate information about recommended treatmentsDiscuss cost of service, insurance coverage, and payment options with patientsBuild lasting relationships with patients by contacting them to follow up on visits to suggest new or alternative treatmentsNurture the patient relationship to encourage patient retentionWork as team player to ensure each customer receives the best service possible

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Patient Care Tech (PRN) - TOSC

Details: Job:  Nursing Support GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES - Transports patients to and from operation room, may include other areas as required; maintains cleanliness of operating room; assist with operation room turnover, sterile processing, inventory and supply maintenance, and performs other duties as assigned.SUPERVISOR -  Nurse Manager or designeeSUPERVISES - N/ADUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:•  Assist in the transfer, positioning and transport of patients.•  Assists with turning over operating rooms between caseso  Cleans rooms between cases (e.g., dusts shelves and countertops, removes linens and places in bag for daily pickup, removes garbage from operating room and recovery room)•  Performs terminal cleaning of surgical area.•  Maintains sufficient supply levels, cleanliness and orderliness of all equipment and supplies:o  Familiar with location of equipment and supplieso  Assist with restocking and ordering of supplies.o  Distributes clean linen and scrubs to all appropriate areaso  Stocks scrub brushes, antimicrobial hand washing solution, and surgical supplieso  Keeps caps, masks, and shoe covers stockedo  Keeps the warmer stocked with blankets (as applicable)o  Keeps scrub sinks clean and free of debriso  Adequate supply of paper towels, toilet paper, and soap for all bathrooms and sink areas.•  Assists patients with urinals, bedpans, and emesis basins•  Performs general delivery service for the facility that (may include transporting specimens)  and runs errands as needed•  Keeps kitchen clean•  Assist with keeping waiting areas, lobbies, utility rooms, and patient care areas safe and clean for patients, visitors, and staff.•  Keeps hallway free of clutter•  Checks/empties sharps containers throughout facility•  Cleans and remakes stretchers/OR tables.•  Assist in monitoring and recording in environmental and equipment log.•  Answers phones.•  Assist with computer data entry as needed.•  Uses equipment in safe and effective manner; reporting repairs to appropriate person.•  Competent and responsible in prevention of contamination and transfer of infection.•  Assist in sterile processing, as needed.•  Reduces hazards/risks, prevents accidents/injuries and maintains safe conditions in workplace.•  Completes on-going continual education to improve job performance, maintain licensure/certification/registration, and stays abreast of current trends and practices.•  Fosters open communication by offering, encouraging, and accepting suggestions.•  Meets established goals and objectives•  Follows through with work assignments and informs supervisor if unable to complete task.•  Practice and adhere to the 'Code of Conduct' philosophy and 'Mission and Value Statement'•  Other duties as assigned

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