Monday, 30 July 2012

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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Home Health Aide / HHA

Details: Home Health Aide / HHAHOME HEALTH AIDEThe home health aide is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the client’s needs.  The home health aide is responsible for observing clients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide client care as directed by the Director of Nursing or registered nurse supervisor. Provide personal care: Bathing Grooming, including oral care Assist the client with dressing and undressing Assist the client with toileting activities Assist in feeding the client, if necessary Feed clients who are unable to feed themselves Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure) Measure and record height and weight, if necessary. Support good skin care to prevent skin breakdown  (i.e. turn and reposition client, actively encourage movement) Assist client with active and passive range of motions as defined by the plan of care Provide client with help walking and transferring Observe client’s physical, mental and emotional conditions. Report any change to the Director of Nursing or nursing supervisor Document observed changes Measure and document intake and output, if necessary Assist client in the self-administration of medication (medication reminder) Perform light housekeeping Perform meal preparation and clean up Change bed linens and make up the client’s bed Maintain an orderly client environment. Follow principles of infection control and Universal Precautions Identifies and participates in performance improvement activities. Provide transport to doctor appointments, outside activities and shopping Participates in client teaching according to the client’s plan of care Assist in providing a safe environment and promote quality patient care through adherence to established policies, procedures and standards. Ensure client’s rights are adhered to.  These include but are not limited to: the right to privacy and dignity while care is being provided the right to  accept or refuse care the right to confidentiality of their information Respond rapidly and appropriately in an emergency situation Use equipment properly and in a safe manner.

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Director of Rehab

Details: The Enduracare Acute Care Services (EACS) Team is currently searching for a Director of Rehab.  We are searching for a dynamic Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist, with experience in leading a large department that serves IP/OP and skilled patients.  The Director of Rehab will be responsible for the overall operation of the Physical Therapy Department. EnduraCare Acute Care Services is the largest privately held provider of Contract Therapy Management Services.  With over 30 years in the industry, we provide services to more than 50 hospitals and Physician Practices and employ 1,000 highly trained health care professionals across the country. EACS is a Drug-Free Workplace RESPONSIBILITIES  Management of the Physical Therapy Department Monitors and directs department revenue and expenses Develops programs Assists in recruiting staff Ensures that quality patient care is being provided

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Registered Nurse-Hemodialysis

Details: Registered Nurse - Hemodialysis$500 Sign on BonusJob Responsibilities:•Plan and provide nursing care to ESRD patients•Work with a team of patient care techs to deliver dialysis treatments•Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and ensure the implementation of physician orders•Analyze patient data including status of vascular accesses, lab work, patient assessments and make recommendations to the physician for patient care•Work with the team to develop short and long-term care plans•Provide patient education•Participate in the care center's QA/CQI processRequirements:Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Associate degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. Current RN license in the state of practice; CNN desirable.Experience: Dialysis experience requiredFor 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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Registered Nurse - Dialysis Nurse/ RN

Details: Registered Nurse - Dialysis Nurse/ RNJob Responsibilities:•The Registered Nurse/ RN / Dialysis Nurse will plan and provide nursing care to ESRD patients•Work with a team of patient care techs to deliver dialysis treatments•Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and ensure the implementation of physician orders•Analyze patient data including status of vascular accesses, lab work, patient assessments and make recommendations to the physician for patient care•Work with the team to develop short and long-term care plans•Provide patient education•Participate in the care center's QA/CQI processRequirements:Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Associate degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. Current RN license in the state of practice; CNN desirable.Experience: Minimum of one year of nursing care and dialysis experience preferredFor 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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Certified Nursing Assistant / CNA

Details: Certified Nursing Assistant / CNAJOB SUMMARYThe nursing assistant is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the client’s needs.  The nursing assistant is responsible for observing clients, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide client care as directed by the Director of Nursing or registered nurse supervisor. Provide personal care: Bathing Grooming, including oral care Assist the client with dressing and undressing Assist the client with toileting activities Assist in feeding the client, if necessary Feed clients who are unable to feed themselves Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure) Measure and record height and weight, if necessary. Support good skin care to prevent skin breakdown  (i.e. turn and reposition client, actively encourage movement) Assist client with active and passive range of motions as defined by the plan of care Provide client with help walking and transferring Observe client’s physical, mental and emotional conditions Report any change to the Director of Nursing or nursing supervisor Document observed changes Measure and document intake and output, if necessary Assist client in the self-administration of medication (medication reminder) Perform light housekeeping Perform meal preparation and clean up Change bed linens and make up the client’s bed Maintain an orderly client environment. Follow principles of infection control and Universal Precautions. Identifies and participates in performance improvement activities. Provide transport to doctor appointments, outside activities and shopping. Participates in client teaching according to the client’s plan of care. Assist in providing a safe environment and promote quality patient care through adherence to established policies, procedures and standards Ensure client’s rights are adhered to  Respond rapidly and appropriately in an emergency situation Use equipment properly and in a safe manner

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RN Pinal County, Florence, Casa Grande, Gila Bend

Details: Heritage was founded to provide full service and high quality health care to patients and clients in their homes. Heritage is a Medicare/Medicaid certified, licensed, bonded and insured home healthcare agency. We provide a coordinated system of comprehensive, multidisciplinary health care services in a patients environment to promote, maintain and/or restore health, and minimize the effects of illness and disability on a per visit or continual care basis. Medical, therapeutic and hospice services are delivered by highly skilled registered nurses, therapists and home health aides. Personal care and companion services provided by trained homemakers and home health aides. Through feedback from the community and other quality assurance programs, our clinical staff provides the highest level of comforting care to all of our clients. Heritage has grown to include multiple offices serving Arizona and New Mexico. Founded in 1993 by Len and Liz Trainor of New Mexico, Heritage offers a coordinated system of healthcare in our client?s home. Services are designed to meet our client?s needs 24 hours a day seven days a week on a per visit or hourly basis. Heritage has a knowledgeable management and professional staff that are committed to provide high quality and compassionate care for our clients and their families. Whether it is to prevent hospitalization, help clients recover from an illness or injury, or offer companionship and support to people and their families who are living with terminal illness, we offer a full range of services.POSITION SUMMARY: A Registered Nurse who is responsible for providing and documenting skilled care, as assigned, for patients with a variety of complex needs, including, but not limited to: skilled observation and assessment, management and evaluation of a care plan teaching and training, administration of medications, wound care, catheter care, nasopharyngeal and tracheostomy suctioning, ostomy care and teaching, and rehabilitative nursing.Please apply directly to:  http://www.heritagehomehealthcare.com/

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