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Licensed Practical Nurse At Decatur

Description Wexford Health Sources, one of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies, provides clients with experienced management and technologically a...

Description Wexford Health Sources, one of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies, provides clients with experienced management and technologically advanced services, combined with programs that control costs while ensuring quality. For nearly two decades, Wexford Health has consistently delivered proven staffing expertise and a full range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, utilization management, provider contracting, claims processing, and quality management services. At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue. Wexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team of healthcare professionals at Northern Alabama Community Work Center in Decatur, Alabama. We're proud to offer a competitive benefits package including: * Annual review with performance increase * Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave * Paid holidays * Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield * Dental and Vision insurance * 401(k) retirement saving plans * Company-paid short-term disability * Healthcare and dependent care spending account POSITION SUMMARY * Assists in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. * Provides assistance during assessments of the physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients. * Ensures emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients and assists with activities of daily living with special attention to therapeutic significance. * Supervises inmates in the maintenance, cleanliness and sanitation of environment. * Checks inmates' vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure). * Assists in planning and implementing individual treatment programs by utilizing available resources and consulting with registered nurses, physicians and correctional officers. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Standard medical setting in a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with inmates, correctional staff, and health care personnel. Temperature extremes may be encountered while moving throughout the facility outdoors and indoors in buildings without air conditioning. Minimum Requirements The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. LICENSING: Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nursing in the state of Alabama CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited nursing school PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: * One (1) year clinical experience preferred * Correctional experience preferred * Experience with or possess the ability to work in a stressful environment * Possess general math, analytical, planning, administrative, and organizational skills EOE/M/F/D/V

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Registered Nurse

Genesis Healthcare LLC Decatur AL, 35602

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the RN Nursing Supervisor, Resident Care Director, the Registered Nurse (RN) delivers efficient and effective nursing care while achieving ...

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POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the RN Nursing Supervisor, Resident Care Director, the Registered Nurse (RN) delivers efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction. He/she operates within the scope of practice defined by the State Nurse Practice Act and delegates aspects of patient care to LPNs and Caregivers/Aides, consistent with their scope of practice. The RN manages patient care by performing nursing assessments and collaborating with the nursing team and other disciplines, residents and families to develop effective service plans. RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES: Assessment: 1. Collects, validates, synthesizes, and records objective and subjective data; 2. Prioritizes data collection based on patient needs; Analyzes all data; 1. Identifies actual or potential problems or needs based on data analysis; Care Planning: 1. Establishes realistic and measurable short and long term goals for the identified health problems and needs; 2. Develops individualized interventions to achieve goals; 3. Conducts a systematic and ongoing evaluation of patient outcomes; 4. Reviews and revises service plan as indicated; Implementing Care: 1. Performs nursing functions and provides care within scope of practice; 2. Coordinates and delegates care as appropriate; 3. Verifies that medical orders are accurately transcribed; 4. Administers medications and performs treatments per physician orders; 5. Communicates and documents interventions and patient response; Managing patient care: 1. Delegates care responsibilities to staff considering: 2. Complexity of care; 3. Competency of staff; 4. Center policies; 5. State's practice act; 6. Supervises staff to ensure that delegated tasks and interventions are implemented appropriately and per policy; 7. Evaluates and adjusts the plan of care to achieve patient goals and minimize re-hospitalizations; 8. Actively participates in Utilization Management or Interdisciplinary Care Management Meeting to facilitate appropriate discharge planning; 8.1 Communicates team's recommendations for discharge to the attending physician, resident and family; 8.2 Prepares resident/family for discharge including patient and family education; 9. Communicates patient information with assigned staff during and between shifts; 10. Participates in shift-to-shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff; 11. Uses Point Click Care (PCC) according to the Business Processes; 12. Performs drug count when beginning and ending shift and whenever necessary, provides oversight of unlicensed staff. 13. Collaborates and coordinates with other departments to provide timely effective care consistent with the individual's needs, choices and preferences; 14. Contributes to an environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and responsive to the concerns of the staff, residents and families; 15. Enhances nursing practice by attending all mandated in-service programs and other GHC and outside professional education programs; 16. Assists with the orientation of newly hired nursing staff 17. Promotes a culture of safety to ensure a healthy practice and living environment; 18. Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive Protected Health Information (PHI) at all times; 19. Stays and works beyond scheduled shift if needed to meet state staffing requirements and/or needs of patients; 20. Performs other duties as requested. COMPLIANCE: 1. Complies with applicable legal requirements, standards, policies and procedures including but not limited to those within the Compliance Process, Standard/Code of Conduct, Federal False Claims Act and HIPAA. 2. Participates in required orientation and training programs. 3. Promptly reports concerns and suspected incidences of non-compliance to supervisor, Compliance Liaison or to the Compliance Officer via the Integrity Hotline. 4. Cooperates with monitoring and audit functions and investigations. 5. Participates, as requested, in quality assurance and process improvement activities. NRN1 SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Graduate of an approved school of nursing is required. 2. Must be currently licensed by the State Board of Nursing. 3. Experience is preferred in rehabilitative or geriatric nursing. 4. This position requires that the employee is able to read, write, speak and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and visitors at the work site when responding to their medical and physical needs. 5. Must provide verification of TST (tuberculin skin test) as required by state law and in accordance with Company policy. TSTs will be administered at the work site if required. 6. Maintains current BLS/CPR certification (All SNFs and Behavioral Centers; ALFs/ILFs as required by State).

Excellent Part Time Registered Nurse Opportunity In Decatur!

Description Wexford Health Sources, one of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies, provides clients with experienced management and technologically a...

Description Wexford Health Sources, one of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies, provides clients with experienced management and technologically advanced services, combined with programs that control costs while ensuring quality. For nearly two decades, Wexford Health has consistently delivered proven staffing expertise and a full range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, utilization management, provider contracting, claims processing, and quality management services. At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue. Wexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our team of healthcare professionals at Northern Alabama Work Release in Decatur, AL. We're proud to offer a competitive benefits package including: * Annual review with performance increase * Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave * Paid holidays * Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield * Dental and Vision insurance * 401(k) retirement saving plans * Company-paid short-term disability * Healthcare and dependent care spending account POSITION SUMMARY * Delivers patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. * Directs and guides patient teaching activities and ancillary personnel including LPNs, CNAs and other nursing paraprofessional staff in patient care. * Assists in the presentation of in-service education sessions. * Participates in the quality of chart audits. * Provides written assessment of patient on admission, during confinement and on discharge as requested. * Assists in minor medical or surgical procedures, medical screenings, and passing medications to inmates. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Standard medical setting in a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with inmates, correctional staff, and health care personnel. Temperature extremes may be encountered while moving throughout the facility outdoors and indoors in buildings without air conditioning. Minimum Requirements The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. LICENSING: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Alabama CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification EDUCATION: * Graduate of an accredited nursing school * BSN preferred PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: * One (1) year clinical experience preferred * Correctional experience preferred * Experience giving CPR instructions and possess ability to take charge in a CPR emergency * Experience with or possess the ability to work in a stressful environment and assist staff with various policies, administrative and organizational projects EOE/M/F/D/V

Part Time Licensed Practical Nurse At Decatur

Description Wexford Health Sources, one of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies, provides clients with experienced management and technologically advanced services, combined with programs that control costs while ensuring quality. For nearly two decades, Wexford Health has consistently delivered proven staffing expertise and a full range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, utilization management, provider contracting, claims processing, and quality management services. At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue. Wexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for a Part Time (16 hours/week) Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team of healthcare professionals at Northern Alabama Community Work Center in Decatur, Alabama. . POSITION SUMMARY * Assists in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. * Provides assistance during assessments of the physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients. * Ensures emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients and assists with activities of daily living with special attention to therapeutic significance. * Supervises inmates in the maintenance, cleanliness and sanitation of environment. * Checks inmates' vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure). * Assists in planning and implementing individual treatment programs by utilizing available resources and consulting with registered nurses, physicians and correctional officers. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Standard medical setting in a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with inmates, correctional staff, and health care personnel. Temperature extremes may be encountered while moving throughout the facility outdoors and indoors in buildings without air conditioning. Minimum Requirements The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. LICENSING: Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nursing in the state of Alabama CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited nursing school PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: * One (1) year clinical experience preferred * Correctional experience preferred * Experience with or possess the ability to work in a stressful environment * Possess general math, analytical, planning, administrative, and organizational skills EOE/M/F/D/V

Description Wexford Health Sources, one of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies, provides clients with experienced management and technologically a...

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Registered Nurse - (Pb24116)

Curo Health Services Decatur AL, 35602

REGISTERED NURSE PRIMARY FUNCTION The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient’s family; manage a...

REGISTERED NURSE PRIMARY FUNCTION The Registered Nurse (RN) will provide direct patient care services to hospice patients and supportive care to the patient’s family; manage an interdisciplinary group consisting of Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants and support staff to enhance the quality of hospice care; and, case manages all assigned patient clinical records. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * Assures the highest quality of care is provided and documented in accordance with the Plan of Care. * Performs the initial and on-going assessment of the patient. * Helps develop and implement the Hospice Plan of Care as prescribed by the physician and in conjunction with the other members of the Interdisciplinary Group. * Responsible for the education of the patient, family or other caregivers in relation to needs identified on the Plan of Care, including, but not exclusive of, medication administration, dressing changes, oxygen administration, Hospice philosophy and care of the terminally ill patient. * Works closely with other members of the Interdisciplinary Group to provide all-inclusive physical, psychosocial, educational, emotional and spiritual services including bereavement support to the patient and family to achieve the highest quality of care. * Maintains primary control and professional management of each patient and acts as primary liaison between physician, patient/family and hospice team so as to be fully aware and abreast of all clinical issues, staffing and scheduling concerns. * Reports any change in the patient’s condition to both the Attending Physician and Hospice Physician. * Maintains close contact with the patient’s family and/or significant others to provide information, support, and continuity of care. * Maintains an accurate and updated medical record, including all Interdisciplinary notes, Plans of Care, initial and on-going assessments and any other information pertinent to the care of the patient. * Performs on-going review and follow up on assigned patient clinical records to assure quality services are provided, standards of practice are followed, and compliance with policies, procedures and regulatory requirements is met and maintained. * Practices infection control measures and standard precautions. * Makes routine supervisory visits of, and with, all other team members at least monthly. * Monitors scheduling of all staff. * Maintains a high level of knowledge pertaining to the management of pain and symptoms in the dying process. * Participates in the Curo Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Program. * Attends staff meetings. * May be requested to participate in agency on-call schedule. * Performs other activities as assigned. * Consistently promotes company’s core values. * Completes required Curo annual training. * This is a safety-sensitive position. STATE-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR: Revision Date 2/24/2017 (Covers Delaware, Minnesota, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Mexico and Illinois) DELAWARE: requires current state licensure as a registered nurse. ILLINOIS: requires completion of registered professional nurse education program and current state licensure as a registered professional nurse. IOWA: requires that nursing services are planned and provided or supervised by a registered nurse who has a current Iowa license to practice nursing. A registered nurse will develop a nursing plan of care after assessing the patient and family’s nursing needs. A registered nurse may be asked to perform the following additional job duties: * Participate in IDT meetings to develop and amend the plan of care * Document nursing care given and observations made regarding patient, family reactions and * status; * Develop and implement nursing service objectives, policies and procedures; * Develop job descriptions for all nursing personnel; * Establish staff schedules to meet patient and family needs and ensure 24-hour service; * Develop and implement orientation and training programs; * Develop and implement performance evaluation for the nursing staff; * Assign duties to nurses consistent with their education and experience; and * Facilitate periodic meetings of the professional nursing staff to evaluate the nursing care * provided by hospice personnel. MINNESOTA: allows registered nurses to perform the following additional job duties: * Develop nursing interventions to be integrated with the plan of care. * Implement nursing care through the execution of independent nursing interventions. * Implement interventions that are delegated, ordered, or prescribed by a licensed health care provider. * Delegate nursing tasks or assign nursing activities to implement the plan of care. * Provide safe and effective nursing care. * Promote a safe and therapeutic environment. * Advocate for the best interests of individual patients. * Evaluate responses to interventions and the effectiveness of the plan of care. * Collaborate and coordinates with other health care professionals in the management and implementation of care within and across care settings and communities. * Provide health promotion, disease prevention, care coordination, and case finding. * Participate in the development of health care policies, procedures, and systems. * Hold accountability for the quality of care delivered, recognizing the limits of knowledge and experience; address situations beyond the nurse’s competency; and perform to the level of education, knowledge, and skill ordinarily expected of an individual who has completed an approved professional nursing education program. * Design and implement teaching plans based on patient need, and evaluate plan effectiveness. NEBRASKA: registered nurses may perform, but are not limited to, the following job duties: * Assessing human responses to actual or potential health conditions; * Establishing nursing diagnoses; * Establishing goals and outcomes to meet identified health care needs; * Establishing and maintaining a plan of care; * Prescribing nursing interventions to implement the plan of care; * Implementing the plan of care; * Teaching health care practices; * Delegating, directing, or assigning nursing interventions that may be performed by others and that do not conflict with the Nurse Practice Act; * Maintaining safe and effective nursing care rendered directly or indirectly; * Evaluating responses to interventions, including, but not limited to, performing physical and psychological assessments of patients under restraining and seclusion as required by federal law, if the registered nurse has been trained in the use of emergency safety intervention; * Teaching theory and practice of nursing; * Conducting, evaluating, and utilizing nursing research; * Administering, managing, and supervising the practice of nursing; and * Collaborating with other health professionals in the management of health care. NEW MEXICO: requires certification of registration as a registered nurse under the Nursing Practice Act. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. * Education: Registered Nurse * Experience: A minimum of one (1) year experience, either in oncology, long-term care, or hospice or home health. School internships and clinical hours may be considered as experience in individual cases. * Licenses, Certifications and/or Registration: o Current license to practice nursing in the state of requested employment o CPR Certification o Current automobile insurance and valid driver’s license * Equipment/Tools/Work-Aids: Must be able to effectively operate nursing assessment tools, computers, facsimile equipment, copier and cell phone/beeper. Must have and maintain transportation to be used for work. * Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with understanding of hospice; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; knowledge of roles of all disciplines providing hospice services; excellent patient assessment skills; knowledge of community resources; good oral and written communication skills; documentation and program management; knowledge of general nursing practice; thorough knowledge of managed care principles, regulatory guidelines (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, and human resource) management principles * Personal Traits, Qualities and Aptitudes: Sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues faced by individuals with terminal illness; tact in dealing with these patients and their families; ability to support others at a time of crisis. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility by performing a variety of tasks, often changing from one to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Communicate effectively with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds. Responsible functioning in the work place, maturity, cooperation, flexibility, tact in dealing with co-workers and all members of the hospice team. * Working Conditions: Patient’s homes and/or institutional setting and automobile. Potential exposure to infections, communicable diseases, odors, blood, excreta and hazardous materials. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested by individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions. * Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word * Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English * Perceive the nature of sounds by the ear * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus * Endure long periods of driving * Stand, walk and/or sit for extended periods of time * Recurring movement to fingers, hands, wrists, legs and feet. * Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling * Demonstrate manual dexterity * Ambulate on rough surfaces and climb stairs * Lift or move up to 25 lbs when transporting supplies and lift and turn patients in excess of 50 lbs * The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. STANDARDS * Maintains high standards of integrity and business ethics. * Abides by company rules, policies and procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. * Conducts self in an honest, ethical manner. * Reports promptly any suspected violation of compliance standards via the open door policy. DIRECTION RECEIVED Reports to the Director of Operations or designee

Excellent Full Time Registered Nurse Opportunity In Decatur!

Description Wexford Health Sources, one of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies, provides clients with experienced management and technologically advanced services, combined with programs that control costs while ensuring quality. For nearly two decades, Wexford Health has consistently delivered proven staffing expertise and a full range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, utilization management, provider contracting, claims processing, and quality management services. At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue. Wexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our team of healthcare professionals at North Alabama Work Release in Decatur, AL. We're proud to offer a competitive benefits package including: * Annual review with performance increase * Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave * Paid holidays * Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield * Dental and Vision insurance * 401(k) retirement saving plans * Company-paid short-term disability * Healthcare and dependent care spending account POSITION SUMMARY * Delivers patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. * Directs and guides patient teaching activities and ancillary personnel including LPNs, CNAs and other nursing paraprofessional staff in patient care. * Assists in the presentation of in-service education sessions. * Participates in the quality of chart audits. * Provides written assessment of patient on admission, during confinement and on discharge as requested. * Assists in minor medical or surgical procedures, medical screenings, and passing medications to inmates. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Standard medical setting in a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with inmates, correctional staff, and health care personnel. Temperature extremes may be encountered while moving throughout the facility outdoors and indoors in buildings without air conditioning. Minimum Requirements The following requirements list the minimum to qualify. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. LICENSING: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Alabama CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification EDUCATION: * Graduate of an accredited nursing school * BSN preferred PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: * One (1) year clinical experience preferred * Correctional experience preferred * Experience giving CPR instructions and possess ability to take charge in a CPR emergency * Experience with or possess the ability to work in a stressful environment and assist staff with various policies, administrative and organizational projects EOE/M/F/D/V

Description Wexford Health Sources, one of the nation's leading innovative correctional health care companies, provides clients with experienced management and technologically a...

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Nurse Practitioner - (Pb22986)

Curo Health Services Decatur AL, 35602

NURSE PRACTITIONER PRIMARY FUNCTION The Nurse Practitioner shall be licensed to practice in accordance with state law of the state where the hospice is located. The Curo Nurse...

NURSE PRACTITIONER PRIMARY FUNCTION The Nurse Practitioner shall be licensed to practice in accordance with state law of the state where the hospice is located. The Curo Nurse Practitioner is a member of the interdisciplinary team whose primary roll is conducting face-to-face visits to assure the continued medical eligibility of the hospice patient. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * This is a safety-sensitive position. Determining Medical Eligibility * Assesses physical and psychosocial status of assigned patients as outlined by Nursing Standard Operating Procedures. * Prepares documentation of the visit as indicated in the Nursing Standard Manual and the orientation instructions. * Communicates findings to the Medical Director/Associate Medical Director. * Participates in scheduled team meetings, case conferences with staff. * Provides accurate documentation with visit itineraries within three calendar days of provision of service. * Provides the necessary information to agency staff for on call report. * Responds to all identified issues as clinically appropriate and in a timely manner. * Provides medical care as needed and within the scope of practice of the Nurse Practitioner. Quality Improvement * Integrates quality improvement results into the established plan of care. * Actively participates in the coordination of the patient’s hospice care and in the hospice’s quality assessment and performance improvement program. Professional Development * Represents professional nursing, the Curo site and the company in a positive manner. * Completes required instructional activities within Curo and participates in instructional activities outside the Curo program. Customer Service * Promotes a customer service oriented approach to patient care delivery. * Participates in patient conflict resolution. * May be asked to perform routine visits to patient homes and/or participate in on-call schedule (See Registered Nurse job description for signature) QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. * Education: Master's or higher degree in Nursing or related field with primary focus on Nursing; Completion of a graduate level nurse practitioner education program accredited by a national accrediting body and documentation of certification by a national credentialing body. * Experience: A combination of acute-care/ hospital and home health/hospice experience. * Licenses, Certifications and/or Registration: o Current license to practice nursing in the state of requested employment o Current registration with the appropriate board of nursing to function in the capacity of Nurse Practitioner. o Must have a collaborative agreement in place with a supervising physician agreeable to supervise work in hospice or must agree to enter a collaborative agreement with a Medical Director/Associate Medical Director. o CPR Certification o Current automobile insurance and valid driver’s license * Equipment/Tools/Work-Aids: Must be able to effectively operate nursing assessment tools, computers, facsimile equipment, copier and cell phone/beeper. Must have and maintain transportation to be used for work. * Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of terminally ill patients and their families along with understanding of hospice; ability to apply knowledge of the special needs of hospice patient and families; knowledge of roles of all disciplines providing hospice services; excellent patient assessment skills; knowledge of community resources; good oral and written communication skills; documentation and program management; knowledge of general nursing practice; thorough knowledge of managed care principles, regulatory guidelines (i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, JCAHO, and human resource) management principles * Personal Traits, Qualities and Aptitudes: Sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues faced by individuals with terminal illness; tact in dealing with these patients and their families; ability to support others at a time of crisis. Must be able to demonstrate flexibility by performing a variety of tasks, often changing from one to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Communicate effectively with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds. Responsible functioning in the work place, maturity, cooperation, flexibility, tact in dealing with co-workers and all members of the hospice team. * Working Conditions: Patient’s homes and/or institutional setting and automobile. Potential exposure to infections, communicable diseases, odors, blood, excreta and hazardous materials. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested by individuals with disabilities to allow them to perform the essential functions. * Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word * Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English * Perceive the nature of sounds by the ear * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus * Endure long periods of driving * Stand, walk and/or sit for extended periods of time * Recurring movement to fingers, hands, wrists, legs and feet * Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling * Demonstrate manual dexterity * Ambulate on rough surfaces and climb stairs * Lift or move up to 25 lbs when transporting supplies and lift and turn patients in excess of 50 lbs * The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. STANDARDS * Maintains high standards of integrity and business ethics. * Abides by company rules, policies and procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. * Conducts self in an honest, ethical manner. * Reports promptly any suspected violation of compliance standards via the open door policy. DIRECTION RECEIVED * Reports to the Director of Operations or designee * Actively collaborates with the supervising physician as outlined in the collaborative practice agreement on file with the state board of nursing.

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Medical Assistant

American Family Care, Inc. Decatur AL, 35602

Summary Provides general nursing care to patients in outpatient clinic setting by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Take temperature, ...