activity assistant (with transportation support)

patient care technician

caregiver

personal care assistant

Georgina Homecare

<p><b>Overview</b><br/>We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistants to provide exceptional support and care to individuals in various settings, including home, community, assisted living, and long-term care facilities. This role is vital in promoting independence, safety, and well-being for our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient-centered care, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt to diverse care needs. Prior experience in senior care, home health, or working with individuals with disabilities is highly valued. This case is muiltple locations</p><p><b>This case is located Clinton, CT: Schedule is, Monday, Wednesday &amp; Friday 9am-1pm and client needs a driver.</b></p><p><b>Duties</b></p><ul><li>Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting</li><li>Provide medication administration and monitor vital signs in accordance with care plans</li><li>Support patients with mobility using equipment like Hoyer lifts and assistive devices</li><li>Prepare nutritious meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences</li><li>Conduct patient observation to identify changes in condition or behavior</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation of care provided while adhering to HIPAA regulations</li><li>Perform light cleaning tasks to ensure a safe and hygienic environment</li><li>Assist with memory care strategies for clients with dementia or Alzheimer's disease</li><li>Support patients during outings or community activities to promote social engagement</li><li>Follow prescribed care plans and collaborate with healthcare professionals including nurses and social workers</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Prior experience in home &amp; community care, assisted living, nursing homes, or long-term care preferred</li><li>Knowledge of patient monitoring, medication administration, and vital signs measurement</li><li>Certification in CPR and First Aid required; additional certifications such as HIPAA compliance are a plus</li><li>Experience working with people with developmental disabilities, autism, or dementia is highly desirable</li><li>Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary and assist with transfers using equipment like Hoyer lifts</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach to caregiving</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team</li><li>Flexibility to work various shifts including days, evenings, or weekends as needed</li></ul><p>Join our team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve by providing compassionate, professional personal care tailored to individual needs.</p><p>Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Personal Care Assistant

StoryPoint

<div><p><b>Caregiver (Trained to Pass Medications)</b></p>
<p><b>StoryPoint of Clinton Township</b></p>
<p><b>Overview:</b></p>
<ul><li><b>Location:</b> 16230 19 Mile Rd, Clinton Twp, MI 48038</li>
<li><b>Position: </b>Caregiver (trained to pass medications)</li>
<li><b>Shift: </b>6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm, 10pm-6am</li>
<li><b>Job Type:</b> Part Time or Full Time</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Benefits:</b></p>
<ul><li>Brand New Community!</li>
<li>2 Free scrub tops</li>
<li>Wages On-Demand &ndash; early access before pay day</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Supplemental Schedule:</b></p>
<ul><li>Holiday Pay</li>
<li>Flexible Scheduling</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Must haves to be a Caregiver:</b></p>
<ul><li>Passionate about working with the elderly.</li>
<li>Punctuality and Professionalism are important factors.</li>
<li>Interest in pursuing a career in Healthcare setting (ie, CNA, Nursing, Geriatrics)</li>
</ul>
<p><b>What your day to day looks like as a Caregiver:</b></p>
<ul><li>You provide compassionate and competent care for residents by performing the following services
<ul><li>Bathing, showering, and grooming/dressing assistance</li>
<li>Assist residents with dining</li>
<li>Wheelchair and walking escorts</li>
<li>Meal, activity, and medication reminder assistance</li>
<li>Answers resident call signals</li>
</ul></li><li>Participate in Life Enrichment activities.</li>
</ul>
<p>We&rsquo;ve grown our business with an employee first mindset, it&rsquo;s the basis of everything we do. We are one team, with one plan and everyone&rsquo;s included. This means we move forward together, always leading with empathy and viewing all decisions through the lens of every employee.<br>
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We believe in this so strongly that every employee in our company has scheduled monthly conversations with their leader to discuss their performance, growth and opportunities to improve the employee and customer experience.</p>
<p></p><p>As an Employee First organization, we invest in helping our employees become the best version of themselves. When our employees are at their best, they provide the absolute best service.</p>
<p></p><p><b>General Working Conditions</b></p>
<p>This position entails standing for long periods of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to communicate effectively with others, sit, stand, walk, and use hands to handle keyboard, telephone, paper, files, and other equipment and objects. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to review detailed documents and read computer screens. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The work environment requires appropriate interaction with others. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Occasional travel to different locations may be required.</p>
<p><b><i>Connecting Seniors, Families and Communities</i></b></p>
<p><i>For over 37 years, our senior living communities have served seniors and their families across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, and Tennessee, with each location offering unique services including independent, enhanced, and assisted living, as well as memory care and rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Through forming authentic connections and committing to creating the absolute best experiences each day for our residents and their families, we&rsquo;ve created a special culture within our communities that allows our employees to do their best work and our residents to shine every day.</i></p>
<p></p><p>Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great. There are 1,440 minutes in every single day. We aspire to make each one of them an exceptional moment. This philosophy is supported by our 6 powerful, yet simple pillars: Dream Big, Have Courage, Take Initiative, Be Accountable, Give Back &amp; Enjoy it. We strive to fulfill the aspirational yet unattainable goal of creating the absolute best experience with every person, in every interaction, every minute of every day.</p>
<p></p><p>It begins with empowering our employees. Every employee, at every level of the company, is expected to perform like a leader. Everyone is encouraged and expected to put the needs of each other above everything else. No one here just &ldquo;does their job&rdquo; The mission is to create the absolute best experiences. This emphasis on putting people first has helped us successfully grow for the right reasons.</p>
<p></p><p>We have developed an environment that attracts dreamers, adventurers, creators, givers and believers to seek career opportunities with us. We find people who believe that true happiness is only found in the service of others. We want high-performers with diverse skill-sets and big hearts. We treat each other as family and find that close collaboration creates the biggest ideas.</p>
<p></p><p>If you love serving others, and are looking for an opportunity to thrive, <b>CommonSail Investment Group</b> and our businesses is your destination.</p>
<p></p><p><i>This classification description is intended to indicate the general kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that are required of positions given this title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of the employees under her/his supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.</i></p>
<p><b>Equal Opportunity Employer</b></p>
<p>Click on glassdoor to see our employee testimonials</p>
<p></p><p>#SPIND</p></div>

Caregiver

DOCS Dermatology Group

<div><div><b>Gap Year Medical Assistant</b></div>
<div><b>Company Overview</b><br>
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At DOCS Dermatology Group, we are not just one of the largest dermatology practices in the nation; we are a dedicated community passionate about skin health! With more than 200 providers across 20 practice brands and 100+ locations in 10 states, we&rsquo;ve been transforming the lives of our patients for more than 40 years. Our mission is clear: to prioritize our patients with outstanding medical, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology services, all delivered in a friendly, convenient, and compassionate environment.<br>
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<b>Position Summary</b><br>
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We&rsquo;re looking for motivated Medical Assistants for an exciting 1&ndash;2-year gap year opportunity! Perfect for pre-PA or pre-Med students, this is your chance to immerse yourself in real-world healthcare, expand your skills, and make a meaningful impact before advancing to the next stage of your education. Don&rsquo;t miss out on this incredible opportunity to grow and prepare for your future career in medicine!<br>
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As a Medical Assistant at DOCS, you will play a pivotal role in our healthcare team, providing top-notch clinical and procedural patient care.<br>
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<b>Why Join Us?</b><br>
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At DOCS, we value our employees and offer an array of exciting benefits to support your well-being and professional growth:</div>
<ul><li>Prerequisite hours: Fulfillment of hours for PA school or Pre-Med applications</li>
<li>Training: Comprehensive training and mentorship from renowned Dermatologists</li>
<li>401(k) Matching: Invest in your future with our generous 401(k) matching program.</li>
<li>PTO Accrual: Start earning paid time off from day one to ensure you have the work-life balance you deserve.</li>
<li>Health, Dental, and Eye Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.</li>
<li>Scrub Reimbursement: We&rsquo;ve got you covered for your work attire through our company store!</li>
<li>Company-Paid Certified Dermatology Tech Program: Advance your career with our supported training program.</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program: Access to resources for personal and professional support.</li>
</ul><div><b>Exciting Responsibilities:</b></div>
<ul><li>Engage with patients to verify their information, gather medical history, and confirm their purpose of visit.</li>
<li>Efficiently enter patient information into our state-of-the-art EHR (EMA).</li>
<li>Guide patients through their visit, ensuring they are comfortable and prepared for examinations.</li>
<li>Assist physicians during medical exams and procedures, making each patient&rsquo;s experience seamless.</li>
<li>Schedule medical procedures with precision and care.</li>
<li>Provide essential instructions on medication usage and ensure patients feel empowered in their treatment.</li>
<li>Handle a variety of clinical tasks, including wound care, phlebotomy, and lab specimen collection.</li>
<li>Maintain a safe and organized work environment, ensuring our medical supplies are always ready and available.</li>
<li>Receive one-on-one mentorship from our providers.</li>
</ul><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
<ul><li>Currently enrolled in or recently graduated with a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree.</li>
<li>Students interested in pursuing a career as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Pre-Med</li>
<li>A passion for patient care and a self-motivated spirit.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations.</li>
<li>A collaborative team player ready to make a difference!</li>
</ul><div><div><b>Benefits</b></div>
<ul><li>Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, company paid life insurance, employee assistance program, and paid time off.</li>
</ul></div><div><b>Physical Demands</b></div>
<ul><li>Standing or walking for extended periods of time.</li>
<li>Ability to periodically lift objects or equipment up to 35 lbs.</li>
<li>Moderate levels of pushing, pulling, and reaching overhead to prep exam rooms for patient visits as well as cleaning and sterilizing rooms after patient visits.</li>
<li>The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).</li>
<li>Ability to hear normal conversation levels.</li>
<li>Hand dexterity.</li>
</ul>
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Join our mission and become part of a team that&rsquo;s making a difference in patients&rsquo; lives every day!</div></div>

Gap Year Medical Assistant

MedStar Health

<div>About this Job:
<p><b>
General Summary of Position</b><br>
Functions as a member of the patient-centered care team to provide direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse for assigned patients and their families/significant others. Assists medical and nursing staff with procedures and/or tests and patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Performs specific care activities such as specimen collection phlebotomy intravenous (IV) catheter insertion electrocardiography (EKG) and documentation in the health record. Incumbents in this position may perform all or a combination of the duties described depending upon the assigned work area and the specific needs of the patients and the department.</p><p><b>
Primary Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><br>
<p></p><ul><li>
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality and safety standards and SPIRIT Values. Complies with governmental regulations and accreditation standards.</li><li>
Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene including bathing mouth care dressing skin care positioning feeding ambulation toileting and range of motion activities. Assists with patient mobilization and rehabilitation use of crutches and walkers and transfer/transport of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers.</li><li>
Collects specimens (e.g. blood urine sputum stool); performs venipuncture/phlebotomy; obtains EKGs; applies external telemetry monitoring boxes/devices; and inserts intravenous (IV) catheters changes of IV sites and dressings and routine inspection of IV sites.</li><li>
Assists in the measurement and documentation of patient's intake and output (I&amp;O). Accurately takes and records patient's vital signs height and weight pulse oximetry point of care and waived testing (i.e. finger sticks for glucose monitoring/Accucheck urine dipstick hemoccult) and other pertinent data or information in the patient's health record.</li><li>
Performs routine sterile non-sterile (e.g. application of thermal soaks) and other treatments/activities identified by Unit/Hospital policy inclusive of but not limited to: tube feedings; ostomy care; Foley Catheter care and removal; perineal care; simple dressing changes and wound care; turning and positioning; postmortem care and transportation of body to the morgue; maintenance of drainage tubes with/without pump or suction; care of oxygen equipment; and assistance with the application maintenance and removal of traction casts splints and exercise equipment.</li><li>
Maintains the comfort privacy and confidentiality and dignity of each patient in the delivery of services. Performs patient observation duty including 1:1 observation and application of restraints. Prepares patients to be seen by providers. Assists providers and registered nurses in patient examinations and procedures.</li><li>
Rounds on all assigned patients based on established standards (e.g. purposeful hourly rounding). Reports actual and potential problems concerning patients/families including changes in the patient's condition to the registered nurse and other care team members as necessary. Ensures complete hand off to oncoming shift and obtains full hand off from outgoing shift. Initiates and assists in CPR when indicated.</li><li>
Participates in patient/family teaching as directed and responds to questions from patients families and visitors in a prompt courteous and respectful manner referring them to appropriate personnel if necessary.</li><li>
Maintains the cleanliness and safety of patient rooms/environment by distributing and changing linen/towels removing used meal trays checking bed siderails and safety restraints etc. Assists with environmental services support such as linen management trash removal and cleaning patient rooms as needed.</li><li>
Transports and/or escorts patients during discharges transfers and/or medical appointments. Completes errands such as delivering specimens to the laboratory equipment and supplies etc. as required.</li><li>
Receives and stocks equipment and supplies and maintains orderly supply and utility rooms.</li><li>
Attends staff meetings ongoing educational offerings and participate in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.</li></ul><p><b>
Minimal Qualifications</b><br>
<b>Education</b></p><ul><li>
High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required</li><li>
Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program required</li></ul><p><b>
Experience</b></p><ul><li>
Less than 1 year experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Tech required</li><li>
Experience as a care technician; general health care experience in an acute care long-term care or other settings; student nurse in junior or senior year preferred</li></ul><p><b>
Licenses and Certifications</b></p><ul><li>
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant from the relevant jurisdiction required</li><li>
CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification preferred</li><li>
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required</li><li>
Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.</li></ul><p><b>
Knowledge Skills and Abilities</b></p><ul><li>
Basic math knowledge</li><li>
Verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Basic computer skills preferred</li></ul>
This position has a hiring range of : USD $19.55 - USD $34.25 /Hr.</div>

Patient Care Technician

McLaren Health Care

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div>About Us</div></div>
<div><div>
McLaren Health Care, headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan, is a $7.3 billion, fully integrated health care delivery system committed to quality, evidence-based patient care and cost efficiency. The McLaren system includes 12 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a 640-member employed primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs covering more than 732,838 lives in Michigan and Indiana, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan&rsquo;s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers. McLaren has 20,000 full-, part-time and contracted employees and more than 113,000 network providers throughout Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.</div></div>
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</div></div></div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Medical Assistant - Family Medicine
  
</b></h1><div></div><div><div>Michigan, Clinton Township
</div><div><p>NEW</p>
  
</div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Service/Support
  
</p></div></div><div></div><div><p>McLaren Macomb</p>
</div><div></div><div><p>26002259</p></div></div><p></p><div><div><br>
</div></div></div><div><div>$2,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible new hires</div><div>
$18.41/hour starting wage for non-certified Medical Assistants</div><div>
$19.43/hour starting wage for Medical Assistants Certified through AAMA or AMT</div><div></div><div><br>
Position Summary:</div><div>
Under general supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, will provide excellent patient care by performing or assisting in a variety of medical procedures and tests to assist in the examination and treatment of patients, including but not limited to vital signs, procedures, various treatment, administering injections and venipuncture. Assists with clerical duties to maintain efficient operations.</div><div>
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:</div><div>
1. Performs to service excellence standards:<br>
<ul><li>Responds promptly, professionally and courteously to all customers&rsquo; needs.</li><li>Cooperates and communicates effectively with all patients, families and staff.</li><li>Contributes to continuous quality improvement efforts.</li></ul>
2. Prepares examining rooms including turning on computer terminals and stocks room with supplies.<br>
3. Organizes forms for physicals, etc.<br>
4. Works collaboratively with provider to assists in providing care to patients:<br>
<ul><li>Collect patient&rsquo;s history.</li><li>Prepares patient and necessary equipment/supplies for visit.</li><li>Documents all interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed or prescribed, vital signs, etc. in-patient chart and/or computer system.</li><li>Administers EKGs, PFTs, immunizations, medicines, draws blood, etc. as directed.</li><li>Obtains approval for and phones in prescriptions as directed.</li><li>Completes lab slips and referral forms as directed.</li><li>Assists with routine procedures for gynecological exams, physicals, and office visits, etc.</li></ul></div><br>
<div><div>Qualifications:</div><div>
 <i>Required:</i></div><ul><li> High school diploma or equivalent and six months experience as a Medical Assistant or a Patient Care Tech.</li></ul><div>
</div><div>OR</div><div>
</div><ul><li> High school diploma or equivalent and completion of one of the following programs: medical assistant, emergency medical technician, nurse assistant, licensed practical nurse, armed services medic, or patient care technician.</li><li> For clinics with the Rural Health Designation, Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), and Canadian equivalents, (MHC approved providers for the resuscitation certification) is required within 6 months of hire</li><li> For positions designated as float positions, travel to or between clinics is required</li></ul><div>
</div><div><i>Preferred:</i></div><ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologists (AMT)</li></ul><ul><li> Electronic medical record experience.</li><li> One-year experience working in medical office with multiple providers.</li><li> Previous experience working in a medical office of the same specialty.</li></ul><div>
Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans</div>
</div><div><p>Additional Information
</p><ul><li>Schedule: Full-time</li>
<li>Requisition ID: 26002259</li>
<li>Daily Work Times: 7:30am - 6:00pm</li>
<li>Hours Per Pay Period: 80</li>
<li>On Call: No</li>
<li>Weekends: No</li>
</ul></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div>McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

Adrian Counseling and Psychiatric Clinic

<p>We here at <b>Pure Psychiatry of Michigan, PLLC </b>are looking for a Full Time <b>Medical Office Assistant</b> to join our growing team. We value hard-working individuals with exemplary patient care skills who are willing to serve a diverse population of clientele.</p><p>Our Medical Office Assistants are responsible for patient scheduling, check-in, check-out, co-pay collection, insurance verification, and attending to any patient call to the clinic. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality of care in the mental health field. If this aligns with your values, we hope you will apply today!</p><p>Medical Office Assistant Responsibilities/Expectations:</p><ul><li>Adhere to and abide by all HIPAA policies</li><li>Show ability to be adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Careful and comprehensive approach to patient care</li><li>Team player; be able to multi-task and help fellow colleagues when applicable</li><li>Strong customer service skills and effective communicator</li><li>Dependable, punctual, deliberate with work ethic</li></ul><p>Desired Medical Office Experience:</p><ul><li>Verifying insurance eligibility</li><li>Prior authorizations</li><li>Co-pay collection and Understanding of deductibles</li></ul><p>Position Qualifications:</p><ul><li>High school diploma</li><li>1 year minimum experience working in medical office setting (preferred)</li><li>Some level of experience with Electronic Medical Records and Proficiency with Microsoft Office products</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Clinton Township, MI 48038 (Required)</li></ul><p>Ability to Relocate:</p><ul><li>Clinton Township, MI 48038: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Medical Office Assistant/Receptionist

<div>About this Job: <b>General Summary of Position</b><br>
The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and leadership team. Supports and collaborates with the Director of Nursing in providing leadership and oversight for a specific unit/department. Directs and coordinates the nursing and patient care delivery of the unit-based professional and support personnel. Ensures the provision of holistic culturally competent and person-centered quality safe and cost-effective evidence-based nursing care for patients/families. Applies the nursing process within the context of the organization's shared/collaborative decision-making framework. Collaboratively manages the patient's transitions across the continuum of care to assist patients and populations in achieving or maintaining an optimal level of health and functioning.The Assistant Director of Nursing assumes administrative and leadership authority and responsibility on a 24 hours/7 days per week basis for the assigned unit/department. Fosters associates' commitment to improving quality safety and cost-conscious patient care outcomes. Collaborates with the Director of Nursing in maintaining adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards and MedStar Health's policies and procedures. Demonstrates leadership and behaviors which are consistent with MedStar's mission vision goals SPIRIT Values patient care philosophy and sound moral and ethical judgement.<p><b>
Primary Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><br>
<ul><li>
In collaboration with the Director of Nursing develops unit/department goals objectives policies and procedures and ensures compliance with hospital/entity policies and procedures clinical practice guidelines and regulatory and accreditation standards.</li><li>
Develops and maintains effective relationships and partnerships across disciplines (e.g. medicine) and departments (e.g. environmental services) to ensure the delivery of efficient and quality patient care services. Contributes to the hospital/entity capacity management efforts; ensures unit activities and patient throughput proceed smoothly.</li><li>
In collaboration with the Director of Nursing develops standards of performance for associates evaluates performance and conducts performance management planning. Initiates or makes recommendations for personnel actions. Sets clear expectations for performance and holds associates accountable. Maintains ongoing communication with associates to review programs discuss new developments and exchange information.</li><li>
Completes annual performance reviews of unit/department-based associates in a timely manner. Ensures the reviews reflect the individual associate's ability to meet performance expectations and beneficial ongoing developmental goals. Provides associates with ongoing feedback and champions their continued professional growth and development.</li><li>
In the absence of the Director of Nursing maintains communication with the Senior Director of Nursing and Patient Care Services unit-based associates Medical Director providers other nurse leaders and personnel from other departments for the purpose of coordinating operations among the unit/department clinical nursing division and hospital/entity.</li><li>
Contributes to the development implementation monitoring and management of the unit/department-based budget and to support the organizational objectives patient care standards and quality of care. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility with day-to-day unit productivity and operations. Ensures availability of necessary materials supplies and equipment for safe and optimal patient care delivery.</li><li>
Implements approaches and strategies that optimize patient care delivery and outcomes. Ensures effective utilization of the interdisciplinary model of care (IMOC) and associated standards of excellence. Rounds on patients during the shift for the purpose of engagement satisfaction and improvement in the care experience. Investigates and follows through on patient complaints and safety events.</li><li>
Supports and promotes quality and patient safety initiatives and high reliability standards. Leads unit-based safety huddles. Escalates care delivery concerns to the Director of Nursing and other leaders as necessary and following the chain-of-command. Takes action to ensure optimal execution of the National Patient Safety Goals nursing sensitive indicators/measures regulatory requirements and other identified quality metrics. Identifies and participates in performance improvement opportunities as appropriate and based on findings.</li><li>
Collaborates with the Director of Nursing in the hiring evaluation promotion and termination of personnel within the assigned unit/department as needed. Initiates coaching and counseling of associates. Monitors and ensures appropriate staffing for unit(s).</li><li>
Collaborates with other nurse leaders (Directors of Nursing Directors of Clinical Nursing Informatics Practice Innovation Professional Development and others) to ensure associate competencies. Identifies individual staff development needs and provides appropriate resources to meet needs.</li><li>
Assists with developing unit-specific orientation of newly hired associates and preceptor and charge/resource nurse programs. Plans and coordinates the assessment of unit-specific competencies for all nursing personnel within the unit/department. Supports the implementation of new programs/practices and helps design educational programs that ensure the highest quality care delivery and customer satisfaction.</li><li>
Maintains continuing education files competency assessment documentation licensure and specialty certifications for self and the associates within the unit/department.</li><li>
Maintains and demonstrates a professional patient-first atmosphere and an environment of coaching and development that supports shared decision making interdisciplinary collaboration and a high level of patient and associate satisfaction as evidenced by outcomes data. Provides shift-based clinical leadership through role modeling professional practice behaviors proper delegation of activities and management of the nursing team by maintaining staff accountability. Evaluates the need for and contributes to improvement in the professional practice environment.</li><li>
Participates in hospital/entity committees task forces interdisciplinary forums and projects (e.g. serious safety event reviews and performance improvement teams) at the request of Director of Nursing. Contributes to the achievement of Magnet Recognition or Pathways to Excellence program. Promotes a public image of professional nursing excellence and represents the hospital in community outreach efforts as appropriate.</li><li>
Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the fields of nursing and health care through a variety of professional activities including but not limited to reading the appropriate literature attending related seminars and conferences and maintaining membership in professional nursing associations. Demonstrates accountability for own professional development and advancement.</li><li>
Assumes administrative responsibilities in absence of the Director of Nursing and provides coverage for other colleagues.</li><li>
Maintains clinical knowledge and skills and engages in the provision of direct care for a caseload of patients as required.</li></ul>
<b>Minimal Qualifications</b><br>
<b>Education</b><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a nationally accredited program required
</li><li>Master's degree in Nursing or a health related field from a nationally accredited program preferred
</li></ul><b>Experience</b><ul><li>
3-4 years progressive nursing care experience required
</li><li>Leadership and management experience preferred
</li></ul><b>Licenses and Certifications</b><ul><li>
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in Maryland required
</li><li>CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
</li><li>Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
</li><li>C-EFM - Electronic Fetal Monitoring from the National Certification Corporation (NCC) is required for Perinatal nurses (labor and delivery antepartum antenatal testing) within 12 months from date of hire. New graduate nurses or new to specialty nurses (labor and delivery antepartum antenatal testing) will have 15 months from date of hire to obtain the EFM certification.
</li><li>Specialty certification from a nationally recognized nursing organization in either a clinical specialty or Nursing Administration preferred
</li></ul><b>Knowledge Skills and Abilities</b><ul><li>
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to exercise independent judgment on complex situations. Verbal and written communication skills. Basic knowledge of various computer software applications and online learning applications especially Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.</li></ul>
This position has a hiring range of : USD $102,606.00 - USD $196,996.00 /Yr.</div>

RN Assistant Director of Nursing MedSurg 2W

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