spd technician

State of Iowa

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description</h2></div>
<div>Are you a dynamic and detail-oriented professional that wants to make a significant impact in what you do? If yes, look no further!
The Iowa State Public Defender&rsquo;s Office invites you to join our team as an Administrative Support Assistant 4, a key position in the Administrative Office located in Des Moines, Iowa.<div>
Who We Are</div><div>
The mission of the Office of the State Public Defender is to ensure that all indigent persons in Iowa are provided high quality legal representation in criminal, juvenile, and other eligible proceedings in the most efficient and fiscally responsible manner.</div><div> 
What You&rsquo;ll Do</div><div>
As an Administrative Support Assistant 4, you will be the Assistant to the State Public Defender and become an integral part of the Administrative Office Operations team. You will serve as personal secretary to the State Public Defender and provide a broad variety of administrative tasks for the administrative office staff. Some of your key responsibilities will include:</div><ul><li>
Assist in maintaining the State Public Defender&rsquo;s calendar by scheduling meetings, appointments, calls, and updating routine employee dates. Work closely with the SPD to keep informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.</li><li>
Reserve conference rooms or other meeting spaces, prepare agendas, coordinate attendees, take meeting notes and follow through on action items as needed.</li><li>
Screen phone calls and personal visitors, respond to or route inquiries to the State Public Defender or appropriate staff. Provide a bridge for smooth communications with staff, statewide SPD offices and other state agencies to maintain credibility, trust, support and collaboration.</li><li>
Organize and maintain shared cloud-based filing systems and physical files. Prepare and proof forms, correspondence, presentations for accuracy, grammar, spelling and sentence structure. Process all incoming and outgoing mail.</li><li>
Coordinate and research travel for statewide meetings and nationwide conferences with members of the legal and judicial community, prepare and process vouchers of payment of travel and other expenses for the State Public Defender.</li><li>
Under the direction of the State Public Defender, process requests for new contracts, contract amendments, contract renewals and contract terminations. Verify Iowa licenses and attorney disciplinary history. Prepare documents for approval by the SPD, send out routine contracting correspondence and notices. Maintain accurate contract attorney records and files. Serve as a primary point of contact for phone, email and mail inquiries about the indigent defense contract attorney program.</li><li>
Maintain confidential supervisory files for all State Public Defender employees. Locate documents as requested by the State Public Defender and ensure necessary documents are delivered to the HR contact. Manage and track performance evaluations, including sending reminders to supervisors, forwarding completed evaluations to the State Public Defender for authorization and submitting to the HR contact. Provide recruitment support by tracking positions, preparing hiring approval documents, posting attorney job openings, setting up interviews, generating offer letters and processing rejection letters. Assist with new hire onboarding tasks and answering general HR inquiries from employees.</li><li>
Perform other duties as directed by the State Public Defender, including special projects that often are of a complex or sensitive nature.</li></ul><div>
What We&rsquo;re Seeking 
The successful candidate for this is a motivated, organized, and a detail-focused individual.</div><div>
Desired skills and abilities include:</div><ul><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Good computer skills &ndash; preference given to those with experience in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.</li><li>
Displays high standards of professional and ethical conduct.</li><li>
Good people skills &ndash; this position requires regular contact with Public Defender staff, clerks, judges, county attorneys and service providers, good people skills are necessary.</li><li>
Legal experience desired, but not required.</li></ul>
What We Offer 
When you join the SPD, you become a part of a strong team culture that is committed to serving the community. In addition to providing a respect for work-life balance, we have a competitive total compensation package for all of our full-time employees, including:<ul><li>
Robust benefits, including excellent health, dental, life and vision insurance.</li><li>
Generous paid time off, including vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave accrual.</li><li>
On the job training by dedicated, experienced professionals.</li><li>
Opportunities for professional development.</li><li>
Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.</li><li>
Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package.</li><li>
Retirement Investors Club (Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan).</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program for support when you need it most.</li><li>
Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, and more)</li><li>
Access to an on-site employee fitness center (6200 Park Avenue location only).</li></ul>
For additional information on benefits click here.
E-Verify and Right to Work 
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees&rsquo; rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov. 
Embark on a rewarding career dedicated to public service and make a difference with us!
This is a non-merit position with the Department of Inspections, Appeals &amp; Licensing - Public Defender. 
Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Minimum Qualification Requirements</h2></div>
<div>Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification: 
<ul><li>
Three years of full-time work experience in a secretarial or administrative support capacity.</li><li>
All of the following (a and b):<ul><li>
One year of full-time work experience in a secretarial or administrative support capacity; and</li><li>
A total of two years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.</li></ul></li><li>
Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work as an Administrative Support Assistant 2 or six months as an Administrative Support Assistant 3.</li></ul> 
For more information click on this link to view the job description</div></div></div>

Administrative Support Assistant 4

Northwestern Medicine

<div>
 At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 The
 
 Patient Care Technician
 
 reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization&rsquo;s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
 
 
 The Patient Care Technician&rsquo;s primary function is to assist and support the Professional Registered Nurse in all aspects of direct and indirect patient care activities. The Patient Care Technician functions as a member of the unit staff under the direction and supervision of the professional Registered Nurse.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Direct Patient Care Activities
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge process.
 </li>
 <li>
 Takes and records temperature, pulse, respirations, weight for adults and/or neonates, height, and blood pressure.
 </li>
 <li>
 Measures and records intake and output including output from drains.
 </li>
 <li>
 Applies cardiac monitor/oximetry.
 </li>
 <li>
 Obtains EKG.
 </li>
 <li>
 Adheres to the infant security protocol (accurate assessment of band placement).
 </li>
 <li>
 Performs normal newborn hearing screening.
 </li>
 <li>
 Obtains capillary blood glucose for adults and/or neonates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performs phlebotomy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Applies Fetal Monitor equipment on pregnant patients.
 </li>
 <li>
 Discontinues heplocks and foley catheters. Administers enemas.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collects specimens (urine, stool, blood and sputum) on adults and/or neonates. Makes rounds of patients and anticipates their needs and observes newborns in the nursery.
 </li>
 <li>
 Responds to patient call lights in a timely manner, especially emergency lights.
 </li>
 <li>
 Distributes fresh drinking water and nourishments to patients. Prepares patients for meals; assists or feeds patients as necessary. Feeds normal newborns as assigned.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provides morning care, bed baths and evening care according to established Nursing Care Procedures. Provides peri-care to appropriate patients.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provides newborn care to the infant including bath, dressing, obtaining foot prints, assistance with feeding (bottle and breast), glucose checks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Makes occupied and unoccupied beds.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ambulates patients and instructs on walker, cane and crutch walking as appropriate for assigned unit.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assists with pre-and post-operative care; positions patients as ordered; applies special equipment for safety; lifts and turns patients with proper and safe body mechanics and available resources.
 </li>
 <li>
 Applies comfort and safety measures (side rails and call lights).
 </li>
 <li>
 Sets up oxygen and suction equipment and other respiratory equipment for adults and/or neonates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Applies dressings to Stage I and Stage II skin breakdown.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepares patient room for MD or RN assessment, evaluation, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Assists with procedures in the normal newborn nursery as directed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Transports patients, equipment and/or supplies during urgent and emergent situations and to front door on discharge.
 </li>
 <li>
 Responds to emergency situations, secures assistance and initiates basic life support.
 </li>
 <li>
 Reports observations and documents appropriately. Promptly notifies RN of any change in patient condition.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performs post-mortem care and transports bodies to the morgue when necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assumes responsibility for the care of patient&rsquo;s prosthetic devices, hearing aides, dentures, eye glasses, etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Follows established policies, procedures and standards of care in all areas of practice.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Indirect Patient Care
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Maintains a safe and clean environment. Duties may include: maintaining temperature logs on, defrosting, and cleaning refrigerator, straightening linen, cleaning utility rooms, cleaning IV poles, cleaning scale, cleaning and returning equipment to SPD, replacing and disposing of soiled linen bags.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performs duties delegated by the RN to facilitate patient care and the efficient operations of the assigned patient care unit.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collects and inventories patient belongings on admission, transfer and discharge.
 </li>
 <li>
 Completes charges using appropriate documentation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Orders supplies on-line or appropriate requisitions and stocks in appropriate location.
 </li>
 <li>
 Obtains necessary equipment and supplies to facilitate patient care.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assures room readiness for incoming patients.
 </li>
 <li>
 Checks designated equipment for proper functioning.
 </li>
 <li>
 Counts instruments and sterile trays sent and received from SEP as appropriate for assigned unit.
 </li>
 <li>
 Stocks and removes linen from patient rooms.
 </li>
 <li>
 Sets up and breaks down delivery table.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in staff meetings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrates cost effective approach to patient care in terms of equipment, supplies and other resource use.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in quality improvement activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in daily/weekly/monthly QC&rsquo;s.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in orientation of new staff.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performs related duties as assigned.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uses established communication channels to resolve work related problems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Understands and consistently demonstrates principles of &ldquo;Patient&rsquo;s First&rdquo; philosophy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Carries out assigned tasks and activities on a shift basis, as delegated by the RN.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assumes responsibility for meeting mandatory requirements.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Required:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 CNA Certification or currently enrolled in School of Nursing who has successfully completed basic clinical rotations.
 </li>
 <li>
 CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 90% correct on annual mandatory Health and Safety Training quizzes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Unit based recognition for Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring.
 </li>
 <li>
 High school diploma required. One year of college or nursing education or equivalent experience preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience in a health care setting preferred with a demonstrated ability to relate to patients, family, nursing and medical staff.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Associates or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
 
 
 
 Background Check
 
 
 
 Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
 
 
 
 Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
 
 
 
 Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
 
 
 
 Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):
 
 Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
</div>

Patient Care Tech-Cardiac Medicine 15E Full-time Nights

<div>
 At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 The
 
 Patient Care Technician
 
 reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization&rsquo;s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
 
 
 The Patient Care Technician&rsquo;s primary function is to assist and support the Professional Registered Nurse in all aspects of direct and indirect patient care activities. The Patient Care Technician functions as a member of the unit staff under the direction and supervision of the professional Registered Nurse.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Direct Patient Care Activities
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge process.
 </li>
 <li>
 Takes and records temperature, pulse, respirations, weight for adults and/or neonates, height, and blood pressure.
 </li>
 <li>
 Measures and records intake and output including output from drains.
 </li>
 <li>
 Applies cardiac monitor/oximetry.
 </li>
 <li>
 Obtains EKG.
 </li>
 <li>
 Adheres to the infant security protocol (accurate assessment of band placement).
 </li>
 <li>
 Performs normal newborn hearing screening.
 </li>
 <li>
 Obtains capillary blood glucose for adults and/or neonates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performs phlebotomy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Applies Fetal Monitor equipment on pregnant patients.
 </li>
 <li>
 Discontinues heplocks and foley catheters. Administers enemas.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collects specimens (urine, stool, blood and sputum) on adults and/or neonates. Makes rounds of patients and anticipates their needs and observes newborns in the nursery.
 </li>
 <li>
 Responds to patient call lights in a timely manner, especially emergency lights.
 </li>
 <li>
 Distributes fresh drinking water and nourishments to patients. Prepares patients for meals; assists or feeds patients as necessary. Feeds normal newborns as assigned.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provides morning care, bed baths and evening care according to established Nursing Care Procedures. Provides peri-care to appropriate patients.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provides newborn care to the infant including bath, dressing, obtaining foot prints, assistance with feeding (bottle and breast), glucose checks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Makes occupied and unoccupied beds.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ambulates patients and instructs on walker, cane and crutch walking as appropriate for assigned unit.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assists with pre-and post-operative care; positions patients as ordered; applies special equipment for safety; lifts and turns patients with proper and safe body mechanics and available resources.
 </li>
 <li>
 Applies comfort and safety measures (side rails and call lights).
 </li>
 <li>
 Sets up oxygen and suction equipment and other respiratory equipment for adults and/or neonates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Applies dressings to Stage I and Stage II skin breakdown.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepares patient room for MD or RN assessment, evaluation, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Assists with procedures in the normal newborn nursery as directed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Transports patients, equipment and/or supplies during urgent and emergent situations and to front door on discharge.
 </li>
 <li>
 Responds to emergency situations, secures assistance and initiates basic life support.
 </li>
 <li>
 Reports observations and documents appropriately. Promptly notifies RN of any change in patient condition.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performs post-mortem care and transports bodies to the morgue when necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assumes responsibility for the care of patient&rsquo;s prosthetic devices, hearing aides, dentures, eye glasses, etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Follows established policies, procedures and standards of care in all areas of practice.
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 Indirect Patient Care
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Maintains a safe and clean environment. Duties may include: maintaining temperature logs on, defrosting, and cleaning refrigerator, straightening linen, cleaning utility rooms, cleaning IV poles, cleaning scale, cleaning and returning equipment to SPD, replacing and disposing of soiled linen bags.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performs duties delegated by the RN to facilitate patient care and the efficient operations of the assigned patient care unit.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collects and inventories patient belongings on admission, transfer and discharge.
 </li>
 <li>
 Completes charges using appropriate documentation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Orders supplies on-line or appropriate requisitions and stocks in appropriate location.
 </li>
 <li>
 Obtains necessary equipment and supplies to facilitate patient care.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assures room readiness for incoming patients.
 </li>
 <li>
 Checks designated equipment for proper functioning.
 </li>
 <li>
 Counts instruments and sterile trays sent and received from SEP as appropriate for assigned unit.
 </li>
 <li>
 Stocks and removes linen from patient rooms.
 </li>
 <li>
 Sets up and breaks down delivery table.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in staff meetings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrates cost effective approach to patient care in terms of equipment, supplies and other resource use.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in quality improvement activities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in daily/weekly/monthly QC&rsquo;s.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participates in orientation of new staff.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performs related duties as assigned.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uses established communication channels to resolve work related problems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Understands and consistently demonstrates principles of &ldquo;Patient&rsquo;s First&rdquo; philosophy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Carries out assigned tasks and activities on a shift basis, as delegated by the RN.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assumes responsibility for meeting mandatory requirements.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Required:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 CNA Certification or currently enrolled in SON who has successfully completed basic clinical rotations.
 </li>
 <li>
 CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 90% correct on annual mandatory Health and Safety Training quizzes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Unit based recognition for Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring.
 </li>
 <li>
 High school diploma required. One year of college or nursing education or equivalent experience preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous experience in a health care setting preferred with a demonstrated ability to relate to patients, family, nursing and medical staff.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Associates or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
 
 
 
 Background Check
 
 
 
 Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
 
 
 
 Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
 
 
 
 Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
 
 
 
 Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):
 
 Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
</div>

Patient Care Tech-Cardiac Medicine 15E Part-Time Nights

Patient Care Tech-Olson 6 Observation Part-time Nights

<div>The salary range for this position is $22.76 - $22.76 (Hourly Rate) 
 
Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement. 
 
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more. 
 
Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. 
 
We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service. 
 
Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. 
 
Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. 
 
Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups. 
 
From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine. 
Description
The Patient Care Technician reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization&rsquo;s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Patient Care Technician&rsquo;s primary function is to assist and support the Professional Registered Nurse in all aspects of direct and indirect patient care activities. The Patient Care Technician functions as a member of the unit staff under the direction and supervision of the professional Registered Nurse.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Direct Patient Care Activities
<ul><li>Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge process.</li><li>
Takes and records temperature, pulse, respirations, weight for adults and/or neonates, height, and blood pressure.</li><li>
Measures and records intake and output including output from drains.</li><li>
Applies cardiac monitor/oximetry.</li><li>
Obtains EKG.</li><li>
Adheres to the infant security protocol (accurate assessment of band placement).</li><li>
Performs normal newborn hearing screening.</li><li>
Obtains capillary blood glucose for adults and/or neonates.</li><li>
Performs phlebotomy.</li><li>
Applies Fetal Monitor equipment on pregnant patients.</li><li>
Discontinues heplocks and foley catheters. Administers enemas.</li><li>
Collects specimens (urine, stool, blood and sputum) on adults and/or neonates. Makes rounds of patients and anticipates their needs and observes newborns in the nursery.</li><li>
Responds to patient call lights in a timely manner, especially emergency lights.</li><li>
Distributes fresh drinking water and nourishments to patients. Prepares patients for meals; assists or feeds patients as necessary. Feeds normal newborns as assigned.</li><li>
Provides morning care, bed baths and evening care according to established Nursing Care Procedures. Provides peri-care to appropriate patients.</li><li>
Provides newborn care to the infant including bath, dressing, obtaining foot prints, assistance with feeding (bottle and breast), glucose checks.</li><li>
Makes occupied and unoccupied beds.</li><li>
Ambulates patients and instructs on walker, cane and crutch walking as appropriate for assigned unit.</li><li>
Assists with pre-and post-operative care; positions patients as ordered; applies special equipment for safety; lifts and turns patients with proper and safe body mechanics and available resources.</li><li>
Applies comfort and safety measures (side rails and call lights).</li><li>
Sets up oxygen and suction equipment and other respiratory equipment for adults and/or neonates.</li><li>
Applies dressings to Stage I and Stage II skin breakdown.</li><li>
Prepares patient room for MD or RN assessment, evaluation, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Assists with procedures in the normal newborn nursery as directed.</li><li>
Transports patients, equipment and/or supplies during urgent and emergent situations and to front door on discharge.</li><li>
Responds to emergency situations, secures assistance and initiates basic life support.</li><li>
Reports observations and documents appropriately. Promptly notifies RN of any change in patient condition.</li><li>
Performs post-mortem care and transports bodies to the morgue when necessary.</li><li>
Assumes responsibility for the care of patient&rsquo;s prosthetic devices, hearing aides, dentures, eye glasses, etc.</li><li>
Follows established policies, procedures and standards of care in all areas of practice.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li> 
Indirect Patient Care<ul><li>
Maintains a safe and clean environment. Duties may include: maintaining temperature logs on, defrosting, and cleaning refrigerator, straightening linen, cleaning utility rooms, cleaning IV poles, cleaning scale, cleaning and returning equipment to SPD, replacing and disposing of soiled linen bags.</li><li>
Performs duties delegated by the RN to facilitate patient care and the efficient operations of the assigned patient care unit.</li><li>
Collects and inventories patient belongings on admission, transfer and discharge.</li><li>
Completes charges using appropriate documentation.</li><li>
Orders supplies on-line or appropriate requisitions and stocks in appropriate location.</li><li>
Obtains necessary equipment and supplies to facilitate patient care.</li><li>
Assures room readiness for incoming patients.</li><li>
Checks designated equipment for proper functioning.</li><li>
Counts instruments and sterile trays sent and received from SEP as appropriate for assigned unit.</li><li>
Stocks and removes linen from patient rooms.</li><li>
Sets up and breaks down delivery table.</li><li>
Participates in staff meetings.</li><li>
Demonstrates cost effective approach to patient care in terms of equipment, supplies and other resource use.</li><li>
Participates in quality improvement activities.</li><li>
Participates in daily/weekly/monthly QC&rsquo;s.</li><li>
Participates in orientation of new staff.</li><li>
Performs related duties as assigned.</li><li>
Uses established communication channels to resolve work related problems.</li><li>
Understands and consistently demonstrates principles of &ldquo;Patient&rsquo;s First&rdquo; philosophy.</li><li>
Carries out assigned tasks and activities on a shift basis, as delegated by the RN.</li><li>
Assumes responsibility for meeting mandatory requirements.</li></ul></li></ul>
Qualifications
Required:<ul><li>
CNA Certification or currently enrolled in School of Nursing who has successfully completed basic clinical rotations.</li><li>
CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers).</li><li>
Minimum of 90% correct on annual mandatory Health and Safety Training quizzes.</li><li>
Unit based recognition for Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring.</li><li>
High school diploma required. One year of college or nursing education or equivalent experience preferred.</li><li>
Previous experience in a health care setting preferred with a demonstrated ability to relate to patients, family, nursing and medical staff.</li></ul>
Preferred:<ul><li>
Associates or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree.</li></ul>
Equal Opportunity<div></div>
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.</div>

Patient Care Tech-Hematology Oncology 15P Full-time Nights

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center

<div>Description:

Join a Team That Makes a Difference&mdash;Every Case, Every Day
At Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center, a proud Critical Access Hospital, we're committed to delivering high-quality care in the heart of our rural community. We're looking for a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) who brings both technical expertise and compassionate care to the operating room.
In this essential role, you&rsquo;ll collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and endoscopy staff to ensure safe, efficient, and effective procedures&mdash;from general surgery to specialty and GI cases.
Pay Range: -$28.46-$39.88 per hour based on experience and qualifications. 2-3 days a week.
Requirements:

What You'll Do:<ul><li>
Serve as an expert in sterile surgical technique, instrumentation, and case preparation</li><li>
Anticipate the surgeon&rsquo;s needs throughout procedures to ensure smooth and timely surgeries</li><li>
Identify and respond to breaks in sterile technique, maintaining safety at all times</li><li>
Set up and maintain surgical and endoscopy instruments and equipment</li><li>
Assist circulating nurses and physicians throughout procedures, including endoscopy</li><li>
Perform sterile processing (SPD) responsibilities: sterilize instruments, maintain accurate counts, and document endoscope use</li><li>
Promote a patient-first environment&mdash;protecting dignity, safety, and autonomy</li><li>
Maintain accurate logs and ensure clean, ready-to-use GI procedure rooms</li></ul>
Minimum Required Education/Experience:<ul><li>
High School Diploma required.</li><li>
Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program.</li><li>
CST Required</li><li>
Minimum of two years&rsquo; work experience in general surgery and/or specialized surgery specialties is required.</li><li>
Sterile Processing experience preferred</li><li>
Robotic experience strongly preferred</li></ul>
Pre-Employment Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:<ul><li>Ability to understand and create an environment of open communication with all assigned surgical work group members to ensure a positive outcome for the patient.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to recognize and response to opportunities for improvement through continual learning, changes in approach based on situation and professional practice behavior.</li><li>Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees and administration</li></ul>
Note: An acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.
Necessary Special Requirements: Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job-specific immunizations. Required to submit to a tuberculosis screening process.
Licenses or Certificates: Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification.
Unusual Demands: Work is subject to recurring and inflexible deadlines and frequent interruptions.
Benefits:
All Employees are eligible for:<ul><li>Employee Assistance Program</li><li>403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)</li><li>Cafeteria Meal Discount</li></ul>
Full and part-time positions are eligible for:<ul><li>Medical benefits including telehealth options</li><li>Dental and vision benefits</li><li>Basic life insurance and AD&amp;D (employer paid)</li><li>Supplemental Life/AD&amp;D</li><li>Paid Time Off</li><li>Short-term disability (employer paid)</li><li>Critical Illness Insurance</li><li>Accident Insurance</li><li>Legal Insurance</li><li>Identity protection</li><li>Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)</li></ul>
If you&rsquo;re considering joining our team this position will be open for a minimum of 5 days or until filled.</div>

Certified Surgical Tech - Part-Time-$28.46-$39.88 per hour

Smith+Nephew

<div>
 
 Reconstruction Sales Representative (West Palm Beach, FL)
 
 
 
 
 Life Unlimited.
 
 At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
 
 
 Do you want to work for a purposeful company that enables others to live a ? As a Reconstruction Sales Representative, you will be a technical consultant in the Orthopaedic Reconstruction product portfolio specializing in total joint reconstruction.
 
 
 
 What will you be doing?
 
 
 
 Using your expertise, you will convert physicians/accounts by making sales calls and providing clinical case coverage in the operating room while also training surgeons on Smith+Nephew products through education/programs in your territory. This position will work collaboratively with key podiatric and orthopedic surgeons, hospitals, OR staff, Sterile Processing Department (SPD), administration, clinicians, and researchers. You will work cross-divisionally to increase awareness and adoption of products including the CORI robotic surgical &amp; navigation system.
 
 
 
 What will you need to be successful?
 
 
 
 The foundation of your success relies on your technical expertise in the Orthopaedic Joint Reconstruction portfolio. Your ability to build positive relationships with surgeons, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and hospital administration enhances access to customers in order to provide data-driven, trusted solutions. You will also develop an effective territory business plan to generate revenue and meet/exceed your quota.
 
 
 
 Self-motivated salespeople
 
 who are committed to driving the business forward by taking strategic responsibility for your area, working with your customers to deliver the best solutions for our patients!
 
 
 
 Results-driven champions
 
 who are passionate about forming relationships to increase sales revenue within the territory and impact patient outcomes!
 
 
 
 Resourceful consultants
 
 who will work relentlessly to become proficient in joint reconstruction. Our salespeople provide first-class technical support to ensure that product availability meets customer and patient needs.
 
 
 
 Collaborative and dedicated teammates
 
 committed to partnering with all Smith+Nephew Reconstruction and Sports Medicine counterparts in the region to discover sales opportunities.
 
 
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 Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
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 Minimum (2) two years sales experience in medical device industry preferred
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 Preferred experience in the healthcare industry, specifically selling orthopedic products
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 Proven track record selling/converting business at the surgeon or hospital level
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 Experience leading/mentoring team members and new sales representatives
 
 
 
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 Travel Requirements:
 
 within designated sales territory with 2-4 overnights a month. Infrequent national travel for events and conferences
 
 
 
 All field sales professionals that are required to gain entry into healthcare facilities to perform the basic remit of their role, must successfully complete our credentialling process, which often includes COVID 19 vaccine management.
 
 
 
 
 You. Unlimited.
 
 
 
 We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
 
 
 
 This is where you belong
 
 .
 
 
 
 Inclusion and Belonging-
 
 Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/ ).
 
 
 
 Other reasons why you will love it here!
 
 
 
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 Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
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 Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
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 Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
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 Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
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 Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
 
 
 
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 Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
 
 
 Stay connected by joining our Talent Community.
 
 
 We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day.
 
 
 Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into
 
 You. Unlimited.
 
 , life, culture, and benefits at S+N.
 
 
 Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.
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Associate Sales Representative, Trauma (West Palm Beach)

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