<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Patient Observation Tech PRN opportunity (days):
<ul>
<li>(1), 12-hour shift per week</li>
<li>Works on-site at our Medical Center location in our Virtual Operations Center-(6550 Fannin Houston, TX 77030)</li>
<li>Competitive Pay</li>
<li>Self-Scheduling available in 6-week increments</li>
<li>Some holidays required</li>
<li>Cutting-edge, innovative work environment</li>
<li>Collaborative work with all of our system hospitals</li>
<li>This is a great opportunity for nursing students</li>
</ul>
At Houston Methodist, the Patient Observation Tech position is responsible for demonstrating basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and provide continuous, electronic observation and surveillance of assigned age-specific, diverse patient population, assisting in the delivery of patient care and services. This position verbally redirects the patient from engaging in at-risk behaviors and summoning nursing staff when patient requires assistance, and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse. The Patient Observation Tech position practices Patient and Family-Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist ICARE values.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Interacts with peers, staff and patients in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication is positive and professional. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover/retention/employee satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.</li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Functions as a liaison between patients, families and staff to troubleshoot and resolve telesitter issues, using cultural diversity and inclusion principles.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Responds quickly, logically and patiently to questions or requests from patients and hospital staff. Organizes daily work flow, problem-solves basic and routine matters, and prioritizes simultaneous situations, seeking guidance and assistance from preceptor, licensed nurse, or management when needed.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Maintains visual observation of assigned patients at all times and verbally redirects patients over digital 2-way audio device.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Delivers AvaSys Mobile Carts to patient rooms, sets up the unit, and assists with testing of the unit's position, camera, and audio speaker.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard through peer-to-peer accountability, i.e. shift handoff/report.</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Communicates with interdisciplinary team and responds quickly to patient behavioral changes Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to licensed personnel to achieve desired patient outcomes. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provides appropriate hand-off at change of shift at patient bedside to communicate and collaborate, promoting patient-centered care.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Seeks help and/or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others. Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Contributes towards improving quality and safety scores on the unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Seeks guidance and validation of knowledge base, skill level and decision making as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and shared governance activities.</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
<ul>
<li>High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)</li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE
<ul>
<li>Six months of direct patient care experience or enrolled in a school of nursing program with a completed first clinical rotation</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
<ul>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)</li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the AvaSys TeleSitter Solution software and navigates a windows-based environment</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrate ability to maintain poise under stress</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
<ul>
<li>Uniform No</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional No</li>
<li>Other (department approved) Yes</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
<ul>
<li>On Call* No</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department**
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li>
</ul>
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. Houston Methodist consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, and seven community hospitals throughout the greater Houston area. Houston Methodist also includes an academic institute, a comprehensive residency program, a global business division, numerous physician practices and several free-standing emergency rooms and outpatient facilities. Overall, Houston Methodist employs more than 27,000 employees and is supported by a wide variety of business functions that operate at the system level to help enable clinical departments to provide high quality patient care.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Patient Observation Tech-Medical Center PRN (days)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionOverview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. Responsible for directing and organizing unit/service operations to ensure patient care is delivered in a manner consistent with the philosophy/goals of the institution. The NM has 24-hour responsibility and accountability for the satisfaction of patients, physicians, and staff while demonstrating sound fiscal management. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>1. Quality Patient Care:</li>
<ul>
<li>1.1 Initiates and supports activities to improve patient outcomes.</li>
</ul>
<li>2. Leadership skills:</li>
<ul>
<li>2.1 Identifies and provides opportunities for staff development.</li>
</ul>
<li>3. Information Management:</li>
<ul>
<li>3.1 Completes performance appraisals by due date.</li>
</ul>
<li>4. Service Excellence:</li>
<ul>
<li>4.1 Acts as a role model in demonstrating excellent human relation skills.</li>
</ul>
</ul>
Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. BSN (anyone appointed after 8/31/2002), Masters preferred. EXPERIENCE 3 to 5 years leadership experience. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. All newly hired Registered Nurses must have a current BCLS certification or obtain within one month of hire. SPECIAL SKILLS Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, Good analytical ability to interpret data. Demonstrated ability to implement and support change. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities. Evidence of successful completion of courses on an annual basis. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing and touch; moving/lifting patients of varying wieghts. Additional Information This position will lead the Main Operating Room, PACU and Urology. A minimum of 3 years of Operating Room RN experience required. Leadership experience in an OR Setting required. YNHHS Requisition ID 159851]]&gt;

Nurse Manager-Surgical Services

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Sign on Bonus!

Metro Dentalcare - St Louis Park, MN&nbsp; on Excelsior Blvd is looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our team!&nbsp;
Full Time - Flexible hours
We believe in the importance of having enough time with your patients to support relationships and education. 60 min recare - 90 min new patient appts - along with SRP at Hygienists discretion.
Wonderful team of 2 Doctors who celebrate and value communication, autonomy and comradery with their Hygienists! Modern Technology and over 200 hours of paid CE to provide you with tools and education needed for the best in patient care/experience.&nbsp;
Why Heartland Dental?
As an elite clinical provider and patient advocate, you’ll receive best in class non-clinical support to provide exceptional lifetime patient care while obtaining unparalleled education to enhance your clinical skills. You’ll work in an environment that encourages full clinical autonomy, giving your patients the time and attention they need, with the ability to tap into a hygiene mentor program. You’ll work a schedule that inspires work life balance and receive competitive benefits. Provide outstanding patient care, invest in your community, and do it all with the support of Heartland Dental.
As a Dental Hygienist, you’ll be recognized as an elite clinical provider and patient advocate.&nbsp; You’ll be an integral member of the patient care team, giving your patients the time and care they need, deserve and desire.&nbsp;&nbsp; With best-in-class support through our robust Hygiene mentor program and unparalleled educational offerings to enhance your clinical skills – you’ll be 100% supported as you provide exceptional lifetime care to your patients!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
What You’ll Gain&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Competitive benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans, six paid holidays and PTO (paid time off)</li>
<li>Continuing education to provide you opportunity to develop your full potential and enhance your clinical skills to provide education and care to your patients. </li>
<li>Access to an expansive network of mentors with 1:1 hygiene mentorship support and networking opportunities available at your fingertips.</li>
<li>Unparalleled business support and the highest quality supplies and labs to deliver exceptional patient care.</li>
<li>Opportunity to be a part of a secure company with 20+ years of industry leading experience that provides a stable career with unlimited growth potential</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Current dental hygienist license in MN and an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene (where required)</li>
<li>Excellent working knowledge of dentistry, dental hygiene procedures, dental patient screening and medical history documentation</li>
<li>CPR Certification</li>
</ul>
Preferred Experience 
<ul>
<li>Any&nbsp;years of clinical experience</li>
<li>Experience using Velscope, Diagnodent, digital scanner, digital x-rays and electronic medical record systems</li>
<li>Desire to continue learning and grow clinical skills to meet needs of patients and provide preventative care and overall maintenance of patients’ dental health</li>
<li>Clinical needs as required by office </li>
</ul>
Physical Requirements
<ul>
<li>Ability to perform essential duties as deemed necessary by the Office/ Doctor/ Heartland Dental with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position</li>
<li>Prolonged periods sitting and standing</li>
<li>Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds at times</li>
<li>Availability to attend virtual training sessions (or in-person) periodically throughout the year</li>
<li>As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for both team members and patients, a tuberculosis (TB) test is required for all new hires in dental office positions. This is a standard requirement for dental office roles and must be completed prior to starting employment. The test will be arranged during the pre-employment process, and any necessary guidance or paperwork will be provided. Not applicable in the state of FL &amp; TN.&nbsp; </li>
</ul>
Who is Heartland Dental?
Heartland Dental is the nation's largest dental support organization, providing non-clinical administrative support services to more than 3,000 supported doctors across 39 states and the District of Columbia in over 1,800 dental offices. Each Heartland Dental supported office is unique to the community and the patients they serve. Supported doctors are the leaders of their practice and retain clinical autonomy. All Heartland Dental supported doctors are united by a common goal: delivering the highest quality dental care and experiences&nbsp;to the communities they serve.

At Heartland Dental, we’re committed to living our core values which promote diversity and inclusion.&nbsp; We provide all employees and applicants for employment the protections of federal, state, and local laws affording equal opportunity in employment.&nbsp; 
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Dental Hygienist

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Charge Nurse position is a licensed professional Registered Nurse (RN), who, as an experienced clinician, functions at the Competent to Proficient stage of Benner's model of clinical practice. This position creates an environment for the management and delivery of safe patient care. In addition to fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a clinical nurse, the Charge Nurse position is a role model and coach to department personnel and assists in developing their skills and knowledge. This position provides nursing care to a diverse patient population. Besides conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment and maintenance of medical records, this position assists in coaching and mentoring department staff in areas of clinical and professional practice. Role modeling compassionate communication with physicians and the interprofessional health care team, the Charge Nurse assumes leadership responsibilities with high level contributions at the bedside, unit, service line, and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading unit and shared governance activities, assessing unit needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for both unit and hospital staff and coordinating unit and hospital-wide education in partnership with management.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Fosters staff engagement by demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Anticipates the needs of the staff members and proactively offers assistance. Role models interprofessional communication, which includes active listening and teaching, and assists with staff stress management as needed. Improves departmental scores for turnover/retention on unit-based scorecard.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Role models fair and consistent leadership skills for effective team dynamics and teambuilding strategies through problem solving, coaching, and developing staff. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Provides input into staff performance reviews, as appropriate.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Functions as a mentor and resource to unit staff, provides oversight for students/new employee/preceptorships. Identifies levels of organizational conflict and applies tools to effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other interprofessional healthcare team members.</li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Leads the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Mentors others regarding specialty populations; audits plan of care. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, and staff on the improvement of patient care through leader rounding. Ensures effective collaboration with other departments regarding patient process issues.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Drives department service standards and activities to improve department score for patient satisfaction on unit-based scorecard, through role modeling and fostering accountability.</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document, by actively participating in meeting and improving nurse sensitive quality indicators and patient safety goals. Participates in the creation of a continuous improvement environment by promoting situational awareness, assisting with audits as needed, and using teachable moments.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Coordinates nursing care throughout the shift considering patient acuity, staff skill level and safety to ensure that our duty to our patients can be met. Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Facilitates seamless patient flow to/from/through the department, leading the delivery of quality family-centered care throughout the continuum of care. Ensures the patient plan of care is accurate and timely, coaching staff if documentation deficiencies are identified. Works closely with the OAs and bed management regarding timely patient placement. Proactively recognizes, determines a plan of action, and responds to situations, such as Rapid Response/CERTs, and emergency codes.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Participates in initiatives to improve quality and safety scores on the unit and hospital scorecards, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and identifying solutions by collaborating with the interprofessional team. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety. Assists with audits as needed.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Implements department strategies to achieve financial target on unit-based scorecard and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime, and other areas according to departmental specifications.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Attends daily care coordination rounds to facilitate patient progression. Ensures that follow-up has been implemented on any concerns or issues identified by the team. Manages productivity in accordance with staffing grid.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provides input into unit resource utilization including unit capital and operational budget needs. Oversees shift by shift resource utilization through the allocation of staff, supplies and contributions to the patient throughput.</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions for practice changes to improve patient care or unit operations such as reduction of hospital readmissions or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in unit projects and shared governance activities. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to shared governance and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Serves as clinical resource. Develops and disseminates, as appropriate, informational/educational resources and programs designed to improve quality and professional practice.</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing</li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul>
<li>Twenty four months of clinical nursing experience with demonstration of progressive leadership skills</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 
<ul>
<li>RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR</li>
<li>RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND</li>
<li>Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line </li>
</ul>
 LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED 
<ul>
<li>Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Strong assessment, organizational and problem solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional healthcare team and patients and their families.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates proficient time management skills.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates highly developed assessment skills; contributes to policies, procedure and protocols.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Has knowledge of Nursing Unit's Dashboard and Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) scores.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates expertise in operating the electronic medical record</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Maintains level of professional contributions as defined in Clinical Career Path program guide</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ATTIRE 
<ul>
<li>Uniform Yes</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional No</li>
<li>Other (department approved) No</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. 
<ul>
<li>On Call* Yes</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** 
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li>
</ul>
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations implemented during COVID, many of them designed to make patient communication with physicians, staff and families the very best and most effective in any health care facility. Even though the hospital won't be fully operational until 2025, we have several services and specialties opening in 2024.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Charge Nurse - Labor & Delivery - Nights

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Ultrasound Technologist I position completes a variety of routine diagnostic ultrasound procedures to include common and special ultrasound exams of moderate complexity. This position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special ultrasound procedures. This Ultrasound Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to ultrasound exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.</li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures to include common and special ultrasound exams. Ultrasound exams use high-frequency sound waves to capture images.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes: positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications and limitations associated with certain procedures.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or special procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language.</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Reports ¿near misses¿ and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Performs daily imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Participates in department projects or shared governance activities. Assumes responsibility for growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Technologist.</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION 
<ul>
<li>Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.</li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul>
<li>None</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 
<ul>
<li>RDMS-OB - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - OB/GYN (ARDMS) OR</li>
<li>RDMS-AB - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen (ARDMS) OR</li>
<li>RDMS-BR - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Breast (ARDMS) -- Breast (BR) credential earned prior to June 30, 2010 will be accepted as referenced in ACR guidelines OR</li>
<li>ARRT-SON - Radiologic Technologist - Sonography (ARRT) AND</li>
<li>NOTE: If functioning solely as a Breast Ultrasound Tech then either one of the above credentials or American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (ARDMS- BR), or Breast (BR) credential earned prior to June 30, 2010 will be accepted as referenced in American College of Radiology guidelines; must obtain American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography- Breast (ARDMS- BR) registry by the end of the month following 18 months of hire/transfer date if does not already have AND</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving.</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ATTIRE 
<ul>
<li>Uniform No</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional No</li>
<li>Other (department approved) Yes</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. 
<ul>
<li>On Call* Yes</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** 
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
</ul>
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Ultrasound Technologist I - OBGYN (Sugar Land)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Clinic Specialty Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for functioning as an advanced clinician at the Proficient level according to Benner's model of clinical practice. The Clinic Specialty RN position provides, and coordinates defined specialty care and associated services to a defined population and is considered an expert in a specialty. Besides assessing patient and associated needs and developing and implementing intervention plans, and evaluates response, this position assists in coaching and mentoring department staff in areas of clinical and professional practice. Role modeling compassionate communication with physicians and the interprofessional health care team, the Clinic Specialty RN position assumes leadership responsibilities with high level contributions in the department and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading department clinical activities, assessing department needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for department staff and coordinating department education in partnership with management.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Serves as a content expert and clinical resource by providing staff and patient education. Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals. Role models and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication, which includes active listening and teaching.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Collaborates with other health care providers and/or community services, as appropriate.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Improves nurse satisfaction by serving as a role model and mentor, facilitating teamwork with RNs, non-licensed and interprofessional staff. Drives improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.</li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Independently obtains detailed health histories and assesses patient and associated needs, develops, and implements intervention plans, and evaluates response on a selected patient population. Advocates on patient/family's behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Performs or assists in procedural care requiring complex nursing skills and clinical judgment; treats acute/chronic medical problems, as per physician approved protocol. Administers ordered medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, intradermal, or sublingual routes.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Educates patient and family about diagnostic procedures, medications, chronic disease management and treatment instructions. Consistently evaluates the patient's comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Role models the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Mentors others regarding specialty populations. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Drives department activities to improve department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards.</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Leads the interprofessional health care team in implementing plan of care. Anticipates/prevents and recognize/resolves early declines in patient condition and emergent situations. Manages complex patients and other department demands.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes at department or service line level. Contributes to development of service line and clinical standards and guidelines.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Partners on initiatives to improve quality and safety scores through reporting near misses and identifying solutions by collaborating with the interprofessional team. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Models independent time management effectively and prioritization of daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Actively participates in the stewardship and efficient utilization of resources and needs including capital and operational budget needs.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, optimizing efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime, and other areas according to department specifications.</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Identifies areas of practice improvements with research-based evidence to achieve quality measures and patient safety outcomes, supported by accurate documentation and patient teaching, which are presented to department and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree (or higher) from an accredited school of nursing</li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul>
<li>Five years of nursing experience with two years in specialty</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 
<ul>
<li>RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR</li>
<li>RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND</li>
<li>Other credentials and certifications as defined by department/service line </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of the principles of growth and development and psychosocial characteristics and interventions for age specific requirement of the assigned patients</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Acts as effective change agent</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates proficient time management skills</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Outlook</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ATTIRE 
<ul>
<li>Uniform No</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional No</li>
<li>Other (department approved) No</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. 
<ul>
<li>On Call* No</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** 
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li>
</ul>
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Clinic Specialty Registered Nurse (RN) - Cancer Center (West Houston/Katy)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionIn this field-based position, you will visit MJHS Hospice and Palliative Care patients to perform both physical and psychosocial assessments and electronically document visit occurrences. Patient visits will be made in both community and facility settings. As the Hospice Field Case Manager, you will develop and implement nursing plans of care and make recommendations for care based on patients' needs. The schedule includes working one weekend per month and functioning in a backup On Call capacity 2-3 times per month. Car and escort service available for backup On Call shifts.
Qualifications 
<ul>
<li>Associates/Diploma from an accredited school of Nursing; BSN preferred.</li>
<li>2+ years’ experience in a med/surg, community health, and/or oncology nursing setting preferred</li>
<li>NYS RN license</li>
<li>NYS Driver’s license</li>
</ul>
Benefits Include: 
<ul>
<li>FREE Online RN to BSN and MSN degree programs</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement for all full and part-time staff</li>
<li>Dependent Tuition Reimbursement for clinical staff</li>
<li>Generous paid time off</li>
<li>Affordable medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and family members</li>
<li>Two retirement plans! 403(b) and Employer Paid Pension</li>
<li>Flexible spending</li>
<li>And MORE!</li>
</ul>
At MJHS we view diversity as our strength. Where all team members feel respected, valued and free to be their authentic selves. Where we all work together toward a singular goal of delivering patient-centered high-quality care that is equitable, fair, and delivered with compassion and respect. 
[Learn More][1].
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Hospice Field RN Case Manager - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus or Student Loan Assistance!

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription Healthcare facility is now seeking 2nd shift, 3pm-11pm Nurse Supervisor (RN or LPN). Experience of 3 years or more a MUST ! We offer : Competitive Wages! Benefits (including Paid Time Off) Join a fantastic company with opportunity to further your career. Experience an environment with an engaged management team, support and empowerment. We care for our employees so they in turn could care for our residents! Nursing and Management experience required Must be an RN or LPN graduate from an accredited school of nursing. BSN is preferred but not required. Must have current Nursing License and current CPR certification. Benefits
<ul>
<li>Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance</li>
<li>PTO</li>
</ul>
About Clover Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center Working at Clover Meadows truly means becoming a member of our family. We believe caring for seniors is a uniquely rewarding experience and there is no better place to realize that experience than with us. As a Clover Meadows employee, you will be an integral member of our team, and share in the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our residents each and every day. Clover Meadows has a friendly work environment with many long-time employees. We offer great benefits and a competitive compensation package. You can be anything you want to be... Join our staff. Experience possibility. ]]&gt;

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