Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary: Location: Advanced Wound Center Methodist Jennie Edmundson Address: 201 Ridge St. Suite 206, Council Bluffs IA Work Shift: M-F 8a-4:30p. Provides quality of care and safety to our patients and employees. Responsibilities: Essential Functions Perform primary health care for patients by utilizing the processes of assessment and diagnosis of health status. Obtain patient's medical and history information, data collection is prioritized according to immediate condition or needs. Perform physical exam and determine patient's mental status. Develop and implement treatment, follow-up and evaluation plans for patient outcomes. Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines as appropriate and provides regular and consistent feedback. Use appropriate assessment techniques & diagnostic information. Performs tests relevant to patient condition and record findings. Order appropriate ancillary tests. Derive diagnosis from the assessment data and diagnostic information as data becomes available. Use new or additional data to form a treatment plan. Perform telephone triage to determine patient condition and provides appropriate consultation scheduling appointments when needed. Incorporate research into clinical practice as appropriate. Implement interventions consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner. Apply established therapeutic practices to patient's problem. Administer medications and immunizations using the appropriate method and with physician oversight if applicable. Prescribe medications according to Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the DEA. Generate referrals to appropriate services as needed to further diagnose and/or progress of care. Evaluate patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome. Evaluate the patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions. Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental). Return patient telephone calls. Monitor outcomes and documents patient response to interventions. Seek out new treatment methods necessary to ensure patient progress. Provide patient and family teaching and education specific to the patient's health care. Proper use of medication and health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness. Interview and advise specific to patient needs. Demonstrate sensitivity to family regarding need for patient information on a timely basis. Work collaboratively with physicians and other team members to provide appropriate patient education geared to the patient's needs and family's ability to provide care. Use adult learning principles for teaching purposes being careful to check for understanding and being available for follow-up questions. Recommend references and resources such as printed materials, online, community and other information sources to fulfill the family's need for education. Maintain a professional behavior in attitudes, demeanor, and interactions to achieve organization's mission. Communicate effectively with physicians, staff and patients. Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, patients and their family. Maintain a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment. Initiate action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s) to the patient, family or hospital/clinic employees (i.e., falls, needle sticks, patient concerns). Communicate to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues. Serve as a role model in the provision of emerging care. Serve as a reliable/knowledgeable resource for staff. Participate in meetings, research on special projects and professional organizations. Comply with the bylaws, rules and regulations of the organization as they pertain to Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants. Know and follow organization policy & procedures. Follow Medical Protocols for professional discipline. Maintain certification/licensure. Follow guidelines of regulatory bodies (FDA etc.). Maintain complete patient records. Document data appropriately. Document treatment plan of care that is individualized, appropriate and reflects patient's needs. Document interventions. Document consultations with other practitioners/physicians. Participate in performance improvement and outcome management. Meet regularly with medical director for chart reviews. Identify concerns in patient care & follows up according to hospital policy. Participate in patient satisfaction and other quality improvement initiatives. Participate in tracking of variances in care. Provide appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the "Age Specific Criteria". Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and give individualized customer service/patient care according to customer/patient needs. Right Task Right Person Right Communication (clear, concise, correct, complete) Right Feedback Schedule: Work Shift: M-F 8a-4:30p. Job Description: Job Requirements Education Graduate of Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirements. Experience Two years previous clinical experience required. Wound experience preferred. License/Certifications Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multi-state license , or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. Current Nurse Practitioner (APRN.NP.NE or ARNP.IA) licensure for work state required. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Strong leadership, problem-solving and medical judgement skills required. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Walking Job Hazards Not Related: Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1-33%): - Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Occasionally (34%-66%): Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Frequent (67%-100%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations About Methodist: Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary: Location: Methodist Women's Hospital Medical Office Building Address: 717 North 190th Plaza, Elkhorn NE Work Schedule: M-F 8a5p 1.0 FTE 40 hours per week. Provides quality of care and safety to our patients and employees. Responsibilities: Essential Job Functions 1. Perform primary health care for patients by utilizing the processes of assessment and diagnosis of health status. Obtain patient's medical and history information, data collection is prioritized according to immediate condition or needs. Perform physical exam and determine patient's mental status. Develop and implement treatment, follow-up and evaluation plans for patient outcomes. Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines as appropriate and provides regular and consistent feedback. Use appropriate assessment techniques & diagnostic information. Performs tests relevant to patient condition and record findings. Order appropriate ancillary tests. Derive diagnosis from the assessment data and diagnostic information as data becomes available. Use new or additional data to form a treatment plan. Perform telephone triage to determine patient condition and provides appropriate consultation scheduling appointments when needed. Incorporate research into clinical practice as appropriate. 2. Implement interventions consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner. Apply established therapeutic practices to patient's problem. Administer medications and immunizations using the appropriate method and with physician oversight if applicable. Prescribe medications according to Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the DEA. Generate referrals to appropriate services as needed to further diagnose and/or progress of care. 3. Evaluate patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome. Evaluate the patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions. Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental). Return patient telephone calls. Monitor outcomes and documents patient response to interventions. Seek out new treatment methods necessary to ensure patient progress. 4. Provide patient and family teaching and education specific to the patient's health care. Proper use of medication and health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness. Interview and advise specific to patient needs. Demonstrate sensitivity to family regarding need for patient information on a timely basis. Work collaboratively with physicians and other team members to provide appropriate patient education geared to the patient's needs and family's ability to provide care. Use adult learning principles for teaching purposes being careful to check for understanding and being available for follow-up questions. Recommend references and resources such as printed materials, online, community and other information sources to fulfill the family's need for education. 5. Maintain a professional behavior in attitudes, demeanor, and interactions to achieve organization's mission. Communicate effectively with physicians, staff and patients. Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, patients and their family. Maintain a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment. Initiate action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s) to the patient, family or hospital/clinic employees (i.e., falls, needle sticks, patient concerns). Communicate to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues. Serve as a role model in the provision of emerging care. Serve as a reliable/knowledgeable resource for staff. Participate in meetings, research on special projects and professional organizations. 6. Comply with the bylaws, rules and regulations of the organization as they pertain to Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants. Know and follow organization policy & procedures. Follow Medical Protocols for professional discipline. Maintain certification/licensure. Follow guidelines of regulatory bodies (FDA etc.). 7. Maintain complete patient records. Document data appropriately. Document treatment plan of care that is individualized, appropriate and reflects patient's needs. Document interventions. Document consultations with other practitioners/physicians. 8. Participate in performance improvement and outcome management. Meet regularly with medical director for chart reviews. Identify concerns in patient care & follows up according to hospital policy. Participate in patient satisfaction and other quality improvement initiatives. Participate in tracking of variances in care. 9. Provide appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the "Age Specific Criteria". Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and give individualized customer service/patient care according to customer/patient needs. Right Task Right Person Right Communication (clear, concise, correct, complete) Right Feedback Schedule: Work Schedule: M-F 8a5p 1.0 FTE 40 hours per week. Job Description: Job Requirements Education Graduate of Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirements. Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, valid state license and certification as Nurse Practitioner. Experience Two years previous clinical experience required. Red Oak Family Practice – no experience required. License/Certifications Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multi-state license , or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. Current valid Nurse Practitioner (APRN.NP.NE or ARNP.IA) licensure for work state required. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Strong leadership, problem-solving and medical judgement skills required. Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members and hospital personnel/co-workers. Ability to perform numerous tasks at once. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Walking Job Hazards Not Related: Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1-33%): - Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Occasionally (34%-66%): Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Frequent (67%-100%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations About Methodist: Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary: Location: Advanced Wound Center Methodist Jennie Edmundson Address: 201 Ridge St. Suite 206, Council Bluffs IA Work Shift: M-F 8a-4:30p. Casual/PRN employees work on an ‘as needed’ basis to meet the needs of the business. Work days/hours will often vary from week to week. Provides quality of care and safety to our patients and employees. Responsibilities: Essential Functions Perform primary health care for patients by utilizing the processes of assessment and diagnosis of health status. Obtain patient's medical and history information, data collection is prioritized according to immediate condition or needs. Perform physical exam and determine patient's mental status. Develop and implement treatment, follow-up and evaluation plans for patient outcomes. Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines as appropriate and provides regular and consistent feedback. Use appropriate assessment techniques & diagnostic information. Performs tests relevant to patient condition and record findings. Order appropriate ancillary tests. Derive diagnosis from the assessment data and diagnostic information as data becomes available. Use new or additional data to form a treatment plan. Perform telephone triage to determine patient condition and provides appropriate consultation scheduling appointments when needed. Incorporate research into clinical practice as appropriate. Implement interventions consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner. Apply established therapeutic practices to patient's problem. Administer medications and immunizations using the appropriate method and with physician oversight if applicable. Prescribe medications according to Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the DEA. Generate referrals to appropriate services as needed to further diagnose and/or progress of care. Evaluate patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome. Evaluate the patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions. Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental). Return patient telephone calls. Monitor outcomes and documents patient response to interventions. Seek out new treatment methods necessary to ensure patient progress. Provide patient and family teaching and education specific to the patient's health care. Proper use of medication and health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness. Interview and advise specific to patient needs. Demonstrate sensitivity to family regarding need for patient information on a timely basis. Work collaboratively with physicians and other team members to provide appropriate patient education geared to the patient's needs and family's ability to provide care. Use adult learning principles for teaching purposes being careful to check for understanding and being available for follow-up questions. Recommend references and resources such as printed materials, online, community and other information sources to fulfill the family's need for education. Maintain a professional behavior in attitudes, demeanor, and interactions to achieve organization's mission. Communicate effectively with physicians, staff and patients. Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, patients and their family. Maintain a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment. Initiate action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s) to the patient, family or hospital/clinic employees (i.e., falls, needle sticks, patient concerns). Communicate to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues. Serve as a role model in the provision of emerging care. Serve as a reliable/knowledgeable resource for staff. Participate in meetings, research on special projects and professional organizations. Comply with the bylaws, rules and regulations of the organization as they pertain to Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants. Know and follow organization policy & procedures. Follow Medical Protocols for professional discipline. Maintain certification/licensure. Follow guidelines of regulatory bodies (FDA etc.). Maintain complete patient records. Document data appropriately. Document treatment plan of care that is individualized, appropriate and reflects patient's needs. Document interventions. Document consultations with other practitioners/physicians. Participate in performance improvement and outcome management. Meet regularly with medical director for chart reviews. Identify concerns in patient care & follows up according to hospital policy. Participate in patient satisfaction and other quality improvement initiatives. Participate in tracking of variances in care. Provide appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the "Age Specific Criteria". Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and give individualized customer service/patient care according to customer/patient needs. Right Task Right Person Right Communication (clear, concise, correct, complete) Right Feedback Schedule: Work Shift: M-F 8a-4:30p. Casual/PRN employees work on an ‘as needed’ basis to meet the needs of the business. Work days/hours will often vary from week to week. Job Description: Job Requirements Education Graduate of Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirements. Experience For Cardiothoracic Surgery: Minimum of three years previous experience in a related clinical area preferred. For Wound Care: Two years previous clinical experience required. For Wound Care: Wound experience preferred. License/Certifications Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, valid compact multi-state license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. Current Nurse Practitioner (APRN.NP.NE or ARNP.IA) licensure for work state required. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Strong leadership, problem-solving and medical judgement skills required. Ability to perform numerous tasks at once. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Walking Job Hazards Not Related: Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1-33%): - Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Occasionally (34%-66%): Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Frequent (67%-100%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations About Methodist: Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary: Location: MPC - 1 Edmundson Place Address: One Edmundson Place, Council Bluffs IA Work Shift: M- F 8a-5p No call Provides quality of care and safety to our patients and employees. A licensed independent practitioner who under the supervision of MPC Heart Consultants physicians is responsible for managing health problems and coordinating services for complex acute, critical and chronically ill adult cardiac patients in the inpatient and outpatient hospital setting as well as the clinic. This includes but is not limited to: assessment, diagnosis, develop and implement plan of care plan, treatment, counseling, patient education, and research activities. Coordinates care of patients between cardiologists and other health care team members. Responsibilities: Essential Job Functions Perform primary health care for patients by utilizing the processes of assessment and diagnosis of health status. Obtain patient's medical and history information, data collection is prioritized according to immediate condition or needs. Perform physical exam and determine patient's mental status. Develop and implement treatment, follow-up and evaluation plans for patient outcomes. Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines as appropriate and provides regular and consistent feedback. Use appropriate assessment techniques & diagnostic information. Performs tests relevant to patient condition and record findings. Order appropriate ancillary tests. Derive diagnosis from the assessment data and diagnostic information as data becomes available. Use new or additional data to form a treatment plan. Perform telephone triage to determine patient condition and provides appropriate consultation scheduling appointments when needed. Incorporate research into clinical practice as appropriate. Implement interventions consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner. Apply established therapeutic practices to patient's problem. Administer medications and immunizations using the appropriate method and with physician oversight if applicable. Prescribe medications according to Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the DEA. Generate referrals to appropriate services as needed to further diagnose and/or progress of care. Evaluate patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome. Evaluate the patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions. Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental). Return patient telephone calls. Monitor outcomes and documents patient response to interventions. Seek out new treatment methods necessary to ensure patient progress. Provide patient and family teaching and education specific to the patient's health care. Proper use of medication and health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness. Interview and advise specific to patient needs. Demonstrate sensitivity to family regarding need for patient information on a timely basis. Work collaboratively with physicians and other team members to provide appropriate patient education geared to the patient's needs and family's ability to provide care. Use adult learning principles for teaching purposes being careful to check for understanding and being available for follow-up questions. Recommend references and resources such as printed materials, online, community and other information sources to fulfill the family's need for education. Maintain a professional behavior in attitudes, demeanor, and interactions to achieve organization's mission. Communicate effectively with physicians, staff and patients. Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, patients and their family. Maintain a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment. Initiate action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s) to the patient, family or hospital/clinic employees (i.e., falls, needle sticks, patient concerns). Communicate to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues. Serve as a role model in the provision of emerging care. Serve as a reliable/knowledgeable resource for staff. Participate in meetings, research on special projects and professional organizations. Comply with the bylaws, rules and regulations of the organization as they pertain to Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants. Know and follow organization policy & procedures. Follow Medical Protocols for professional discipline. Maintain certification/licensure. Follow guidelines of regulatory bodies (FDA etc.). Maintain complete patient records. Document data appropriately. Document treatment plan of care that is individualized, appropriate and reflects patient's needs. Document interventions. Document consultations with other practitioners/physicians. Provides non-urgent, urgent and sometimes emergent healthcare. This may include assessment, consultation, establishing diagnoses and implementation of a treatment plan according to approved practice protocols. Data collection is prioritized according to patients' immediate condition or needs. Uses appropriate assessment techniques & diagnostic information. Integrates data to a complete and pertinent data base. Derives diagnosis from the assessment data and diagnostic information as data becomes available. Uses new or additional data to form a treatment plan. Evaluates plan of care. Incorporates research into clinical practice as appropriate. Consultation performed in a timely fashion to be determined by the individual needs of the patient. Discusses assessment data & diagnostic information and validates diagnosis and treatment plan as needed with staff physician. Discusses findings and plan of care in private with physician as needed for continuity of patient care. Facilitates patient transition within and between healthcare settings including coordination of patient dismissals. Serves as liaison between patients, families, physician and other hospital staff. Participate in performance improvement and outcome management. Meet regularly with medical director for chart reviews. Identify concerns in patient care & follows up according to hospital policy. Participate in patient satisfaction and other quality improvement initiatives. Participate in tracking of variances in care. Provide appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the "Age Specific Criteria". Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and give individualized customer service/patient care according to customer/patient needs. Right Task Right Person Right Communication (clear, concise, correct, complete) Right Feedback Demonstrates a working knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology, normal lab values and an understanding of cardiology specific diagnostic testing. Supervises vasodilator and exercise nuclear stress, Dobutamine and exercise stress echocardiograms in hospital and outpatient clinic environments. Complies with the bylaws, rules and regulations of the Hospital and Hospital Medical Staff as they pertain to Nurse Practitioners. Knows and follows hospital policy & procedures. Follows Medical Protocols for Nurse Practitioners. Maintains Certification/licensure. Follows guidelines of regulatory bodies (FDA etc.). Maintains complete patient records. Documents data appropriately. Documents treatment plan of care that is individualized, appropriate and reflects patient's needs. Documents interventions. Documents consultations with other practitioners/physicians. Endeavors to stay current in the cardiac discipline as well as accessing appropriate continuing education. Participates in educational programs appropriate for practice. Keep certification or validations current. Actively and regularly seeks experiences and learning opportunities. Participates in opportunities to share knowledge and skills with staff and other health care providers. Professional attitude and manner. Serves as a role model in the provision of emerging care. Serves as a reliable/knowledgeable resource for staff. Participates in staff meetings. Participates in professional organizations. Participates in research on special projects. Participates in work schedule development to ensure midlevel coverage. Participates in performance improvement and outcome management. Meets regularly with medical director for chart reviews. Identifies concerns in patient care & follows up according to hospital policy. Participates in patient satisfaction and other quality improvement initiatives. Participates in tracking of variances in care. Schedule: Work Shift: M- F 8a-5p No call Job Description: Job Requirements Education Graduate of Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirements. Experience Minimum of 3 years of relevant clinical experience required. 1 year cardiology experience preferred for Heart Consultants and Council Bluffs Heart Care Center. License/Certifications Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multi-state license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. Current Nurse Practitioner (APRN.NP.NE or ARNP.IA) licensure for work state required. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification required. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Strong leadership, problem-solving and medical judgement skills required. Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members and hospital personnel/co-workers. Comfort utilizing electronic communication systems. Ability to perform numerous tasks at once. Ability to adapt to fast pace work environment. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100% Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Walking Job Hazards Not Related: Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1-33%): - Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Occasionally (34%-66%): Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Frequent (67%-100%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations About Methodist: Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary: Location: Methodist Women's Hospital Address: 707 N. 190th Plaza - Elkhorn, NE Work Schedule: 12 Hour Shifts/Week, rotating weekends, rotating holidays. 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM This position is part of the Women’s Float Pool. Accountable for providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients and families based on their individualized needs. Requires a minimum of two years of experience as a Registered Nurse, with prior experience in women’s health strongly preferred. Responsibilities: Essential Functions Provide appropriate care specific to the age of the customer/patient, to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the Population Specific Criteria. Demonstrate ability to identify opportunities for and give individualized customer service/patient care according to customer/patient needs. Perform an initial and ongoing assessment to determine the assigned patient's ongoing nursing care needs. Include data from the patient/significant other(s) in the assessment as appropriate. Prioritize data collection according to patient's immediate needs. Use assessment findings in discharge planning. Develop/review/revise and individualize the plan of care to address the patient's nursing care needs for optimum patient care outcomes. (Consultation and resources, nurses as teachers.) Collaborate with providers and other clinical disciplines as appropriate. Provide teaching specific to the patient's health care problem. Care plan reflects continuing care needs and/or referrals for discharge/transfer. Implement interventions that are consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner (Professional Models of Care). Is familiar with, and follows, nursing protocols and standards of care for their unit. Use current knowledge in nursing practice based on standards and research literature. Evaluate patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome. Monitor outcomes and documents patient response to interventions. Evaluate the patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions. Continually monitors the patient and/or significant other(s) ability to manage care needs after dismissal. Give a complete verbal or written change of shift report to the oncoming care provider. Includes current care requirements, to include SBAR (situation, background, assessment and recommendation) content, and is familiar with the overall plan of care. Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental). Perform technical skills competently and independently to assure patient safety (autonomy). Able to competently perform technical skills independently. Is accountable to learn new skills and equipment within areas' specifications and time frame. Demonstrate correct and safe technique in the use of equipment according to specific product information and policy and procedure manuals. Follow appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning or cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies. Maintain a professional behavior in attitude, demeanor, interactions to achieve organization's mission. (Quality Improvement, Image of Nursing, Interdisciplinary Relationships, Professional Development, community and the healthcare organization.) Communicate effectively to solve problems at the personal and unit level. Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, ancillary staff, patients and family. Take pride in the unit by active participation in restocking and maintaining a clean environment. Maintain a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment. Maintain competence in area of experience. Participate in meetings and/or committees as needed to assist in decisions effecting area/unit or organization. Initiate action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s) to the patient, family or hospital employees (e.g., falls, needle sticks, patient concerns). (Quality of Care) Complete appropriate report form for any risk (e.g., variance/incident report, patient concern report, maintenance request). Communicate to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues. Work within the scope of practice as defined by State Nurse Practice Act. Observes appropriate precautions when administering hazardous medications or handling excreta from patients who have received hazardous medications. Review, delegate and evaluate plans for appropriate utilization of staff at all levels of practice in accordance with the provision of the state's Nurse Practice Act and the Professional Standards of Practice. Right task (within the scope of practice, according to the job description, based on the desired outcome, task routine, non-complex, low risk and predictable outcome). Right person (assess competency by: certification/licensure, job description, skills checklist, demonstrated skill). Right communication (clear, concise, correct, complete). Right feedback: the Reciprocal Process (ask teammates' input first, recognize effort, get teammates' solution to problem, check off points). Fiscally accountable. Act professionally responsible for human and other resources. Charge accurately for use of supplies and equipment according to policy. Schedule: 36 Hours/week - Night shift Job Description: Job Requirements Education Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited college of nursing required OR obtained within 5 years from date of hire for nurses with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). Successful completion of annual mandatory education requirements. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Experience Minimum of 2 years Nursing experience required. License/Certifications Current valid Nebraska Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multistate license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Certification(s) in area of specialty preferred. From National Certification Corporation (NCC) within 1 year of eligibility. Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardio Life Support (ACLS) Certification required within 1 year of hire. Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required within 3 months of hire. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and co-workers. Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments. Ability to learn, retain, and utilize computer skills that are required for department and hospital information system. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Standing Walking Job Hazards Not Related: Electrical Shock/Static Rare (1-33%): Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) - NICU only Occasionally (34%-66%): Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Hazardous Drugs (exposure risks, personal protective equipment required) Frequent (67%-100%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations About Methodist: Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
