Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion. Primary Purpose The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate patient care delivery by the health care team. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition and the competencies of the employee. Minimum Specifications Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Experience Nine (9) months of professional nursing experience preferred. If less than 9 months RN experience, a Nurse residency is required. LVN experience does not waive this requirement. Equivalent Education and/or Experience None Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or valid Compact RN license. Must have a current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network. Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to the assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nursing Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinic area-specific standards. Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required, and provides nursing that demonstrates patient-centered and patient-valued care. Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients. May be required to communicate effectively, via the overhead paging system. Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient-valued behaviors. As applicable, will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care area. Responsibilities Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May serve as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. May participate in community outreach activities (such as health fairs, community collaborations or outreach clinics) as assigned. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, appropriate utilization of supplies and materials. Completes appropriate documentation. Maintains accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of the assigned department and Parkland. Seeks and utilizes direction from more experience staff and team members as needed. May work with other staff in providing direction to non nursing staff. Participates in information exchanges with nursing and other Parkland staff to support the mission, vision, and values of the department and Parkland. Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
Are you looking for a career that offers both purpose and the opportunity for growth? Parkland Community Health Plan (PCHP) is a proud member of the Parkland Health family. PCHP is a Medicaid Managed Care Organization servicing Texas Medicaid and CHIP in the Dallas Service Area. PCHP works to fulfill of our mission by empowering members to live healthier lives. By joining PCHP, you become part of a team focused on innovation, person-centered care, and fostering stronger communities. As we continue to expand our services, we offer opportunities for you to grow in your career while making a meaningful impact. Join us and work alongside a talented team where healthcare is more than just a job—it’s a passion to serve and improve lives every day. PRIMARY PURPOSE Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with established protocols and multidisciplinary plan of care utilizing independent, dependent, and interdependent interventions to restore stability, prevent complications, and achieve and maintain optimal patient responses for all patients through patient centered/patient valued care. MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS Education - Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. - Prefer Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Experience - If less than 9 months experience, a Nurse residency is required. LVN experience does not waive this requirement. Applies to: - 61310 - Shared Prep/Recovery - 62110 - OR Prep/Recovery - 62180 - Post Anesthesia Care Unit - 62310 - ASC PACU Equivalent Education and/or Experience - None. Certification/Registration/Licensure - Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or, valid Compact RN license. - Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network - Must have current Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification on hire or placement in the role. Current incumbents and those hired between February 1st - February 29th, 2024 will have 90 days from date of hire to attain the certification. Certification must be from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network - PACU, 62180 - ASC PACU, 62310: - Must have current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification within 90 days of hire or placement in role. Current incumbents and those hired between February 1st - February 29th, 2024 will have 90 days from date of hire to attain the certification. Certification must be from one of the following: - American Heart Association - American Red Cross - Military Training Network Skills or Special Abilities - Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. - Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care. - Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. - Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills. - Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. - Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff and serve as a preceptor. - Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. - Will be required to demonstrate acceptable knowledge of nursing standards of care for specialty care areas, including post-anesthesia care unit and assigned procedure areas with moderate sedation competency Responsibilities 1. Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May serve as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. 2. Completes appropriate patient assessments, admission criteria, identification and implementation of appropriate clinical interventions, discharge planning, interdisciplinary communication. Utilizes critical thinking skills and recognizes emergency situations and provides appropriate nursing interventions. Completes appropriate documentation by maintaining accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of the assigned Procedures area and Parkland. 3. Seeks and utilizes direction from more experienced staff and team members as needed. May work with other staff in providing direction to non-nursing staff. Participates in information exchanges with nursing and other Parkland staff that support the standards, missions, goals, and objectives of the assigned Procedural or prep/recovery area and Parkland. 4. Integrates national nursing organization resources/standards of practice in decision making and educational/performance improvement projects. Parkland Community Health Plan (PCHP) prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status.
Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion. Hospital at Home is an innovative program that combines in-home with remote monitoring, offering patients timely, hospital-level care in their homes. Though the list of diagnoses enrolled in Hospital at Home continues to expand, common disease states include acute pneumonia, cellulitis, COVID-19, urinary tract infection, dehydration, or exacerbations of chronic conditions, such as heart failure or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. For many patients, the program provides an alternative to the traditional hospital setting and results in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. The Hospital at Home team is looking for motivated nurses with critical thinking skills, acute care experience, and an interest in serving the Parkland community. Primary Purpose The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate acute patient care delivery in the patient home. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient in their environment, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and providing healthcare in the home environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition, and the competencies of the employee. Minimum Specifications Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Prefer Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Experience Must have two years of nursing experience in the acute care setting. Prefer experience in the home environment. Equivalent Education and/or Experience None Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or, valid Compact RN license. Must have current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network Must have current, valid driver’s license. Required Tests for Placement None Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care. Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. Must be comfortable providing healthcare in patient homes. Must be able to recognize emergency situations, escalate, and assist in corrective action. Must be able to organize and prioritize assignments, duties, and responsibilities Must be able to collaborate with various disciplines to meet the patient's plan of care in the home. Must be able to identify, address, and escalate patient social needs. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff and serve as a preceptor. Must be able to respond quickly and positively to dynamic processes, schedules, responsibilities, and expectations. Must exhibit understanding of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, IV skills, and universal precautions. Must be able to utilize navigational aids to find specific addresses. Responsibilities Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May serve as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. Acts autonomously to structure day as well as coordinate and deliver care to multiple patients in Dallas County, following expectations outlined in department nursing procedures. Completes appropriate patient assessments, admission criteria, identification and implementation of appropriate clinical interventions, discharge planning, interdisciplinary communication. Utilizes critical thinking skills and recognizes emergency situations and provides appropriate nursing interventions. Consults with other team members as required, notifies providers to report changes in patient condition and implements orders in a timely manner. Exercises independent judgment in providing safe nursing care to patients. Completes appropriate documentation by maintaining accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of the department and Parkland. Maintains and implements knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact or govern Radiology nursing practice, and ensures that Parkland Hospital is in compliance. This may include EMTALA, Order of Productive Custody, Memorandum of Transfer and APOWW. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, appropriate utilization of supplies and materials. Proactively anticipates and responds to the needs of patients, their families, providers, and coworkers. Demonstrates an energetic and positive approach to work. Maintains a positive working relationship with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Demonstrates a sense of ownership and pays attention to details of the job to ensure all mandatory obligations are met. Serves as a preceptor or trainer to newer nursing staffing members. Prepares and conducts an in-service educational program for the Hospital at Home Department at least once per year. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve patient and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the Hospital at Home department and Parkland. May serve on various unit and interdisciplinary committees as opportunities present. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus any additional required licensures/certifications. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Job Accountabilities Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion. Hospital at Home is an innovative program that combines in-home with remote monitoring, offering patients timely, hospital-level care in their homes. Though the list of diagnoses enrolled in Hospital at Home continues to expand, common disease states include acute pneumonia, cellulitis, COVID-19, urinary tract infection, dehydration, or exacerbations of chronic conditions, such as heart failure or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. For many patients, the program provides an alternative to the traditional hospital setting and results in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction. The Hospital at Home team is looking for motivated nurses with critical thinking skills, acute care experience, and an interest in serving the Parkland community. Primary Purpose The RN is a licensed professional who uses the Parkland nursing professional practice model to coordinate acute patient care delivery in the patient home. Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient in their environment, identifies nursing diagnoses based on responses to health problems, develops and implements an individualized plan of care, and evaluates the patient's response. The RN utilizes knowledge of patient needs and providing healthcare in the home environment to assist patients to transition through the healthcare encounter without any preventable complications or delays. The RN delegates interventions to health care personnel based on the Texas Nursing Practice Act, each patient's condition, and the competencies of the employee. Minimum Specifications Education Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Prefer Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Experience Must have two years of nursing experience in the acute care setting. Prefer experience in the home environment. Equivalent Education and/or Experience None Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current, valid RN license or temporary RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing; or, valid Compact RN license. Must have current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network Must have current, valid driver’s license. Required Tests for Placement None Skills or Special Abilities Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. Provides continuous assessment, consults with other team members as required and provides nursing care which demonstrates patient centered/patient valued care. Exercises independent judgment in providing nursing care. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff in accordance with established policies and procedures. Must be comfortable providing healthcare in patient homes. Must be able to recognize emergency situations, escalate, and assist in corrective action. Must be able to organize and prioritize assignments, duties, and responsibilities Must be able to collaborate with various disciplines to meet the patient's plan of care in the home. Must be able to identify, address, and escalate patient social needs. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to provide direction to non-nursing staff and serve as a preceptor. Must be able to respond quickly and positively to dynamic processes, schedules, responsibilities, and expectations. Must exhibit understanding of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, IV skills, and universal precautions. Must be able to utilize navigational aids to find specific addresses. Responsibilities Serves as a patient advocate, by focusing on patient needs, patient rights, confidentiality, and religious and cultural preferences. Maintains positive working relationships with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Serves as a resource for patients and other healthcare team members. Provides patient care educational information and training to patient and family members. May serve as a resource for specific clinical patient care issues. Acts autonomously to structure day as well as coordinate and deliver care to multiple patients in Dallas County, following expectations outlined in department nursing procedures. Completes appropriate patient assessments, admission criteria, identification and implementation of appropriate clinical interventions, discharge planning, interdisciplinary communication. Utilizes critical thinking skills and recognizes emergency situations and provides appropriate nursing interventions. Consults with other team members as required, notifies providers to report changes in patient condition and implements orders in a timely manner. Exercises independent judgment in providing safe nursing care to patients. Completes appropriate documentation by maintaining accurate and timely entries and notations in patient care records and hospital documents. Ensures that all records and documents meet the standards, goals, and objectives of the department and Parkland. Maintains and implements knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact or govern Radiology nursing practice, and ensures that Parkland Hospital is in compliance. This may include EMTALA, Order of Productive Custody, Memorandum of Transfer and APOWW. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Maintains and updates knowledge of sanitation, infection control, safety, supplies, equipment, appropriate utilization of supplies and materials. Proactively anticipates and responds to the needs of patients, their families, providers, and coworkers. Demonstrates an energetic and positive approach to work. Maintains a positive working relationship with all Parkland internal and external customers, employees, etc. Demonstrates a sense of ownership and pays attention to details of the job to ensure all mandatory obligations are met. Serves as a preceptor or trainer to newer nursing staffing members. Prepares and conducts an in-service educational program for the Hospital at Home Department at least once per year. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve patient and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the Hospital at Home department and Parkland. May serve on various unit and interdisciplinary committees as opportunities present. Maintains State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, plus any additional required licensures/certifications. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Job Accountabilities Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion. PRIMARY PURPOSE Responsible for assisting in the daily management of unit activities including staff supervision and development, planning, budget, quality and facility operations and coordinating patient services to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes. MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS Education - Bachelor's degree in nursing, preferred. Experience - Must have three (3) years of professional nursing experience. Certification/Registration/Licensure - Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit with the Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license - Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network - For the following cost centers: 60080, 61300, 61310, 62300, 60690, 61920, 62250, 62180, 61930, 62330, 60240, 60490, 60500, 60550, 61200, 61210, 61250, 62310, 70440, 71010: Must have current Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification on hire or placement in role. Certification must be from the following: - American Heart Association - American Red Cross - Military Training Network - For the following cost centers: 63200, 63220, 63210, 61230, 61920, 61930 Must have current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) OR, Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy certification on hire or placement in the role. Certification for NRP must be from the following: - American Heart Association - American Red Cross - Military Training Network - For the following cost centers: 62300, 60080, 62180: Must have current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification on hire or placement in the role. Certification must be from the following: - American Heart Association - American Red Cross - Military Training Network - For the following cost centers: 60240, 61250: Must have current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Certification must be from the following: - American Heart Association - American Red Cross - Military Training Network - For the following cost centers: 62300, 60080 - Must have current Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) or Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) certification on hire or in the role. - For the following cost centers: 60240, 61250 - Must obtain Advanced Burn Life Support (ABLS) Instructor Certification within 18 months of hire or placement in the role. - For the following cost centers: 62100, 62310 - CNOR Certification Preferred - For the following cost center: 62300 - Must have Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) or Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) or Certified Med-Surg Nurse Certification or obtain within 24 months of placement into the role. - For the following cost centers: 61920 - Labor & Delivery, 61930 - Labor & Delivery Triage, 60850 - 7A Antepartum - Must have Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring Training Intermediate upon hire or placement in the role. Current incumbents will have until October 1, 2025, to secure the credential and upload it on to PeopleSoft. - For the following cost center: 63000, 63200, 63220, 63210, 61230, 61920, 61930 Must have current NRP certification upon hire or placement in role. Certification must be from one of the following: - American Heart Association - American Red Cross - Military Training Network Skills or Special Abilities - Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nurse Practice Act, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area specific standards. - Must be capable of serving as a clinical resource for staff. - Must have a working knowledge of assigned department operations including policies, personnel and budget management. - Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in working with a diverse population of physicians, patients, nursing staff, management and administration. - Must demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors. Responsibilities 1. Generic a. Responsible for assisting in the daily management of unit activities to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes. Develops staff schedules to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities, while providing optimal service to internal and external customers. Directly supervises time, attendance and patient care activities of assigned Nursing and ancillary staff. Motivates, counsels, guides and evaluates staff. Delegates tasks effectively. Participates in the selection and orientation of new staff. Ensures that assigned employees receive opportunities to further their knowledge. b. Provides patient care, assessing patient needs, planning discharge and arranging support services to ensure effective, high quality patient care. Serves as a clinical role model and educational resource to ensure high quality, effective patient services. c. Maintains and implements knowledge of all Parkland, The Joint Commission and clinical area rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines and ensures that employee activities are in compliance. d. Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes and flows in the unit. Implements appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity and efficiency that support the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Tracks and trends survey charts and other data sources and provides periodic reports. Monitors quality management practices on the unit including Nursing Standards and Practices, competencies and accreditation of staff. Collaborates with staff, physicians, administration and risk management to evaluate and improve patient services. e. Responsible for tracking the effectiveness of unit policies and procedures and assisting the Manager in policy development or revision. Develops and evaluates staff activities to promote knowledge of all rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines that impact the unit and ensures compliance. Educates patients and families on rules and regulations and updates procedure manuals. f. Responsible for a collaborative work team to ensure positive working relationships. Communicates effectively with physicians, students, and other departments such as Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, Property and Linen Services. Maintains good communication with other hospitals, government or regulatory agencies and community representatives. g. Responsible for effective facility management as measured by cleanliness, proper type, amount and functioning of equipment and overall environmental safety. Oversees timely and effective maintenance of equipment and rooms. h. Assists in developing and administering the annual operating, capital and payroll budget to ensure that the unit has the necessary funds to carry out established goals and objectives. Monitors charges and supplies, initiates orders and supervises capital improvements. i. Assists management in developing annual goals and objectives for the unit that reflect the mission and philosophy of Parkland and meet department goals. j. Serves on multidisciplinary, department and Nursing committees as selected and assigned. 2. JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES - COPC a. Responsible for assisting in the daily management of unit activities to ensure high quality patient care and optimal outcomes. Develops staff schedules to ensure maximum utilization of individual and group capabilities, while providing optimal service to internal and external customers. Directly supervises time, attendance and patient care activities of assigned Nursing and ancillary staff. Motivates, counsels, guides and evaluates staff. Delegates tasks effectively. Participates in the selection and orientation of new staff. Ensures that assigned employees receive opportunities to further their knowledge. b. Provides patient care, assessing patient needs, planning discharge and arranging support services to ensure effective, high quality patient care. Serves as a clinical role model and educational resource to ensure high quality, effective patient services. c. Maintains and implements knowledge of all Parkland, The Joint Commission and clinical area rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines and ensures that employee activities are in compliance. d. Identifies and analyzes the design of jobs, work processes and flows in the unit. Modifies approach, communication and interaction to take account of sensory impairments and specific needs of all customers, in particular older adults. Implements appropriate changes to improve effectiveness, productivity and efficiency that support the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Tracks and trends survey, charts and other data sources and provides periodic reports. Monitors quality management practices on the unit including Nursing Standards and Practices, competencies and accreditation of staff. Collaborates with staff, physicians, administration and risk management to evaluate and improve patient services. e. Responsible for tracking the effectiveness of unit policies and procedures and assisting the Manager in policy development or revision. Develops and evaluates staff activities to promote knowledge of all rules, regulations, policies, procedures, laws and guidelines that impact the unit and ensures compliance. Educates patients and families on rules and regulations and updates procedure manuals. f. Responsible for a collaborative work team to ensure positive working relationships. Communicates effectively with physicians, students, and other departments such as Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy, Property and Linen Services. Maintains good communication with other hospitals, government or regulatory agencies and community representatives. g. Responsible for effective facility management as measured by cleanliness, proper type, amount and functioning of equipment and overall environmental safety. Oversees timely and effective maintenance of equipment and rooms. h. Assists in developing and administering the annual operating, capital and payroll budget to ensure that the unit has the necessary funds to carry out established goals and objectives. Monitors charges and supplies, initiates orders and supervises capital improvements. i. Assists management in developing annual goals and objectives for the unit that reflect the mission and philosophy of Parkland and meet department goals. j. Serves on multidisciplinary, department and Nursing committees as selected and assigned. Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
