Overview USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community. Responsibilities Practices family centered nursing according to policies and Nurse Practice Act; serves as Charge Nurse when assigned; supervises, plans, evaluates, and coordinates patient care provided by other licensed and non-licensed staff; demonstrates CPR according to American Heart Association standards; abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization’s values; adheres to hospital policies including confidentiality; serves as preceptor for new employees and nursing students; utilizes the nursing process to: assess patients; plan individual care; identify expected outcomes; implement and evaluate nursing interventions for patients and families; performs therapeutic procedures and assists with diagnostic procedures required for the care of the patient; administers medications including controlled substances by all routes; administers blood and blood products; responds appropriately to emergency patient situations; performs basic life support and management of arrest situations; starts IVs; performs activities of daily living; when performing skilled procedures the RN can state the purpose, rationale, precautions and observations related to that procedure; utilizes proper body mechanics when: moving, positioning and transferring patients without assistance or with assistance when needed for patient safety; moves equipment that is necessary to perform essential functions; provides patient education by planning, coordinating and delegating, as appropriate, the educational needs of each patient; utilizes a personal computer or terminal to access the Clinical Information System; communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with physicians, patients, families and healthcare team in person and via telephone; responds to overhead pages; completes pain assessment tool, discharge forms, and MAR; supervises, evaluates and finalizes the patient care record; completes all mandatory unit, educational and hospital requirements; utilizes cost effective practices in performing all aspects of job; adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards; demonstrates the ability to provide competent patient care to the applicable patient population(s) based on the area of clinical care to include stroke patients when necessary; utilizes and cares for all types of CVL’s including PICC/Midlines; maintains current knowledge base of all unit policies and procedures, equipment location and supplies; identifies, organizes and directs activities to utilize resources, personnel, and materials to meet the needs of the patient and nursing staff; communicates with the Nurse Manager and Nurse Administrator, on an ongoing basis, regarding: changes in the unit status, patient related issues, Quality Management issues, and other events as they evolve; acts as first line in problem resolution with other departments and any complaints; assists with shift duty assignments; verifies that emergency equipment is functional; ensures that narcotic counts is complete and accurate; participates in Performance Improvement activities as assigned; accesses and accurately maintains electronic and paper medical records; regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; related duties as required. Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits. Qualifications Current Alabama RN license or c urrent Multi- State RN License in accordance with Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for Alabama. Note: USA Health abides by the NLC requirements and guidelines for the state of Alabama. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Overview USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community. Responsibilities VARIOUS SHIFTS AVAILABLE Practices family centered nursing according to policies and Nurse Practice Act; serves as Charge Nurse when assigned; supervises, plans, evaluates, and coordinates patient care provided by other licensed and non-licensed staff; utilizes the nursing process to assess the patient, plan individualized care, identify expected outcomes, and implement and evaluate nursing interventions for patients and families; provides direct patient care according to unit specific competencies; performs therapeutic procedures and assists with diagnostic procedures required for the care of the patient; administers medications to include controlled substances by all routes; administers blood and blood products; responds appropriately to emergency patient situations; starts IVs; performs activities of daily living; performs basic life support and management of cardiac/respiratory arrest situations; requires minimal supervision to safely perform patient care; when performing skilled procedures, the RN can state the purpose, rationale, precautions and observations related to that procedure; utilizes proper body mechanics when: moving, positioning and transferring patients without assistance or with assistance when needed for patient safety and when moving equipment that is necessary to perform essential functions; provides patient and family education by planning, coordinating and delegating, as appropriate, the educational needs of each patient; utilizes a personal computer or terminal to access the Hospital Information System; communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with physicians, patients, families and healthcare team in person and via telephone; responds promptly to unit and overhead pages; maintains accurate and complete medical records by utilizing the correct documentation tools and procedures: admission assessment completed within unit timeframe, flow chart completed with signature, discharge and pain assessment completed, MAK/MAR and restraint forms completed, completion of all applicable forms; transcribes physician orders; evaluates and finalizes the patient care record; accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict; cooperates, helps others and improves the performance of the unit; completes all mandatory unit, educational and hospital requirements; utilizes cost effective practices in performing all aspects of the job; adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards; maintains unit in a neat and orderly fashion; demonstrates the ability to provide competent patient care to Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric patient populations; follows Heart Failure Protocol; participates in hourly rounds; when serving as Charge Nurse: identifies, organizes, and directs activities to utilize resources, personnel, and materials to meet the needs of the patient and nursing staff; communicates with the Nurse Manager and Nurse Administrator on an ongoing basis, regarding: changes in unit status, patient related issues, staffing issues, quality management issues, and other events as they evolve; acts as first line in problem resolution with other departments and any patient complaints; assists with shift duty assignments or serves as staff nurse as needed; verifies that emergency equipment is functional; demonstrates CPR according to American Heart Association standards; serves as preceptor for new employees and nursing students; adheres to all patient safety goals; adheres to all Standards of Performance; abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization’s values; adheres to hospital policies including confidentiality; participates on committees as assigned; participates in Performance Improvement activities as assigned; regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; related duties as required. Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and a current Alabama RN license or current Multi-State RN License in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for Alabama. Note: USA Health abides by the NLC requirements and guidelines for the state of Alabama. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Overview USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community. Responsibilities Assists registered nurse and/or physicians with exams and procedures; takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure; administers medications and injections according to orders; maintains patient records; performs various routine tests and procedures, including dipstick urinalysis, hematocrits, EKG s, tympanometry, audiometry, inhalation therapy, pregnancy tests, and blood glucose; maintains inventories of clinical supplies and medications; ensures that patient examination rooms are ready for use by patients, and that rooms are stocked with supplies and equipment; completes call backs to parents/guardians of patients by phone; calls prescriptions to pharmacies; prepares lab, X-ray request and referral forms; regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; and related duties as required. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing meeting the minimum standards set by the State of Alabama and current Alabama Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or current Multi-State LPN License in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for Alabama. Note: USA Health abides by the NLC requirements and guidelines for the state of Alabama. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Overview USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community. Responsibilities Participates in and coordinates the planning, development, and implementation of clinical protocols in accordance with research parameters set out by the principal investigator; oversees the planning, scheduling, and implementation of the day-to-day clinical activities and procedures, ensuring efficient workflow and adequate care and treatment of research subjects; plans and carries out programs for the recruitment, screening, enrollment and retention of clinical research subjects and/or volunteers; instructs subjects on treatment methods and protocols; establishes appropriate data collection systems and procedures, according to pre-established research protocols; responsible for providing highly skilled nursing care; supervises and/or performs research related procedures; conducts advanced patient evaluations on patients who are participating in research studies and provides preliminary patient diagnoses; assists the physicians in the management of outpatients in the clinic; assists in obtaining appropriate pre and post labs for treatment and evaluation of patients; interprets tests results; develops and directs educational programs for patients and health care providers regarding illness, therapy and home care on an outpatient basis; maintains familiarity with current methods of treating patients by both state of the art investigational means; interacts with research sponsors and other agencies in the procurement of medications for research patients; interacts with pharmaceutical companies and other agencies in the procurement of medications for indigent patients; interacts with physicians, patients and staff in a professional manner; maintains inventories of research drugs and supplies; coordinates patient care activities and assists physicians with patient assessment when needed; dispenses medications and administers medications according to research protocol; performs various routine tests; maintains accurate patient records for patients on research study; talks to patients as needed; reviews incoming lab reports and other diagnostic reports and advises physician of any abnormalities as needed; schedules appointment for patients with other physicians and departments, as requested by physician; regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; related duties as required. Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and a current Alabama RN license or current Multi-State RN License in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for Alabama, t wo years of professional nursing experience, and licensure with the state of Alabama as a registered nurse. Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS, Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) or Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) through Society of Clinical Research Associates certification are preferred. BSN and prior research experience are highly preferred. Note: USA Health abides by the NLC requirements and guidelines for the state of Alabama. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Overview USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community. Responsibilities Serves as a resource and liaison to the Transfer Center Specialists that coordinate transfers and acceptance of patients for USA Health hospitals; collects clinical information for a transfer request and facilitates the transfer by matching the patient’s needs to the facility with bed capacity and service capability; works in collaboration with multiple departments to foster relationships with referring facilities, physicians, and hospital staff; works closely with the Transfer Center team and leadership to identify trends and report barriers to patient throughput; performs transfer call center functions in a responsive manner answering calls, entering into a database consisting of facility service profiles, approved clinical protocols, established patient care protocols, and healthcare information; coordinates transfer of emergent, urgent and elective patients to a final destination facility from all potential referral sources to include but not limited to hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and physician offices via a single call to initiate acceptance and expedite decision making relative to a potential transfer; facilitates patient throughput to a final destination with an ongoing focus on quality and efficiency; works directly with Transfer Center Specialists to ensure timely transfer, appropriate bed assignment, and provides accurate patient information to assist with the development of an initial plan of care; ensures accurate and concurrent data collection and maintenance; Process patient acuity and facilitate patient flow through the continuum of care; triages and prioritizes patient information and communicates an accurate clinical presentation of the patient for accepting physicians and nurses; completes all training and is competent in the electronic applications related to job functions; adheres to regulatory requirements such as EMTALA , Ethics and Compliance policies, and quality initiatives; monitors self-compliance and implements process changes to ensure compliance to such regulations and quality initiatives; communicates with physicians and outlying facilities regarding all patient transfers, potential bed placements, and assists with coordinating patient movement from one facility to another; provide follow up with facilities as needed; adheres to customer service compliance; provides clinical resource information as needed to other team members in order to facilitate optimal patient outcomes; evaluates medical necessity/available services for acute level of care for incoming transfers; communicates with Case Management and Patient Access regarding incoming transfers; uses problem-solving skills to determine the course of action to generate the best patient clinical outcome, the physicians’ preferences, and the transferring and receiving hospitals; adheres to established policy and procedure and standards of care; escalates issues through the established chain of command in a timely manner; utilizes effective and professional communication, acts as a liaison between physicians, patient/family, hospital staff, patient care areas, and outside agencies; communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills; adheres to hospital policies including confidentiality; regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; related duties as required. Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, meeting the minimum standards set by the state of Alabama, one year professional nursing experience, and licensure with the state of Alabama as a registered nurse. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
