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Quality Improvement Infection Control Nurse

apartment United Surgical Partners International, Inc location_onHouston, TX

USPI Northwest Surgery Center Red Oak, is seeking a motivated Quality Improvement Infection Control Nurse to join our team. We have 5 ORs and 2 Treatment rooms. We perform outpatient surgical procedures in Colon and Rectal, ENT, Gastroenterology, General, Gynecology, Hand, Ophthalmology, Pain Management, Plastic, Podiatry, Urology. This position exists to proactively develop and support the performance improvement process in compliance with regulatory, federal and state requirements. This position requires a person who is well organized and demonstrates a high degree of attention to detail. The PI Coordinator is required to manage all functions related to performance improvement at the facility. May be delegated additional responsibilities or special assignments. You will also manage the Infection Control program. Demonstrates the primary goal of efficiently providing surgical services that exceed customer expectations and improve clinical and financial operations. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities QI: Develops and implements a performance improvement plan that meets regulatory requirements. Modifies the Performance Improvement Plan as needed to maintain regulatory compliance and current standard of practice. Annually reviews the effectiveness of the Performance Improvement Plan in writing and submits the annual review and any recommendations for improvement to committees including the MEC and GB. Ensures EDGE™ audits are assigned, educated and entered into the system per the EDGE™ calendar requirements located on USPInSite’s EDGE tab. Develops reports for EGDE™ audits and Risk and Patient Relations entries as well as other audits performed at the facility so that the data can be analyzed and acted upon as needed. Assists in the aggregation and analyzing of data and report’s findings to the appropriate committees. Ensures the minutes of meetings reflect the PI reports discussed and includes attachments. Assists in continuous quality improvement processes as the facilitator / coach. Ensures all necessary follow-up / action items are completed, reported and documented in order to close the quality loop. Performs Root Cause Analysis (RCA) as needed (Sentinel Event) and report’s findings to appropriate committees and to the Governing Body. Ensures all RCA’s performed contain the necessary follow-up / action items, reporting and documentation in order to prevent future occurrences. Performs Failure Mode Effect Analysis every 18 months on a high risk, high volume / low volume, problem prone process and implements all of the required action items. Able to work as a team member. Serves as recording secretary for the performance improvement section of meeting minutes. Manages required regulatory reporting including but not limited to ASCQC measures and improves compliance with these measures. Manages the regulatory compliance and survey preparedness by implementing a continuous readiness model of compliance. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Provides employee education for the prevention of infection. Provides Infection Control post-operative surveillance, data collection, assessment, measurement, and reports findings to the Quality Assessment Committee. Provides surveillance and assessment of infection control practices related to Standard Precautions, Transmission Precautions, and Exposure Control. Provides facility surveillance related to infection control. Serves as the facility resource person for infection control. Provides review for the appropriateness of agents used for disinfecting and antisepsis. Reports activities related to infection control to the Quality Assessment Committee. Reviews the Infection Control policies and guidelines for program scope, objectives, performance and effectiveness at least annually and provides recommendations to the PI committee for revision/approval. Assists with employee Infection Control orientation and in-services. Follows the Center's professional conduct and dress code policy. Maintains patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy. Acts in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Center. Assists with other responsibilities of center as deemed necessary by management #USP-123 #USP-RN #LI-CM1 Required Skills: Qualifications: • Graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing. • Currently RN licenses in the state. • BLS • Attends an orientation program, an annual update, and other educational offerings related to Infection Control. • The knowledge, skills, and abilities of a Staff Nurse are required for this position. • Employee Health - specific training is supplied. • Good command of the English language, both verbal and written. • Able to work well with physicians, employees, patients, and others.

Per Diem

RN PreOp PRN

apartment United Surgical Partners International, Inc location_onPasadena, TX

USPI Doctors United Surgery Center, is seeking a motivated PreOp Registered Nurse to join our team. Doctors United Surgery Center is a fast-paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. Position requires weekdays only -- no holidays, weekends, or call. Some later evenings required. Job Summary: The PreOp RN is a Registered Nurse that provides quality patient care using the nursing process, the medical plan of care, and organizational policies. The RN provides safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the perioperative services for all patient populations. The RN supports the mission, vision, and values of the organization. The RN reports to the Manager of Peri-operative Services. Experienced in supporting in the following specialties: Orthopedics, ENT, General, GI, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Pain, Plastic, Podiatry, Urology. What We Offer Competitive wages Opportunities to better yourself professionally Health, Dental & Vision Coverage 401(k) retirement plan Paid Time Off (PTO) Company Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Programs Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account Education Assistance Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability Insurance Travel Assistance when 100+ miles from home for business or vacation Free parking Who We Are At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population. For more information about USPI, check out our website , Facebook , Twitter , or LinkedIn . #USP-123 #USP-RN #LI-CM1 Required Skills: Qualifications: Must be a Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the state Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing Must have at least 1-3 years' previous experience in PreOP/PACU Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred Must have current BLS, ALS and PALS Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed

Surgical Tech

Per Diem

Surgical Scrub Tech PRN

apartment United Surgical Partners International, Inc location_onKingwood, TX

Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood Job Summary : Anticipates the needs of the surgical team. Establishes and maintains sterile field during surgical procedures in the operating room. Reporting Relationship: Reports to Clinical Director/Administrator Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following. Other duties may be assigned: 1. Ensures sterility of all supplies and instruments during set up of surgical procedures. 2. Assists circulating nurse and surgical team in maintaining sterile environment. 3. Assists circulating nurse in gathering necessary surgical supplies and equipment. Is responsible for doing sponge, needle, and instrument count pre-operatively and intra-operative with the circulating nurse. 4. Gowns and gloves surgeons and assistants. 5. Assists in keeping physician preference cards accurate/updated. 6. Retains all specimens to be sent to pathology, confirming source/name of specimen with surgeon. 7. Transports all surgical equipment to appropriate cleaning areas. Assists in sterile supply with cleaning and reprocessing of instrument sets. 8. Interacts appropriately and effectively with all patients/others regardless of age or ethnic background. 9. Uses Standard Universal Precautions, appropriate hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment. 10. Assists with environmental hazard and infection control surveillance and participates in emergency preparedness drills. 11. Follows all equipment and safety guidelines and is responsible for knowledgeable use and care of equipment. 12. Serves as a resource to other members of the health care team. 13. Attends inservices, conferences, and meetings as required. 14. Communicates effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, and their office staffs, patients, and employees. Maintains patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy. 15. Maintains designated certifications such as CPR, as offered by the center. 16. Acts in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Center. 17. Complies with Policies and Procedures, and adheres to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual shall be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: High School Diploma / GED; completion of a Scrub Technician Program. Certification preferable. Two years experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Reasoning Ability: Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Other skills and abilities: General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room. #USP-123 #LI-JB1 Required Skills: Physical demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that shall be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, and hear. The employee shall regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and /or move up to 100 pounds. USPI''S EDGE- (Every Day Giving Excellence) USPI''S EDGE- is the key to the differentiation of USPI as a customer-focused company. The process of completing EDGE- requirements establishes processes and measurements that are collected, assimilated, and shared throughout USPI. All employees are involved with EDGE-. The involvement can range from doing their jobs to taking on the role of gathering and/or entering data into the computer. All employees shall at some time during their employment be required to participate in the EDGE- program. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 Responsible for knowing the processes involved assuring the standards established by HIPAA, and ensuring they are followed including the practices and records relating to the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, and the risk of radiation. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and the risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.