Nursing Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

NP Home Health Hospice Part-time
Bridge Home Health & Hospice

Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Hospice - Part Time Per Time - Central Coast

apartment Bridge Home Health & Hospice location_onSalinas, CA
Req #400 Job Description Summary The Nurse Practitioner is a registered professional nurse with advanced graduate education and clinical training who provides comprehensive health care services in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act. Provides comprehensive care through the evaluation and assessment of the health history, health promotion, diagnosing medical conditions, management of health problems by directing and developing the plan of care, prescribing medications or treatments, coordinating, and collaborating with patients, families, and other healthcare practitioners. The nurse practitioner visits patients and completes physical assessments as assigned in consultation with the primary care team. The nurse practitioner builds from the resources of the community to plan and direct services to meet the need of individuals and families within their homes and communities. Essential Job Functions/Responsiblities:Patient Care Provides medical care in compliance with the state Nurse Practice Act under the supervision of a collaborating physician. Completes history & physical examinations, by evaluating the patient's medical condition and health history, ordering and interpreting results from laboratory and diagnostic tests or procedures, diagnosing health conditions and documents the findings in the patient's medical record. Manages health conditions by developing an individualized plan of care, prescribing medications and/or treatments, obtaining consultations or making referrals and coordinating health care services. Reviews clinical information, coordinates and oversees patient care in consultation with the attending physician and/or hospice physician. Assures that patient receives appropriate measures to control symptoms, through collaboration with the attending physician and/or hospice physician. Consults the Hospice Medical Director/Team Physician regarding the patient's plan of care. Perform face to face encounters within thirty (30) days of the third and subsequent hospice benefit certification periods and attest to the encounter. Communication Communicates and collaborates with other health care practitioners and the IDT team to create, review and revise the patient's plan of care. Consults with the patient's attending physician, primary care team and other healthcare practitioners regarding the patient's current condition, ongoing care needs and medical management. Communicates with other community health practitioners to coordinate the plan of care. Attends and participates in care management meetings as needed. Completes, maintains, and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes, physical examination notes, assessment visit notes, medical orders, collaboration notes and other documentation in the medical record. Educates/counsels’ patients, families, and/or caregivers as to preventative care, medical problems, psychological problems, and spiritual problems in conjunction with the primary care team to meet the total needs of patients. Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient. Assists the patient and family / caregiver and other team members in providing continuity of care. Works in cooperation with the family/ caregiver and other health care practitioners to identify and meet the care needs of the patient and family / caregiver. Serves as a nursing resource for consultation and education in the community. Establishes, builds, and nurtures relationships with staff and community referral sources to facilitate program growth. Additional Duties: The Nurse Practitioner: Maintains knowledge of and compliance with current Medicare/Medicaid, state/federal rules and regulations for hospice care. Ensures compliance with the hospice Medicare conditions of participation and other state regulations govern the provision of healthcare. Complies with all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements in accordance with federal, state, and organizational policies. Participates in organizational monitoring of the quality of medical services and quality improvement initiatives. (QAPI) Assumes responsibility for personal growth. Develops, maintains, and upgrades professional knowledge and practice skills through attendance at seminars, conferences, and participation in continuing education and in- service classes. Fulfills the obligation of requested and/or accepted assignments. Demonstrate knowledge in communication and counseling patient/family in dealing with health care issues. Must adhere to the company attendance and reliability guidelines, which are an essential function of the job to ensure quality, and consistent patient care. May be required to participate in the on-call rotation to meet the needs of the agency. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) of this job. The incumbent(s) may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in the description. Position Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program. Current nursing licensure in State and CPR certification is CPR required. Master's degree with a minimum of (1) year Nurse Practitioner experience.Accreditation from an approved certifying body for advanced practice nursing as required by the State. Certification in a specialist area preferred; (e.g. Hospice and Palliative Care) 2 years Hospice experience preferred Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, mathematical skills; nursing skills per competency checklist. Must possess a valid California Driver’s License with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Must hold a collaborative agreement with a physician outside of the hospice organization. Physical Requirements: The ability to sit occasionally for 1-3 hours. The ability to frequently stand for 3-6 hours. The ability to occasionally drive/ operate foot control for 1-3 hours. The ability to walk intermittently on level and or unlevel surface for less than 1 hour. The ability to intermittently bend or climb for less than 1 hour. The ability to occasionally twist, kneel, crouch and crawl for 1-3 hours. The ability to lift 50 pounds frequently for 3-6 hours. The ability to lift greater than 50 pounds occasionally for 1-3 hours. The ability to carry up to 50 pounds frequently for 3-6 hours. The ability to carry greater than 50 pounds occasionally for 1-3 hours. The ability to push up to 50 pounds frequently for 3-6 hours. The ability to push greater than 50 pounds occasionally for 1-3 hours. The ability to pull up to 50 pounds frequently for 3-6 hours The ability to pull greater than 50 pounds occasionally for 1-3 hours.
RN Psych Part-time
Telecare Corporation

Acute Registered Nurse - Mental Health 194

apartment Telecare Corporation location_onSanta Cruz, CA
“They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I’d be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live...” - Client from Telecare What You Will Do to Change Lives The Registered Nurse (RN) provides recovery-focused services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the physician. The RN Supervisor provides safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care. Shifts Available: Part-Time 0.6; PM | hours 3:00pm - 11:30pm | Days vary as needed Expected starting wage range is $65.45 - $80.85. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. What You Bring to the Table (Must Have) Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of program operations What’s In It For You* Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift) Free CEUs Coaching and mentorship Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits Join Our Compassionate Team Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems. The Santa Cruz County Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) is a 16-bed locked acute psychiatric inpatient program for adults aged 18+, diagnosed with serious mental illness (SMI), experiencing a mental health emergency and require intensive treatment and support. EOE AA M/F/V/Disability *May vary by location and position type Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview. Registered Nurse, RN, Psych Nurse, Psychiatry, Nursing, Nurses If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Surgical Tech Full-time
Dignity St. Mary Medical Center

Surgical Tech II

apartment Dignity St. Mary Medical Center location_onSanta Cruz, CA
Responsibilities Position Summary: The Surgical Technician II is responsible for supporting Registered Nurses and Surgeons in the Operating Room. They handle sterile instruments during surgical procedures. They monitor their sterile field and are responsible for the care and maintenance of surgical instruments, supplies and equipment. Working as part of the OR team is essential. Responsible for picking cases and room turn-over after procedures. Qualifications Minimum: Current Certified Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting OR. Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) Current AHA BLS certification required. Preferred: Two (2) years ORT experience preferred. Graduate from an approved program for OR Technicians or equivalent preferred. Current Certified OR Technician or equivalent CT ORG preferred. Overview Dominican Hospital (a member of Dignity Health) is a 222-bed facility that offers a wide range of services to residents of California’s Central Coast. With 24/7 emergency care, comprehensive care in cardiac, orthopedics, oncology, women’s and children’s services, we continue to lead the region in medical innovation and excellence in healthcare. Comprehensive Care Dominican offers emergency services and is a Certified Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center. Dominican’s services include the only comprehensive Cancer Center in Santa Cruz County, a Total Joint Replacement program, and advanced neurological and endoscopic services. Dominican regularly receives ‘A’ grades for hospital safety from Leapfrog Group, and has received national recognition for superior patient safety, cardiac care, and stroke treatment from Healthgrades, a leading provider of comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. As Santa Cruz County’s heart attack (STEMI) receiving center, Dominican Hospital provides cutting edge cardiac care. The hospital’s heart attack treatment times consistently beat the national average, and the hospital offers two cardiac catheterization labs available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Groundbreaking cardiac procedures at Dominican include the Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedure, which allows for heart valve replacement without opening a patient’s chest. Dominican Hospital has forged significant partnerships with area hospitals to bring exceptional care to Santa Cruz County. The hospital offers a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) through a partnership with Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. Neurosurgery at Dominican is also offered through a partnership with Stanford Health Care. One Community. One Mission. One California
Home Health Aide Home Health Hospice Per Diem
Bridge Home Health & Hospice

Home Health Aide - Home Health

apartment Bridge Home Health & Hospice location_onSanta Cruz, CA
Req # 351 Home Health- PRN - S anta Cruz County Job Description Summary The home health aide is a paraprofessional member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patient's needs. The home health aide is responsible for observing patients, reporting these observations, and documenting observations and care performed. The home health aide will be assigned by a Registered Nurse in a manner that promotes the quality, continuity, and safety of a patient's care. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities: Responsibilities of the home health aide include, but are not limited to, the following: Assisting the patient with toileting activities. Planning and preparing nutritious meals. Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary. Taking and recording oral, rectal, and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency). Performing simple procedures as an extension of nursing services as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency) Assisting patients in the self-administration of medication. Doing the patient's laundry, as appropriate. Meeting the safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (footstools, side rails, etc.). Reporting on the patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse. Adhering to the Organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. Must adhere to the company attendance and reliability guidelines, which are an essential function of the job to ensure quality, and consistent patient care. The above statements are the only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) of this job. The incumbent(s) may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in the description. Job Qualifications: Meets the training requirements and successfully completed: A training and competency evaluation program that meets 5484.80 (b) and (c); or A competency evaluation that meets the requirements of 5484.80 (c); or A nurse aide training and competency evaluation approved by the state as meeting the requirements of 5483.151 through S483.154 and is currently in good standing on the state nurse aide registry; or The requirements of a state licensure program that meets the provisions of 5484.80 (b) and (c). Shows proof of registration on the Home Care Aide Registry through the Department of Social Services, Home Care Services Bureau. At least 18 years of age. Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and impaired. Possess and maintains current CPR certification. Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene. Must possess a valid California Driver’s License with an automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order. JOB LIMITATIONS The home health aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the state's Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the home health aide will not administer medications, take physician's orders, or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge, and skill of a nurse, such as sterile techniques. Physical Requirements: The ability to sit occasionally for 1-3 hours. The ability to frequently stand for 3-6 hours. The ability to occasionally drive/ operate foot control for 1-3 hours. The ability to walk occasionally on level surface for 1-3 hours. The ability to walk intermittently on unlevel surface for less than 1 hour. The ability to intermittently bend or climb for less than 1 hour. The ability to occasionally twist, kneel, crouch and crawl for 1-3 hours. The ability to lift 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour. The ability to carry up to 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour. The ability to push up to 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour. The ability to pull up to 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour.