Title: Sonographer – Cardiac (Days)

Description:

The Cardiac Sonographer performs echocardiography exams, including sub-specialty exams such as stress echocardiography and transesophageal echocardiography. Employing two-dimensional and color Spectral Doppler and M-mode imaging techniques, the sonographer images patients as requested by ordering physician. The sonographer works independently, consulting with the ordering or interpreting physician as needed, especially when unusual or unexpected findings are encountered. Must have the ability to synthesize varying amounts of data related to the patient’s medical history. The Sonographer is responsible for the patient’s welfare for the entire time the patient is in the outpatient facility, or for the length of time the inpatient is in the testing area.

Must be proficient in/or willing to cross train for vascular examinations.

Ability to function independently and proficiently.

Must be able to move and lift patients, equipment, and supplies on a regular basis.

Ability to function in a high stress, work in intensive environment.

Must be able to operate HIS and CIS computers.

Must have working knowledge of clinical emergency equipment such as oxygen tanks and suction apparatus

REQUIREMENTS

2-3 years full-time experience in a dedicated echocardiography laboratory preferred

Vascular experience preferred

RDCS/RCS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer; ARMDS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer; CCI – Required

Certification as an RVT through the ARDMS, RVS through the CCI – Preferred

Meditech Expanse experience preferred

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

ARDMS

BLS (AHA)

RDCS

Title: RN – CVU

Description:

The Cardiovascular Registered Nurse uses clinical judgment skills to diagnose and treat patient responses to actual or potential health conditions. The RN is a critical member of the Cardiovascular Unit (CVU) which cares for over 4000 cardiology patients annually; procedures including PTCA, stents, TAVR, MitraClip and bi-ventricular pacemakers. Approximately 300 open heart surgery patients (18-24 hours post-op) are discharged from this unit. The CVU also specializes in the care of patients with congestive heart failure and electrophysiology studies. Our NISUS research department manages many national clinical trials using CVU.

The CVU has been awarded a Silver level Beacon Award in 2014 and was redesigned in 2017 by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN). This accomplishment represents one of many significant milestones on CVU’s journey to optimal outcomes and exceptional patient care that could not be achieved without our exceptional RNs.

REQUIREMENTS

1+ year of experience – Required

Travel – Required

EKG comfortability – Required

Must be willing to float to similar units – Required

Health system-wide profile standards

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

ACLS

BLS

Title: Tech – Radiologic Technologist – X-Ray

Description:

ROLE: Provide mobile X‐Ray and EKG (if applicable) service to nursing homes, health care facilities, and

other miscellaneous facilities.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform and process X‐Rays using portable digital (DR) or computed (CR) radiography equipment and submit/transmit them to a Radiologist for interpretation.

Unload portable X‐Ray equipment and take into facilities to perform exams ordered by the physician. Must obtain clinically diagnostic, technically competent x‐ray images.

Perform EKGs (as needed) and transmit them to a Cardiologist for interpretation. (if required)

Scan exam related paperwork/billing documents on a daily basis per protocol.

Regularly communicate with dispatch and management.

Communicate efficiently and interact professionally with peers, supervisory staff, and clients.

Maintain vehicle and x‐ray equipment.

Perform and process X‐Rays using portable digital (DR) or computed (CR) radiography equipment

and submit/transmit them to a Radiologist for interpretation.

Unload portable X‐Ray equipment and take into facilities to perform exams ordered by the physician. Must obtain clinically diagnostic, technically competent x‐ray images.

Perform EKGs (as needed) and transmit them to a Cardiologist for interpretation. (if required)

Scan exam related paperwork/billing documents on a daily basis per protocol.

Regularly communicate with dispatch and management.

Communicate efficiently and interact professionally with peers, supervisory staff, and clients.

Maintain vehicle and x‐ray equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Radiologic Technologists may push/pull anywhere from 50 – 100 lbs. With the use of vehicle ramps and pulleys, this weight decreases. When the tech is pushing/pulling the equipment in a facility or home; however, the weight can increase. 50 lbs of force (or more) can occur 16 to 24 times a day.

REQUIREMENTS

Please disclose if your candidate has any non competes.

Maintain required State licenses and/or ARRT Certification, health requirements, and operational requirements.

Valid driver’s license in the applicable state and in good current standing at all times.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

ARRT

Title: RN – Case Manager (Days)

Description:

The individual in this position is responsible to facilitate care along a continuum through effective resource coordination to help patients achieve optimal health, access to care and appropriate utilization of resources, balanced with the patient’s resources and right to self-determination. The individual in this position has overall responsibility for ensuring that care is provided at the appropriate level of care based on medical necessity and to assess the patient for transition needs to promote timely throughput, safe discharge and prevent avoidable readmissions. This position integrates national standards for case management scope of services including:

Utilization Management supporting medical necessity and denial prevention

Transition Management promoting appropriate length of stay, readmission prevention and patient satisfaction

Care Coordination by demonstrating efficient throughput while assuring care is sequenced and at appropriate level of care

Compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements, TJC accreditation standards and Tenet policy

Education provided to physicians, patients, families and caregivers

Precepts new staff members and acts as resource to all staff.

Participates in department Quality improvement initiatives, one committee participation and/or major Projects as assigned

The individual’s responsibilities include the following activities: a) accurate medical necessity screening and submission for UR committee review, b) care coordination, c) transition planning assessment and reassessment, d) implementation or oversight of implementation of the transition plan, e) leading and facilitating multi-disciplinary patient care conferences, f) managing concurrent disputes, g) making appropriate referrals to other departments, h) communicating with patients and families about the plan of care, i) collaborating with physicians, office staff and ancillary departments, , j) assuring patient education is completed to support post-acute needs , k) timely complete and concise documentation in the Case Management documentation system, l ) maintenance of accurate patient demographic and insurance information, m) identification and documentation of potentially avoidable days, n) identification and reporting over and underutilization, o) and other duties as assigned.

This individual will work in collaboration with a discharge planner.

REQUIREMENTS

Active RN license with at least two years acute hospital patient care experience – REQUIRED

BSN, Accredited Case Manager (ACM) or CCM – preferred

Acute hospital case management experience – preferred

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

BLS (AHA)

Title: RN – Med Surg / Step Down / Float (Nights)

Description:

Establishes a therapeutic relationship and creates a detailed plan of care with the patient and family, mutually determining the aspects of care which are most important.

Evaluates the effectiveness of plans and interventions to promote optimum achievement of established goals. Initiates and maintains open communication with other members of the team to assure that the patient and family receive the full scope of interdisciplinary expertise and services with a coordinated and integrated plan of care.

Communicates with patients, families, subordinate staff and peers to ensure that plans and associated interventions are understood, operationalized and revised, as appropriate.

REQUIREMENTS

2+ Years of Experience – Required

Travel – Required

Okay with Floating – Required

A skills checklist completed within one year of application for RN specialties is required. All other professions outside of Nursing are not required but preferred.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

BLS (AHA)

Title: LNA – Long Term Care (Days)

Description:

ALL DAY, EVERY DAY, WE MAKE LIFE BETTER

Delivers basic nursing and restorative care within the facilities policies and procedures, under the supervision of LPNs and RNs.

Attend report prior to starting resident care and keep licensed personnel informed of significant observations in resident care and environmental conditions, supply and equipment needs, and performance problems.

Assist residents with all aspects of personal hygiene including bathing, grooming, and dressing; administer specified skin care treatments according to facility protocol and the Resident Care Plan.

Provide assistance to residents for ambulation and movement including range of motion, turning, positioning, supporting or transferring; and assist residents with nutrition and bodily waste including feeding, hydration, toileting, bowel/bladder training, input and output and caloric counts.

Secure a safe environment for staff and residents by reacting to emergency situations per facility policy such as fire drills, redirecting wandering/confused residents, and resident falls; and ensure resident safety at all times and protect the rights of all residents at all times.

Obtain adequate knowledge of Resident Care Plans in order to provide basic nursing care; comply with established nursing standards and policies and procedures of the nursing department and the facility; and maintain resident confidentiality and privacy.

Identify and utilize infection control technique at all times; respect the spiritual belief system of residents; encourage residents to participate in their care appropriate to the residents optimal level of physical and mental functioning.

REQUIREMENTS

1+ year current exprience

Must be willing to float

Previous travel experience – Highly Preferred

Rural/small facility experience – Highly Preferred

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

BLS (AHA)

Title: PT – Long Term Care (LTC) (Days)

Description:

The physical therapist will accurately assess, differentially diagnosis, and identify deficits in a patient’s ability to move and perform functional activities in their daily lives. They develop an individualized treatment plan with patient-centered goals to reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability and work with the individual to prevent the loss of mobility.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Performs patient evaluations through the process of obtaining history, performing relevant systems review, and selecting and administering specific tests and measures to obtain data.

Establishes an individualized plan of care and selects treatment techniques that addresses the specific impairments identified in the evaluation and in accordance with physician orders.

Conducts ongoing reassessment of the patient and their response to treatment.

Initiates and manages the discharge plan beginning at the first visit and continuing throughout treatment.

Supervises and delegates to ancillary staff and students consistent with state laws and department policy.

Completes legible, accurate and clear documentation within the established timeframe identified in the department policy and procedure and in accordance with accreditation requirements and insurance regulations.

Communicates with the patient, family, caregivers, significant others, and members of the health care team to promote maximum benefit of care utilizing AIDET.

Assesses educational needs of the patient, family, caregiver, or significant other and provides education to meet those needs.

Participates in professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, including in-service meetings, workshops, and by reading current literature concerning scope of practice.

Actively participates in quality improvement activities.

Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Complies with appropriate and approved safety standards.

Functions within scope of practice as defined by the state’s practice act.

Performs other related duties as required and directed.

REQUIREMENTS

2 years PT experience – Required

TX or compact license – Required

Title: SLP – Long Term Care (LTC) (Days)

Description:

Speech therapists develop treatment plans to improve swallowing, cognitive and communication abilities, and to decrease aspirations. Communication treatment plans may include techniques that not only help the individual to be better understood, but also to help them better understand others.

Leads, guides and directs the delivery of speech language pathology and audiology services in the facility in accordance with local, state and federal regulations, standards and established facility policies and procedures to provide appropriate care and services to residents.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

2 years SLP experience – Required

TX License or compact – Required

Title: LVN/LPN – Behavioral Health (Nights)

Description:

THIS IS AN ADOLESCENT UNIT!! MUST BE COMFORTABLE AND EXPERIENCED!

Works with the multidisciplinary team to identify individual and group needs and interventions. Utilizes the nursing process to meet the needs of patients requiring complex nursing care. Provides clinical supervision of MHW’s to ensure safe and therapeutic delivery of care. The Co-Occurring Disorders Inpatient Treatment Program offers 24-hour care in a safe and nurturing environment that’s designed to promote healing and ongoing recovery. Our treatment approach focuses on helping patients develop and maintain their sobriety while also managing co-occurring psychiatric issues (such as Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, etc.). The Co-Occurring Disorders treatment team specializes in providing high-quality intervention, medically assisted drug and alcohol withdrawal, stabilization, and the education needed to ensure a strong and successful recovery.

REQUIREMENTS

5 years of experience required but will consider first time travelers – REQUIRED

Must have child/adolescent psych experience (listed in resume)- REQUIRED

Must be willing to float to other units and take charge RN shifts – REQUIRED

COVID vaccination and booster – REQUIRED

PROFILE REQUIREMENTS

Resume with psych experience and age groups listed Ex. Psych RN- Facility- (AGE GROUP/POPULATION)- DATES

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

BLS (AHA)

Title: RN – ICU (Nights)

Description:

The Registered Nurse delivers quality nursing care through the utilization of the nursing process. Works collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to maintain standards for professional nursing practice. Carries out functions according to hospital policy, the hospital mission, and standards of practice defined by professional and regulatory guidelines. Directs, coordinates and delegates activities in order to foster patient / family centered care.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Assesses the physical, psychosocial, and educational needs of the patient.

Plans and implements nursing care according to patient and family needs.

Makes appropriate interventions based upon individual patient needs.

Evaluates patient responses to nursing interventions.

Assumes personal responsibility for quality patient care, patient satisfaction, environment and professional development.

REQUIREMENTS

3+ Year of Experience – Required

Completion of 1+Travel Assignment – Required

Primarily ICU but can float to CVICU-Preferred

ACLS – Copy Required in submission

Health system-wide profile standards

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

ACLS (AHA)

BLS

NIHSS

Dress Code: Navy Blue

EMR: Cerner

Ratio: ICU is 1:1 or 1:2 based on acuity / Step Down 1:3

Shift Notes: 1 part time days with a 12 hour guarantee (Expected to be scheduled 1-2 shifts per week.)

Title: Occupational Therapist – Inpatient (Days)

Description:

Occupational therapists plan and execute rehabilitation programs to help patients improve, regain, and develop the skills needed for day to day life and work. Occupational therapists utilize a variety of skills including, but not limited to therapeutic activities, neuromuscular re-education, fabricating/issuing splints, adaptive equipment recommendations, therapeutic exercise, manual techniques and physical modalities. They develop custom programs aimed at improving activities of daily living. Our therapists demonstrate effective communication and strong interpersonal skills to motivate patients and provide compassionate care.

Responsibilities of the Occupational Therapist

Perform initial and ongoing occupational therapy evaluations according to AOTA standards of practice as well as state standards.

Develop Plan of Care for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations including short and long term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and required patient and caregiver involvement.

Implement Plan of Care on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress.

Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.

Maintain patient records ensuring that Certifications and Authorizations are in compliance with third party payer requirements.

Evaluate range of motion, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable.

Assess home and work environments of clients and identifying potential improvements based on their needs.

Recommend and educate patients on how to use adaptive equipment to help clients with daily activities.

Strong experience administering a wide range of occupational therapy techniques

Developing rehabilitation programs to help clients regain lost skills.

Supervise occupational therapy assistants as indicated in a professional and consistent manner.

Maintain open lines of effective communication between therapy staff, department staff and referral sources involved in the care of the patient.

Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Care with appropriate home exercise program, discharge instructions.

Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, etc.

Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for rehabilitation and occupational therapy.

REQUIREMENTS

1+ Years of Experience – Required

IL License – Required

Inpatient rotation with general medical and surgical patients

Title: RN – OR – Circulate (Nights)

Description:

Delivers quality nursing care through the utilization of the nursing process.

Works collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to maintain standards for professional nursing practice.

Carries out functions according to medical center policy, mission, and standards of practice as defined by professional and regulatory guidelines.

REQUIREMENTS

2+ years of OR experience – Required

Must be able to Circulate – Required

Must be experienced with Ortho, General, GYN, Urology, and Neuro – Required

Trauma Level II experience – Highly preferred

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

BLS (AHA)

STATE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Michigan

ADDITIONAL LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

License must be active at time of submission!

Cases: All areas of surgical specialties are represented, except open-heart surgery.

EMR: Paragon

Dress code: Hospital provided scrubs

Shift Notes: 3 12 hour shifts Friday, Saturday, and Sunday