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The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees. The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 million people and is hiring nationwide. There is NO experience required, paid training is provided for all job openings. There are MANY different positions available. The job openings range in starting salary from $24.63 to $9.27/hour, 72,400/year average pay with full benefits. Benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance and a retirement plan. Postal Service employment also includes career advancement, good working conditions and GREAT job security. 

The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service’s operations. The Postal Service is currently hiring and there are MANY different positions available. The Postal Service has excellent and challenging employment opportunities. Postal Service employment includes great pay, good working conditions, career advancement, and job security that can lead to a lifetime career. To qualify for employment, you must be 18 years of age or older and a U.S. citizen.

The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 Million people. There are many employment opportunities with the Postal Service from entry level to management. Certain career fields exist in most or all of its departments. These fields are usually administrative, general office and clerical in nature, such as accountant, administrative assistant, auditor, bookkeeper, clerk, office assistant, secretary, staff assistant, typist, etc. To allow a better understanding of the Postal Service Clerk position, the following is a brief description. 

• Clerk - Clerks sell stamps, take incoming mail, sort and distribute the mail in addition to other clerical functions. This position also assists the public with general mailing needs, such as completing a change of address, mail holds, giving out post office box keys, etc.

The Postal Service was created over 200 years ago and is the largest agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 Million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service’s operations. The Postal Service operates over 30,000 post office location. Over 600 million pieces of mail are delivered by the Post Office to as many as 142 million different delivery points. This totals over 170 billion pieces of mail being delivered annually. The Postal Service operates over 200,000 vehicles and has the largest vehicle fleet in the world. Most of the fleet is right hand drive for easier mail delivery. Labor Services is a private employment service that offers assistance in gaining employment and is not affiliated with the USPS. The Postal Service employs nearly 1 million people and is currently hiring nationwide and there are many positions available. There is no experience required. Postal Service employment includes great pay and benefits, good working conditions, career advancement, and great job security that can lead to a lifetime career. The Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer.

The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees. The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 million people and is hiring nationwide. There is NO experience required, paid training is provided for all job openings. There are MANY different positions available. The job openings range in starting salary from $24.63 to $9.27/hour, 72,400/year average pay with full benefits. Benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance and a retirement plan. Postal Service employment also includes career advancement, good working conditions and GREAT job security. 

The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service’s operations. The Postal Service is currently hiring and there are MANY different positions available. The Postal Service has excellent and challenging employment opportunities. Postal Service employment includes great pay, good working conditions, career advancement, and job security that can lead to a lifetime career. To qualify for employment, you must be 18 years of age or older and a U.S. citizen.

The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 Million people. There are many employment opportunities with the Postal Service from entry level to management. Certain career fields exist in most or all of its departments. These fields are usually administrative, general office and clerical in nature, such as accountant, administrative assistant, auditor, bookkeeper, clerk, office assistant, secretary, staff assistant, typist, etc. To allow a better understanding of the Postal Service Clerk position, the following is a brief description. 

• Clerk - Clerks sell stamps, take incoming mail, sort and distribute the mail in addition to other clerical functions. This position also assists the public with general mailing needs, such as completing a change of address, mail holds, giving out post office box keys, etc.

The Postal Service was created over 200 years ago and is the largest agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 Million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service’s operations. The Postal Service operates over 30,000 post office location. Over 600 million pieces of mail are delivered by the Post Office to as many as 142 million different delivery points. This totals over 170 billion pieces of mail being delivered annually. The Postal Service operates over 200,000 vehicles and has the largest vehicle fleet in the world. Most of the fleet is right hand drive for easier mail delivery. Labor Services is a private employment service that offers assistance in gaining employment and is not affiliated with the USPS. The Postal Service employs nearly 1 million people and is currently hiring nationwide and there are many positions available. There is no experience required. Postal Service employment includes great pay and benefits, good working conditions, career advancement, and great job security that can lead to a lifetime career. The Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer.

The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees. The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 million people and is hiring nationwide. There is NO experience required, paid training is provided for all job openings. There are MANY different positions available. The job openings range in starting salary from $24.63 to $9.27/hour, 72,400/year average pay with full benefits. Benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance and a retirement plan. Postal Service employment also includes career advancement, good working conditions and GREAT job security. 

The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service’s operations. The Postal Service is currently hiring and there are MANY different positions available. The Postal Service has excellent and challenging employment opportunities. Postal Service employment includes great pay, good working conditions, career advancement, and job security that can lead to a lifetime career. To qualify for employment, you must be 18 years of age or older and a U.S. citizen.

The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 Million people. There are many employment opportunities with the Postal Service from entry level to management. Certain career fields exist in most or all of its departments. These fields are usually administrative, general office and clerical in nature, such as accountant, administrative assistant, auditor, bookkeeper, clerk, office assistant, secretary, staff assistant, typist, etc. To allow a better understanding of the Postal Service Clerk position, the following is a brief description. 

• Clerk - Clerks sell stamps, take incoming mail, sort and distribute the mail in addition to other clerical functions. This position also assists the public with general mailing needs, such as completing a change of address, mail holds, giving out post office box keys, etc.

The Postal Service was created over 200 years ago and is the largest agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 Million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service’s operations. The Postal Service operates over 30,000 post office location. Over 600 million pieces of mail are delivered by the Post Office to as many as 142 million different delivery points. This totals over 170 billion pieces of mail being delivered annually. The Postal Service operates over 200,000 vehicles and has the largest vehicle fleet in the world. Most of the fleet is right hand drive for easier mail delivery. Labor Services is a private employment service that offers assistance in gaining employment and is not affiliated with the USPS. The Postal Service employs nearly 1 million people and is currently hiring nationwide and there are many positions available. There is no experience required. Postal Service employment includes great pay and benefits, good working conditions, career advancement, and great job security that can lead to a lifetime career. The Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer.

The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees. The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 million people and is hiring nationwide. There is NO experience required, paid training is provided for all job openings. There are MANY different positions available. The job openings range in starting salary from $24.63 to $9.27/hour, 72,400/year average pay with full benefits. Benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance and a retirement plan. Postal Service employment also includes career advancement, good working conditions and GREAT job security. 

The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service’s operations. The Postal Service is currently hiring and there are MANY different positions available. The Postal Service has excellent and challenging employment opportunities. Postal Service employment includes great pay, good working conditions, career advancement, and job security that can lead to a lifetime career. To qualify for employment, you must be 18 years of age or older and a U.S. citizen.

The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 Million people. There are many employment opportunities with the Postal Service from entry level to management. Certain career fields exist in most or all of its departments. These fields are usually administrative, general office and clerical in nature, such as accountant, administrative assistant, auditor, bookkeeper, clerk, office assistant, secretary, staff assistant, typist, etc. To allow a better understanding of the Postal Service Clerk position, the following is a brief description. 

• Clerk - Clerks sell stamps, take incoming mail, sort and distribute the mail in addition to other clerical functions. This position also assists the public with general mailing needs, such as completing a change of address, mail holds, giving out post office box keys, etc.

The Postal Service was created over 200 years ago and is the largest agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 Million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service’s operations. The Postal Service operates over 30,000 post office location. Over 600 million pieces of mail are delivered by the Post Office to as many as 142 million different delivery points. This totals over 170 billion pieces of mail being delivered annually. The Postal Service operates over 200,000 vehicles and has the largest vehicle fleet in the world. Most of the fleet is right hand drive for easier mail delivery. Labor Services is a private employment service that offers assistance in gaining employment and is not affiliated with the USPS. The Postal Service employs nearly 1 million people and is currently hiring nationwide and there are many positions available. There is no experience required. Postal Service employment includes great pay and benefits, good working conditions, career advancement, and great job security that can lead to a lifetime career. The Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer.

The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees. The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 million people and is hiring nationwide. There is NO experience required, paid training is provided for all job openings. There are MANY different positions available. The job openings range in starting salary from $24.63 to $9.27/hour, 72,400/year average pay with full benefits. Benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance and a retirement plan. Postal Service employment also includes career advancement, good working conditions and GREAT job security. 

The Postal Service is the largest government related agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service’s operations. The Postal Service is currently hiring and there are MANY different positions available. The Postal Service has excellent and challenging employment opportunities. Postal Service employment includes great pay, good working conditions, career advancement, and job security that can lead to a lifetime career. To qualify for employment, you must be 18 years of age or older and a U.S. citizen.

The Postal Service currently employs nearly 1 Million people. There are many employment opportunities with the Postal Service from entry level to management. Certain career fields exist in most or all of its departments. These fields are usually administrative, general office and clerical in nature, such as accountant, administrative assistant, auditor, bookkeeper, clerk, office assistant, secretary, staff assistant, typist, etc. To allow a better understanding of the Postal Service Clerk position, the following is a brief description. 

• Clerk - Clerks sell stamps, take incoming mail, sort and distribute the mail in addition to other clerical functions. This position also assists the public with general mailing needs, such as completing a change of address, mail holds, giving out post office box keys, etc.

The Postal Service was created over 200 years ago and is the largest agency in terms of employees, currently employing nearly 1 Million people. There are retail locations, mail distribution centers and Postal hubs within the Postal Service’s operations. The Postal Service operates over 30,000 post office location. Over 600 million pieces of mail are delivered by the Post Office to as many as 142 million different delivery points. This totals over 170 billion pieces of mail being delivered annually. The Postal Service operates over 200,000 vehicles and has the largest vehicle fleet in the world. Most of the fleet is right hand drive for easier mail delivery. Labor Services is a private employment service that offers assistance in gaining employment and is not affiliated with the USPS. The Postal Service employs nearly 1 million people and is currently hiring nationwide and there are many positions available. There is no experience required. Postal Service employment includes great pay and benefits, good working conditions, career advancement, and great job security that can lead to a lifetime career. The Postal Service is an equal opportunity employer.

South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital is dedicated in exceeding expectations through building relationships with patients, physicians, staff and community. Come join an amazing team of leaders who will challenge and inspire you. Our mission is to make our patients feel like family by going over and beyond and providing exceptional care. We encourage our hospital to empower others, build one another up and continue to grow! We are currently seeking like-minded employees to provide exceptional and quality care to our patients. We want you to help be the face of our hospital as we are proud to provide extraordinary quality care.

Knowledge, Ski lls & Abilities:

Under the supervision of the ER/Inpatient Manager, the ER/Inpatient Registered Nurse is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care in the Medical-Surgical setting. Evaluates, plans, implements, and documents nursing care for an assigned patient population. Assists physician during examinations and procedures. Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse. Promotes patient's' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patient and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills. Communicates with physicians, managers, supervisor and co-workers, as appropriate, about changes in the patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.

Emergency Room duties, when in a Charge role, consist of directing nursing service activities in the Emergency Room setting. In addition, provides professional nursing care of assigned patients in the emergency room setting. Triages each patient and determines priority of care based on physical, psychological and social needs as well as factors influencing patient flow through the emergency care system. Performs focused assessment of chief complaint on each patient in a timely manner according to established triage guidelines. Communicates with physicians, managers, supervisor and co-workers, as appropriate about changes in the patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.

Administrative responsibilities include cost awareness, and adherence to staffing schedule. Supervises other Registered Nurses as requested; and directs ancillary staff in the Emergency Room and Medical Surgical area. In conjunction with nursing leadership, the ER/Inpatient Registered Nurse may assist with development and implementation of policies and procedures, which assure that cost effective, safe and high quality of care, is implemented.

Projects a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of patients, coworkers, and facility information and adhering to the HIPAA policy. Reports, in good faith, any known or suspected activity that appears to violate laws, rules, regulations or the SP Code of Conduct. Fulfills annual Cornerstone continuing education requirements.

Patient Population:

The patient population served by South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital is a minimum of 12 years and/or of adult stature to geriatric patients requiring or seeking pain and/or surgical intervention.

Physical Requirements:

May be expected to lift up to 50 pounds or up to 150 pounds with assistance. May be expected to push or pull 150-300 pounds with assistance. Work is of medium demand; walking or standing most of the time while on duty. Visual and auditory acuity and manual dexterity essential to performing designated duties required. Optimal auditory acuity required. Manual dexterity involving the handling of equipment and instruments or armamentarium is essential to performing assigned duties. Physical conditions are clean, neat and well lit. May be subjected to unpleasant sights and odors, stressful situations and hazardous or infectious agents where judgment as to precautions needed to be taken is essential. Climate control and ambient temperature variances may be experienced and required by patient care and needs of the surgical team.

 OSHA Exposure Classification: J ob Category I. Direct contact with blood or other body fluids to which standard precautions apply. Personal protective equipment is made available and must be worn.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing with current and valid licensure with Texas State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
• Orthopedic Experience Preferred
• BLS required, ability to achieve ACLS certification within 30 days of hire and PALS certification within 60 days of hire.
• 2 years of nursing experience required in the Medical/Surgical area.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.      
• Knowledge of state, federal and accrediting body regulations and standards related to healthcare.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, with additional languages preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for his/her own professional advancement and that of others.
• Must be computer literate with basic fundamental computer skills that are required to perform essential job related duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

PEOPLE

1. Adheres to staffing schedules, attendance policy, and cooperates with daily assignments as requested.
2. Demonstrates skills as a team player. As a Registered Nurse, shows appropriate delegation, while directing and supervising ancillary personnel in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating patient care in the ER/Medical/Surgical clinical areas according to accepted standards. May be requested to perform charge duties.
3. Provides direct patient care in the assigned clinical areas and demonstrates clinical competence.
4. Participates in orientation of new staff, ensures facility morale exemplifies the mission and values of the facility.
5. Demonstrates ability to solve problems timely and constructively; maintains focus on improving the situation.
6. Willingness to teach others and participate in competency programs.
7. Completes Cornerstone modules in a timely manner annually.
8. Participates in all staff meetings for department and facility for informative and educational purposes.

SERVICE

1. Demonstrates highly effective communication skills with staff, management, physicians, patients, and family members.
2. Establishes and maintains exceptional service to all customers including physicians, patients and employees with the goal of delighting all customers.
3. Participates in service recovery by taking ownership of the situation and correcting problems. Keeps customers informed of progress related to clinical operations and provides comfort, information and assistance during the process.
4. Models appropriate interaction with physicians, patients and staff to ensure high level of service in all areas of responsibility.
5. Reviews daily schedule and prepares patient care areas based upon types of procedures and specific patient care needs.
6. Communicates changes in status as necessary to physicians, family members, and other staff.

QUALITY

1. Completes physical and psycho/social assessment.
2. Complete and document physician orders, obtain necessary diagnostic test results and notifies appropriate physicians and staff regarding variances and/or concerns.
3. Completes and documents discharge phone calls and reports problems and/or concerns.
4. Completes the Nursing Notes and assures all patients have met the discharge criteria prior to discharge; and provides all patients specific discharge instructions.
5. Assures the delivery of quality clinical care through participation in SP benchmarking programs.
6. Assures facility clinical policies and procedures are followed.
7. Maintains a safe clinical environment, adheres to all patient care safety requirements.
8. Reviews and participates in performance improvement initiatives.
9. Medical record documentation is accurate, legible, and in accordance with federal and accrediting standards.
10. Participates in quality improvement activities.

FINANCE

1. Conserves resources and minimizes cost when possible.
2. Participates and assists with implementation of cost saving initiatives for the department.
3. Communicates ideas for cost containment and reducing expense.
4. Appropriate staffing levels and overtime is below established benchmarks.
5. Medical record documentation should be completed accurately for all cases.

GROWTH

1. Through competency and customer service, employee will contribute to the growth of the facility.
2. Employee communicates service line development ideas with facility leadership.
3. Employee engages in customer service conversations with physicians as adjunct to facility marketing initiatives.

This position offers premium pay, shift differentials (if applicable), a full suite of medical benefits, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and an opportunity to grow with an outstanding organization

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. This position offers premium pay, shift differentials (if applicable), a full suite of medical benefits, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and an opportunity to grow with an outstanding organization.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

• Associates or better in Nursing

• Registered Nurse

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital is dedicated in exceeding expectations through building relationships with patients, physicians, staff and community. Come join an amazing team of leaders who will challenge and inspire you. Our mission is to make our patients feel like family by going over and beyond and providing exceptional care. We encourage our hospital to empower others, build one another up and continue to grow! We are currently seeking like-minded employees to provide exceptional and quality care to our patients. We want you to help be the face of our hospital as we are proud to provide extraordinary quality care.

Knowledge, Ski lls & Abilities:

Under the supervision of the ER/Inpatient Manager, the ER/Inpatient Registered Nurse is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care in the Medical-Surgical setting. Evaluates, plans, implements, and documents nursing care for an assigned patient population. Assists physician during examinations and procedures. Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse. Promotes patient's' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patient and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills. Communicates with physicians, managers, supervisor and co-workers, as appropriate, about changes in the patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.

Emergency Room duties, when in a Charge role, consist of directing nursing service activities in the Emergency Room setting. In addition, provides professional nursing care of assigned patients in the emergency room setting. Triages each patient and determines priority of care based on physical, psychological and social needs as well as factors influencing patient flow through the emergency care system. Performs focused assessment of chief complaint on each patient in a timely manner according to established triage guidelines. Communicates with physicians, managers, supervisor and co-workers, as appropriate about changes in the patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.

Administrative responsibilities include cost awareness, and adherence to staffing schedule. Supervises other Registered Nurses as requested; and directs ancillary staff in the Emergency Room and Medical Surgical area. In conjunction with nursing leadership, the ER/Inpatient Registered Nurse may assist with development and implementation of policies and procedures, which assure that cost effective, safe and high quality of care, is implemented.

Projects a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of patients, coworkers, and facility information and adhering to the HIPAA policy. Reports, in good faith, any known or suspected activity that appears to violate laws, rules, regulations or the SP Code of Conduct. Fulfills annual Cornerstone continuing education requirements.

Patient Population:

The patient population served by South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital is a minimum of 12 years and/or of adult stature to geriatric patients requiring or seeking pain and/or surgical intervention.

Physical Requirements:

May be expected to lift up to 50 pounds or up to 150 pounds with assistance. May be expected to push or pull 150-300 pounds with assistance. Work is of medium demand; walking or standing most of the time while on duty. Visual and auditory acuity and manual dexterity essential to performing designated duties required. Optimal auditory acuity required. Manual dexterity involving the handling of equipment and instruments or armamentarium is essential to performing assigned duties. Physical conditions are clean, neat and well lit. May be subjected to unpleasant sights and odors, stressful situations and hazardous or infectious agents where judgment as to precautions needed to be taken is essential. Climate control and ambient temperature variances may be experienced and required by patient care and needs of the surgical team.

 OSHA Exposure Classification: J ob Category I. Direct contact with blood or other body fluids to which standard precautions apply. Personal protective equipment is made available and must be worn.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing with current and valid licensure with Texas State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse.
• Orthopedic Experience Preferred
• BLS required, ability to achieve ACLS certification within 30 days of hire and PALS certification within 60 days of hire.
• 2 years of nursing experience required in the Medical/Surgical area.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.      
• Knowledge of state, federal and accrediting body regulations and standards related to healthcare.
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, with additional languages preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to comprehend written and oral instructions.
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for his/her own professional advancement and that of others.
• Must be computer literate with basic fundamental computer skills that are required to perform essential job related duties.

Duties and Responsibilities:

PEOPLE

1. Adheres to staffing schedules, attendance policy, and cooperates with daily assignments as requested.
2. Demonstrates skills as a team player. As a Registered Nurse, shows appropriate delegation, while directing and supervising ancillary personnel in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating patient care in the ER/Medical/Surgical clinical areas according to accepted standards. May be requested to perform charge duties.
3. Provides direct patient care in the assigned clinical areas and demonstrates clinical competence.
4. Participates in orientation of new staff, ensures facility morale exemplifies the mission and values of the facility.
5. Demonstrates ability to solve problems timely and constructively; maintains focus on improving the situation.
6. Willingness to teach others and participate in competency programs.
7. Completes Cornerstone modules in a timely manner annually.
8. Participates in all staff meetings for department and facility for informative and educational purposes.

SERVICE

1. Demonstrates highly effective communication skills with staff, management, physicians, patients, and family members.
2. Establishes and maintains exceptional service to all customers including physicians, patients and employees with the goal of delighting all customers.
3. Participates in service recovery by taking ownership of the situation and correcting problems. Keeps customers informed of progress related to clinical operations and provides comfort, information and assistance during the process.
4. Models appropriate interaction with physicians, patients and staff to ensure high level of service in all areas of responsibility.
5. Reviews daily schedule and prepares patient care areas based upon types of procedures and specific patient care needs.
6. Communicates changes in status as necessary to physicians, family members, and other staff.

QUALITY

1. Completes physical and psycho/social assessment.
2. Complete and document physician orders, obtain necessary diagnostic test results and notifies appropriate physicians and staff regarding variances and/or concerns.
3. Completes and documents discharge phone calls and reports problems and/or concerns.
4. Completes the Nursing Notes and assures all patients have met the discharge criteria prior to discharge; and provides all patients specific discharge instructions.
5. Assures the delivery of quality clinical care through participation in SP benchmarking programs.
6. Assures facility clinical policies and procedures are followed.
7. Maintains a safe clinical environment, adheres to all patient care safety requirements.
8. Reviews and participates in performance improvement initiatives.
9. Medical record documentation is accurate, legible, and in accordance with federal and accrediting standards.
10. Participates in quality improvement activities.

FINANCE

1. Conserves resources and minimizes cost when possible.
2. Participates and assists with implementation of cost saving initiatives for the department.
3. Communicates ideas for cost containment and reducing expense.
4. Appropriate staffing levels and overtime is below established benchmarks.
5. Medical record documentation should be completed accurately for all cases.

GROWTH

1. Through competency and customer service, employee will contribute to the growth of the facility.
2. Employee communicates service line development ideas with facility leadership.
3. Employee engages in customer service conversations with physicians as adjunct to facility marketing initiatives.

This position offers premium pay, shift differentials (if applicable), a full suite of medical benefits, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and an opportunity to grow with an outstanding organization

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. This position offers premium pay, shift differentials (if applicable), a full suite of medical benefits, 401K, tuition reimbursement, and an opportunity to grow with an outstanding organization.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

• Associates or better in Nursing

• Registered Nurse

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN/LPN to join our team in San Antonio, TX. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Under the direction of providers (defined as an MD, DO, DPM, NP or PA) or RNs, the LVN/LPN provides clinical support functions and professional nursing care to patients using established standards of clinical nursing care and procedures approved by WellMed and applicable state board of nursing . Is an active member of the health care team to assess patients’ needs, provide input into the plan of care and implement prescribed interventions.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs all nursing duties within the scope of a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (procedures, injections, medication administration, EKGs, phlebotomy) as determined by the applicable State Board of Nursing
• Participates in implementing established education plans for patients and their families with common health problems and well defined health learning needs
• Coordinates patient care as directed by providers, RNs, and policies, including referrals, transition visits, medications, procedures and follow up
• Documents chief complaint and rooms patients according to policy and procedures, prepares patient for examination
• Telephonically obtains information on chief complaint and symptoms and accurately relays information to provider
• Collects data and performs “focused” nursing assessment of patients; assists in the evaluation of a patient’s response to treatment and identifies patient’s needs; communicates findings to the provider
• Records patient assessment and care in the medical record in an accurate and timely manner
• Reviews the patient record, chart, reports (including laboratory and x-ray), and other pertinent information for patients prior to being seen by the provider and reports relevant information to the provider and/or RN
• Provides a safe environment (OSHA standards) for patients and staff in the clinic
• Ensures patient confidentiality (HIPAA) at all times and treats patients with courtesy and respect
• Organizes exam and treatment rooms, stocks and cleans rooms and sterilizes instruments
• Practices standard infection control precautions
• Ensures medication management follows policies and procedures; appropriately documents medications & immunizations in patient records
• Follows laboratory management polices & procedures and CLIA standards; collects lab samples and ensures proper labeling
• Fulfills medication refill requests following approved protocols
• If certified in IV therapy; starts peripheral lines, monitors and adjusts flow rates, prime IV lines, changes dressing on IV sites (if needed) and discontinues venous lines
• Performs all other related duties as assigned
  

In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over 16,000 doctors’ offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We’re innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000+ primary care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000+ older adults. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Current and unrestricted State Vocational/Practical Nursing license
• Current BLS certification
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office procedures
• Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records
• Proven effective listening and communication skills; proper use of grammar and spelling
• Proven good communication and customer service skills
• Demonstrated ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Demonstrated ability to perform medical procedures, give injections and perform phlebotomy
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with providers/staff, patients, and the community
• If required by clinic, IV certification must be obtained
• This position requires Tuberculosis screening as well as proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis through lab confirmation of immunity, documented evidence of vaccination, or a doctor’s diagnosis of disease
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• IV certification
• 2+ years of experience in a medical setting
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
• Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 35 pounds of force
• Ability to use fine motor skills to operate equipment and/or machinery
• Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing
• Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex problem solving
• Occasionally requires exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids
  

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 to $35.72 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

WellMed, part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse to join our team in Texas. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the state Nurse Practice Act and agency's policies
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care
• Participates in the coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (HHA, OT, PT, MSW, ST, and Dietician) to the registered nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor
• Follows all infection control standard precautions and safety guidelines/standards as per agency policy
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development
• Adheres to the Agency's Standard Operating Procedures as it relates to the submission of the documentation
• Performs all other related nursing duties as assigned
• Communication
  
  • Prepares clinical notes and updates the primary physician when necessary
  • Communicates with the physician regarding the patient's needs and reports any changes in the patient's condition; obtains/receives physician's orders as required
  • Coordinates services and schedules with the Clinical Team Manager (CTM) and Clinical Team
  • Coordinator (CTC/Scheduler) to include recommendations for additional home health care services for patients by the end of the worked day
• Additional Duties
  
  • Participates in on-call duties within the on-call rotation schedule, to include weekends as assigned
  • Demonstrates knowledge and observance of Patient Rights and Notice of Privacy Practices
  • Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available
  • Maintains a daily patient case load and point of care documentation levels, as per Agency standards
  • Ability to work flexible schedule to meet patient's needs
  • Demonstrates personal responsibility with regard to attendance and punctuality
  • Maintains privacy and confidentiality with regard to all patient, staff and agency information
  • Demonstrates flexibility, enthusiasm and willingness to cooperate while working with others or in place of others, as necessary
  • Expresses verbal and written communication in a clear, positive and cooperative manner
  • Ability to work flexible schedule to meet patient's needs
  • Promotes the agency image by adhering to the Dress Code

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

In 2011, WellMed partnered with Optum to provide care to patients across Texas and Florida. WellMed is a network of doctors, specialists and other medical professionals that specialize in providing care for more than 1 million older adults with over 16,000 doctors’ offices. At WellMed our focus is simple. We’re innovators in preventative health care, striving to change the face of health care for seniors. WellMed has more than 22,000+ primary care physicians, hospitalists, specialists, and advanced practice clinicians who excel in caring for 900,000+ older adults. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program
• Current unrestricted license in the state of Texas as a practical nurse or licensed vocational nurse
• Current CPR- BLS certification OR ability to obtain prior to start of employment
• 2+ years of clinical experience preferably in a community home health or medical/surgical setting
• Thorough knowledge of current nursing practice, professional standards of care, and state and federal regulations regarding home care
• Proven ability to comply with accepted professional standards and practices
• Proven ability to endure prolonged or considerable walking or standing; lift position or transfer patients i proximate location; lift supplies and equipment; perform reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling or crouching. Visual acuity and hearing, functional or corrected, to perform required nursing skills
• Valid Texas driver's license and maintain personal auto insurance coverage in accordance with organization requirements
• This position requires 6 - 8 week in office training

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with electronic medical record application
• Proven ability to prioritize and communicate objectives clearly
• Proven ability to interact productively with individuals and with multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrated excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving, basic math skills, and nursing skills per competency checklist
• Proven evidence of independent nursing practice in delivering nursing care
• Proven basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Outlook and Other email systems
• Proven excellent organizational and prioritization skills

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (must be able to lift and transfer patients from one location to the other, if necessary)
• Ability to push or pull heavy objects using up to 50 pounds of force
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery
• Ability to properly drive and operate a personal/company vehicle
• Ability to receive and comprehend instructions verbally and/or in writing
• Ability to use logical reasoning for simple and complex situations

Work Environment (patient's home):

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters when performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May work in patient homes under varying conditions with possible exposure to fumes, odors, pets, insects rodents, blood, body fluids and infectious diseases; some exposures to inclement weather; rotating call a emergency call. In rare occasions, the work environment may involve abusive, combative or psychologically disturbed patient/family members. Requires ability to handle stress situations with calmness and courtesy at all times.

The hourly range for this role is $19.86 to $38.85 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far- reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.