Advocate Christ Medical Center, General Adult Anesthesiologist opportunities (Oak Lawn)

60453 Oak Lawn, Illinois Advocate Health

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Join Advocate Health, one of the nations largest and most respected health systems and discover what it means to live well. We're currently seeking general anesthesiologists to join our physician-led medical group at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, IL.

Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, a southwest suburb of Chicago, is a Level I trauma center, providing emergency care for more than 105,000 patient visits annually. Nationally ranked for gynecology, cardiology and heart surgery, Advocate Christ also is a major referral hospital for several specialties, including cancer care, heart and kidney transplantation, neurosciences, orthopedics, and womens health.

Position Highlights

  • Full spectrum practice (arterial lines, central lines, regional anesthesia, neuraxial anesthesia)
  • Diverse Case Variety: Ranges from simple to complex, including general surgery, GI, ENT, and healthy low-acuity patients. Active solid organ transplant program offers exposure to high level care for those interested in participating.
  • Practice at a single center no mandatory cross coverage of other sites
  • Adult Only Practice (13+)
  • Collaborative MD-CRNA Model: Approximately 40% of cases are handled with a 1:3 medical direction ratio, while around 60% are MD-only cases.
  • Anesthesia Tech and Anesthesia Nursing Support
  • Supportive Call Schedule: 6-7 weekday first calls per year, with guaranteed post-call days off for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd calls, flexible OB coverage, with no traditional OB call.
  • Work-Life Balance: Standard rotations through workdays with late starts and guaranteed early end times.
  • Competitive Compensation: $615,000-$15,000
  • Advanced Technology in a Level I Trauma Center: State-of-the-art facilities, including hybrid operating rooms.
  • Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line
  • Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature
  • Experience a diverse and inclusive environment ensuring safe and equitable care for all patients
  • EPIC EMR System: Advocate Health, as the nations largest EPIC user, ensures an optimized EMR system

Training and/or Experience Required

  • Completion of an accredited anesthesiology residency program
  • Board-eligibility or board-certification in Anesthesiology

Benefits and More

  • A competitive compensation model that is sustainable, equitable, transparent, compliant, and rewarding
  • 8 weeks of vacation, dedicated CME time, and guaranteed post-call days
  • Paid occurrence-based medical liability insurance
  • No noncompete for Hospital Based Specialists, including Anesthesiology
  • Eligible for our generous student loan forgiveness program and/or sign-on bonus
  • Health and welfare benefits such as health, dental, vision, life and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match, in addition to a 3% company contribution for a total employer contribution of up to 6% and other financial wellness programs
  • Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as parental leave, adoption assistance and surrogacy assistance
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Relocation assistance up to 12,000

About Oak Lawn, IL

Oak Lawn is a vibrant village with nearly 56,000 residents and over 1,800 diverse businesses, situated just southwest of Chicago. As part of the greater Chicago area, Oak Lawn offers the perfect blend of suburban charm and big-city access. Nestled in the heart of Cook County, Oak Lawn boasts a distinctive hometown feel, with welcoming neighborhoods, thriving business districts, well-maintained recreational spaces, and a rich cultural scene.

The community enjoys access to top-tier resources, including exceptional public and private schools, several higher education options, and compassionate healthcare. Advocate Christ Medical Center and Advocate Childrens Hospital are central to Oak Lawns healthcare excellence, providing quality care to residents and nearby Chicago communities.


About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the United States. Advocate Health has a combined footprint across six states Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, South Carolina and Wisconsin. We are a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. In Illinois and Wisconsin, we serve nearly 3 million patients annually across 29 hospitals and more than 500 sites of care. We are a leading employer in the Midwest, proudly supporting a diverse team of over 77,000. This includes more than 4,200 employed physicians and over 2,500 Advanced Practice Clinicians within our physician-led medical group.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion every single day and in everything we do. By cultivating an atmosphere of acceptance and compassion, we create a welcoming environment where our patients can heal, our teammates can thrive, and our business can grow. As a teammate, working in a diverse setting allows you the chance to grow in ways that will broaden your perspective to deliver the best possible patient care.

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Regional Director of Clinical Services

60077 Skokie, Illinois Covenant Living Communities & Services

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We Are Inspired to Serve. Join Us!

This leadership position is the central office resource for community personnel related to clinical operations in both Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living. In addition, this position will develop, facilitate, implement, and maintain clinical, regulatory, and financial standards in the healthcare setting for the assigned region. In addition, this position will assist in developing tools to measure performance against the standards, assessing and monitoring performance, and intervening with a plan and/or resources to improve performance to meet or exceed established standards. This position fosters a culture of delivering high-quality resident care, operational efficiency, staff development, and regulatory compliance. This position will collaborate and form strong partnerships with the central office team and community leadership in various aspects of healthcare operations.

Major Responsibilities:
  • Implementing and maintaining clinical policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and quality assurance programs.
  • Collaborate with the Associate Vice President of Healthcare Regulation, Compliance, and Quality in the development, review, and implementation of regulatory, compliance, and quality programs.
  • Reviewing and assisting in the development of guidelines to adhere to regulatory directives.
  • Monitoring, auditing, and validating practices, identifying problems, and working with healthcare personnel to develop and implement plans to correct inconsistencies and revise standardized practices.
  • Ensuring that all required documentation, including care/service plans and assessments, are completed in a timely manner, and that assessments/service plans are compliant with federal and state regulations.
  • Providing oversight of resident care and adherence to the facility's customer service philosophy.
Strategic Planning:
  • Developing and implementing clinical programs and initiatives to improve patient care and outcomes.
  • Monitoring staffing levels and PPD performance, as compared to benchmarks within the healthcare setting, with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Monitoring and driving key performance indicators (KPIs): occupancy, staffing, clinical outcomes, financial performance, and resident satisfaction.
Collaboration and Communication:
  • Working with other departments, healthcare providers, and stakeholders to enhance patient care and streamline operations.
  • Supporting SNF and AL sales and outreach goals, in collaboration with outside marketing support.
  • Collaborating with other central office leaders, such as dining and facilities management, to ensure smooth community operations between departments.
Resource Management:
  • Managing clinical budgets, resources, and supplies effectively.
  • Optimizing reimbursement processes, including Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care, and ensuring compliance with reimbursement and regulatory guidelines.
Clinical Staff Oversight:
  • Guide, mentor, and be involved with clinical staff, including hiring, orientation, performance evaluations, and professional development.
  • Participating in the interview process for healthcare leaders and other nursing leadership positions as needed.
  • Providing oversight and onsite community support when key leadership is absent for extended periods. This includes working, with potential travel, in the capacity of interim nursing leadership when necessary for extended periods.
  • Collaborate with and assist communities in facilitating the orientation and onboarding of healthcare leaders new to the Covenant Living Communities and Services system.
Partnering with Community Leaders and Central Office Team Members on Allegations and Performance Improvement Cases:
  • Investigating suspected abuse allegations and resident injuries.
  • Reporting occurrences and root cause analysis is completed in a timely manner.
  • Assisting in coordinating action plans to minimize liability and risks because of compliance surveys. Assisting with plans of correction as needed.
  • Co-authoring employee performance improvement documents for healthcare workers, as needed.
Acting as the Central Office Resource for All Healthcare Aspects of Training and Learning Curricula:
  • Identify and coordinate the need for clinical consultants to assist community leadership in accomplishing plans.
Supporting Communities Before, During, and Following Annual Licensure Surveys for Skilled and Assisted Living:
  • In partnership with community leadership and central office staff, review survey reports, community plans of correction before submission, and collaborate on any IDR possibilities.
Education and Work Experience:
  • Preferred Degree: A bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a related field is often required.
  • Current State Licensure as a Registered Nurse in one or more states within your region is required; RN licensure in all areas of regional assignment is preferred. ANCC certification preferred. RAC-CT certification preferred. Infection Control certification preferred.
  • Extensive clinical experience (5+ years) and leadership experience (5+ years) within a healthcare setting.
  • Proven ability to manage and motivate clinical staff.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and implement clinical programs and initiatives.
  • Experience with training plan curricula is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:
  • Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Physical Requirements:
  • Regular, predictable attendance is required.
  • Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office/community setting.
  • Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
  • Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to operate various equipment based on department and weather conditions.
  • Engaging in repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and fingers - typing and/or writing.
  • Clarity of Vision: For near visual acuity Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
  • For Far visual acuity, Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well.
  • For peripheral vision, observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.
Compensation Pay Range:

$128,200.00 - $85,950.00 per year

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is 128,200.00 - 185,950.00 per year. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.

For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance; Employer paid group term life and disability; Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays; 403(b) with a 3% employer match; Fitness center use at most facilities. Various voluntary benefits: Life, AD&D Tuition assistance and scholarships; Employee assistance program; Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program; Pet Insurance.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

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Regional Director of Clinical Services

60077 Skokie, Illinois Covenant Living of Colorado

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Leadership Position in Clinical Operations

This leadership position is the central office resource for community personnel related to clinical operations in both Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living. In addition, this position will develop, facilitate, implement, and maintain clinical, regulatory, and financial standards in the healthcare setting for the assigned region. In addition, this position will assist in developing tools to measure performance against the standards, assessing and monitoring performance, and intervening with a plan and/or resources to improve performance to meet or exceed established standards. This position fosters a culture of delivering high-quality resident care, operational efficiency, staff development, and regulatory compliance. This position will collaborate and form strong partnerships with the central office team and community leadership in various aspects of healthcare operations.

Major Responsibilities:

1. Ensuring Quality and Compliance:

  • Implementing and maintaining clinical policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and quality assurance programs.
  • Collaborating with the Associate Vice President of Healthcare Regulation, Compliance, and Quality in the development, review, and implementation of regulatory, compliance, and quality programs.
  • Reviewing and assisting in the development of guidelines to adhere to regulatory directives.
  • Monitoring, auditing, and validating practices, identifying problems, and working with healthcare personnel to develop and implement plans to correct inconsistencies and revise standardized practices.
  • Ensuring that all required documentation, including care/service plans and assessments, are completed in a timely manner, and that assessments/service plans are compliant with federal and state regulations.
  • Providing oversight of resident care and adherence to the facility's customer service philosophy.

2. Strategic Planning:

  • Developing and implementing clinical programs and initiatives to improve patient care and outcomes.
  • Monitoring staffing levels and PPD performance, as compared to benchmarks within the healthcare setting, with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Monitoring and driving key performance indicators (KPIs): occupancy, staffing, clinical outcomes, financial performance, and resident satisfaction.

3. Collaboration and Communication:

  • Working with other departments, healthcare providers, and stakeholders to enhance patient care and streamline operations.
  • Supporting SNF and AL sales and outreach goals, in collaboration with outside marketing support.
  • Collaborating with other central office leaders, such as dining and facilities management, to ensure smooth community operations between departments.

4. Resource Management:

  • Managing clinical budgets, resources, and supplies effectively.
  • Optimizing reimbursement processes, including Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care, and ensuring compliance with reimbursement and regulatory guidelines.

5. Clinical Staff Oversight:

  • Guide, mentor, and be involved with clinical staff, including hiring, orientation, performance evaluations, and professional development.
  • Participating in the interview process for healthcare leaders and other nursing leadership positions as needed.
  • Providing oversight and onsite community support when key leadership is absent for extended periods. This includes working, with potential travel, in the capacity of interim nursing leadership when necessary for extended periods.
  • Collaborate with and assist communities in facilitating the orientation and onboarding of healthcare leaders new to the Covenant Living Communities and Services system.

6. Partnering with community leaders and central office team members on allegations and performance improvement cases:

  • Investigating suspected abuse allegations and resident injuries
  • Reporting occurrences and root cause analysis is completed in a timely manner.
  • Assisting in coordinating action plans to minimize liability and risks because of compliance surveys. Assisting with plans of correction as needed.
  • Co-authoring employee performance improvement documents for healthcare workers, as needed.

7. Acting as the central office resource for all healthcare aspects of training and learning curricula. Identify and coordinate the need for clinical consultants to assist community leadership in accomplishing plans.

8. Supporting communities as necessary before, during, and following annual licensure surveys for skilled and assisted living. In partnership with community leadership and central office staff, review survey reports, community plans of correction before submission, and collaborate on any IDR possibilities.

9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience:

Preferred Degree: A bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a related field is often required.

Certificate(s): Current State Licensure as a Registered Nurse in one or more states within your region is required; RN licensure in all areas of regional assignment is preferred. ANCC certification preferred. RAC-CT certification preferred. Infection Control certification preferred.

Experience: Extensive clinical experience (5+ years) and leadership experience (5+ years) within a healthcare setting. Proven ability to manage and motivate clinical staff. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement clinical programs and initiatives. Experience with training plan curricula is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:
  • Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Physical Requirements:
  • Regular, predictable attendance is required.
  • Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office/community setting.
  • Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
  • Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to operate various equipment based on department and weather conditions.
  • Engaging in repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and fingers - typing and/or writing.
  • Clarity of Vision
    • For near visual acuity Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
    • For Far visual acuity, Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well.
    • For peripheral vision, observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.
Compensation Pay Range:

$128,200.00 - $85,950.00 per year

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is 128,200.00 - 185,950.00 per year. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.

For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Employer paid group term life and disability
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
  • 403(b) with a 3% employer match
  • Fitness center use at most facilities.
  • Various voluntary benefits:
    • Life, AD&D
    • Tuition assistance and scholarships
    • Employee assistance program
    • Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
    • Pet Insurance

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

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Director of Clinical Services - Registered Nurse (RN)

60559 Westmont, Illinois Brighton Hospice

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Why Brighton

At Brighton/Suncrest Hospice our goal is to change the expectation of hospice care in your area by providing exceptional care and service to our patients. This is achieved by allocating the resources to increase our staff to patient ratios, thereby increasing clinical visits while lowering clinician caseloads. We are proud to be a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) certified hospice. If you have a commitment to providing the highest quality of care to patients and their families, we would like to hear from you!

Benefits

  • Actual Work/Life Balance
  • Pay range: $100k-$110k annual salary
  • Competitive Pay
  • Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
  • A culture with an emphasis on appreciating and valuing the team member
  • The opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing national company, with possible position upgrades
Details

The Director of Clinical Services works to provide overall direction to the hospice clinical team. They are responsible for hiring of qualified hospice personnel: the provision of hospice services, directly, and the delegation to and coordination of hospice personnel evaluations; and establishing standards of care to comply with federal and state regulations and guidelines. The duties include but are not limited to:
  • Implement policies, procedures, and best practices for operations.
  • Review and monitor sales and service performances
  • Support, build, and sustain a diverse team of talent who successfully and consistently deliver on objectives and goals.
  • A dynamic leader who sets a high bar and inspires others to reach it.
  • Ability to communicate clearly, establish and maintain effective relationships with team members to problem-solve in an educational and cooperative manner.
Qualifications
  • A strong leader with impeccable organizational, strategic, analytical and project management skills.
  • A solid communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills and a proven ability to motivate, mentor, and influence others.
  • 5 years in healthcare industry preferred
  • 2 years of experience working in Leadership
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure (in good standing) in the state(s) of practice with
  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree preferred
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Director of Nursing - Clinical Services Director RN

60532 Lisle, Illinois Brookdale Senior Living

Posted 8 days ago

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Job DescriptionRecognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility Medical, Dental, Vision insurance 401(k) Associate assistance program Employee discounts Referral program Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA) Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insuranceFull Time Only Benefits Eligibility Paid Time Off Paid holidays Company provided life insurance Adoption benefit Disability (short and long term) Flexible Spending Accounts Health Savings Account Optional life and dependent life insurance Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan Tuition reimbursementBase pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Full-time associates in role are also eligible for an annual bonus incentive. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.ResponsibilitiesPlans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operations of the Clinical Services Department in accordance with federal, state and local standards. Responsible and accountable for maintaining the highest degree of quality care at all times. Directs, coordinates, and monitors nursing care delivery to assure safe, effective, and appropriate care. Ensures residents' rights are maintained at all times. Oversees the assessment of comprehensive nursing needs of each resident using acceptable long term care assessment tools and according to state and federal time frames. Oversees the coordination of care plans for each resident. Works with other team members to monitor day to day care levels of residents for quality assurance and to verify appropriate levels of care are established according to Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement levels. Maintains care plans for each resident; monitors medication and treatment schedules; works with attending physicians to ensure care plans are followed; and provides direct care when required. Establishes and implements Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Program for improved resident care, and quality of life programs according to company policies and as required by federal regulations. Participates in Community Surveys completed by authorized government agencies. Monitors the community Quality Indicators and survey reports. Assists with the development of Success Plans of identified areas of opportunity. Develops and implements a Clinical Services organizational structure. Determines staffing needs; recruits, selects, hires, and orients nursing staff/direct care personnel. Assists the Human Resource Director and Health Care Administrator with recruitment and selection of Clinical Services Associates. Completes associate performance evaluations and disciplinary action as needed. Delegates' authority to supervisory/lead staff. Reviews complaints and grievances filed by personnel and/or residents. Reports and investigates all allegations of abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property. Reports suspected or known violations of disclosure of resident protected health information. Coordinates ancillary services. Oversees the coordination of MDS to ensure timeliness of submissions. Maintains the policy and procedures that govern day-to-day functions in the Clinical Services Department. Develops, implements, and ensures nursing standards and department operation standards meet or exceed federal and state regulatory requirements. Plans, develops, and implements the Clinical Systems in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern long term care. Assists in preparing the nursing department's budget; prepares monthly variance report; monitors equipment and supplies. Maintains Medicare/Medicaid reimbursements according to established categories. Plans, develops, and implements safe practices for resident safety in accordance with state, federal, and OSHA regulations, and ensures that policies and procedures in regards to resident safety are followed by staff and by residents. Develops and implements safety standards and regulations for equipment, supplies, and resident care rooms. Assists the Quality Improvement Nurse in establishing infection control and immunization processes, and in developing and delivering training programs to meet continuing education requirements. Serves on and attends various committees of the community as appointed by the Health Care Administrator. Evaluates and implements recommendations from the various committees pertaining to Clinical Services. Oversees, manages and delegates all roles and responsibilities of the Assistant Director of Clinical Services and the Quality Improvement Nurse, Clinical Services. Completes other duties assigned.This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.#ZR-CNQualificationsEducation and Experience Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university; must possess a minimum of three to five years related supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience including one year of management experience. Long term care experience preferred.Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements Must have valid and current state (RN) license, issued by appropriate state licensing agency. Must be CPR certified.Management/Decision Making Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.Knowledge and Skills Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality with regard to patient and staff information. Possesses basic level computer skills including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, positive emphasis and a calm environment.Physical Demands and Working Conditions Standing Walking Sitting Use hands and fingers to handle or feel Reach with hands and arms Stoop, kneel, crouch crawl Talk or hear Ability to lift: up to 25 pounds Vision Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage On-Call on an as needed basis Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents Exposure to latex Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards Requires Travel: OccasionallyBrookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.About UsBrookdale is a Great Place to Be: Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families. Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members. Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings. Industry leader in clinical care. Nationwide company with over 675 communities, offering many opportunities to grown and learn as a sales professional. Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.

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Director of Nursing - Clinical Services Director RN

60532 Lisle, Illinois Brookdale Senior Living

Posted 5 days ago

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Permanent
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Associate assistance program
  • Employee discounts
  • Referral program
  • Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
  • Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid holidays
  • Company provided life insurance
  • Adoption benefit
  • Disability (short and long term)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Account
  • Optional life and dependent life insurance
  • Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
  • Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Full-time associates in role are also eligible for an annual bonus incentive. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.Education and Experience
Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university; must possess a minimum of three to five years related supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience including one year of management experience. Long term care experience preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements
Must have valid and current state (RN) license, issued by appropriate state licensing agency. Must be CPR certified.

Management/Decision Making
Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.

Knowledge and Skills
Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality with regard to patient and staff information. Possesses basic level computer skills including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, positive emphasis and a calm environment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Sitting
  • Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms
  • Stoop, kneel, crouch crawl
  • Talk or hear
  • Ability to lift: up to 25 pounds
  • Vision
  • Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
  • Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
  • On-Call on an as needed basis
  • Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
  • Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
  • Exposure to latex
  • Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
  • Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
  • Requires Travel: Occasionally

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.Plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operations of the Clinical Services Department in accordance with federal, state and local standards. Responsible and accountable for maintaining the highest degree of quality care at all times.
  • Directs, coordinates, and monitors nursing care delivery to assure safe, effective, and appropriate care. Ensures residents' rights are maintained at all times.
  • Oversees the assessment of comprehensive nursing needs of each resident using acceptable long term care assessment tools and according to state and federal time frames. Oversees the coordination of care plans for each resident.
  • Works with other team members to monitor day to day care levels of residents for quality assurance and to verify appropriate levels of care are established according to Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement levels.
  • Maintains care plans for each resident; monitors medication and treatment schedules; works with attending physicians to ensure care plans are followed; and provides direct care when required.
  • Establishes and implements Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Program for improved resident care, and quality of life programs according to company policies and as required by federal regulations.
  • Participates in Community Surveys completed by authorized government agencies. Monitors the community Quality Indicators and survey reports. Assists with the development of Success Plans of identified areas of opportunity.
  • Develops and implements a Clinical Services organizational structure. Determines staffing needs; recruits, selects, hires, and orients nursing staff/direct care personnel. Assists the Human Resource Director and Health Care Administrator with recruitment and selection of Clinical Services Associates. Completes associate performance evaluations and disciplinary action as needed. Delegates' authority to supervisory/lead staff.
  • Reviews complaints and grievances filed by personnel and/or residents. Reports and investigates all allegations of abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property. Reports suspected or known violations of disclosure of resident protected health information.
  • Coordinates ancillary services.
  • Oversees the coordination of MDS to ensure timeliness of submissions.
  • Maintains the policy and procedures that govern day-to-day functions in the Clinical Services Department. Develops, implements, and ensures nursing standards and department operation standards meet or exceed federal and state regulatory requirements. Plans, develops, and implements the Clinical Systems in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern long term care.
  • Assists in preparing the nursing department's budget; prepares monthly variance report; monitors equipment and supplies. Maintains Medicare/Medicaid reimbursements according to established categories.
  • Plans, develops, and implements safe practices for resident safety in accordance with state, federal, and OSHA regulations, and ensures that policies and procedures in regards to resident safety are followed by staff and by residents. Develops and implements safety standards and regulations for equipment, supplies, and resident care rooms.
  • Assists the Quality Improvement Nurse in establishing infection control and immunization processes, and in developing and delivering training programs to meet continuing education requirements.
  • Serves on and attends various committees of the community as appointed by the Health Care Administrator. Evaluates and implements recommendations from the various committees pertaining to Clinical Services.
  • Oversees, manages and delegates all roles and responsibilities of the Assistant Director of Clinical Services and the Quality Improvement Nurse, Clinical Services.
  • Completes other duties assigned.

  • This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

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    Patient Care Technician - PCT

    60201 Evanston, Illinois Fresenius Medical Care North America

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    + Evanston clinic hours: MWF 4:30am-9:00pm, TThS 4:30am-5:00pm, closed Sunday
    + Rotating days/shifts. Shifts range from 10-14 hours/day.
    + No previous dialysis experience needed, paid training is provided!
    **PURPOSE AND SCOPE:**
    Supports FMCNA's mission vision core values and customer service philosophy. Adheres to the FMCNA Compliance Program including following all regulatory and FMS policy requirements.
    Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with FMCNA policies procedures and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation state and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMC Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
    **DUTIES / ACTIVITIES:**
    CUSTOMER SERVICE:
    + Responsible for driving the FMS culture through values and customer service standards.
    + Accountable for outstanding customer service to all external and internal customers.
    + Develops and maintains effective relationships through effective and timely communication.
    + Takes initiative and action to respond resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner.
    **PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES**
    PATIENT CARE:
    + Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC) Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP) Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM) and regarding disease process/access.
    + Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their well-being since their last treatment. Report any complaints or observations to the nurse supervisor.
    + Evaluate vascular access for patency and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
    + Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight. Report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
    + Perform vascular access evaluation pre-treatment and report unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
    + Perform vascular access cannulation and report any difficulties in cannulation or unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
    + Perform administration of Heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
    + Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
    + Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
    + Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
    + Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
    + Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures
    + Evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure.
    + Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
    + Evaluate the patient for prior to discharge and report any unusual findings to nurse supervisor.
    + Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation weight and vital signs with initial identification.
    + Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; Sodium (Na) modeling; and UF modeling as prescribed.
    + Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled including Narrow Venous Limits (NVL) 160.
    + Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification.
    + Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and if applicable progress notes.
    + Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the nurse supervisor.
    + Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
    + Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
    + Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures provide appropriate intervention as needed document and report any unusual findings to the nurse supervisor.
    + Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
    MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL:
    + Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
    + Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface chair equipment and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
    + Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate.
    + Perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
    + Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
    + Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
    + Prepare organize and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
    CLERICAL & ADMINISTRATIVE:
    + Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
    + Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application accurately and in a timely manner.
    + Review treatment sheets for completeness ensure nursing signatures are documented and ensure omitted entries are completed or corrected where appropriate.
    + Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
    + Prepare lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
    + Collect label appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
    + Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
    OTHER:
    + Perform additional duties as assigned.
    **ADDENDUM FOR PATIENT CARE TECHNICIANS WORKING IN THE HOME PROGRAMS (NOT HOME ASSIST):**
    Assisting the HT RN:
    + May assist HT RN on Home Visit as directed
    + Reinforces PD / HHD education under supervision of qualified HT RN
    + Schedules and contacts patients regarding appointments
    + Weigh patient and obtain vital signs
    + Collect treatment records and review for completion. Notify RN of incomplete / missing records.
    + Cleaning and prepping treatment room; prep charts
    + Preparing lab tubes and requisitions & assisting with lab draw days both pre and post draw (PCT certified phlebotomy or per state regulations)
    + Clerical duties as assigned (faxing mailing to physician offices etc.)
    + Obtain home hemo water sampling as directed by the HT RN
    + Set-up of the home hemo machine and PD Cycler.
    + Assist with exit site care when directed by HT RN.
    + Warm dialysate solution when directed by the HT RN
    + Draw dialysate solution for testing as directed by the HT RN
    + Creates and sends patient reminders (supply inventory for order Kt/V collection bringing meds to clinic visit for review)
    + Assembles/breaks down charts/thins charts
    + Maintains logs as directed and applicable
    + Inventory of Home Program
    + Maintains par levels of home department supplies
    + Files home patient packing slips/invoices
    + Inventory for Patients
    + Assists patient with supply management and contacting customer service
    **PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:**
    The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.
    Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients facility staff and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
    The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
    The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs. and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs. as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and material assist devices for the heavier items.
    **EDUCATION**
    + Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification or High School diploma or G.E.D. and must meet certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
    + All appropriate state licensure education and training (if any) required.
    **EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS**
    + Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or related facility preferred.
    + Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the FMCNA dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
    The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.
    Hourly Rate: $17.00 - $27.00
    Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.
    **_EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity_**
    **Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.**
    **EOE, disability/veterans**
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    Patient Care Technician - PCT

    60440 Bolingbrook, Illinois Fresenius Medical Care North America

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    **PURPOSE** **AND** **SCOPE:**
    Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
    **PRINCIPAL** **DUTIES** **AND** **RESPONSIBILITIES:**
    **Patient Related**
    Education:
    + Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
    Treatment:
    + Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
    + Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
    + Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
    + Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
    + Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
    + Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy.
    + Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
    + Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
    + Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
    + Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
    + Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
    + Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
    + Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
    + Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
    + Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
    + Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
    + Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
    + Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
    + Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
    + Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.
    **Staff Related**
    + Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
    **Education/Communication:**
    + Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices
    + Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
    + Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
    + Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
    + Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
    **RECORD KEEPING:**
    + Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
    + Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
    + Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
    omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
    + Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
    + Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
    + Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
    + Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
    **INFECTION CONTROL:**
    + Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
    + Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
    + Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
    + Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.
    **TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:**
    + Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
    + Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
    + Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
    + Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.
    + Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
    + Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
    + Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice.
    + Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
    **PHYSICAL** **DEMANDS** **AND** **WORKING** **CONDITIONS:**
    + The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
    encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
    individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    + Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
    Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
    accommodations can be made.
    + Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
    + The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
    + The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation.Equipmentaidsand/orcoworkersmayprovideassistance.Thispositionrequiresfrequent,prolongedperiodsof standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
    **EDUCATION** **AND** **LICENSES:**
    + HighSchooldiplomaorG.E.D. required.
    + Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
    + Allappropriatestatelicensure,education,andtraining(ifany) required.
    + Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards
    **EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS** **:**
    + Previouspatientcareexperienceinahospitalsettingorarelatedfacility preferred.
    + Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
    The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.
    Hourly Rate: $18.00 - $27.00
    Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.
    **_EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity_**
    **Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.**
    **EOE, disability/veterans**
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    Patient Care Technician - PCT

    60077 Skokie, Illinois Fresenius Medical Care North America

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    + Skokie clinic hours: MWF 4am-9p, TTS 4am-5:30p, closed Sunday
    + Rotating days/shifts
    + No previous dialysis experience needed, on the job training is provided!
    **PURPOSE** **AND** **SCOPE:**
    Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
    **PRINCIPAL** **DUTIES** **AND** **RESPONSIBILITIES:**
    **Patient Related**
    Education:
    + Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
    Treatment:
    + Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
    + Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
    + Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
    + Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
    + Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
    + Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy.
    + Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
    + Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
    + Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
    + Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
    + Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
    + Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
    + Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
    + Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
    + Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
    + Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
    + Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
    + Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
    + Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
    + Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.
    **Staff Related**
    + Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
    **Education/Communication:**
    + Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices
    + Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
    + Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
    + Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
    + Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
    **RECORD KEEPING:**
    + Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
    + Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
    + Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
    omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
    + Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
    + Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
    + Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
    + Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
    **INFECTION CONTROL:**
    + Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
    + Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
    + Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
    + Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.
    **TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:**
    + Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
    + Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
    + Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
    + Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.
    + Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
    + Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
    + Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice.
    + Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
    **PHYSICAL** **DEMANDS** **AND** **WORKING** **CONDITIONS:**
    + The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
    encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
    individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    + Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
    Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
    accommodations can be made.
    + Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
    + The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
    + The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation.Equipmentaidsand/orcoworkersmayprovideassistance.Thispositionrequiresfrequent,prolongedperiodsof standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
    **EDUCATION** **AND** **LICENSES:**
    + HighSchooldiplomaorG.E.D. required.
    + Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
    + Allappropriatestatelicensure,education,andtraining(ifany) required.
    + Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards
    **EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS** **:**
    + Previouspatientcareexperienceinahospitalsettingorarelatedfacility preferred.
    + Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
    The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.
    Hourly Rate: $17 - $27
    Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.
    **_EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity_**
    **Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.**
    **EOE, disability/veterans**
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    Patient Care Technician - PCT

    60126 Elmhurst, Illinois Fresenius Medical Care North America

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    **PURPOSE** **AND** **SCOPE:**
    Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance with organization policies, procedures, and training and in compliance with regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies. Responsible for the setup and operation of hemodialysis machines. Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment. Supports the organization commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the organization Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP).
    **PRINCIPAL** **DUTIES** **AND** **RESPONSIBILITIES:**
    **Patient Related**
    Education:
    + Assist other health care members in providing patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where appropriate - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM), and regarding disease process/access.
    Treatment:
    + Welcome assigned patients and inquire as to their wellbeing since their last treatment.
    + Evaluate vascular access for patency, perform vascular access cannulation, and perform administration of heparin as delegated or as allowed by state law.
    + Obtain necessary pre and post treatment vital signs and weight and perform vascular access evaluation pre- treatment
    + Initiate dialysis treatment according to prescribed orders including blood flow (QB) and dialysate flow (QD).
    + Evaluate intradialytic problems and provide intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
    + Monitor patients' response to dialysis therapy.
    + Obtain vital signs prior to reinfusion; perform all relevant functions necessary for the discontinuation of treatment - document.
    + Discontinue dialysis treatment according to established procedures and evaluate patient prior to termination of venous access - standing & sitting blood pressure
    + Obtain Hemostasis and apply appropriate dressings.
    + Evaluate the patient prior to discharge.
    + Perform and record Pre and Post dialysis evaluation, weight, and vital signs with initial identification
    + Responsible for calculating and entry of individual patients' dialysis machine programming for Ultrafiltration (UF) goal; treatment time; and UF modeling as prescribed.
    + Responsible for ensuring appropriate safety alarms are enabled, including Narrow Venous Limits, (NVL) 160.
    + Record accurate and timely information regarding vital signs and treatment parameters onto the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet with initial identification
    + Responsible for accurate documentation of information related to patient treatment including completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet and, if applicable, progress notes.
    + Report any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Observe patient and conduct machine safety checks according to facility policy. Report any change or unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Perform and document any intervention for unusual patient status and document patients' response to intervention.
    + Evaluate patients' vascular access during treatment including arterial and venous monitoring pressures, provide appropriate intervention as needed, document and report any unusual findings to the registered nurse or supervisor.
    + Obtain all prescribed laboratory testing and prepare specimens for collection.
    + Ensure that all blood spills are immediately cleaned with appropriate disinfectant according to facility policy.
    + Prepare, organize, and efficiently utilize supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
    + Monitors patients performing self-care under the supervision of RN.
    **Staff Related**
    + Assists in training of applicable direct patient care staff on appropriate programs under the supervision of a nurse.
    **Education/Communication:**
    + Follows all organization business policies, procedures and systems incorporated into training, including compliance with ethical business practices
    + Maintain environmental integrity and aesthetics - ensure all areas are safe and clean.
    + Clean and disinfect dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
    + Conduct all tasks necessary for preparation for dialysis treatment and document where appropriate and perform all required pretreatment dialysis machine alarm testing including Pressure Holding (PHT).
    + Initiate Solution Delivery System (SDS) system.
    **RECORD KEEPING:**
    + Complete and document ongoing participation in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
    + Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
    + Review treatment sheets for completeness, ensure nursing signatures are documented, and ensure
    omitted entries are completed or corrected by appropriate staff.
    + Prepare initial patient chart for admission and compile paperwork for appropriate placement in chart.
    + Prepare/print lab requisitions for prescribed or stat Lab specimens according to laboratory destination.
    + Collect, label, appropriately prepare and store lab samples according required laboratory specifications.
    + Ensure collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
    **INFECTION CONTROL:**
    + Assists in collecting information for infection control audits.
    + Supports staff and patient Adherence to infection control practices.
    + Follows infection control Policies and Procedures
    + Participates in and reinforces infection control education of patients and families under the direction of the CM or designee as allowed by state law.
    **TRANSITIONAL CARE UNIT:**
    + Follows all newly admitted patients through their first 4 weeks of dialysis and coordinating their transitional dialysis care
    + Reinforces all education and care related matters as it relates to the new patient as allowed by state law
    + Liaisons with appropriate FKC staff members to provide the best patient experience including making sure all disciplines are scheduled to see patient according to plan.
    + Assists in assuring patient understanding or home dialysis products, benefits of home and how home dialysis can work for them.
    + Sets and preforms a treatment on all machines used in the transitional care unit.
    + Assist in assuring patient understanding of treatment options including demonstration of the peritoneal dialysis set-up.
    + Assists with coordination of transition to patient's modality choice.
    + Assists with supply ordering and inventory for TCU
    **PHYSICAL** **DEMANDS** **AND** **WORKING** **CONDITIONS:**
    + The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
    encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
    individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    + Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing the
    Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable
    accommodations can be made.
    + Day to day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, Business Unit and Corporate meetings may be required.
    + The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials
    + The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation.Equipmentaidsand/orcoworkersmayprovideassistance.Thispositionrequiresfrequent,prolongedperiodsof standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional lift basis up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a two-person assist program and "material assist" devices for the heavier items.
    **EDUCATION** **AND** **LICENSES:**
    + HighSchooldiplomaorG.E.D. required.
    + Must meet Center for Medicaid/Medicare Services (CMS)-approved state and/or national certification requirements within the required state or CMS timeline.
    + Allappropriatestatelicensure,education,andtraining(ifany) required.
    + Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards
    **EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS** **:**
    + Previouspatientcareexperienceinahospitalsettingorarelatedfacility preferred.
    + Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.
    The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate's work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.
    Hourly Rate: $17 - $27
    Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave.
    **EOE, disability/veterans**
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