20 Healthcare Providers jobs in Grand Bay

The Patient Access Services Registration Specialist is the first point of contact at Singing River Health System and must ensure a pleasant experience for both patients and visitors. The Registration Specialist interviews patients and/or the patient' Patient Access, Registration, Specialist, Patient, Customer Service, Banking, Healthcare, Insurance

Patient Care Associate
Ocean Springs Hospital | Part-Time | 7A-7P |
3109 Bienville Blvd.
Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39664
United States
Position Overview
The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care (i.e.personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines;a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse or LPN; and under the directsupervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN. The plan of care will utilize theCDC Guidelines for Infection Control as well as the Singing River Health SystemDepartments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment, and Services.Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing RiverHealth System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, andgoverning guidance and publications for health care employees.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily anexhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirementsor working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be anaccurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revisethe job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred.

License: N/A
Certification: Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification recognized by the State of Mississippi Department of Health preferred. (CNA Certification required upon hire for SNF unit) (Apprentices transferring to SNF will be allowed 120 days to schedule the skills exam. If not obtained within the 120 days, will be removed from the SNF unit)

Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience: Equivalentrelated work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.
Reports to: Registered Nurse or LPN responsible for patient care managementduring a shift.
Supervises: None.
Physical Demands: Work is moderatelyactive: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office,move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHSservice area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently tolift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using manyphysical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure ofbody fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectiousdisease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of thewrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such ascomputer keyboard.

Work involves being ableto perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or withoutcorrection; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requiresclose visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an objectinto sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor toforms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.

Must be able to beactive for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must beable to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may beinstituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts orweekends.

Mental Demands: Must demonstrate keen mentalfaculties/assessment and decision-making abilities. Must demonstrate superiorcommunication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information inperson and by telephone. Mustdemonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive todealing with high stress levels. Mustdemonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Attention to detail and the ability tomulti-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable workingrelationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
Special Demands: Must possesssuperior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and abilityto use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology(i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be ableto demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professionalskills to a patient population of all ages.

Patient Care Associate - PCU
Pascagoula Hospital | Full-Time | 7p - 7a |
2809 Denny Avenue
Pascagoula, Mississippi, 39581
United States
Position Overview
The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care (i.e.personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines;a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse or LPN; and under the directsupervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN. The plan of care will utilize theCDC Guidelines for Infection Control as well as the Singing River Health SystemDepartments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment, and Services.Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing RiverHealth System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, andgoverning guidance and publications for health care employees.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily anexhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirementsor working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be anaccurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revisethe job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred.

License: N/A
Certification: Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification recognized by the State of Mississippi Department of Health preferred. (CNA Certification required upon hire for SNF unit) (Apprentices transferring to SNF will be allowed 120 days to schedule the skills exam. If not obtained within the 120 days, will be removed from the SNF unit)

Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience: Equivalentrelated work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.
Reports to: Registered Nurse or LPN responsible for patient care managementduring a shift.
Supervises: None.
Physical Demands: Work is moderatelyactive: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office,move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHSservice area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently tolift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using manyphysical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure ofbody fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectiousdisease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of thewrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such ascomputer keyboard.

Work involves being ableto perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or withoutcorrection; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requiresclose visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an objectinto sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor toforms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.

Must be able to beactive for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must beable to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may beinstituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts orweekends.

Mental Demands: Must demonstrate keen mentalfaculties/assessment and decision-making abilities. Must demonstrate superiorcommunication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information inperson and by telephone. Mustdemonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive todealing with high stress levels. Mustdemonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Attention to detail and the ability tomulti-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable workingrelationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
Special Demands: Must possesssuperior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and abilityto use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology(i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be ableto demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professionalskills to a patient population of all ages.

Patient Care Associate - Days
Ocean Springs Hospital | Part-Time | 7a |
3109 Bienville Blvd
Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39564
United States
Position Overview
The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care (i.e.personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines;a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse or LPN; and under the directsupervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN. The plan of care will utilize theCDC Guidelines for Infection Control as well as the Singing River Health SystemDepartments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment, and Services.Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing RiverHealth System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, andgoverning guidance and publications for health care employees.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily anexhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirementsor working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be anaccurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revisethe job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred.

License: N/A
Certification: Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification recognized by the State of Mississippi Department of Health preferred. (CNA Certification required upon hire for SNF unit) (Apprentices transferring to SNF will be allowed 120 days to schedule the skills exam. If not obtained within the 120 days, will be removed from the SNF unit)

Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Experience: Equivalentrelated work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.
Reports to: Registered Nurse or LPN responsible for patient care managementduring a shift.
Supervises: None.
Physical Demands: Work is moderatelyactive: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office,move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHSservice area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently tolift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using manyphysical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure ofbody fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectiousdisease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of thewrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such ascomputer keyboard.

Work involves being ableto perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or withoutcorrection; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requiresclose visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an objectinto sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor toforms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.

Must be able to beactive for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must beable to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may beinstituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts orweekends.

Mental Demands: Must demonstrate keen mentalfaculties/assessment and decision-making abilities. Must demonstrate superiorcommunication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information inperson and by telephone. Mustdemonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive todealing with high stress levels. Mustdemonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Attention to detail and the ability tomulti-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable workingrelationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
Special Demands: Must possesssuperior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and abilityto use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology(i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be ableto demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professionalskills to a patient population of all ages.

Location: 1217 Government St, Mobile, AL  36604

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   

< b>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. 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 AND LICENSES:

• High School diploma or G.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.

• All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.

• Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :

• Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.

• Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.

Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

EOE, disability/veterans

Location: 65 N Catherine St., Mobile, AL 36604

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. 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 AND LICENSES:

• High School diploma or G.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.

• All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.

• Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :

• Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.

• Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.

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

WILLING TO TRAIN

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 CONDI TIONS:

• 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. 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 AND LICENSES:

• High School diploma or G.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.

• All appropriate state licensure, education, and training (if any) required.

• Demonstrated commitment to organization culture, values, and customer service standards

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :

• Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility preferred.

• Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the organization dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.

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

Mobile, AL

Order: 27103

Order Type : TempToFT

Patient Care Associate - Front Desk
Pay: $14 - $17 per hour (based on experience)

Location: Mobile, AL 36607

About the Role:
We're looking for a friendly, detail-oriented Patient Care Associate to be the first point of contact for patients and retail customers. In this front-desk role, you'll coordinate care between patients, doctors, insurance providers, and our team, ensuring a smooth, positive experience from start to finish.

What You'll Do:

• Greet and assist patients and customers as they enter the facility
• Handle phone calls and transfer to the appropriate care coordinator
• Assist with compression wear fittings, insurance verification, and co-pay/deductible collection
• Manage patient reorder processes, including calls for re-authorizations and re-assessments
• Document patient interactions accurately in charts and verify prescriptions/referrals before dispensing products
• Provide information and assistance with breast pumps, including prescriptions, insurance verification, and product dispensing
• Participate in ongoing online and in-office training

General Responsibilities:

• Engage with walk-in traffic and retail customers
• Answer general customer service inquiries
• Verify insurance coverage for various products as needed
• Assist customers with equipment issues or troubleshooting

Additional Responsibilities:

• Promote teamwork and assist fellow office staff when needed
• Demonstrate timeliness, courtesy, and professionalism with customers
• Represent the company in a positive, professional manner at all times
• Perform other duties within the scope of training as assigned

What We're Looking For:

• Strong work ethic with an outgoing, enthusiastic personality
• Basic knowledge of Windows, MS Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer
• QuickBooks experience is a plus
• Accurate data entry and detail-oriented approach
• Exceptional telephone etiquette and customer service skills
• Ability to identify patient needs and offer appropriate product options
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Team player with a professional demeanor and pleasant attitude

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of office experience
• Knowledge of medical and insurance terminology preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Office, Excel, and Internet Explorer

Patient Care Associate (CNA) Apprentice

Healthcare Workforce Academy / Full-Time / Academic Shift - Days; Monday - Friday, Class times 7am-330pm, Clinical Shift - Varies; Class Start Dates - 2025April 7June 16August 25November 3 /
3101 Denny Avenue
Pascagoula, Mississippi, 39581
United States

Position Overview:
The Patient Care Associate Apprentice participates in a one (1) year Department of Labor Industry Recognized Apprentice program consisting of academics, preparation for Nursing Assistant certification, and work-based learning timeframe to develop talents. The program is designed to promote application of skill to encourage confidence, proficiency and competency. Classroom academics will take place at Singing River Hospital - Pascagoula. Work assignments can be assigned to any of the Singing River Health System facilities. The Patient Care Associate Apprentice, under supervision and guidance, provides basic nursing care (i.e. personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines; a established plan of care facilitated by a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse; and under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN. Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.

License:
N/A

Certification:
Must complete and maintain current BCLS certification within 3 months of hire date.

Experience:
Equivalent related work experience preferred.

Reports to:
RN responsible for patient care management/patient care during a shift, Patient Care Coordinator, Patient Care Manager, Instructor

Supervises:
None

Physical Demands:
Stands, turns, bends, stoops, lifts, climbs, and uses many physical motions in performing day-to-day activities. Must be able to stand for extended periods and do a great deal of walking without experiencing undue fatigue. Potential exposure to communicable disease or radiation.
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels, with or without correction. Must demonstrate the ability to communicate, speak, and enunciate to express/exchange ideas and detailed information in person and on the telephone.Work requires a minimum standard of visual acuity, with or without correction, with the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms that are closer to compare data at close vision.Manual dexterity of hands and feet to ambulate and adroitly manage multiple pieces of equipment/tubes/invasive lines.
Must be able to be active for extended periods without experiencing undue fatigue.Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may occur according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.

Mental Demands:
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels.Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations

Special Demands:
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette.Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.). Must have intermediate knowledge of MS Outlook and Word.
This position is a part-time position and requires the individual to be scheduled and available to work at least 48 hours per four (4) week scheduling period or 72 hours per six (6) week scheduling period, to include twelve (12) weekend hours. The Flex Pool Nurse Technician must be willing to work on any other unit with similar skill set requirements for which the Flex Pool Nurse Technician has maintained competency. The Flex Pool Nurse Technician will work at least two (2) holiday shifts annually.
Job requires traveling throughout the SRHS service area - with the employee providing his/her own transportation. Must have a valid driver license.