112 Healthcare jobs in Channahon

Job Description

Position Summary: Responsible for regulatory compliance, utilization review, chart audits, performance improvement, and educational development of staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops performance improvement priorities for agency
• Implements and evaluates performance improvement, quality, and utilization activities
• Conducts reviews of medical records (plans of care, clinical and progress notes, etc) for quality and compliance standards
• Facilitates interdisciplinary case conferences, monitoring the coordination of care and OASIS data.
• Monitors OASIS data integrity and completes OASIS data submission
• Ensures the development, implementation, and update of the individualized plan of care
• Monitors and ensures the accuracy of publicly reportable data
• Produces monthly reports to monitor quality of services delivered
• Assists with on-boarding, training, and educational needs assessments of staff
• Assists with the evaluation of clinical competence and compliance as needed
• Supports department customer service and financial goals
• Conducts reviews and maintains clinical policies and procedures
• Supports director with operational functions of the department as needed
• Identifies significant issues and possible solutions to department leadership
• Performs related electronic medical record tasks and functions
• Promotes a clean and safe environment of care, utilizing the SAFE error prevention habits
• Provides the highest standard of privacy and confidentiality in matters involving patients, coworkers, and the hospital by abiding by the Standards of Conduct

Required Qualifications/Education and Training :

• Registered Nurse license in the state of Illinois
• Minimum 2 years home health clinical experience
• Previous leadership and/or quality experience
• COS-C Certification
• CPR certified
• Illinois Driver license and Car insurance

Overview

• Department:  Medical Surgical Ortho Neuro 

• Schedule:  Nights, 6:45p - 7:15a, 3-12-hour shifts

• Facility:  Prime Healthcare Mercy Medical Center 

• Location:  Aurora, IL, 60506

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II) is a certified person who performs direct care in the department setting.  The PCA II maintains a current certification in patient care and is responsible to assist patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the RN as long as the activity does not distract from primary responsibility for dysrhythmia monitoring.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1.    High School Diploma or equivalent.

2.    Current Certification in Patient Care required (M.A. / CNA / EMT / Paramedic / Patient Care Tech, etc.).

3.    Current Dysrhythmia Interpretation Certificate upon hire and maintain current preferred.

4.    Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

5.    Six months previous experience as Monitor Technician, preferred.

6.    Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.

7.    Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.

8.    Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.

9.    Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office, preferred.

Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below):

1.     Current Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) certificate within 6 months of hire and maintain current per facility requirement.

Pay Transparency

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $18.90 to $28.01. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here:

Employment Status Full Time Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:

The Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. School is a therapeutic day school in Tinley Park, Illinois. We are Illinois State Board of Education certified and serve intellectually and developmentally delayed students ages three until twenty-one. Our curriculum is provided twelve months a year, with one week breaks between the trimesters. Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy School has a low student/teacher ratio, in a self-contained campus with exceptional and credentialed teachers, aides, and medical oversight where needed has a robust curriculum focused on student development toward independence, productivity and societal participation in a most normal and least restrictive environment.

Position Summary:

Under the overall administration of the Principal and direction of the Assistant Principals for Curriculum and Internal Programming, employs Applied Behavior Specialists to implement a program of Applied Behavior Analysis. This specialized program is designed to meet the needs of autistic and developmentally disabled children, utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis within a framework of Operant Conditioning and Discrete Trial methodology.

Qualifications:

• Experience: LBS1 certification and prior special education teaching experience preferred. Required are at least two references that indicate excellence in teaching and the ability to team-teach in a highly structured environment, one of which must be from the present employer or academic advisor.
• Physical Demands: The employee must be personally capable of intervening in all forms of de-escalation techniques, sit for extended periods on the floor, walk, run, and be able to lift 75 lbs. without prior restrictions in the event of an emergency.
• Skills: Must have two references that indicate a high level of success in the areas of the ability to team-teach, ability to interact at a cooperative level with other professionals and administrative personnel, and a significant desire to demonstrate teaching success with children.
• Education: At least a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education LBS1 certification or approval required.
• Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
• Must pass a physical/drug screening, criminal background check and MVR background.

Lt. Joseph Kennedy School offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes: paid training, medical, dental, vision discount, free life insurance to employees, free long-term disability to employees, the option to buy supplemental life, accidental death and dismemberment, time off and 403 (b) retirement plan. The Kennedy School is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. 
 

Founded in 1949 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Coletta’s of Illinois provides a lifelong continuum of care beginning in early childhood. Our residential, educational and vocational training programs provide services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities that enhance their independence and well-being. We serve participants without regard to race, religion or economic background. St. Coletta’s meets individuals’ needs and abilities while providing the least restrictive environment for growth.

Department:

02110 AMG Merrionette Park - Endocrinology

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Day shifts with one late start/end per week Monday-Friday

Major Responsibilities:
Accountable for organizing, educating and scheduling patients for the Outpatient Diabetes Self-Management Program.
1)Provides consultation for patients and families regarding diabetes therapy; encourage family participation.

2)Participates in instructing outpatient groups and one-on-one sessions.

3)Participates in scheduling and registering outpatients for classes as needed.

4)Documents outpatient education in the patient's medical record.

5)Develops teaching tools and teaching aides as needed. Orders appropriate teaching aides and tools, monitors supplies.

Serves as a resource/clinical expert for identified diabetes inpatients.
1)Assists with education of all newly diagnosed patients.

2)Assesses needs of complicated diabetes patients per referral.

3)Reinforces education to patients / families as requested.

4)Makes multi-disciplinary referrals as indicated.

5)Consults with Medical Staff as needed.

6)Provides training / education for monitoring equipment.

7)Documents patient interventions in their medical record.

Serves as a resource / clinical expert for hospital staff.
1)Provides input and guidance to nursing staff regarding education of diabetes patient.

2)Provides hospital staff with adequate supplies of Diabetes educational materials.

3)Ongoing education of hospital staff regarding changes in practice as it relates to diabetes management.

Advancement of Professional Growth and Knowledge.
1)Obtain and maintain CDE certification.

2)Maintain professional education related to diabetes through readings, workshops, and professional memberships.

3)Maintains education file and participate in yearly evaluation by review date.

4)Plan and/or participate in any diabetes related activities offered to the community, e.g. glucose monitoring, screening, lectures.

Education/Experience Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition. - 2-3 years nutrition experience with exposure to diabetes patients. • Experience with computer entry and retrieval. • Experience with insulin pump therapy.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
• Excellent interpersonal skills. • Excellent communication skills. • Excellent planning & organizational skills. • Excellent crisis intervention and prioritization. • Excellent physician relationships. • Knowledge of blood glucose monitoring equipment, and diabetes assistive devices • Demonstrate leadership & teaching abilities. • Requires knowledge & understanding of: o Child growth & development o Normal patterns of Adolescent behavior o Signs of normal aging
• Current RD license in the State of Illinois • Specialty CDE certification within 18 months of hire.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• Flexible hours according to customer needs. • Work under stressful/difficult conditions. • Ability to perform physical tasks such as patient lifting / transfer activities related to patients (up to 50 lbs. may be required) and moving equipment. • This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. • Good visual acuity and color discrimination.
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Pay Range
$34.90 - $2.35

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than 6 billion in annual community benefits.

Metro Infectious Disease Consultants is seeking a full-time Patient Care Assistant (Medical Assistant)  to work at the clinic located in New Lenox, IL.

This Assistant’s responsibilities include all duties related to the back-office with occasional front desk duties. Responsibilities assigned to individuals can and will change at any time at the discretion of management or the supervisor.

Back Office Responsibilities:

1) Escort patients from reception to exam room, documenting height, weight, blood pressure and temperature as indicated, document patient’s chief complaint and notify doctor when patient is ready to be seen

2) Stock exam rooms with supplies each morning, clean rooms between patients

3) Maintain inventory of medical supplies, completing requisitions (order forms) in a timely manner to ensure supplies are not depleted

4) Other tasks as assigned by management

Front Office Responsibilities:

1) Filing of all scanned paperwork daily

2) Fax clinic schedules to physicians for next clinic day.

3) Prepare travel chart weekly

4) Open and distribute mail, daily

5) Print schedule for following clinic day. Verity that all progress notes and super-bills are attached

6) Order office supplies

7) Answer telephone calls, including closed offices at different locations

8) Page on consultations to physicians. Page should include consult, hospital, patient name, room number, referring physician, and hospital phone number with appropriate extension

9) Make appointments for new and existing patients according to set guidelines. If patient is new, directions should be given

10) Handle and process billing information daily

11) Handle and process dictation, letters, and physician orders daily

12) Register patients, enter and/or update patient demographics, make copies of vital information

13) Collect co-payments and past due balances from patients at check-in/check-out desk

14) Coordinate and process referral information for managed care patients

15) Process medical records requests

16) Escort patients from reception to exam room, documenting height, weight, blood pressure and temperature as indicated, document patient’s chief complaint and notify doctor when patient is ready to be seen

17) Obtain laboratory specimens as requested, completing lab requisitions and preparing samples for pick-up by lab. Document same in Medical Record

18) Ensure superbills are completed at visit end, including, visit code, diagnoses and all labs ordered

Requirements

• Must have at least (1) one year of clinical practice experience, preferably in an office setting
• Must be comfortable with back office responsibilities
• High school Education or equivalent
• Proof of current vaccinations, including recommended boosters, commonly required for those working with immunocompromised patients, including measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, hepatitis A & B, influenza, and COVID-19.

Requests for accommodations/exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis, consistent with applicable laws.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Salary

• $39,000-$2,000 ( 19/hour + monthly bonus)