5 Mohawk Valley Health System jobs in Utica

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Charge Nurse provides care to assigned patents as outlined by each individual patient plan of care.Shift: Days 7am-7pm Responsibilities and Duties: Provides good personal hygiene to patients; bathes, dresses, toilets residents as indicates by their individualized care plan. Gives shampoos, hair care, shaves residents, trims nails, enemas and assists residents with personal and dental hygiene. Assures the patients are properly and comfortably clothed. Accurately documents care given to patients, assignment sheets, and other appropriate records. Informs charge/unit manager if patient care card needs updating. Promotes comfort, security and rehabilitation. Promptly responds to patient communication system (call lights). Performs hourly/purposeful rounding per hospital policy. Launders swing bed patient laundry. Provides diversional activities for swing bed patients. Fosters teamwork and interacts with peers to maintain an ongoing working rapport across all shifts. Orients and instructs new personnel to policies and procedures and to the functioning of the unit as directed Adheres to standard precautions to prevent spread of disease and infections control standards Complies with departmental policies and procedures. Complies with all Joint Commission regulations and guidelines. Attends in-services to keep current, knowledgeable, and remain compliant with requirement of mandatories in LMS. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Able to maintain confidential information. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. BLS certification Salary: $18.41 - $22.02 per hour plus shift differentialEducation: High school or equivalent (Required)

Provides personal hygiene to patients: bathes, dresses and toilets patients as indicated by their needs including hair care, shaving and assists patients with personal and dental hygiene. Assures the patients are properly and comfortably clothed. Obtains/records vital signs per policy Accurately documents care given to patients in the electronic medical record (EMR) Informs charge/bedside nurse of abnormal vital signs (per policy). Promotes comfort, security and assists in the rehabilitation plan within their scope of practice including ambulation, simple range of motion and assistance with activities of daily living. Assists in fall prevention per patient's plan of care including activating/responding to alarms. Follows safe patient handling guidelines to position/mobilize patients. Safely transfers patients according to guidelines using patient lifts. Promptly responds to patient communication system (call lights), bed/chair alarms and unit communication system. Fosters teamwork and interacts with peers to maintain an ongoing working rapport across all shifts. Performs hourly/purposeful rounding per hospital policy. Adheres to "No Pass Zone" policy for patient safety. Launders swing bed patient laundry during HS hours as per request. Provides diversional activities for swing bed patients. Orients and instructs new personnel to policies and procedures and unit operations Adheres to infection control standards to prevent the spread of infection. Complies with departmental policies and procedures. Complies with The Joint Commission regulations and guidelines. Collects specimens within scope of practice and per policy. Attends in-services to keep current and knowledgeable; remains compliant with requirement of mandatories in the learning management system as assigned by nurse educators or Director of Inpatient Nursing. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Requisition ID: 2
Location: US-NY-Utica
Position Type: Per Diem
HR Rep / Recruiter: Haley Dennison
Contact: ties

On a typical day, you will conduct newborn hearing screens, usually in a new mom's hospital room, and help educate parents about the importance of the screen using video and printed tools we provide. You will also be in charge of entering patient data and validation of hearing screens, as needed. Additional responsibilities may include helping to confirm or reschedule outpatient appointments, following up on any equipment issues and training new staff.

• Performing newborn hearing screens
• Verifying insurance information with parent/guardian
• Documenting hearing screen results accurately
• Following protocol for timely submission of billing
• Following protocol related to security and identification of infants
• Following infection control, safety awareness and other hospital, company, and program policies
• Recognizing potential problems and obtaining assistance, when necessary, in a timely manner
• Completion of company and hospital orientation or classes, including patient privacy training
• Completion and maintenance of employee health requirements
• Other duties as assigned

• Experience working with infants preferred
• Experience in a hospital setting preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer proficiency and ability to perform accurate data entry
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks and assignments
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work on weekends and national holidays required
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk frequently (95% of shift)
• Ability to push/pull up to 100 pounds frequently

Minimum Qualification/Education Level: High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Preferred Experience Years: One to three months related experience

Experience Industry: Healthcare

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Benefits for Full Time employees and qualified dependents:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Progyny Fertility Benefits
• Livongo Diabetes Management
• Teladoc Health and Second Opinion Services
• Smart Shopper
• 401(K) Thrift Program & Sharing Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - 15% discount
• Basic Employee; Spouse; Child Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Employee Optional Life and AD&D
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Pre-Tax Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee and Dependent Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Parental Leave Benefit
• Sick Pay Bank
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Group Aflac Policies
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Charitable Fund
• Various Discount Programs

Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit

Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees aged 21 and over

The pay for this position ranges from $16.00 - $19.18 per hour and is based on years of relevant experience.

This job posting will remain open, and we will continue to accept applications until an offer has been extended and accepted.

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation's leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group's high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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As an RN Patient Care Coordinator, you play a vital role in our mission to improve lives. Guide each patient, and their families through their transition home following discharge. At Vituity we know the impact you can have.

Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we've cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call "culture of brilliance." Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.

• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs and preferences.
• Collaboration in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment plans, and discharge planning.
• Conduct routine rounds to assess patient status, identify emerging issues, and address immediate care needs.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare providers regarding the plan of care with a focus on discharge planning.
• Actively participate in plan of care meetings to facilitate communication amongst the patient care multidisciplinary team.
• Act as a liaison between the provider group and other members of the health care team with a focus on Case Management and nursing allowing the provider to function at the highest level of the scope of their role.
• Collaborate with members of the patient care team in the patient discharge planning process for safe discharge planning and optimal patient outcome.
• Assist in tracking the provider team's metric performance to support contract retention and incentive metric capture.
• Assist in identifying and mitigating barriers to discharge by working with all members of the multidisciplinary care team.
• Facilitate communication as a point of contact for the provider team with other disciplines.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration among healthcare team members to promote seamless care delivery.
• Serve as a resource and mentor for nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices in patient care coordination and rounding.
• Communicate with patients and families in a clear, empathetic manner, addressing questions, concerns, and preferences sensitively.
• Collaborate with case managers, social workers, and community resources to facilitate post-discharge care transitions and continuity of care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and interdisciplinary committees to enhance patient care processes and outcomes.
• Promote and maintain the mission, values, and culture of Vituity.
• Provide leadership in assessing common or overlapping needs and identify opportunities for consolidation or optimization in delivery.
• Advise colleagues and leadership in navigating and utilizing Vituity resources to implement products and services as needed.
• Provide leadership, planning, implementation, and management of performance and quality improvement programs that help assess and improve operational performance, contract stability, patient satisfaction, financial viability, and knowledge dissemination for the practice line.
• Collaborate with leadership on project objectives and deliverables.
• Support incentive structures related to finance and quality.
• Promote and maintain the mission, values, and culture of Vituity.

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice required.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical nursing experience in a healthcare setting, with demonstrated proficiency in care coordination and direct patient care required.
• Comprehensive understanding of nursing principles, procedures, and practices relevant to patient care coordination.
• Proficiency in assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and implementing interventions to promote optimal health outcomes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems and other healthcare technology platforms.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of nursing and care coordination.
• Leadership qualities to inspire and motivate team members, foster a collaborative work environment, and promote a culture of excellence in patient care coordination.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, demonstrating respect, professionalism, and cultural competence.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, therapists, social workers, and case managers, to coordinate and manage patient care transitions.
• Knowledge of community resources and support services available to patients and families to facilitate continuity of care and promote holistic well-being.
• Ability to use diverse organizational toolsets to recognize root causes at sites and pull needed resources to resolve problems.
• Ability to have high level communication with site leaders on all levels.

Wynn Hospital Utica, New York

• State-of-the-art, 250-bed facility with private patient rooms, behavioral health ED treatment rooms, a birthing center, and a helistop.
• 42-bed open ICU, Level III Trauma Center, and a Comprehensive Stroke Center Program.
• All sub-specialty backups available.

• Utica, New York, located in the Mohawk Valley, is a charming city blending history, culture, and community.
• Known for its diverse heritage, it offers landmarks like the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute and the Stanley Theatre, which hosts renowned performances.
• Food lovers appreciate Utica's unique culinary scene, including iconic dishes like Utica greens and Chicken Riggies.
• Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Erie Canalway Trail or nearby Adirondack Park for hiking, skiing, and camping.
• Seasonal weather showcases snowy winters, blossoming springs, vibrant autumns, and warm summers.
• Utica's affordability, welcoming neighborhoods, and proximity to larger cities like Syracuse and Albany make it ideal for families and professionals.
• Sports fans can cheer on the Utica Comets, the city's AHL hockey team.

Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

• Superior health plan options
• Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Life and AD&D coverage, and more
• Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6%
• Outstanding Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks' vacation, Paid holidays, Sabbatical
• Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
• Professional and Career Development Program
• EAP, travel assistance, and identity theft included
• Wellness program
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

We are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $3.05 - 41.31, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual corporate Success Sharing bonus program, which is based on the company's annual performance. If you are hired at Vituity, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please speak with a recruiter for more details.

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place