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This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of San Gabriel Valley Medical Center. It is expected that the employee will demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support San Gabriel Valley Medical Center’s strategic plan and the goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).
- Cleans and polishes lighting fixtures, marble surfaces, and trim.
- Cleans rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms and other work areas.
- Sweeps and/or vacuums floor.
- Dusts furniture and equipment.
- Polishes metalwork.
- Empties wastebaskets.
- Transports trash and waste to disposal area.
- Replenishes bathroom supplies.
- Other Duties as assigned.
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Provides clerical support and services to meet specific needs of a nursing unit. Participates in and coordinates telecommunications between nursing and all departments. Is responsible for preparing, compiling and maintaining patient records. Coordinates maintenance of office supplies and forms PAR levels and nurse’s station. Communicates effectively with all customers and assures accurate maintenance of a patient’s medical record. Answers call lights I timely manner. Transcribes orders efficiently/accurately.
· Communicates information thoroughly and gives concise report at change of shift.
· Communicates appropriate information to Team Leaders, Manager, Director, etc. as appropriate.
· Writes neatly and legibly.
· Inputs data into the computer accurately.
· Locates and retrieves data from the computer including laboratory, diagnostic imaging and other patient
related information.
· Reports all results of diagnostic studies and lab values as soon as received to the appropriate RN.
· Informs nursing staff of patient, family or physician needs/requests.
· Answers Nurse Call
· Receives and places telephone calls to all hospital departments as needed/requested.
· Notifies appropriate staff to receive telephone calls.
· Transcribes physician orders including medications accurately, concisely and enters data into computer
or MAR.
· Checks for and assures patients are properly identified (ID bands, addressograph, etc.) on
admission/transfer and as required/requested.
· Keeps census accurately updated in the computer and on census log sheet.
· Assembles patient charts, identifies forms accurately, enters appropriate information and maintains an
ongoing check for proper identification and dating of forms.
· Checks and orders stationary supplies and nursing unit supplies at routine intervals and as needed
(maintains adequate PAR levels).
· Maintains a sufficient reserve (PAR) level of patient admission charts and charting forms.
· Assists with admissions, discharges, transfers, deaths, errands as required and/or directed.
· Answers Nurse Call system within < 3 minutes, notifies appropriate staff member and follows-up with
patient to assure needs are met in a timely manner.
· Locates staff, supplies, etc. as needed by healthcare team members including physicians.
· Initiates and follows through with requests for services to effect patient care, environmental cleanliness
and safety.
· Assists patients, visitors, staff without hesitation; if unable to respond to request, seeks appropriate staff
member capable of accommodating needs.
· Directs or takes healthcare team members, patients, visitors, physicians to desired destination in a
helpful, courteous and caring manner.
· Initiates work orders, contacting Facilities Management as appropriate or requested.
· Contacts Environmental Services for unit cleaning needs and for bed/ room cleaning post-discharge.
· Keeps Nurses’ Station organized and neat at all times.
· Other Duties as assigned.
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The Clinical Manager is responsible for providing direction and clinical supervision of patient care for specified unit, patient population and assigned staff. The Clinical Manager is a professional caregiver with requisite clinical and supervisory experience, which promotes an atmosphere that is responsive to the needs of patients, nursing and medical staff, and will assume oversight of the unit as necessary. The Clinical Manager will provide education and training to improve the clinical competencies of the staff. The Clinical Manager is knowledgeable about and promotes the philosophy, goals and objectives of the department. Demonstrates understanding of unit population including disease process, disabilities, illness, nutrition, treatment and intervention. Coordinates care on the unit. Demonstrates ability to adequately staff the department according to acuity of patient population. Reviews shift assignments, documentation, and ensure extra shift duties are completed for regulatory compliance. Functions as a role model by demonstrating competency in clinical judgement, technical ability and psychomotor skills. Facilitates timely and appropriate admissions, discharges, and transfers. Demonstrates knowledge of assessment, planning implementing and evaluation of patient care and staff performance. Assures staff compliance with local, state, and federal law and regulatory requirements.
- Reviews medication compliance records, Narcotic sheets, and medication reconciliation forms for discrepancies.
- Assures staff compliance with National Patient Safety Goals
- Reviews for staff compliance with quality indicators such as but not limited to: blood glucose machine, crash cart checks, vigilance checks etc.
- Completes administrative reports per policy and procedures.
- Coaches/Counsels staff for compliance to all regulatory standards and hospital policies.
- Assists the Unit Director in identifying equipment and supply needs for the unit.
- Assists the Unit Director of identifying problems with equipment utilization.
- Identifies nursing problems for investigation.
- Coordinates staff schedule.
- Reviews/revises policies and procedures.
- Serves as a resource to other nursing staff for problem solving.
- Helps others to use hospital resources.
- Reviews hours worked payroll reports.
- Communicates with other departments as needed to provide efficient and appropriate patient care.
- Supports management decisions.
- Demonstrates knowledge of resource consumption, to include utilization of resources, procedures and lengths of stay; actively intervenes as needed.
- The Clinical Manager, on occasion, may need to assist with patient care needs. For example, covering unscheduled absences if unable to find additional staffing.
- Proactively identifies problems and participates in solutions; follows up as appropriate.
- Observes and evaluates unit staff’s ability to perform assigned duties and provides feedback to director as needed.
- Assists individual staff members in identifying their own learning needs.
- Assists in completing performance appraisals for selected staff as delegated by Unit Director.
- Participates in interviews of potential employees. Assist in retaining nursing department staff
- Under the direction of the Unit Director, may hire, counsel, suspend and/or terminate staff.
- Maintains nursing hours according to set standards.
- Takes lead on projects and completes in a timely manner.
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The Clinical Manager is responsible for providing direction and clinical supervision of patient care for specified unit, patient population and assigned staff. The Clinical Manager is a professional caregiver with requisite clinical and supervisory experience, which promotes an atmosphere that is responsive to the needs of patients, nursing and medical staff, and will assume oversight of the unit as necessary. The Clinical Manager will provide education and training to improve the clinical competencies of the staff. The Clinical Manager is knowledgeable about and promotes the philosophy, goals and objectives of the department. Demonstrates understanding of unit population including disease process, disabilities, illness, nutrition, treatment and intervention. Coordinates care on the unit. Demonstrates ability to adequately staff the department according to acuity of patient population. Reviews shift assignments, documentation, and ensure extra shift duties are completed for regulatory compliance. Functions as a role model by demonstrating competency in clinical judgement, technical ability and psychomotor skills. Facilitates timely and appropriate admissions, discharges, and transfers. Demonstrates knowledge of assessment, planning implementing and evaluation of patient care and staff performance. Assures staff compliance with local, state, and federal law and regulatory requirements.
- Reviews medication compliance records, Narcotic sheets, and medication reconciliation forms for discrepancies.
- Assures staff compliance with National Patient Safety Goals
- Reviews for staff compliance with quality indicators such as but not limited to: blood glucose machine, crash cart checks, vigilance checks etc.
- Completes administrative reports per policy and procedures.
- Coaches/Counsels staff for compliance to all regulatory standards and hospital policies.
- Assists the Unit Director in identifying equipment and supply needs for the unit.
- Assists the Unit Director of identifying problems with equipment utilization.
- Identifies nursing problems for investigation.
- Coordinates staff schedule.
- Reviews/revises policies and procedures.
- Serves as a resource to other nursing staff for problem solving.
- Helps others to use hospital resources.
- Reviews hours worked payroll reports.
- Communicates with other departments as needed to provide efficient and appropriate patient care.
- Supports management decisions.
- Demonstrates knowledge of resource consumption, to include utilization of resources, procedures and lengths of stay; actively intervenes as needed.
- The Clinical Manager, on occasion, may need to assist with patient care needs. For example, covering unscheduled absences if unable to find additional staffing.
- Proactively identifies problems and participates in solutions; follows up as appropriate.
- Observes and evaluates unit staff’s ability to perform assigned duties and provides feedback to director as needed.
- Assists individual staff members in identifying their own learning needs.
- Assists in completing performance appraisals for selected staff as delegated by Unit Director.
- Participates in interviews of potential employees. Assist in retaining nursing department staff
- Under the direction of the Unit Director, may hire, counsel, suspend and/or terminate staff.
- Maintains nursing hours according to set standards.
- Takes lead on projects and completes in a timely manner.
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Under the direction of a Registered or Licensed Vocational Nurse, provides basic nursing care and implements selected aspects of the patients nursing plan of care.
This position requires providing care/service to an acutely ill through rehabilitating patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.
· Follows appropriate Code Blue notification procedures
· Effectively prioritizes clinical interventions and care
· Basic hygiene and nursing care such as:
Feeding
Bathing
Oral care
Positioning
Ambulating
Bed linen changes
· Patient safety measures
· Vital sign measurement.
· Intake and Output.
· Obtaining/transporting of specimens.
· Feed patients with swallowing difficulties following individual guidelines and orders from speech therapist
· Applies restraint devices, following all requirements for use of and documentation
· Non-sterile dressings/binders.
· Oral cavity suction.
· Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use.
· Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use.
· Uses the following equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions. Including, but not limited to:
Blood pressure measurement devices
Thermometers
Scales
Skin pressure relieving devices
Application/management of traction, inmobilizers, CPM
Pulse Oximetry
Bedscales/ chairscales
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Under the direction of a Registered or Licensed Vocational Nurse, provides basic nursing care and implements selected aspects of the patients nursing plan of care.This position requires providing care/service to an acutely ill through rehabilitating patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served.
· Follows appropriate Code Blue notification procedures.
· Effectively prioritizes clinical interventions and care.
· Basic hygiene and nursing care such as:
Feeding
Bathing
Oral care
Positioning
Ambulating
Bed linen changes
· Patient safety measures.
· Vital sign measurement.
· Intake and Output.
· Obtaining/transporting of specimens.
· Feed patients with swallowing difficulties following individual guidelines and orders from speech
therapist.
· Applies restraint devices, following all requirements for use of and documentation.
· Non-sterile dressings/binders.
· Oral cavity suction.
· Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use.
· Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use.
· Uses the following equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions. Including, but
not limited to:
Blood pressure measurement devices
Thermometers
Scales
Skin pressure relieving devices
Application/management of traction, inmobilizers, CPM
Pulse Oximetry
Bedscales/ chairscales
· Other duties as assigned.
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The Coder I is required to ensure that all patient records are coded within the bill-hold limits (4 days). The Coder I is further responsible to ensure that all charts pass the SMART cycle and are adjusted as needed. The Coder I will work with the other coders regarding educational requirements and ensure that all coder processes align with the department guidelines. The Coder I must have a thorough knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10 PCS and CPT conventions. A Coder I is responsible for abstracting data into Evident/Thrive system using 3M encoder. Furthermore, a Coder I will work internally and externally with coding manager and outside auditors and consultants to ensure the efficiency and quality of coding.
The Coding Specialist I job summary includes but is not limited to:
- Accurately code and abstract Emergency Department records (7 per hour, including E&M level and injections and infusions).
- Accurately code outpatient referred cases and ancillary visits (25 encounters per hour).
- Accurately code Obstetrical and Neonatal records (5 per hour).
- Select and assign revenue codes based on CPT codes, where appropriate.
- Perform medical record review for the timeliness and completeness of clinical documentation.
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Assesses patient/family health problems and resources, takes a leadership role in the development, implementation and outcomes evaluation of a plan for nursing care provided by the nursing team. Provides technical nursing care and interventions to designated patient populations. This position requires providing service to a one or more age populations including an ill neonate through geriatric patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Admission coordination, make nursing assignments, coordinate shift activities and quality control functions.
· Provides local wound care as ordered.
· Applies dressings as ordered or as appropriate to the type of wound.
· Documents nursing interventions using the FOCUS charting format.
· Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and post-care.
· Follows established protocols for patients at high risk for suicide or unpredictable behavior.
· Follows established protocols for patients at high risk for falls and skin breakdown.
· Follows appropriate Code Blue notification procedures.
· Functions in a Code Blue quickly and calmly providing CPR, administering and documenting
medications/interventions accurately.
· Effectively prioritizes clinical interventions and care.
· Communicates significant changes in patient’s condition/status in a timely manner.
· Understands actions, side-effects, contra-indications of drugs.
· Follows five “rights” of medication administration.
· Adheres to medication policies, practices and standards.
· Administers medication, intravenous therapy and fluid management only on physician request and guidance.
· Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use.
· Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use.
· Differentiates between patient complications and equipment malfunction.
· Uses the following equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s operating instructions, including but not limited
to:
· IV Pump
· Glucoscan
· PCA Pump
· Tube Feeding Pump
· Chest Tube Suction
· Defibrillator
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The Charge RN is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation and evaluation. Responsible for directing and coordinating all nursing care for patients on the medical surgical services based on established clinical nursing practice standards. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Serves as the Resource nurse role when oriented and as directed. Supports the organization vision and mission. Utilizes knowledge of patient's age, developmental status, spiritual and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. Licensure in the state of California as a Registered Nurse (RN). Proficient in oral and written communication skills. Ability to practice leadership, interpersonal skills, communication skills, teamwork, quality improvement and professionalism.
Current California RN license BCLS, ACLS, Basic Dysrhythmia certificate
NIHSS required
Proficiency in both written and oral English
1 Year acute experience.
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The Certified Nurse Assistant, reporting to the Nursing Unit Director, with assignment and direction from the Registered Nurse &/or LVN. This position is directly responsible for the delivery of high quality individualized basic nursing care. The Nursing Assistant supports the hospital mission and vision. The Nurse Assistant utilizes knowledge of patient’s age, developmental status, spiritual and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. The position contributes to the provision of safety and quality nursing care that results in positive outcomes in patient care.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- Completion of Nursing Assistant Course, Current certification for Nurse Aide (C.N.A.).
- · High School Graduate or equivalent experience preferred
- · Six months acute hospital experience preferred.
- · Current Basic Life Support/AHA ,NRP.
- 6 Months from hire: Birth & Beyond Breastfeeding Certificate
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Under general supervision and guidelines, obtains and verifies financial sponsorship, patient demographics, and clinical information. Utilizes skills and knowledge of department / hospital policies and procedures to register patients, verify insurance benefits, and collect payments. Works in a team environment and must be able to work independently in all areas of registration, including E.R. registration, insurance verification, pre-admission, Out-patient registration, and cashier with minimal supervision.Verifies financial sponsorship, patient demographics, and insurance eligibility during and prior to the registration process.Notates all registration activity in the adt/ms4 registration system.Quality controls all patient data, checking for accuracy, on all registrations.Notifies physician’s office, patient of any deductibles, and/or co-pays prior to and after registration.Collects and notates (in ADT system) deductibles, co-pays, and cash packages during and prior to registrations.Verifies and enters appropriate insurances plan codes, and financial codes.Pre-admit and verifies all pertinent patient data, prior to patient arrival when possible.Work’s where needed, including ER registration, pre-admissions, and registration.
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Under general supervision and guidelines, obtains and verifies financial sponsorship, patient demographics, and clinical information. Utilizes skills and knowledge of department / hospital policies and procedures to register patients, verify insurance benefits, and collect payments. Works in a team environment and must be able to work independently in all areas of registration, including E.R. registration, insurance verification, pre-admission, Out-patient registration, and cashier with minimal supervision.Verifies financial sponsorship, patient demographics, and insurance eligibility during and prior to the registration process.Notates all registration activity in the adt/ms4 registration system.Quality controls all patient data, checking for accuracy, on all registrations.Notifies physician’s office, patient of any deductibles, and/or co-pays prior to and after registration.Collects and notates (in ADT system) deductibles, co-pays, and cash packages during and prior to registrations.Verifies and enters appropriate insurances plan codes, and financial codes.Pre-admit and verifies all pertinent patient data, prior to patient arrival when possible.Work’s where needed, including ER registration, pre-admissions, and registration.
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This position is responsible for providing patient care in a safe and effective manner. Responsibilities include directing PCA activity, synthesizing patient information, assessment of patients, planning of care/intervention, teaching of patients/family, implementation of treatment plan, MD orders, documentation and evaluation. Integration of patient care standards are incorporated into all clinical activities.
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The Admitting Manager provides leadership, direction, and administration in all aspects of the Admitting department, which includes all registration functions within all areas of the hospital, information desk, financial counseling, cashier processes, insurance verification, hospital mail processes as well as the PBX area. Ability to appropriately interact with patients, visitors, physicians and staff of all ages from young adult, middle adult to older adults.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- High School Diploma or Equivalent; Bachelors degree preferred
- Three to Five years experience as a supervisor/ manager in the Admitting areas of an acute care facility preferred
- Preferred Skills and Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate understanding of and ability to interpret third party payer principles and terms and COBRA Strong organizational skills required for effective communication with patients, physicians, public, staff, and administrations. Must be able to work in fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
- Must obtain Sexual Harassment certification within 6 months, and then maintain biennially.
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This position is responsible for providing patient care in a safe and effective manner. Responsibilities include directing PCA activity, synthesizing patient information, assessment of patients, planning of care/intervention, teaching of patients/family, implementation of treatment plan, MD orders, documentation and evaluation. Integration of patient care standards are incorporated into all clinical activities.
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This position is responsible for providing patient care in a safe and effective manner. Responsibilities include directing PCA activity, synthesizing patient information, assessment of patients, planning of care/intervention, teaching of patients/family, implementation of treatment plan, MD orders, documentation and evaluation. Integration of patient care standards are incorporated into all clinical activities.
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Under the general direction of the L&D Director, the Charge Nurse is responsible for professional nursing care and related assistance to patients admitted for labor & delivery care. Will utilizes the nursing process in ensuring safe and competent quality patient care. The Charge Nurse supports the medical care of patients under the direction of the Medical Staff pursuant to the mission and objectives of the hospital. The Charge Nurse provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient care team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. The Charge Nurse provides direction to the Registered Nurses and other licensed/unlicensed assistive personnel in providing patient care, in patients’ assignments, in overseeing diverse operational processes, and coordinating staff’s rest/meal breaks. The Charge Nurse must be able to assess own learning needs to enhance personal and professional development.
Assesses patient/family health problems and resources, takes a leadership role in the development, implementation and outcomes evaluation of a plan for nursing care provided by the nursing team. Provides technical nursing care and interventions to designated patient populations.
This position requires providing service to a one or more age populations including an ill neonate through geriatric patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Admission coordination, make nursing assignments, coordinate shift activities and quality control functions.
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Under the general direction of the L&D Director, the Charge Nurse is responsible for professional nursing care and related assistance to patients admitted for labor & delivery care. Will utilizes the nursing process in ensuring safe and competent quality patient care. The Charge Nurse supports the medical care of patients under the direction of the Medical Staff pursuant to the mission and objectives of the hospital. The Charge Nurse provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient care team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. The Charge Nurse provides direction to the Registered Nurses and other licensed/unlicensed assistive personnel in providing patient care, in patients’ assignments, in overseeing diverse operational processes, and coordinating staff’s rest/meal breaks. The Charge Nurse must be able to assess own learning needs to enhance personal and professional development.
Assesses patient/family health problems and resources, takes a leadership role in the development, implementation and outcomes evaluation of a plan for nursing care provided by the nursing team. Provides technical nursing care and interventions to designated patient populations.
This position requires providing service to a one or more age populations including an ill neonate through geriatric patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Admission coordination, make nursing assignments, coordinate shift activities and quality control functions.
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The Certified Nurse Assistant, reporting to the Nursing Unit Director, with assignment and direction from the Registered Nurse &/or LVN. This position is directly responsible for the delivery of high quality individualized basic nursing care. The Nursing Assistant supports the hospital mission and vision. The Nurse Assistant utilizes knowledge of patient’s age, developmental status, spiritual and cultural diversity into the provision of patient care. The position contributes to the provision of safety and quality nursing care that results in positive outcomes in patient care.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
- Completion of Nursing Assistant Course Certificate, Current certification for Nurse Aide (C.N.A.).
- · High School Graduate or equivalent experience preferred
- · Six months acute hospital experience preferred.
- · Current BCLS Card AHA
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Under the direction of a Registered or Licensed Vocational Nurse, provides basic nursing care and implements selected aspects of the patients nursing plan of care. This position requires providing care/service to an acutely ill through rehabilitating patient population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. Follows appropriate Code Blue notification procedures. Effectively prioritizes clinical interventions and care. Feed patients with swallowing difficulties following individual guidelines and orders from speech therapist. Applies restraint devices, following all requirements for use of and documentation. Non-sterile dressings/binders. Obtains necessary training prior to initial equipment use. Assures equipment is in operating order prior to use.