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Performs clerical and system coordination for nursing units. Monitors and updates orders and schedules diagnostic and therapeutic services. Ensures accuracy and frequent updates of unit census, patient information, and level of care. Coordinates all nursing unit communications and activities. Acts as receptionist, greeting and/or directing patients, visitors, physicians, and other health care providers.Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Coordinates tests and treatments with and between various departments for patients on nursing units. Maintains working knowledge of functions and services offered by all diagnostic and treatment departments to facilitate the scheduling of tests and treatments.</li><li>Facilitates communications required to support patient care including multiple-line telephone, unit/site paging and hospital information system. Screens incoming telephone calls. Monitors department office equipment and troubleshoots minor problems. Arranges repair of major malfunctions.</li><li>Maintains working knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and other computer systems for ordering patient and unit supplies and equipment. Processes daily patient charges and/or related procedures through the system.</li><li>Compiles necessary chart forms for admissions, transfers, discharges and expirations. Obtains appropriate copies of medical records for transfers to nursing homes and other health care facilities.</li><li>Verifies medical records contain complete and accurate patient demographic information, patient identification and registration in the medical record, including appropriate level of care.</li><li>Establishes and maintains positive customer relations and contributes to a harmonious work environment. Quickly and courteously acknowledges requests, responds to call lights, demonstrates proper phone etiquette and fosters communication between the health care team.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>None Required.</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>High School Graduate, or</li><li>Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED).</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>No experience required.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Basic computer skills.</li><li>Excellent oral and written communications.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to interruptions and changing priorities/workloads.</li><li>High level of attention to detail essential.</li><li>Certification Addendum</li><li>Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.</li><li>Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. occasionally.</li><li>Will regularly be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.</li><li>Must have functional vision, hearing, and speech.</li><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li></ul> 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.

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R114520. Posted job title: Health Unit Coord - Emergency Department Emergency Room

Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).</li><li>Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.</li><li>Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.</li><li>Functions as a Second Assistant as necessary.</li><li>Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.</li><li>Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.</li><li>Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.</li><li>Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>No experience required.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Knowledge of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures.</li><li>Knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room.</li><li>Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Basic computer proficiency.</li><li>Certification Addendum</li><li>Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others).</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.</li><li>lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.</li><li>carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.</li><li>perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.</li><li>Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.</li><li>Exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.</li><li>Must have functional sight and hearing.</li><li>Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.</li><li>Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.</li><li>Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job.</li></ul> 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.

Aurora Medical Center Kenosha Kenosha WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R98727. Posted job title: Surgical Tech

The Kaukauna Surgery Center services include Ortho, ENT, Plastics, GI, Some general. The center hosts 3 OR rooms, they are currently running one room at a time, but will be increasing to two rooms in the Fall. Come join our close knit team who pride themselves on creating a culture of amazing rapport with patients, surgeons and each other!Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (i.e., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).</li><li>Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.</li><li>Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans) and returning equipment post procedure.</li><li>Adheres to institutionally approved infection control policies.</li><li>Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.</li><li>Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique and/or transports equipment and supplies.</li><li>Serves as a Second Assistant when necessary.</li><li>Assists in the instrument room by cleaning and wrapping instruments, where applicable.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>No experience required.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Familiarity and adept with all types of procedures within their specialty.</li><li>Maintains basic knowledge of a variety of surgical procedures.</li><li>Maintains knowledge of various types of equipment used in the operating room.</li><li>Participates in call coverage following satisfactory completion of formal orientation.</li><li>Participates in educational programs and department meetings.</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.</li><li>lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.</li><li>carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.</li><li>perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.</li><li>Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.</li><li>Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.</li><li>Must have functional sight and hearing.</li><li>Will be required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.</li><li>Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.</li><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li></ul> 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.

Kaukauna, WI - 1500 Arbor Way Kaukauna WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R106219. Posted job title: Surgical Tech Ambulatory Surgery Center

Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Uses the nursing process to assess the needs of the patient, plan and implement individualized interventions and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care. Includes the patient and family in planning and implementing care and develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum.</li><li>Anticipates and recognizes significant changes in the patient’s condition, status, and need for care. Provides ongoing assessment of the patient and takes appropriate actions when changes occur. Anticipates and alters the plan of care as needed, mobilizes appropriate resources, and collaborates with other health care team members to coordinate patient centered care.</li><li>Implements strategies to reduce patient risk and increase patient safety. Assesses patient and family readiness to learn and individualizes the approach as necessary. Works collaboratively to develop strategies to meet the learning needs of the patient and family.</li><li>Actively coordinates the discharge plan utilizing an interdisciplinary approach. Applies evidence-based practice to deliver patient care. Consistently incorporates nursing and regulatory standards of care into practice.</li><li>Provides ongoing evaluation of patient, team, and unit outcomes and is empowered to take appropriate action when changes are needed. Supports shared governance activities and initiatives to improve processes and patient outcomes.</li><li>Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills. Promotes collaboration among healthcare team members. Assumes a leadership role in the care team and delegates appropriately to unlicensed personnel.</li><li>Promotes a culture of safety through identifying threats to patient safety and intervening to prevent patient harm. Reports patient safety events and near misses in a timely manner. Seeks to identify potential safety issues and assists in the implementation of corrective actions.</li><li>Applies ethical decision making, demonstrates respect and understanding for peers, and other clinical disciplines. Participates as an effective member of the patient care team to formulate an integrated, unbiased, individualized approach to care.</li><li>Participates in quality/process improvement initiatives to improve the functions of the department and the patient care experience.</li><li>Participates in professional activities which contribute to personal professional development and the development of others. Seeks opportunities to be taught, coached, and mentored. Attends required meetings/educational programs and completes annual competencies in a timely manner.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and</li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>Completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing.</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.</li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Demonstrates progression to provide holistic patient care and the ability to view clinical situations from a patient and family focus.</li><li>Demonstrates progression to recognize situational changes that require unplanned or unanticipated interventions, and responds to situations with confidence, timeliness and flexibility.</li><li>Proficient computer skills, use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems.</li><li>Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Demonstrates human relation skills with the ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians. Ability to take initiative and work collaboratively with others.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to effectively make critical, independent decisions.</li><li>Excellent organization, prioritization and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Demonstrates time management skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritize in an environment with frequent interruptions.</li><li>Demonstrates coordination, collaboration, delegation and team building skills.</li></ul>Certification Addendum:<ul><li>Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others)</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.</li><li>lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.</li><li>carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.</li><li>perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.</li><li>Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines.</li><li>May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.</li><li>Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.</li><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li></ul> 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.

Advocate South Suburban Hospital Hazel Crest IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R114609. Posted job title: 0.5 RN ECT/Esketamine, South Suburban Hospital

Major Responsibilities:<ul><li>Performs basic assessments, collects data, identifies problems and follows a care plan developed by the Registered Nurse.</li><li>Administers medication and treatments. Provides wound care, hot/cold compresses, patches, G-tube, obtains specimens, takes patients vitals, and performs other medical procedures as documented in the plan of care.</li><li>Communicates with Registered Nurse on the status of the patient after each visit and any changes in their patient's condition. Communicates any problems and documents the plan and actions taken in the patient's visit report.</li><li>Follows up with the patient's physician as needed, including taking verbal orders.</li><li>Participates in chart audits, Continuous Quality Improvement activities and in services as required. Records observations completely, accurately, legibly and concisely.</li><li>Documents all information regarding the patients. Maintains and updates accurate clinical and patient records according to agency, state and federal guidelines.</li><li>Communicates effectively with patient, family, or significant others and provides them with necessary emotional support.</li><li>Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.</li><li>Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.</li></ul> Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:<ul><li>Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices, and </li><li>Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required, and </li><li>A valid drivers license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicles, or </li><li>Driver license issued by the state of Illinois.</li></ul> Education Required:<ul><li>Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing.</li></ul> Experience Required:<ul><li>Typically requires 1 year of experience in performing assessments and providing treatments. </li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>Demonstrated knowledge and skills to collect data relative to the patient's status, and interpret and report the information.</li><li>Ability to interact well with other team members, patients, physicians and family members of the patient.</li><li>Excellent communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a variety of clients with patience and respect. </li><li>Basic computer skills including the ability to document and access information in an electronic system.</li><li>Must have a tolerance for differences and an appreciation of multi-culturalism and diversity of the patients and their families.</li><li>Must possess and provide proof of a valid Driver License and a registered, functional car with adequate insurance coverage.</li></ul> Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:<ul><li>Sit, stand, walk and climb stairs for a limited to prolonged period of time including bending, kneeling, squatting and occasionally reaching one or both arms overhead.</li><li>Must have the physical ability to move about in confined spaces, including bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting and occasionally reaching one, or both arms overhead.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.</li><li>Lift up to 20 lbs from waist to overhead.</li><li>Lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height reasonable distance.</li><li>Must be able to:</li><li>Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.</li><li>Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.</li><li>Subject to exposure to chemical and hazardous waste and communicable diseases.</li><li>Must have accurate vision to read gauges and measuring devices and to interpret written instructions.</li><li>Subject to extreme temperature changes due to weather conditions. Occasionally subject to hazardous conditions due to weather, disrepair of patient property, domestic animals and daily travel.</li><li>Must be able to work safely with people of various sizes and weight with diverse and complex medical conditions and physical limitations.</li><li>Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.</li></ul> 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.

Milwaukee, WI - 11333 W National Ave West Allis WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R104859. Posted job title: LPN Aurora At Home Weekend Program

Aurora Psychiatric Hospital Wauwatosa WI Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R107920. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - Part Time, PM Shift

Major Responsibilities:<ul> <li>Performs duties in the scrub role as assigned.<ul> <li>    6)Assists in emergency situations as assigned. </li> <li>    7)Maintains a safe work environment according to regulatory agency standards. </li> <li>    8)Maintains educational records and timecard. </li> <li>    9)Maintains competencies. </li> <li>    1)Completely prepares sterile field in a timely manner.</li> <li>    2)Complies with departmental policy and procedures regarding specimens, counts, and disposition of contaminated instruments. </li> <li>    3)Maintains sterile field and boundaries prior to and during procedure. </li> <li>    4)Acts as preceptor, sharing knowledge in a supportive/educational manner. </li> <li>    5)Maintains on-call availability. </li></ul></li> <li>Responsible for the preparation of the surgical field and supplies/instruments delivered to the field.<ul> <li>    1)Verifies instrument/supply/equipment available and ready per physician preference card.</li> <li>    3)Assists in opening sterile supplies and instruments. </li> <li>    4)Assists with clean-up and turnover upon completion of case.</li> <li>    5)Efficiently utilizes supplies to avoid waste and decrease costs. </li> <li>    2)Verifies specific needs of physician by completely reading scrub tips. </li></ul></li> <li>In collaboration with health care team, assists in providing for a cooperative work environment.<ul> <li>    3)Demonstrates self-direction in utilizing work time appropriately. </li> <li>    1)Assists with maintaining goals of Surgical Services and Advocate.</li> <li>    2)Shares clinical and professional knowledge in a supportive/educational manner. </li> <li>    4)Accepts and completes team responsibilities as assigned. </li></ul></li> <li>Responsible for compliance with hospital policies and procedures.<ul> <li>    1)Maintains patient confidentiality.</li> <li>    2)Utilizes guest relation techniques with members of health care team and patients. </li></ul></li> <li> Responsible for maintenance of professional growth.<ul> <li>    1)Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining professional skills.</li> <li>    2)Independently completes assignments/projects. </li> <li>    3)Participates in unit/hospital committees and projects. </li></ul></li></ul> Licensure:<ul><li>Surgical Technologist</li></ul> Education/Experience Required:<ul><li>-1-2 years OR scrub experience (preferred) -High school graduate or GED. -Completion of ST program in an accredited school approved by NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) or NCCT </li></ul> Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities Required:<ul><li>-Good communication skills. -Ability to independently perform scrub duties. </li><li>-CPR certification -CST Certification approved by NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting). </li></ul> Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions: <ul><li>May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening disease and radiation. This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to cooperate and work well with others. Ability to communicate with mask on and not facing others. Ability to work in a stressful, changing environment. Ability to work designated shifts, including weekends and holidays. Ability to assume on-call responsibility. </li><li>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.</li></ul> 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.

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge IL Advocate Aurora Health Job ID #R113005. Posted job title: Certified Surgical Technician - Ambulatory surgery - 0.5 Part time

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