13 nursing assistant jobs found

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Under the supervision of a RN, provides close observation of patients. Assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment. Communicates with nursing staff regarding any changes to patient's activity or behavior. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Obtains verbal report from the patient's nurse to include information regarding the patient's identified needs such as diagnosis, visual, auditory or language barriers. Positions self in patient room at bedside to maintain constant visual observation of the patient. Does not leave the patient alone or out of sight unless specifically instructed by the nurse. Provides for patient comfort, safety, and satisfaction. Offers support and feedback to peers and staff. Applies principles of caring and healing in interactions with patients, families and other health care members. May not transfer patient for testing and procedures off the unit but must accompany and remain within arm's length of...

Explore opportunities with Heart of hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Registered Nurse Case Manager, you will assume full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Continuously evaluating personal and professional performance and making necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. You'll also develop the patient's Plan of care in collaboration with other professionals and implement treatment strategies based on scientific nursing theory that promotes physical, psychosocial, emotional, and...

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for Full Time External Candidates Hiring Full-Time and PRN Explore opportunities with Heart of Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Registered Nurse Case Manager, you will assume full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Continuously evaluating personal and professional performance and making necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. You'll also develop the patient's Plan of care in collaboration with other professionals and implement treatment...

Explore opportunities with Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together. As the Registered Nurse Case Manager, you will assume full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Continuously evaluating personal and professional performance and making necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. You'll also develop the patient's Plan of care in collaboration with other professionals and implement treatment strategies based on scientific nursing theory that promotes physical,...

Encompass Health seeks a Nurse Supervisor to lead nursing care in our inpatient rehabilitation hospital. In this role, you will coordinate and supervise nursing staff, ensure safe, patient-centered rehab care, and support clinical best practices. You will oversee patient assessments, care planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration to promote optimal recovery outcomes. The Nurse Supervisor will mentor staff, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives, all within a nurturing, dynamic, and rewarding environment that promotes career growth and professional development. Responsibilities Supervise and coordinate daily activities of nursing staff on assigned unit Provide and oversee specialized nursing care for inpatient rehab patients Conduct and review patient assessments and develop individualized care plans Collaborate with interdisciplinary rehab team to optimize patient outcomes Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, safety...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Medical Assistant performs various patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. They assist the professional and technical nursing staff by performing any delegated duties, specialized procedures and assists with the care of clinic patients. To perform all other duties assigned. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Receives patient from the waiting room and escorts the patient to the exam room. Assists with patient education in conjunction with the physician and/or mid level provider. Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight, chief complaint, medication and allergies in the patient medical record. Records any other department specific information in patient chart. Adheres to all government documentation requirements. Records and/or reconciles medical, surgical and family...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Under the direction of the supervisor or lead person, transports patients and visitors of all ages to and from various clinics and nursing units within the hospital as requested. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Patient Escort Supervisor RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Adheres to LCMH policies to properly identify patients using 2 patient identifiers. Adheres to hand off communication policy. Maintains patient safety by correctly securing patients on transfer device. Utilizes proper body mechanics when transporting patients. Knowledge of hospital/clinic layout and utilizes safest and most expedient route for patients delivery. Maintains direct communication with the patient while transporting to ensure patient comfort and security. Prioritizes transport requests. Assists in mail collection and/or delivery when duties allow. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and...

**Job Summary:** Under the direction of the supervisor or lead person, the Transporter will be responsible for transporting patients and visitors of all ages to and from various clinics and nursing units within the hospital as requested. This role reports directly to the Patient Escort Supervisor. **Responsibilities and Duties:** - Adhere to hospital policies for properly identifying patients using 2 patient identifiers. - Follow hand-off communication policies. - Maintain patient safety by securing patients correctly on transfer devices. - Use proper body mechanics when transporting patients. - Have knowledge of hospital/clinic layout and choose the safest and most expedient route for patient delivery. - Maintain direct communication with the patient during transportation to ensure comfort and security. - Prioritize transport requests. - Assist in mail collection and/or delivery when duties allow. **

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Medical Assistant performs various patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. They assist the professional and technical nursing staff by performing any delegated duties, specialized procedures and assists with the care of clinic patients. To perform all other duties assigned. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Receives patient from the waiting room and escorts the patient to the exam room. Assists with patient education in conjunction with the physician and/or mid level provider. Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight, chief complaint, medication and allergies in the patient medical record. Records any other department specific information in patient chart. Adheres to all government documentation requirements. Records and/or reconciles medical, surgical and family...

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job acts as a supervisor and provider of care at the point of care to individuals and cohorts of patients within a unit. Evaluates nursing interventions by coordinating, delegating and supervising care provided by the healthcare team of licensed nurses, registered nurses, and patient care technicians. Serves as a resource to staff for patient care assessment, planning, and evaluation of nursing interventions and facilitates problem resolution through collaboration with unit...

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. Effectively delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members. Assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes, exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions, and maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement...

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job patient plans of care; provides and manages care to individuals and cohorts of patients within a unit; designs, implements and evaluates nursing interventions by coordinating, delegating and supervising the care provided by the healthcare team, including licensed nurses, patient care technicians and other health professionals; and facilitates effective and efficient discharge planning. Provides a significant communication link between Unit Director, staff, patients,...

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: The Psychiatric Case Manager supervises day to day functions of the department and staff. The manager actively seeks areas for department to improve (i.e - reduction in denials) &/ or be more efficient. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Director of Psychiatric Services RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Prepares information for notification letters for providers and employees. Performs utilization review in accordance with all state mandated regulations. Maintains compliance with regulation changes affecting utilization management. Performs continuing review on medical records and identification and need of on-going hospitalization. Reviews patients' records and evaluates patient progress. Obtains and reviews necessary medical reports and subsequent treatment plan requests to conduct review. Reviews and validates physician's orders, reports progress and unusual occurrences on patients. Receives & processes requests for...