15 counseling jobs found in Decatur, AL

Overview Job Summary:  The Program Director provides strategic, operational, educational, and clinical leadership for the ACGME-accredited Family Medicine Residency Program. The Program Director is responsible for accreditation compliance, curriculum oversight, faculty development, resident education, quality improvement, scholarly activity, financial stewardship, and institutional collaboration.   Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Provide overall leadership for the Family Medicine Residency Program. Maintain continuous compliance with ACGME Institutional, Common, and Family Medicine Program Requirements. Develop and implement strategic plans that support the program's mission and institutional goals. Ensure high-quality clinical education while promoting patient safety and resident well-being....

Overview Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Under direct supervisor utilizes knowledge and skills to assist in assigned direct patient care as appropriate to the patient’s physical and developmental age, maintaining a primary focus on a safe and therapeutic environment Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions 1.  Under supervision participates in designated education sessions with patients. Pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. 2.  Provides basic patient care with minimal supervision within established policies and the assigned patient’s plan of care. Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. 3.  Motivates patients to participate in activities of daily living and unit program within their physical and mental capabilities.  Pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. 4.  Promptly reports patient changes, problems, complaints or request...

Overview Job Summary:     Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. In addition, the nurse director leads and manages all aspects of the nursing department(s):  delivery of nursing care, financial/resource management, quality of care, personnel management, service excellence and daily operations.   Ensure compliance with regulatory standards applicable to the assigned area of nursing practice.   Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions   1. Demonstrates all key responsibilities and essential functions of the Registered Nurse for pediatric, adolescent, and adult populations. 2. Demonstrates knowledge of CMS, The Joint Commission, and Quality Metrics in order to establish processes that meet educational requirements and compliance of staff. 3. Demonstrates knowledge of EMTALA guidelines in order to establish admission and exclusionary criteria for...

Overview Job Summary: While demonstrating through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values, the Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at Decatur Morgan Hospital by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health or supports a peaceful death.  The RN utilizes the best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey.  The RN accepts responsibility, authority and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Clinical Practice and Patient Care Performs initial and ongoing nursing assessments, identifying...

Overview The Receptionist is the first person the patient sees and, therefore, must present a caring and friendly attitude.  He/she answers the telephone and relays messages to appropriate  departments or personnel.  The Receptionist is capable of using the computer software to input patient and billing information.  The Receptionist is responsible for the collection of any monies and the posting of such to the correct patient account.  Perform opening and closing procedures of the facility as scheduled. Qualifications Education Required ·         Education Required ·         High School Diploma or GED required.       Experience ·         Experience ·         Clinic setting experience is preferred. About Us Our Mission:  Be the Difference Our Vision: Excellence Always Our Values: Safety,...

Overview Facilitates resource management activities for inpatients based on identified patients. Coordinates patient’s transition from hospital to home through collaboration with physicians, nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to enhance continuity of patient care, promote cost effective utilization of resources and enhance patient, nurse and physician satisfaction. Provides psychosocial assessment, resources and intervention to hospitalized patients. Qualifications Education:  Require BS degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university and current Alabama licensure. Experience:  Two years hospital experience preferred. Comparable combination of education and experience will be considered.  Previous discharge planning or hospital based social service experience very beneficial. Additional Skills/Abilities:  Social Workers are expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, to be...

Overview Prepares the patient and/or patient’s family to transition from the hospital to the next appropriate care setting based on their individual needs.  Applies their understanding of medical conditions, insurance coverage and how physical/psychosocial may affect the patient once a patient leaves the medical setting to plan and initiate an individualized discharge plan.  Provide clinical information to payers and/or post-acute providers in order to obtain authorizations for hospitalized patients. Qualifications Education required : Bachelor of Social Work (unless MSW required for licensing) from an accredited institution Education preferred: Masters of Social Work from an accredited institution preferred Experience: 3+ years acute care hospital experience preferred License/Certificates: Licensed Medical Social Worker (i.e. LSW, LCSW, ACSW, etc) in Alabama OR Licensed in Alabama within 6 months of...

Overview Facilitates resource management activities for inpatients based on identified patients. Coordinates patient’s transition from hospital to home through collaboration with physicians, nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to enhance continuity of patient care, promote cost effective utilization of resources and enhance patient, nurse and physician satisfaction. Provides psychosocial assessment, resources and intervention to hospitalized patients. Qualifications Education:  Require BS degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university and current Alabama licensure. Experience:  Two years hospital experience preferred. Comparable combination of education and experience will be considered.  Previous discharge planning or hospital based social service experience very beneficial. Additional Skills/Abilities:  Social Workers are expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, to be...

Overview The RN identifies patient needs and priorities for care though assessment. The RN plans and delegates care based on patient needs. The RN evaluates the patient's response to care and the attainment of or progress toward expected outcomes. The RN is accountable for outcomes of patient care delivered during the assigned shift. Qualifications Education:  Graduate of state board School of Nursing with current Alabama or multi-state licensure Experience:  Experience preferred; new graduates accepted. Additional Skill/Abilities:  BLS required before the conclusion of the orientation period. ACLS within one year of hire.

Overview The charge nurse identifies patient needs and priorities for care though assessment. The charge nurse plans and delegates care based on patient needs. The charge nurse evaluates the patient's response to care and the attainment of or progress toward expected outcomes. The charge nurse is accountable for outcomes of patient care delivered during the assigned shift. The charge nurse acts as collaborative member of the clinical team in providing continuity of and quality patient care. The charge nurse is responsible for the collection of data to include PI, infection control, and other quality control activities. Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsible for the overall unity activities for assigned shift, observing personnel in the work situation, giving direction when needed and following up on observed deficiencies. Leadership in achieving work properly, dealing with other departments effectively, maintaining morale,...

Overview The RN identifies patient needs and priorities for care though assessment. The RN plans and delegates care based on patient needs. The RN evaluates the patient's response to care and the attainment of or progress toward expected outcomes. The RN is accountable for outcomes of patient care delivered during the assigned shift. Qualifications Education:  Graduate of state board School of Nursing with current Alabama or multi-state licensure Experience:  Experience preferred; new graduates accepted. Additional Skill/Abilities:  BLS required before the conclusion of the orientation period. ACLS within one year of hire.

Overview The RN identifies patient needs and priorities for care though assessment. The RN plans and delegates care based on patient needs. The RN evaluates the patient's response to care and the attainment of or progress toward expected outcomes. The RN is accountable for outcomes of patient care delivered during the assigned shift. Qualifications Education:  Graduate of state board School of Nursing with current Alabama or multi-state licensure Experience:  Experience preferred; new graduates accepted. Additional Skill/Abilities:  BLS required before the conclusion of the orientation period. ACLS within one year of hire.

Overview The Licensed Practical Nurse provides patient care under the direction of the RN. The LPN performs technical nursing procedures according to established policies and procedures, assists and reinforces routine education plans, and documents patient care appropriately. The LPN communicates and interacts with other team members to facilitate teamwork and delivery of quality care. Responsibilities Responsibilities The Licensed Practical Nurse provides patient care under the direction of the RN. The LPN performs technical nursing procedures according to established policies and procedures, assists and reinforces routine education plans, and documents patient care appropriately. The LPN communicates and interacts with other team members to facilitate teamwork and delivery of quality care. Qualifications Qualifications Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required Education: Graduate of...

About Us Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers. Marshall Medical Centers , an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends. Marshall Medical Center South is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. Marshall Medical Center North , in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several...

Overview Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager, performs venipunctures and capillary punctures, collects throat swabs for culture, and instructs patients on proper collection of urine specimens.  Accesses computers for ordering tests, printing labels, and collecting demographic data.  Assists in clerical tasks.  Assures that collecting area is adequately stocked with supplies. Prints ‘Specimen Collection’ reports and responds appropriately to all uncollected work listed on the report.  The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements which may be inherent in the position.   1.     Collects blood specimens from in-patients and out-patients and places the specimens in appropriate depts. 2.     Prints Outstanding Orders reports and responds appropriately to specimens...