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To coordinate, implement, and plan nursing care in a timely and accurate manner.

Position Requirements

• Earned a nursing diploma or degree from a college or university.
• Licensed in the State of Tennessee.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• For 3rd floor telemetry unit: Basic arrhythmia within 6 months of hire
• For 3rd floor telemetry unit: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For 3rd floor telemetry unit: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification within 6 months of hire
• For float pool and float pool extended: Basic arrhythmia within 6 months of hire
• For float pool and float pool extended: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For float pool and float pool extended: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: Basic arrhythmia within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: AACN, CCRN or CCP certification within two years of hire
• For Oncology: ONS chemo/immunotherapy certification within one year of hire
• For Adult Emergency Room: At least one year of emergency experience preferred
• For Adult Emergency Room: TNCC Preferred
• For Adult Emergency Room: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For Adult Emergency Room: PALS within 6 months of hire
• For Adult Emergency Room: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Medical Surgical: At least one year of pediatric in-hospital experience preferred.
• For Pediatric Medical Surgical: PALS within 6 months of hire.
• For Pediatric Medical Surgical: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification (8-hour, non-physical training) within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: At least one year of pediatric emergency experience preferred
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: PALS within 6 months of hire.
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification (8-hour, non-physical training) within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: ENPC or TNCC within 6 months of hire
• ___ Adult Medical Surgical Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Pediatric Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Critical Care Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Oncology Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Adult Emergency Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Pediatric Emergency Patient Care Delivery
• Standard patient care equipment for services provided. The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment: Network Computer System; Omnicell Medication System; Telemetry; Pneumatic Tube System; AT&T Language Line.
• ___ Adult medical/surgical unit with patient population ranging from adolescent to > 99 years of age
• ___ Pediatric medical/surgical unit with patient population ranging from neonate to 21 years of age
• ___ Critical Care unit with patient population ranging from adolescent to > 99 years of age
• ___ Oncology unit with adult patient population
• ___ Adult emergency department with patient population ranging from less than one year of age to > 99 years of age
• ___ Pediatric emergency department with patient population ranging from neonate to 21 years of age.
• Able to communicate in English verbally and legibly.
• Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day
• Able to stand/work for up to twelve hours a day.
• Able to lift with assistance up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Performs a comprehensive assessment on all patients within the appropriate time of admission utilizing skills of observation, communication and examination; including data obtained from patient, family and other members of the healthcare team.
• Plans the patient's care on an individual basis, identifying problems/needs, nursing diagnosis, standards of care/practice, interventions consistent with identified problems and attainable outcomes.
• Plans for patient teaching, discharge and post discharge needs as appropriate for patient population.
• Functions independently with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to areas evidence by adherence to policy, procedure and competency based assessment and no pattern or trend of problem.
• Handles/transports/stores/prepares/administers medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Documents accurately and timely.
• Reassess patient's condition, evaluate patient response and modify plan of care accordingly and in a timely manner.
• Accepts charge responsibilities and assigns staff with consideration of patient condition and care requirement, acuity and complexity of patient's condition. Facilitates staff development
• Maintains healing and therapeutic environment for the patient and family.
• Maintains position specific qualifications.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communications and special assignments.
• Maintains their work areas and personal appearance in a way that reflects our professionalism and demonstrates to our patients, visitors, and coworkers the importance we place on cleanliness, orderliness, and safety.

To coordinate, implement, and plan nursing care in a timely and accurate manner.

Position Requirements

• Earned a nursing diploma or degree from a college or university.
• Licensed in the State of Tennessee.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• For 3rd floor telemetry unit: Basic arrhythmia within 6 months of hire
• For 3rd floor telemetry unit: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For float pool and float pool extended: Basic arrhythmia within 6 months of hire
• For float pool and float pool extended: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For float pool and float pool extended: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: Basic arrhythmia within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: AACN, CCRN or CCP certification within two years of hire
• For Oncology: ONS chemo/immunotherapy certification within one year of hire
• For Adult Emergency Room: At least one year of emergency experience preferred
• For Adult Emergency Room: TNCC Preferred
• For Adult Emergency Room: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For Adult Emergency Room: PALS within 6 months of hire
• For Adult Emergency Room: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Medical Surgical: At least one year of pediatric in-hospital experience preferred.
• For Pediatric Medical Surgical: PALS within 6 months of hire.
• For Pediatric Medical Surgical: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification (8-hour, non-physical training) within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: At least one year of pediatric emergency experience preferred
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: PALS within 6 months of hire.
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification (8-hour, non-physical training) within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: ENPC or TNCC within 6 months of hire
• ___ Adult Medical Surgical Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Pediatric Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Critical Care Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Oncology Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Adult Emergency Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Pediatric Emergency Patient Care Delivery
• Standard patient care equipment for services provided. The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment: Network Computer System; Omnicell Medication System; Telemetry; Pneumatic Tube System; AT&T Language Line.
• ___ Adult medical/surgical unit with patient population ranging from adolescent to > 99 years of age
• ___ Pediatric medical/surgical unit with patient population ranging from neonate to 21 years of age
• ___ Critical Care unit with patient population ranging from adolescent to > 99 years of age
• ___ Oncology unit with adult patient population
• ___ Adult emergency department with patient population ranging from less than one year of age to > 99 years of age
• ___ Pediatric emergency department with patient population ranging from neonate to 21 years of age.
• Able to communicate in English verbally and legibly.
• Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day
• Able to stand/work for up to twelve hours a day.
• Able to lift with assistance up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Performs a comprehensive assessment on all patients within the appropriate time of admission utilizing skills of observation, communication and examination; including data obtained from patient, family and other members of the healthcare team.
• Plans the patient's care on an individual basis, identifying problems/needs, nursing diagnosis, standards of care/practice, interventions consistent with identified problems and attainable outcomes.
• Plans for patient teaching, discharge and post discharge needs as appropriate for patient population.
• Functions independently with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to areas evidence by adherence to policy, procedure and competency based assessment and no pattern or trend of problem.
• Handles/transports/stores/prepares/administers medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Documents accurately and timely.
• Reassess patient's condition, evaluate patient response and modify plan of care accordingly and in a timely manner.
• Accepts charge responsibilities and assigns staff with consideration of patient condition and care requirement, acuity and complexity of patient's condition. Facilitates staff development
• Maintains healing and therapeutic environment for the patient and family.
• Maintains position specific qualifications.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communications and special assignments.
• Maintains their work areas and personal appearance in a way that reflects our professionalism and demonstrates to our patients, visitors, and coworkers the importance we place on cleanliness, orderliness, and safety.

To provide quality obstetric, neonatal, and gynecologic nursing care in an environment that strives to meet patient needs on a holistic level. This is done by incorporating emotional support and education with superior medical and nursing care with the aim of achieving patient well-being.

Position Requirements

• Licensed by the State of Tennessee.
• Earned a nursing diploma or degree from a college or university.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• At least one year perinatal experience preferred.
• NRP within 90 day of hire.
• STABLE certification or agree to obtain within six months of hire.
• ACLS/ALS preferred
• Able to return to work within 1 hour when on call.
• Perinatal Healthcare and Delivery
• Standard patient care equipment for services provided. The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment: Network Computer System; Neonatal Cardiac Monitor; Phototherapy Lights (Bililights and Biliblanket); NICU, Isolettes/Warmers and Transport Isolettes; Infant Security System; Medication System; TcB; Glucometer; Pulse Ox; Mobilab; IV pumps; Syringe feeding pump; PCA pump; SCD pumps; Sara Steady; Language line
• Perinatal/OB-GYN unit with patient population ranging from birth through childbearing age.
• Able to communicate in English verbally and legibly.
• Able to stand/work for up to twelve hours a day.
• Able to push/pull objects up to 175 lbs.
• Able to lift with assistance up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Performs a comprehensive assessment on all patients within the appropriate time of admission utilizing skills of observation, communication and examination; including data obtained from patient, family and other members of the healthcare team.
• Plans the patient's care on an individual basis, identifying problems/needs, nursing diagnosis, standards of care/practice, interventions consistent with identified problems and attainable outcomes.
• Plans for patient teaching, discharge and post discharge needs as appropriate for patient population.
• Functions independently with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to areas evidence by adherence to policy, procedure and competency based assessment and no pattern or trend of problem.
• Handles/ transports/ stores/ prepares/ administers medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Documents accurately and timely.
• Reassess patient's condition, evaluate patient response and modify plan of care accordingly and in a timely manner.
• Accepts charge responsibilities and assigns staff with consideration of patient condition and care requirement, acuity and complexity of patient's condition.
• Maintains healing and therapeutic environment for the patient and family.
• Maintains position specific qualifications. Attends mandatory in-services/staff meetings
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communications, unit duties and special assignments.
• Maintains personal appearance in a way that reflects our professionalism and demonstrates to our patients, visitors and co-workers the importance we place on cleanliness, orderliness, and safety.

Plans, implements, and evaluates surgical patient care in a timely and accurate manner.

Position Requirements

• Licensed by the State of Tennessee.
• Earned a nursing diploma or degree from a college or university.
• Must respond to hospital within thirty minutes for "on call" requirements.
• Previous Surgery experience.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Perioperative Care
• The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment for the following surgical specialties: general, AEM; genitourinary, lithotripsy; ophthalmologic/Phacoemulsification/I&A; plastic; orthopedic/Andrews table/total joint replacement/Captain's Chair/ spinal fixation cases; ENT; obstetric/gynecologic; vascular; oral; Amsco Flash Autoclave; Network computer system, Omnicell Medication System, AT&T Language Line.
• A surgical unit with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine plus years of age.
• Requires the ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day.
• Constantly required to push/pull objects up to 175 lbs.
• Requires the ability to lift and turn patients with assistance up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Performs a comprehensive assessment on all patients utilizing skills of observation, communication and examination. Develops age specific plan of care for each patient identifying problems/needs and communicating nursing plan to health care team.
• Anticipates and provides equipment and supplies in a timely manner and organized manner based on the needs of the patient and surgeon.
• Creates and maintains a sterile field by using principles of aseptic practice in varying situations, initiates corrective action when break in technique occurs, communicates/documents maintenance of sterile field.
• Performs count by following established policy and procedures, initiates corrective action when counts are incorrect, and communicates/documents results of counts.
• Anticipates and provides safe anatomical positioning based on the needs of the patient and surgeon in accordance to policy and procedure.
• Monitors and controls the OR Suite environment (temperature, humidity, and sensory) maintain traffic patterns, and adheres to OR sanitation policies.
• Handles/ transports/ stores/ prepares/ specimens/administers medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Return equipment and supplies to proper place and prepare OR room for next case.
• Uses supplies judiciously and documents patient charges completely and accurately.
• Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel, and participates in the development of educational program for co-workers.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communication.
• Return promptly from breaks and give breaks as needed.

To coordinate, implement, and plan nursing care in a timely and accurate manner.

Position Requirements

• Earned a nursing diploma or degree from a college or university.
• Licensed in the State of Tennessee.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• For 3rd floor telemetry unit: Basic arrhythmia within 6 months of hire
• For 3rd floor telemetry unit: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For float pool and float pool extended: Basic arrhythmia within 6 months of hire
• For float pool and float pool extended: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For float pool and float pool extended: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: Basic arrhythmia within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification within 6 months of hire
• For critical care: AACN, CCRN or CCP certification within two years of hire
• For Oncology: ONS chemo/immunotherapy certification within one year of hire
• For Adult Emergency Room: At least one year of emergency experience preferred
• For Adult Emergency Room: TNCC Preferred
• For Adult Emergency Room: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For Adult Emergency Room: PALS within 6 months of hire
• For Adult Emergency Room: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Medical Surgical: At least one year of pediatric in-hospital experience preferred.
• For Pediatric Medical Surgical: PALS within 6 months of hire.
• For Pediatric Medical Surgical: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification (8-hour, non-physical training) within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: At least one year of pediatric emergency experience preferred
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: PALS within 6 months of hire.
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: ACLS within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification (8-hour, non-physical training) within 6 months of hire
• For Pediatric Emergency Room: ENPC or TNCC within 6 months of hire
• ___ Adult Medical Surgical Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Pediatric Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Critical Care Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Oncology Patient Care Delivery
• Adult Emergency Patient Care Delivery
• ___ Pediatric Emergency Patient Care Delivery
• Standard patient care equipment for services provided. The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment: Network Computer System; Omnicell Medication System; Telemetry; Pneumatic Tube System; AT&T Language Line.
• ___ Adult medical/surgical unit with patient population ranging from adolescent to > 99 years of age
• ___ Pediatric medical/surgical unit with patient population ranging from neonate to 21 years of age
• ___ Critical Care unit with patient population ranging from adolescent to > 99 years of age
• ___ Oncology unit with adult patient population
• Adult emergency department with patient population ranging from less than one year of age to > 99 years of age
• ___ Pediatric emergency department with patient population ranging from neonate to 21 years of age.
• Able to communicate in English verbally and legibly.
• Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day
• Able to stand/work for up to twelve hours a day.
• Able to lift with assistance up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Performs a comprehensive assessment on all patients within the appropriate time of admission utilizing skills of observation, communication and examination; including data obtained from patient, family and other members of the healthcare team.
• Plans the patient's care on an individual basis, identifying problems/needs, nursing diagnosis, standards of care/practice, interventions consistent with identified problems and attainable outcomes.
• Plans for patient teaching, discharge and post discharge needs as appropriate for patient population.
• Functions independently with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to areas evidence by adherence to policy, procedure and competency based assessment and no pattern or trend of problem.
• Handles/transports/stores/prepares/administers medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Documents accurately and timely.
• Reassess patient's condition, evaluate patient response and modify plan of care accordingly and in a timely manner.
• Accepts charge responsibilities and assigns staff with consideration of patient condition and care requirement, acuity and complexity of patient's condition. Facilitates staff development.
• Maintains healing and therapeutic environment for the patient and family.
• Maintains position specific qualifications.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communications and special assignments.
• Maintains their work areas and personal appearance in a way that reflects our professionalism and demonstrates to our patients, visitors, and coworkers the importance we place on cleanliness, orderliness, and safety.

Plans, implements, and evaluates ambulatory surgical patient care in a timely and accurate manner.

Position Requirements

• High school graduate.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Surgical Technologists must meet one (1) or more of the following: Successfully completed a nationally accredited surgical technology program and holds and maintains certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; Successfully completed an accredited surgical technologist program; Has not, as of the date of hire, obtained certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; and Obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of the program. Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the armed forces of the United Sates, the national guard, or the United States public health service; or Performed surgical technology services as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility on or before May 21, 2007, and has been designated by the healthcare facility as being competent to perform surgical technology services based on prior experience or specialized training validated by competency in current practice.
• For persons not holding certification but is otherwise eligible, shall complete fifteen (15) hours of continuing education or contact hours annually to remain qualified for employment and shall submit verification each year.
• Perioperative Care
• The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment for the following surgical specialties: general, AEM; genitourinary, lithotripsy; ophthalmologic/Phacoemulsification/I&A; plastic; orthopedic/Andrews table/total joint replacement/Captain's Chair/ spinal fixation cases; ENT; obstetric/gynecologic; vascular; oral; Amsco Flash Autoclave; Network computer system, Omnicell Medication System, AT&T Language Line.
• A surgical unit with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine plus years of age.
• Requires the ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day.
• Constantly required to push/pull objects up to 175 lbs.
• Requires the ability to lift and turn patients with assistance up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Collaborates with appropriate surgical team members to effectively coordinate the delivery of patient care in a timely manner.
• Anticipates and provides equipment and supplies in a timely manner and organized manner based on the needs of the patient and surgeon.
• Creates and maintains a sterile field by using principles of aseptic practice in varying situations, initiates corrective action when break in technique occurs, communicates/documents maintenance of sterile field.
• Handles/ transports/ prepares medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs counts by following established policy and procedures, initiates corrective action when counts are incorrect, and communicates results of counts.
• Assists with control of the OR Suite environment (temperature, humidity, and sensory) maintain traffic patterns, and adheres to OR sanitation policies.
• Return equipment and supplies to proper place and prepare OR room for next case.
• Demonstrates responsibility for cost containment using supplies judiciously and documents patient charges completely and accurately.
• Maintain position specific qualification
• Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel, and participates in the development of educational program for co-workers.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communication.
• Returns promptly from breaks and gives breaks as needed. Completes special assignments, pulls cases for the next day.

The role of the Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Tech is to provide DME services to the patients of Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee.

Position Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent, required. Clinical background or Athletic Training education preferred. Must be versed in anatomy. Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapy Techs, Personal Trainers, and all allied health professionals encouraged to apply.
• At least one year of experience in a medical setting with some prior Durable Medical Equipment or similar experience is preferred.
• This position requires a fundamental knowledge of technical work with orthopedic devices and bracing related activities. Clinical work is performed under the general supervision of a licensed patient care professional. Competent in the use of standard medical office equipment and medical supplies including computers with appropriate medical software, facsimile machines, copying machines and telephones.
• Orthopedic medical practice office.
• Stooping, turning, bending, squatting, kneeling and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds; constant/repetitive standing; requires normal, correctable vision and hearing, and the ability to accurately discern color as necessary to perform job functions. Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English.

Key Results

• Fit patients for Durable Medical Equipment (DME) as directed by Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner.
• Provide patient education regarding use of the appropriate DME.
• Provide troubleshooting services to patients who have questions regarding their prescribed DME products.
• Responsible for entering charges for DME that is dispensed into the Electronic Medical Records system.
• Use of DonJoy's MotionMD system for inventory tracking, and set up Rental agreements and tracking systems.
• Triage/multi-task based on needs and priority of a high volume clinic.
• Insure that all necessary documentation and authorization is obtained as it relates to payer requirements.
• Attend to patients post operatively to dispense post-op required equipment and educating depending on the physicians order and prescription.
• Observes universal precautions.
• Communicates effectively with patients/families and the clinical team in a manner that promotes positive working relationships.
• Maintains work area and personal appearance in a way that reflects professionalism and demonstrates to our patients, visitors and coworkers the importance we place on cleanliness, orderliness and safety.
• Duties also included any other requests from the DME Coordintors, CEO, ClinicManager or Coordinator, Physicians, Clinical staff and patients that included problem solving, critical thinking, and ensuring the clients are always satisfied.

POSITION SUMMARY

Plans, implements, and evaluates surgical patient care in a timely and accurate manner. 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education / Training:

1. High school graduate.
2. Must respond to the hospital within thirty minutes for “on call” requirements.
3. Previous scrub tech experience or graduate of scrub tech school
4. Earned a Surgical Technology diploma or degree from a college or university or has 18 months experience prior to July 1, 2006
5. Current certification through NBSTSA or equivalent, within 6 months of employment

Workplace Experience:
Peri operative Care

Equipment and Skills Training:
The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment for the following surgical specialties: general, AEM; genitourinary, lithotripsy; ophthalmologic/Phacoemulsification/I&A; plastic; orthopedic/Andrews table/total joint replacement/Captain’s Chair/ spinal fixation cases; ENT; obstetric/gynecologic; vascular; oral; Amsco Flash Autoclave; Network computer system, Omnicell Medication System, AT&T Language Line.

Physical Environment:
A surgical unit with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine plus years of age.

Physical Effort:

1. Requires the ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
2. Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day.
3. Constantly required to push/pull objects up to 175 lbs.
4. Requires the ability to lift and turn patients with assistance up to 250 lbs.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

1. Collaborates with appropriate surgical team members to effectively coordinate the delivery of patient care in a timely manner.
2. Anticipates and provides equipment and supplies in a timely manner and organized manner based on the needs of the patient and surgeon.
3. Creates and maintains a sterile field by using principles of aseptic practice in varying situations, initiates corrective action when break in technique occurs, communicates/documents maintenance of sterile field.
4. Handles/ transports/ prepares medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
5. Performs counts by following established policy and procedures, initiates corrective action when counts are incorrect, and communicates results of counts.
6. Assists with control of the OR Suite environment (temperature, humidity, and sensory) maintain traffic patterns, and adheres to OR sanitation policies.
7. Return equipment and supplies to proper place and prepare OR room for next case.
8. Demonstrates responsibility for cost containment using supplies judiciously and documents patient charges completely and accurately.
9. Maintain position specific qualification
10. Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel, and participates in the development of educational program for co-workers.
11. Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communication.
12. Returns promptly from breaks and gives breaks as needed.
13. Completes special assignments, pulls cases that are add-ons and prepares for the next day.

Plans, implements, and evaluates ambulatory surgical patient care in a timely and accurate manner.

Position Requirements

• High school graduate.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Surgical Technologists must meet one (1) or more of the following: Successfully completed a nationally accredited surgical technology program and holds and maintains certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; Successfully completed an accredited surgical technologist program; Has not, as of the date of hire, obtained certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; and Obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of the program. Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the armed forces of the United Sates, the national guard, or the United States public health service; or Performed surgical technology services as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility on or before May 21, 2007, and has been designated by the healthcare facility as being competent to perform surgical technology services based on prior experience or specialized training validated by competency in current practice.
• For persons not holding certification but is otherwise eligible, shall complete fifteen (15) hours of continuing education or contact hours annually to remain qualified for employment and shall submit verification each year.
• Perioperative Care
• The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment for the following surgical specialties: general, AEM; genitourinary, lithotripsy; ophthalmologic/Phacoemulsification/I&A; plastic; orthopedic/Andrews table/total joint replacement/Captain's Chair/ spinal fixation cases; ENT; obstetric/gynecologic; vascular; oral; Amsco Flash Autoclave; Network computer system, Omnicell Medication System, AT&T Language Line.
• A surgical unit with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine plus years of age.
• Requires the ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day.
• Constantly required to push/pull objects up to 175 lbs.
• Requires the ability to lift and turn patients with assistance up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Collaborates with appropriate surgical team members to effectively coordinate the delivery of patient care in a timely manner.
• Anticipates and provides equipment and supplies in a timely manner and organized manner based on the needs of the patient and surgeon.
• Creates and maintains a sterile field by using principles of aseptic practice in varying situations, initiates corrective action when break in technique occurs, communicates/documents maintenance of sterile field.
• Handles/ transports/ prepares medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs counts by following established policy and procedures, initiates corrective action when counts are incorrect, and communicates results of counts.
• Assists with control of the OR Suite environment (temperature, humidity, and sensory) maintain traffic patterns, and adheres to OR sanitation policies.
• Return equipment and supplies to proper place and prepare OR room for next case.
• Demonstrates responsibility for cost containment using supplies judiciously and documents patient charges completely and accurately.
• Maintain position specific qualification
• Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel, and participates in the development of educational program for co-workers.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communication.
• Returns promptly from breaks and gives breaks as needed. Completes special assignments, pulls cases for the next day.

Plans, implements, and evaluates surgical patient care in a timely and accurate manner.

Position Requirements

• High school graduate.
• Must respond to hospital within thirty minutes for "on call" requirements.
• Previous First Assist experience or one year scrub tech experience
• Perioperative Care
• The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment for the following surgical specialties: general, AEM; genitourinary, lithotripsy; ophthalmologic/Phacoemulsification/I&A; plastic; orthopedic/Andrews table/total joint replacement/Captain's Chair/ spinal fixation cases; ENT; obstetric/gynecologic; vascular; oral; Amsco Flash Autoclave; Network computer system, Omnicell Medication System, AT&T Language Line.
• A surgical unit with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine plus years of age.
• Requires the ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day.
• Constantly required to push/pull objects up to 175 lbs.
• Requires the ability to lift and turn patients, with assistance, up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Collaborates with appropriate surgical team members to effectively coordinate the delivery of patient care in a timely manner.
• Anticipates and provides equipment and supplies in an organized timely manner based on the needs of the patient and surgeon.
• Creates and maintains a sterile field by using principles of aseptic practice in varying situations, initiates corrective action when break in technique occurs, communicates/documents maintenance of sterile field.
• Anticipates and provides safe anatomical positioning based on the needs of the patient and surgeon in accordance to policy and procedure.
• Assists with control of the OR Suite environment (temperature, humidity, and sensory) maintain traffic patterns, and adheres to OR sanitation policies.
• Handles/ transports/ prepares medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Return equipment and supplies to proper place and prepare OR room for next case.
• Demonstrates responsibility for cost containment using supplies judiciously and documents patient charges completely and accurately.
• Maintain position specific qualification
• Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel, and participates in the development of educational program for co-workers.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communication.
• Return promptly from breaks and give breaks as needed, completes special assignments, pulls cases that are add-ons for the next day.

Plans, implements, and evaluates surgical patient care in a timely and accurate manner.

Position Requirements

• High school graduate.
• Must respond to hospital within thirty minutes for "on call" requirements.
• Previous First Assist experience or one year scrub tech experience
• Perioperative Care
• The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment for the following surgical specialties: general, AEM; genitourinary, lithotripsy; ophthalmologic/Phacoemulsification/I&A; plastic; orthopedic/Andrews table/total joint replacement/Captain's Chair/ spinal fixation cases; ENT; obstetric/gynecologic; vascular; oral; Amsco Flash Autoclave; Network computer system, Omnicell Medication System, AT&T Language Line.
• A surgical unit with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine plus years of age.
• Requires the ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day.
• Constantly required to push/pull objects up to 175 lbs.
• Requires the ability to lift and turn patients, with assistance, up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Collaborates with appropriate surgical team members to effectively coordinate the delivery of patient care in a timely manner.
• Anticipates and provides equipment and supplies in an organized timely manner based on the needs of the patient and surgeon.
• Creates and maintains a sterile field by using principles of aseptic practice in varying situations, initiates corrective action when break in technique occurs, communicates/documents maintenance of sterile field.
• Anticipates and provides safe anatomical positioning based on the needs of the patient and surgeon in accordance to policy and procedure.
• Assists with control of the OR Suite environment (temperature, humidity, and sensory) maintain traffic patterns, and adheres to OR sanitation policies.
• Handles/ transports/ prepares medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Return equipment and supplies to proper place and prepare OR room for next case.
• Demonstrates responsibility for cost containment using supplies judiciously and documents patient charges completely and accurately.
• Maintain position specific qualification
• Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel, and participates in the development of educational program for co-workers.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communication.
• Return promptly from breaks and give breaks as needed, completes special assignments, pulls cases that are add-ons for the next day.

Plans, implements, and evaluates ambulatory surgical patient care in a timely and accurate manner.

Position Requirements

• High school graduate.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Surgical Technologists must meet one (1) or more of the following: Successfully completed a nationally accredited surgical technology program and holds and maintains certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; Successfully completed an accredited surgical technologist program; Has not, as of the date of hire, obtained certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; and Obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of the program. Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the armed forces of the United Sates, the national guard, or the United States public health service; or Performed surgical technology services as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility on or before May 21, 2007, and has been designated by the healthcare facility as being competent to perform surgical technology services based on prior experience or specialized training validated by competency in current practice.
• For persons not holding certification but is otherwise eligible, shall complete fifteen (15) hours of continuing education or contact hours annually to remain qualified for employment and shall submit verification each year.
• Perioperative Care
• The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment for the following surgical specialties: general, AEM; genitourinary, lithotripsy; ophthalmologic/Phacoemulsification/I&A; plastic; orthopedic/Andrews table/total joint replacement/Captain's Chair/ spinal fixation cases; ENT; obstetric/gynecologic; vascular; oral; Amsco Flash Autoclave; Network computer system, Omnicell Medication System, AT&T Language Line.
• A surgical unit with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine plus years of age.
• Requires the ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day.
• Constantly required to push/pull objects up to 175 lbs.
• Requires the ability to lift and turn patients with assistance up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Collaborates with appropriate surgical team members to effectively coordinate the delivery of patient care in a timely manner.
• Anticipates and provides equipment and supplies in a timely manner and organized manner based on the needs of the patient and surgeon.
• Creates and maintains a sterile field by using principles of aseptic practice in varying situations, initiates corrective action when break in technique occurs, communicates/documents maintenance of sterile field.
• Handles/ transports/ prepares medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs counts by following established policy and procedures, initiates corrective action when counts are incorrect, and communicates results of counts.
• Assists with control of the OR Suite environment (temperature, humidity, and sensory) maintain traffic patterns, and adheres to OR sanitation policies.
• Return equipment and supplies to proper place and prepare OR room for next case.
• Demonstrates responsibility for cost containment using supplies judiciously and documents patient charges completely and accurately.
• Maintain position specific qualification
• Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel, and participates in the development of educational program for co-workers.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communication.
• Returns promptly from breaks and gives breaks as needed. Completes special assignments, pulls cases for the next day.

Plans, implements, and evaluates ambulatory surgical patient care in a timely and accurate manner.

Position Requirements

• High school graduate.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Surgical Technologists must meet one (1) or more of the following: Successfully completed a nationally accredited surgical technology program and holds and maintains certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; Successfully completed an accredited surgical technologist program; Has not, as of the date of hire, obtained certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body that certifies surgical technologists and is recognized by the health facilities commission; and Obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of the program. Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the armed forces of the United Sates, the national guard, or the United States public health service; or Performed surgical technology services as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility on or before May 21, 2007, and has been designated by the healthcare facility as being competent to perform surgical technology services based on prior experience or specialized training validated by competency in current practice.
• For persons not holding certification but is otherwise eligible, shall complete fifteen (15) hours of continuing education or contact hours annually to remain qualified for employment and shall submit verification each year.
• Perioperative Care
• The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment for the following surgical specialties: general, AEM; genitourinary, lithotripsy; ophthalmologic/Phacoemulsification/I&A; plastic; orthopedic/Andrews table/total joint replacement/Captain's Chair/ spinal fixation cases; ENT; obstetric/gynecologic; vascular; oral; Amsco Flash Autoclave; Network computer system, Omnicell Medication System, AT&T Language Line.
• A surgical unit with patient population ranging from less than one year of age> ninety-nine plus years of age.
• Requires the ability to communicate in English orally and in writing.
• Requires prolonged standing and working for up to twelve hours a day.
• Constantly required to push/pull objects up to 175 lbs.
• Requires the ability to lift and turn patients with assistance up to 250 lbs.

Key Results

• Collaborates with appropriate surgical team members to effectively coordinate the delivery of patient care in a timely manner.
• Anticipates and provides equipment and supplies in a timely manner and organized manner based on the needs of the patient and surgeon.
• Creates and maintains a sterile field by using principles of aseptic practice in varying situations, initiates corrective action when break in technique occurs, communicates/documents maintenance of sterile field.
• Handles/ transports/ prepares medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs counts by following established policy and procedures, initiates corrective action when counts are incorrect, and communicates results of counts.
• Assists with control of the OR Suite environment (temperature, humidity, and sensory) maintain traffic patterns, and adheres to OR sanitation policies.
• Return equipment and supplies to proper place and prepare OR room for next case.
• Demonstrates responsibility for cost containment using supplies judiciously and documents patient charges completely and accurately.
• Maintain position specific qualification
• Facilitates staff development, assists with the orientation and training of new personnel, and participates in the development of educational program for co-workers.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communication.
• Returns promptly from breaks and gives breaks as needed. Completes special assignments, pulls cases for the next day.

POSITION SUMMARY

To provide high quality Echo procedures to our patients and physicians in a respectful and efficient manner while providing those services in a safe and clean environment.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Formal Education / Training:
Earned a degree/certificate from an accredited Echocardiography program. Must be registered or registry eligible in Echocardiography. Proficient in performing TEE studies, stress echo studies, and use of contrast.
BLS is required within 90 days of hire.

Workplace Experience:
Preference of at least two years of work experience after graduation.

Equipment and Skills Training:
Will train on specific equipment and processes in Echo at Williamson Health.

Physical Environment:
Multimodality imaging department that provides Echocardiograms. Works with cardiologists during TEE’s and Cardioversions.

Physical Effort:
Possesses the ability to perform multifunctional tasks to include: physically manipulate and operate equipment, assist in the movement of patients from wheelchairs to stretchers; bend, twist, stoop; lift 20 pounds; communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing; make appropriate judgment decisions in urgent or emergency situations; and demonstrate emotional stability and psychological health in day-to-day interaction with fellow employees, patients, their families, and physicians. Must be willing to take call for STAT, Urgent, and Routine studies after hours and on weekends and must be available within 30 minutes for STAT Procedures.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

1. Checks patient identification and physician order to ensure accuracy of request before proceeding with study.
2. Recognizes abnormal studies and reports appropriately. Understands proper use of Definity.
3. Seeks opportunities to assist in other areas during downtime periods and always makes good use of time.
4. Correctly records preliminary calculations and post measurements and findings.
5. Assist Cardiologists during TEE’s and Cardioversions.
6. Shows leadership and teamwork in difficult situations and makes appropriate decisions.
7. Volunteers for overtime and fill-in when needed.
8. Performs high quality studies consistently and follows pre-determined standards (protocols) and procedures for all echocardiography studies.
9. Communicates and follows through with fellow employees to ensure that all requests from physicians and patients are completed.
10. Willing to provide portable studies for patients when it is in the best interest of the patient as deemed necessary by the patient’s nurse or nursing supervisor.
11. Utilizes knowledge of anatomy and disease processes to accurately communicate patient pathology to Cardiologist.
12. Responds in a timely manner when on call.