Plans and provides activities for patients conducive to recovery. Encourages patient responsibility in social, recreational, and leisure activities in a safe, clean, controlled environment.
Experience: Related experience and OR-CSR Technician designation preferred
Skills: Ability to communicate clearly in English, both orally and in writing. Previous work
experience in specialty area. Working knowledge of computer systems and software.
Ability to perform diversified duties with in high degree of accuracy
Experience: Related experience and OR-CSR Technician designation preferred
Skills: Ability to communicate clearly in English, both orally and in writing. Previous work
experience in specialty area. Working knowledge of computer systems and software.
Ability to perform diversified duties with in high degree of accuracy
Responsibilities:
- Assesses plans, administers, and evaluates patients receiving all respiratory care modalities as ordered by a physician or as delineated by medical center protocols.
- Responsible for the delivery of respiratory care services to the in-patient, out-patient and emergency room population.
- Actively participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the delivery of quality patient care.
- Provides emergency, critical care, and general care respiratory services to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Assesses, plans, administrers, administers, and evaluates patients receiving all respiratory care modalities as ordered by a physician or as delineated by medical center protocols. Actively participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the delivery of quality patient care. Provides emergency, critical care, and general care respiratory services to neonatal, pedatric, adolescent, and adult and geriatric patients.
- Administers diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care modalities in a competent manner.
- Performs diagnostic respiratory care procedure.
- Maintains and monitors respiratory related equipment.
- Assists in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation.
- Delivers on a daily basis, therapeutic respiratory care modalities, according to department policies and procedures by processing requests for procedures from patient care units and confirming physicians orders in patient charts and establishing a patient care plan for each patient, regularly updating knowledge of techniques and regulations appropriate to the ages of patients served.
- Evaluates the effects of therapies and makes records to the physician. Communicates clearly and tactfully with patients.
- Performs on a daily basis check of resuscitation equipment and emergency oxygen supply.
- Delivers and maintains on a daily basis oxygen equipment as ordered by physician.
- Stocks on a daily basis respiratory therapy supplies throughout the hospital.
- Maintains, cleans and performs, as needed, functional checks of department equipment
Main Function: Operates sonographic equipment to produce images for interpretation and maintain the integrity and quality of the Vascular Department. Performs non-invasive vascular techniques including carotid artery scan, PVR’s, and all related studies. The vascular tech must possess the knowledge and skill levels that demonstrate quality performance and productivity in a patient-oriented environment. Other related duties and responsibilities as determined by the hospital at its sole and exclusive discretion.
RN is responsible for assessing, implementing and evaluating the delivery care; the professional nurse assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team which may include coordination of services with rehabilitation staff to maximize the patient's independence to return to their prior residence;
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for assisting Physicians, Nurses and other medical staff with providing patient care by following policies, procedures, professional guidelines and provides clinical and clerical support such as assistance with medical procedures, cleaning of equipment, filing, retrieval of information and performance of screening examinations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Take patient medical history
- Explain treatments or procedures to patients
- Cleans and sterilizes designated equipment after use.
- Prepare patients and assists Physicians with procedures
- Assists patient with obtaining food, toileting, post-op movement and maintaining comfort.
- Instruct patients about medication and special diets
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by a Physician or Licensed Provider
- Ensures exam rooms and treatment areas are cleaned after each patient leaves and prepared for the next patient. Assists with light housekeeping duties which include spills.
- Stocks exam room/treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and designated chart forms.
- Ensures chart is maintained with relevant lab work and test results
- Assists in escorting patients and specimens throughout the facility.
- Obtains vital signs, weights, and EKGs when needed, and all other tests within the scope of the practice. Assist with blood collection/phlebotomy as needed.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for assisting Physicians, Nurses and other medical staff with providing patient care by following policies, procedures, professional guidelines and provides clinical and clerical support such as assistance with medical procedures, cleaning of equipment, filing, retrieval of information and performance of screening examinations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Take patient medical history
- Explain treatments or procedures to patients
- Cleans and sterilizes designated equipment after use.
- Prepare patients and assists Physicians with procedures
- Assists patient with obtaining food, toileting, post-op movement and maintaining comfort.
- Instruct patients about medication and special diets
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by a Physician or Licensed Provider
- Ensures exam rooms and treatment areas are cleaned after each patient leaves and prepared for the next patient. Assists with light housekeeping duties which include spills.
- Stocks exam room/treatment rooms with medical supplies, linen, and designated chart forms.
- Ensures chart is maintained with relevant lab work and test results
- Assists in escorting patients and specimens throughout the facility.
- Obtains vital signs, weights, and EKGs when needed, and all other tests within the scope of the practice. Assist with blood collection/phlebotomy as needed.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
- The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care.
- The RN assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team.
- As an integral member of the health care team, coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with the other members of the healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s).
- Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.
Ability to function as a member of surgical team as a surgical technologist, competency in sterilization techniques; ability to maintain a sterile field; previous surgical technologist experience preferred.
Successful applicants will be outstanding, highly collaborative clinicians, Board Certified or Board Eligible in Critical Care Medicine with a passion for acute care and a shared commitment to delivering the highest quality care. It will be a mix of shifts in the ICUs and on the Rapid Response Team. Outstanding communication skills, a high emotional intelligence, adaptability, and the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment are essential.
CarePoint Health is a three-hospital system comprised of: Bayonne Medical Center, Christ Hospital (Jersey City) and Hoboken University Medical Center. We also have a large Medical Group for referrals. The health system is located across the Hudson River from New York City. Enjoy all the amenities of having a great practice, with its close relation to New York City, the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, and New England.
- Provide advanced ECG while concentrating on monitoring patient status through assessment of ECG strips and arrhythmia interpretation.
- Possess troubleshooting skills to recognize monitoring the problems, identify probable causes, and seek solutions to correct the problem.
- Identify and responds to potentially life-threatening rhythm changes, initiate codes, record rhythms during code, continuous EKG monitoring with accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and dysrhythmias and interval measurements.
- Appropriately responding to all monitor alarms.
The Medical Lab Scientist will perform a variety of important functions including:
- Under general supervision, the Medical Lab Scientist performs all laboratory procedures as required according to established regulations, hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
- Provides and performs analytical testing and/or procedures that require independent judgment.
- Operates and maintains current instrumentation.
- Displays sufficient knowledge of the current laboratory and hospital computer systems.
Per Diem Position – Day Shift – variable weekends and holidays
- The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care.
- The RN assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team.
- As an integral member of the health care team, coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with the other members of the healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s).
- Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.
- The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care.
- The RN assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team.
- As an integral member of the health care team, coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with the other members of the healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s).
- Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.
The Neurology Physician Assistant is responsible for providing inpatient care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. May have specialized in a specific type of clinical care, e.g., ob/gyn & oncology and have an interest in Neurology.
- Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
- Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
- Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Handles minor lacerations. Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies. Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner.
- Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy.
- Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails.
RN is responsible for assessing, implementing and evaluating the delivery care; the professional nurse assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team which may include coordination of services with rehabilitation staff to maximize the patient's independence to return to their prior residence.
The Respiratory Practitioner is responsible for providing Respiratory Care services to inpatients and outpatients in accordance with specific physician’s
orders, and department policies and procedures.Minimum of 3 years in all clinical areas.
The Respiratory Practitioner is responsible for providing Respiratory Care services to inpatients and outpatients in accordance with specific physician’s
orders, and department policies and procedures.Minimum of 3 years in all clinical areas.
- Under the supervision of the Senior Program Coordinator, the Clinician will conduct one to one counseling to primary and secondary survivors of sexual assault trauma.
- The counselor will assist with support groups and clinical case management as needed.
Provides comprehensive care to patients requiring ultrasonography services in an organized and systematic manner according to departmental policy and standards.
Ability to function as a member of surgical team as a surgical technologist, competency in sterilization techniques; ability to maintain a sterile field; previous surgical technologist experience preferred.
The HVAC Technician will be responsible for operating and maintaining HVAC/R equipment and systems.
The successful candidate will be able to:
- Maintain HVAC systems within our healthcare system by servicing and overhauling pneumatic controls, steam valves and other associated equipment, repair bearings and shafts, removing defective equipment, and, installs and tests new equipment
- Perform compressor changeouts
- Apply knowledge/experience with both gas heat, and cooling products from various manufacturers
- Perform basic recordkeeping techniques
- Inspect and operate equipment, air conditioners, heat pumps, refrigerators, freezers, water cooler, etc for proper functioning
- Investigate complaints i.e. climate control, and perform necessary adjustments
- Review and interpret work orders, operating instructions, diagrams, building plans and mechanical equipment drawings
- Perform snow removal detail
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Collaboratively work with others, as well as perform work independently with little direction
- Interact with clients to ensure satisfaction and to request referrals
- Perform any and all other duties as assigned
Responsibilities:
- Assesses plans, administers, and evaluates patients receiving all respiratory care modalities as ordered by a physician or as delineated by medical center protocols.
- Responsible for the delivery of respiratory care services to the in-patient, out-patient and emergency room population.
- Actively participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the delivery of quality patient care.
- Provides emergency, critical care, and general care respiratory services to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) under the supervision of a licensed nurse, the Nurse Assistant performs delegated tasks and procedures of patient care, involving the physical, psychological, social, emotional, safety, and security needs of the patient.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provides for activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, feeding patients as necessary and ambulating, turning, and positioning patients; and providing fresh water and nourishment between meals.
- Provides care by administering enemas, douches, non-sterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, sitz and therapeutic baths
- Maintains patient stability by checking vital signs and weight; testing urine and recording intake and output information.
- Provides patient comfort by utilizing resources and materials; transporting patients; answering patients’ call lights and requests; and reporting observations of the patient to nursing supervisor.
- Handles the care and cleaning of specific equipment, stocking of supplies and equipment and the transportation of patients, supplies and equipment.
- Any and all other duties as assigned
- The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care.
- The RN assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team.
- As an integral member of the health care team, coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with the other members of the healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s).
- Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.
Main Functions:
Perform all mammographic ad radiographic exams mammographic quality improvement and translates physicians’ orders into appropriate radiological procedures. Other related duties and responsibilities as determined by all medical center at its sole and exclusive discretion. Able to perform all diagnostic radiographic procedures and mammographic procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS/HAZARDS: Works in all areas of the hospital, with some exposure to unpleasant odors, dirt & dust. May be required to work outside and off-site locations. Overtime may be required. Prolonged standing required (over 75% of work time). Requires ability to lift and carry heavy objects, climb ladders, work in inclement weather. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Prolonged standing, walking, bending, occasional pushing, pulling, and lifting. Ability to climb ladders. Respirator fitness test required for OSHA personnel protection standards.
MAIN FUNCTIONS:
- To assist Director/Supervisor of C.S.P.D. in daily operational activities of the Department, and at times manage the Department in the absence of the Director/Supervisor.
- Assist in the delivery of the Surgical Case Cart System.
- Assure the sterility of processed goods.
- Maintains par level inventory of sterile patient care items and keeps adequate documentation.
- Assist in orientation of new employees and Continuing Education programs.
- Exhibit appropriate characteristics concerning attendance, punctuality, appearance and proper conduct.
- Perform other duties as assigned.Skills: Must have thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and procedures, sterilization techniques and procedures, inflection control and work flow principles and requirements, equipment and supply processing; demonstrates and exercise responsible judgement to provide necessary supplies and equipment for patient care including the surgical case cart system
Basic computer skills
CarePoint Health Radiology is seeking to hire a part-time or full-time breast imager to join our practice. The ideal candidate must be adept in all aspects of breast interventional procedures including ultrasound guided biopsies, stereotactic guided biopsies, and image guided needle localizations. The ideal candidate will be fellowship trained and also clinically competent in general radiology.
- The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care.
- The RN assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team.
- As an integral member of the health care team, coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with the other members of the healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s).
- Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.
The Patient Rep Liaison is responsible for quick registration upon patients arrival to the Emergency Department in a friendly, accurate, and timely manner. Enters the patient's name, date of birth and chief complaint in the electronic medical record (EMR). The Patient Rep Liaison is responsible for greeter functions, patient safety and compliance, and patient experience/customer service. Must be able to quickly recognize patient condition changes using across the room observation. Professionally communicates in all aspects of role, including phone etiquette. Maintains current knowledge of the ED protocols. Reports changes in patient condition to the Triage RN.
Main Functions:
- The Emergency Room Technician provides direct, basic patient care activities under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Handles the care and cleaning of specific equipment, stocking of supplies and equipment and the transportation of patients, supplies and equipment.
- Under general supervision, the Medical Technologist performs all laboratory procedures as required according to established Health System and Departmental Policies and Procedures, and maintains the ability to work independently, without direct supervision.
- Utilizes quality control for decision making on a routine basis to establish standards.
- Communicates critical values in accordance with departmental policy.
- Recognizes abnormal results and takes appropriate action in accordance with departmental policy.
- Accurately performs stat and routine orders within established time limits.
- Consistently demonstrates teamwork.
- Recognizes problems and takes appropriate action.
- Priorities workload based on volume/urgency.
- Adequately collects and/or processes specimens.
- Communicates current status of workstation to appropriate personnel including on-coming shifts.
Operates Hoboken University MedicalCenter’s telecommunications systems. Transfer or direct calls to the party the caller requests or determined where the caller should be directed based on information about the purpose of the call. Dispatch messages via telephone, fax or pager as necessary.
The Electrician will perform complex electrical activities including troubleshooting, repairing, maintenance and installation of electrical systems, equipment and components within locations in the healthcare system.
The successful candidate will be able to:
- Inspect and operate equipment such as air conditioners, heat pumps, refrigerators, freezers, water coolers, etc. for proper functioning
- Ensure operation of machinery, electrical, and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on production equipment, motors, conveyor systems, support equipment by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications, troubleshooting malfunctions
- Locate sources of problems by observing electrical & mechanical devices in operation. Including listening for problems, and using precision measuring and testing instruments
- Remove defective motors and other parts by dismantling assemblies using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools
- Use experience to identify the root cause that caused the defect and or breakdown/s
- Control downtime by informing staff of routine preventive maintenance techniques, including monitoring compliance
- Perform snow removal detail
- Collaboratively work with others, as well as perform work independently with little direction
- Interact with clients to ensure satisfaction and to request referrals
- Perform any and all other duties as assigned
- The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care.
- The RN assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team.
- As an integral member of the health care team, coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with the other members of the healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s).
- Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.
The Activities Therapist is responsible for evaluating,planning,organizing,coordinating and implementing a comprehensive program of therapeutic and creative activities in accordance with current existing federal, state and local standards, as well as facility policies and procedures, to ensure that the spiritual development, emotional, physical, intellectual, recreational and social needs of the patient are met/maintained on an individual basis. Collaborates and participates with participants of the interdisciplinary health care team.
The Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care. The professional nurse assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team, which may include coordination of services with rehabilitation staff to maximize the patient’s independence to return to their prior residence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Prepares, administers and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding medication administration by a licensed Registered Nurse.
- Educates patients on surgical procedures.
- Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays.
- Initiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatology.
- Provides bedside care for a wide variety of medical patients, including pre- and postsurgery patients.
- Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs.
- Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient.
- Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol.
- Participates in discharge planning.
- Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
Operates Hoboken University MedicalCenter’s telecommunications systems. Transfer or direct calls to the party the caller requests or determined where the caller should be directed based on information about the purpose of the call. Dispatch messages via telephone, fax or pager as necessary.
MAIN FUNCTIONS:
- To assist Director/Supervisor of C.S.P.D. in daily operational activities of the Department, and at times manage the Department in the absence of the Director/Supervisor.
- Assist in the delivery of the Surgical Case Cart System.
- Assure the sterility of processed goods.
- Maintains par level inventory of sterile patient care items and keeps adequate documentation.
- Assist in orientation of new employees and Continuing Education programs.
- Exhibit appropriate characteristics concerning attendance, punctuality, appearance and proper conduct.
- Perform other duties as assigned.Skills: Must have thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and procedures, sterilization techniques and procedures, inflection control and work flow principles and requirements, equipment and supply processing; demonstrates and exercise responsible judgement to provide necessary supplies and equipment for patient care including the surgical case cart system
Basic computer skills
Operates and monitors the Hospital’s Power Plant with regard to essential systems which provide Heating, Air Conditioning, and Steam. Maintains an efficient environment by measuring Fuel Levels. Performing sample analysis and safety testing. Uses specialized knowledge to determine preventive maintenance and equipment service needs. Maintains log and records as required.
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care. The RN assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team. As an integral member of the health care team, coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with the other members of the healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s). Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.
Main Functions:
Perform all mammographic ad radiographic exams mammographic quality improvement and translates physicians’ orders into appropriate radiological procedures. Other related duties and responsibilities as determined by all medical center at its sole and exclusive discretion. Able to perform all diagnostic radiographic procedures and mammographic procedures.
- The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the delivery of care.
- The RN assumes the responsibility and accountability for the delegation of patient care to other members of the health care team.
- As an integral member of the health care team, coordinates patient care and communicates and collaborates extensively with the other members of the healthcare team, patients and/or patient's family or significant other(s).
- Maintains and demonstrates high standards of professional ethics.
The CT Technologist provides comprehensive care to patients requiring CT imaging services in an organized and systematic manner according to departmental policy and standards.
Performs MRI exams as ordered by referring MD's while using imaging protocols and techniques under the supervision of the Medical Director or designee.
Operates console and peripheral hardware; enters monitors patient data, archives images and produces hard copy image.
Cross-trained to operate a computerized tomographic scanner and related equipment to produce CT scans of any designated anatomical area as well as routine radiographic examinations.
May perform ancillary services of department including phlebotomy. Other related duties and responsibilities as determined by the Medical Center at its sole and exclusive discretion.
The Nurse Manager is the leadership associate/employee responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, implementing and evaluating the management, administrative operations and clinical practice activities within one or more areas on a twenty-four-hour basis.
A priority of this position is for the Manager to utilize principles of service excellence to achieve goals on staff development, staff satisfaction and staff retention. Provides for patient care services that are coordinated to provide a seamless, integrated system of care that is high value, cost effective and customer focused.
The Manager is committed to creating a work environment that fosters pride, teamwork and continuous learning and ability to meet patient needs. The Manager must have knowledge of psychiatric services, standards, de-escalation, and related nursing standards and be aware of the changing health care environment locally and nationwide.