53 healthcare jobs found in barnstable

Provide medical/surgical services to orthopedic patients in the office, OR, ER, and on in-patient floors.   Description:   Perform history and physical examination on orthopedic emergency patients upon decision for admission. Ensure adequate medical clearance for orthopedic pre-op patients by ordering the necessary consultations and testing. Serve as surgical first assistant to orthopedic surgeon doing elective and emergency surgery.  Provide first line orthopedic evaluation and treatment for patients in the emergency room that have already been evaluated by an emergency room physician.  Prepare patients for evaluation and treatment by an attending orthopedic surgeon if appropriate. Collaborate with orthopedic residents to avoid duplication of services. Provide services for orthopedic inpatients by responding to nurses’ calls and expediting discharges, completing documentation, etc. at the request of an attending surgeon as time allows. Performs outpatient office visits to include...

Under supervision of the Nurse Manager and in collaboration with other team members, provides direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.   Description:   Assist the Registered Nurse (RN) in the coordination and care of assigned patients, including admission, treatment planning and ongoing case management during treatment stay and discharge planning. Contribute to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis. Monitor patients’ condition and report findings. Provide assistance with daily activities such as eating, bathing and ambulation. Obtain vital signs, perform dressing changes, monitor drains and IV’s. Assume patient transport role as needed. Administer those medications not requiring an initial or reassessment. Respond to emergency medical situations in an urgent manner and perform on the spot emergency assistance. Provide patients and their families with emotional and psychological support. Participate in quality and...

Delivers patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Administers and monitors patient responses to all medications. Directs and guides patient care, teaching and activities of ancillary personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing within the realm of Hospital Policy. Maintains and delivers the highest quality customer service standards.   Description:   Properly utilizes the nursing process in caring for patients by maintaining relevant, accurate and current patient records as evidenced by Nursing PI activities.  Provides documentation of assessment of the patient throughout the Hospital admission including physical, psychological, social dimensions and discharge plans.  Summarizes assessment data and initiate plan of care with communication of pertinent data to allied patient care providers as evidenced by Nursing PI activities. Understands, assumes, and demonstrates proficiency in the role of charge nurse....

Under the direction of the clinician, department supervisor or designee, provide the highest standards of clinical support to the MACC practice. Delivers excellent customer service to patients through participation in a medical care team. Demonstrates a high level of competence with clinical support in accordance with MACC’s policies and procedures.   Description:   Under the direct supervision of the clinician, department supervisor or designee, assists in providing clinical care to office patients Manages clinicians’ daily schedule and patient flow to expedite care and maximize clinical time  Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms  Obtains relevant information and takes vital signs as indicated (i.e. height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation). Inputs pertinent clinical information into the electronic health record timely and with accuracy and performs a complete medication reconciliation Assists clinicians with clinical procedures and/or...

Under the direction of the Physician, perform radiographic procedures and assist the radiologist in conducting diagnostic examinations, requested by physicians, by applying ionizing radiation to patients, taking and developing radiographic film in a manner consistent with prescribed radiation protection safety standards.   Description:   Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures operating radiographic and other equipment/devices as appropriate.   moves x-ray equipment into specified position and adjust equipment controls to set exposure factors. process radiographs as applicable. Positions patient on examination table and adjusts immobilization devices as required to obtain optimum views of specified area of the body requested by physician as determined by department policy and procedure. Receive and review requests for radiological studies.  Provide explanation of procedures and answer pertinent questions of patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.   Triage and...

As a vital member of the interdisciplinary team, the Hospice RN provides skilled nursing care, supportive care, and pain and symptom management to maximize comfort and quality of life for Hospice patients and their families. Hospice RN’s providing care to patients in both homes and facilities.   Description:   Participates in inter-disciplinary patient case conferences as needed. Utilizes critical thinking skills to assess patients and assess critical changes and respond appropriately in all situations. Utilizes organizational skills to manage time efficiently and prioritize differing patient needs and stages of health. Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Interact efficiently and compassionately with patients, their families, co-workers and management. Provide patient care with a compassionate and caring attitude. Notifies MD/other involved care providers of significant changes in the patient’s condition. Completes admission and other paperwork on...

Performs a comprehensive nursing assessment upon admission of the patient including physiological, physiopsychological and environmental factors as well as health history to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services. Integrates all pertinent data gathered on assessment and identifies problems that form the basis of a plan of care, adhering to case management objectives.   Description:   Maintain annual HHRG values at the National Standard as appropriate. Utilize HHRG values to establish visit frequency and to establish appropriate interdisciplinary utilization. Annual outcomes meet National Benchmarks. Refers to community resources as appropriate. Evaluates the clinical needs of the patient; initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions to the patient's plan of care; addresses all problems in the plan of care and documents accordingly. Participates in inter-disciplinary patient case conferences; evaluates effectiveness of established plan of...

Performs a comprehensive nursing assessment upon admission of the patient including physiological, physiopsychological and environmental factors as well as health history to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services. Integrates all pertinent data gathered on assessment and identifies problems that form the basis of a plan of care, adhering to case management objectives.   Description:   Maintain annual HHRG values at the National Standard as appropriate. Utilize HHRG values to establish visit frequency and to establish appropriate interdisciplinary utilization. Annual outcomes meet National Benchmarks. Refers to community resources as appropriate. Evaluates the clinical needs of the patient; initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions to the patient's plan of care; addresses all problems in the plan of care and documents accordingly. Participates in inter-disciplinary patient case conferences; evaluates effectiveness of established plan of...

Responsible for direct patient care for assigned patients. Performs a comprehensive nursing assessment upon admission of the patient including physiological, physio psychological and environmental factors as well as health history, to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services. In collaboration with the clinical team manager and utilizing VNA interdisciplinary team care standards, integrates all pertinent data gathered on assessment and identifies problems that form the basis for patient care   Description:   Responsible for direct patient care for assigned patients Evaluates the clinical needs of the patient; initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions to the patient's plan of care; addresses all problems in the plan of care and documents accordingly. Utilizes clinical grouping guidelines including guidelines for appropriate interdisciplinary utilization to capture and data enter the initial visit frequency Ensures OASIS assessment...

Performs a comprehensive nursing assessment upon admission of the patient including physiological, physiopsychological and environmental factors as well as health history to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services. Integrates all pertinent data gathered on assessment and identifies problems that form the basis of a plan of care, adhering to case management objectives.   Description:   Maintain annual HHRG values at the National Standard as appropriate. Utilize HHRG values to establish visit frequency and to establish appropriate interdisciplinary utilization. Annual outcomes meet National Benchmarks. Refers to community resources as appropriate. Evaluates the clinical needs of the patient; initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions to the patient's plan of care; addresses all problems in the plan of care and documents accordingly. Participates in inter-disciplinary patient case conferences; evaluates effectiveness of established plan of...

Performs a comprehensive nursing assessment upon admission of the patient including physiological, physiopsychological and environmental factors as well as health history to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services. Integrates all pertinent data gathered on assessment and identifies problems that form the basis of a plan of care, adhering to case management objectives.   Description:   Maintain annual HHRG values at the National Standard as appropriate. Utilize HHRG values to establish visit frequency and to establish appropriate interdisciplinary utilization. Annual outcomes meet National Benchmarks. Refers to community resources as appropriate. Evaluates the clinical needs of the patient; initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions to the patient's plan of care; addresses all problems in the plan of care and documents accordingly. Participates in inter-disciplinary patient case conferences; evaluates effectiveness of established plan of...

Responsible for direct patient care for assigned patients. Performs a comprehensive nursing assessment upon admission of the patient including physiological, physio psychological and environmental factors as well as health history, to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services. In collaboration with the clinical team manager and utilizing VNA interdisciplinary team care standards, integrates all pertinent data gathered on assessment and identifies problems that form the basis for patient care   Description:   Responsible for direct patient care for assigned patients Evaluates the clinical needs of the patient; initiates, develops, implements and makes necessary revisions to the patient's plan of care; addresses all problems in the plan of care and documents accordingly. Utilizes clinical grouping guidelines including guidelines for appropriate interdisciplinary utilization to capture and data enter the initial visit frequency Ensures OASIS assessment...

Under the direction of the Team Manager and within the Agency policies and procedures, the LPN follows the plan of care on individual patients within the guidelines of his/her licensure to provide for the safety and quality of care treatment or services.   Description:   Assesses patient and family needs, reports new or pertinent findings to RN and MD. Follows prescribed plan of care as completed by the RN in order to address identified needs. Demonstrates the skills and judgments to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient, within the guidelines of his/her licensure. Evaluates and reassesses the identified problems, care provided and patient's response on a continuing basis. Identifies ancillary services needed by patients and families and reports findings to RN.  Collaborates and communicates on a regular basis with the Team Leader, Office Nurse, RN and members of the inter-disciplinary team as needed....

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing services for clients in the program and works under the director of the Program Director/RN.   Description:   Demonstrates the skills and judgments to implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures as necessary for the care of the patient, with the guidelines of his/her licensure. Completes monthly client progress notes and vital signs. Administers and records medications as ordered by the clients’ physicians in accordance with the standards of practice. Collaborates and communicates on a regular basis with the Program Director/RN and members of the Adult Day Health team. Assists with feeding, toileting, ambulating, transporting and other tasks which may be required. Assesses and identifies changes in clients’ condition and needs and reports to the Program Director/RN. Assists as necessary in the delivery of other required program services. Maintains confidentiality of client/employee information. Maintains...

Performs as a member of the Nursing Team various duties assisting Staff Nurses in the treatment and care of patients in accordance with established policies and procedures.   Description:   Participates in the nursing process during delivery of patient care. Assists in providing nursing care to patients and collects data for assessment of physical, psychological, and social dimensions under the direction of the Registered Nurse.  Participates in implementing a formal plan of care for the patient under the direction of the Registered Nurse.  Demonstrates proficiency in Computerized Nursing Informatics (information systems). Assists in orientation of other personnel to the unit under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Participates in at least four unit staff meetings per year, attends mandatory programs.  Adheres to safety, blood/body fluid policies and procedures. Assesses personal and learning development needs.  Regularly updates knowledge of techniques and regulations...

Coordinates the Coumadin Clinic in an efficient manner. Collaborates with the provider and patient for coordination of anticoagulation management including; education, instruction and anticoagulation issues.   Description:   Coordinates Coumadin and Lovenox anticoagulation for new and established clinic patients Gathers information from provider to obtain anticoagulation needs, diagnosis, desirable range and length of treatment. Monitors and coordinates lab testing and dosage instructions with the patient Obtains and enters lab orders in accordance with protocol Adjusts anticoagulation dose in accordance with the protocol or as instructed by provider Provides teaching and reviews safety issues with patients and care givers Documents in CoagClinic reason for anticoagulation, diagnosis, desired range, laboratory data, dosage instructions, precautions, and follow up laboratory testing Initiates home INR monitor  testing with Alere, as instructed by provider Processes prescription...

To provide patient scheduling services in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with departmental procedures while providing outstanding customer service to all existing and potential MACC patients.   Description:   Primary contact for patient access for patients and other departments. Maintains provider schedules to achieve productivity targets, patient access and provider flow. Attends monthly team meeting with physicians and nurses to offer suggestions and guidance regarding patient access and the schedule. Manages the schedule during transition to new models of care when applicable. Monitors physician’s panel and contacts patients who are past due for appointments. Tracks patients who were seen in Emergency Department or Urgent Care and contacts them to offer a follow up appointment. Schedule patient appointments and/or consult requests in person or by telephone in the electronic medical record system in accordance to department scheduling protocols. Answers the phone in...

Under the direction of the clinician, department supervisor or designee, provide the highest standards of clinical support to the MACC practice. Delivers excellent customer service to patients through participation in a medical care team. Demonstrates a high level of competence with clinical support in accordance with MACC’s policies and procedures.   Description:   Under the direct supervision of the clinician, department supervisor or designee, assists in providing clinical care to office patients Manages clinicians’ daily schedule and patient flow to expedite care and maximize clinical time  Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms  Obtains relevant information and takes vital signs as indicated (i.e. height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation). Inputs pertinent clinical information into the electronic health record timely and with accuracy and performs a complete medication reconciliation Assists clinicians with clinical procedures and/or...

Under the direction of the clinician, department supervisor or designee, provide the highest standards of clinical support to the MACC practice. Delivers excellent customer service to patients through participation in a medical care team. Demonstrates a high level of competence with clinical support in accordance with MACC’s policies and procedures.   Description:   Under the direct supervision of the clinician, department supervisor or designee, assists in providing clinical care to office patients Manages clinicians’ daily schedule and patient flow to expedite care and maximize clinical time  Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms  Obtains relevant information and takes vital signs as indicated (i.e. height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation). Inputs pertinent clinical information into the electronic health record timely and with accuracy and performs a complete medication reconciliation Assists clinicians with clinical procedures and/or...

Under the direction of the clinician, department supervisor or designee, provide the highest standards of clinical support to the MACC practice. Delivers excellent customer service to patients through participation in a medical care team. Demonstrates a high level of competence with clinical support in accordance with MACC’s policies and procedures.   Description:   Under the direct supervision of the clinician, department supervisor or designee, assists in providing clinical care to office patients Manages clinicians’ daily schedule and patient flow to expedite care and maximize clinical time  Greets and escorts patients to exam rooms  Obtains relevant information and takes vital signs as indicated (i.e. height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation). Inputs pertinent clinical information into the electronic health record timely and with accuracy and performs a complete medication reconciliation Assists clinicians with clinical procedures and/or...