Carolinas HealthCare System - Blue Ridge

Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application. Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure. Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment, and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover. Performs duties according to department policy and procedure. Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately. Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion. Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in performance improvement process. Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals. Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards. Assist with...

Provides professional care and service within assigned area in accordance with established standards, institutional policy and procedures, professional judgement, and, as appropriate for assignment, nursing care plan, and physician’s treatment plan.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages and culture of the patients/clients served.  Supervises non-professional nursing or allied health staff.  Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:           Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing is required. Experience:         Preferably, a minimum of one year, Med-Surg or related.  License/Registration:        Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.   Certification:                    Current CPR through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. ACLS is required for Telemetry; CCU; ED; Medical Detox; Float; Med Surg and Family Center within 6 months of hire. PALs...

Assists the nurse in planning/implementing basic care as delegated.  Demonstrates knowledge/skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and culture of the residents/patients served, and ability to provide care according to departmental policies and procedures.  Provides care over an extended time, in various settings, spanning the illness to wellness continuum. Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:      Graduate of an approved CNA training program Experience:     Preferably, some Long-term care, med-surg, or related License/Registration:  CNA I-current listing as CNA I with Division of Facility Services with no substantial findings       CNA II- above and current listing as CNAII with Board of Nursing with no substantial findings; Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) is required Other:  Ability to work with others; CNAI must attend Monitoring Blood Glucose Training within 6 months of...

The Preparation/Sterilization Technician duties include sterilizing instruments and items used in all areas of the hospital, according to sterilization procedures.  Assembles surgical carts for OR and OB.  Performs other related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS:  Education:      High school education is preferred Experience:     Experience in health care environment preferred Other:                         Certification in sterile processing helpful TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Requires range of motion within functional limits.   Requires frequent reaching, pulling, pushing, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting and carrying items up to 30 pounds; extensive periods of standing and walking; manual dexterity; eye-hand coordination; functional vision and hearing.

Responsible and accountable for the daily operation, staff education and maintenance of the Surgical Services and Endoscopy Information Systems and oversees report building and retrieval functionality within these applications. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:      Registered Nurse  Experience:     Global knowledge of Surgical Services, Previous Experience with design and implementation of Surgical Computer Applications License/Registration: RN -Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina Other:             TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Requires range of motion within functional limits.  Lengthy periods of sitting.  Requires walking, standing, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling.  Must be able to lift and support greater than 20 pounds. Requires functional vision and hearing. Critical thinking and ability to concentrate.  Ability to use various computer systems and devices.

JOB SUMMARY The Unit Secretary performs the clerical duties related to patient care and nursing support under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. The Unit Secretary serves as a receptionist and offers assistance to providers, employees, patients, visitors, etc., and communicates with all health care disciplines. The Unit Secretary is responsible for maintenance of the medical record and coordinating activities at the nursing station. The Unit Secretary performs all related duties in a safe manner and promotes a safe environment for patients, employees, and visitors. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High School graduate or equivalent. Knowledge of medical terminology desired. Data entry experience and experience with Microsoft applications and other related software programs and/or experience in health care preferred. On the job training is provided for related job duties. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Work requires typing, filing, and sitting for prolonged period of time. Stretching,...

JOB SUMMARY The Unit Secretary performs the clerical duties related to patient care and nursing support under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. The Unit Secretary serves as a receptionist and offers assistance to providers, employees, patients, visitors, etc., and communicates with all health care disciplines. The Unit Secretary is responsible for maintenance of the medical record and coordinating activities at the nursing station. The Unit Secretary performs all related duties in a safe manner and promotes a safe environment for patients, employees, and visitors. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS High School graduate or equivalent. Knowledge of medical terminology desired. Data entry experience and experience with Microsoft applications and other related software programs and/or experience in health care preferred. On the job training is provided for related job duties. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Work requires typing, filing, and sitting for prolonged period of time. Stretching,...

Assists the nurse in planning/implementing basic care as delegated.  Demonstrates knowledge/skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age and culture of the residents/patients served, and ability to provide care according to departmental policies and procedures.  Provides care over an extended time, in various settings, spanning the illness to wellness continuum. Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:      Graduate of an approved CNA training program Experience:     Preferably, some Long-term care, med-surg, or related License/Registration:  CNA I-current listing as CNA I with Division of Facility Services with no substantial findings       CNA II- above and current listing as CNAII with Board of Nursing with no substantial findings; Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) is required Other:  Ability to work with others; CNAI must attend Monitoring Blood Glucose Training within 6 months of...

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, monitors the cardiac rhythm of patients.  Assists the nurse in  planning/implementing basic care as delegated.  Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:      High school graduate; Graduate of an approved CNA training program Experience:     Previous experience in similar position is desirable License/Registration:  CNA I-current listing as CNA I with Division of Facility Services with no substantial findings or CNA II- current listing as CNAII with Board of Nursing and CNAI listing with Division of Facility Services with no substantial findings.  Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) is required Other:  Ability to work with others; CNAI must attend Monitoring Blood Glucose Training within 6 months of employment Other:   Knowledge of medical terminology; training in EKG recognition or completion of EKG class;  able to obtain 80% or better on a EKG rhythm strip...

Provides professional care and service within assigned area in accordance with established standards, institutional policy and procedures, professional judgement, and, as appropriate for assignment, nursing care plan, and physician’s treatment plan.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages and culture of the patients/clients served.  Supervises non-professional nursing or allied health staff.  Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:  Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing is required.  Experience: Preferably, a minimum of one year, Med-Surg or related.  License/Registration:  Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.   Certification:  Current CPR through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. ACLS is required for Telemetry; CCU; ED; Medical Detox; Float; Med Surg and Family Center within 6 months of hire. PALs required for CCU and ED within 6 months of...

Responsible for receiving, controlling, storing and accurately issuing items stored in inventory (stock).   Generates purchase orders to receive goods, prints out requisitions from all departments, issues back orders to departments, completes department transfers to department and adds and deletes items on standard requisitions to departments.  Performs other related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS:  EDUCATION:  High School Diploma or GED Required. EXPERIENCE:  Minimum of 1 Year of materials management work experience.  Must be knowledgeable about general warehouse procedures such as receiving, storing and issuing supplies. COMPUTER EXPERIENCE:  Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and data entry experience. Understanding of and experience using a computer managed inventory system. OTHER:  Valid NC Drivers License.  Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.  Required to drive hospital truck or van for deliveries between campuses. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Constantly:  walking....

Schedules patient office visits and performs all sign-in and check-out procedures with a customer oriented focus.  Coordinates all clinical phone calls and work schedules with the physician, physician assistant, and MOA staff. In addition, a PCS (Patient & Coding Specialist) is responsible for coding and abstracting patient records utilizing the ICD-10 and CPT-4 classification systems and established coding guidelines for accurate data capture and optimal reimbursement. PCS duties will also include coding, auditing charges, and abstracting specific medical record types to gain proficiency in all medical record types. Performs other related duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:      High School diploma Experience:     Previous experience in customer service environment desirable. Previous experience filing insurance claims and collections experience. License/Registration:  Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentials from the American Academy of Professional...

Provides professional care and service within assigned area in accordance with established standards, institutional policy and procedures, professional judgement, and, as appropriate for assignment, nursing care plan, and physician’s treatment plan.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages and culture of the patients/clients served.  Supervises non-professional nursing or allied health staff.  Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:  Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing is required.  Experience: Preferably, a minimum of one year, Med-Surg or related.  License/Registration:  Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.   Certification:  Current CPR through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. ACLS is required for Telemetry; CCU; ED; Medical Detox; Float; Med Surg and Family Center within 6 months of hire. PALs required for CCU and ED within 6 months of...

Provides professional care and service within assigned area in accordance with established standards, institutional policy and procedures, professional judgement, and, as appropriate for assignment, nursing care plan, and physician’s treatment plan.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages and culture of the patients/clients served.  Supervises non-professional nursing or allied health staff.  Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:  Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing is required.  Experience: Preferably, a minimum of one year, Med-Surg or related.  License/Registration:  Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.   Certification:  Current CPR through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. ACLS is required for Telemetry; CCU; ED; Medical Detox; Float; Med Surg and Family Center within 6 months of hire. PALs required for CCU and ED within 6 months of...

Provides professional care and service within assigned area in accordance with established standards, institutional policy and procedures, professional judgement, and, as appropriate for assignment, nursing care plan, and physician’s treatment plan.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages and culture of the patients/clients served.  Supervises non-professional nursing or allied health staff.  Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:  Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing is required.  Experience: Preferably, a minimum of one year, Med-Surg or related.  License/Registration:  Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.   Certification:  Current CPR through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. ACLS is required for Telemetry; CCU; ED; Medical Detox; Float; Med Surg and Family Center within 6 months of hire. PALs required for CCU and ED within 6 months of...

Provides professional care and service within assigned area in accordance with established standards, institutional policy and procedures, professional judgement, and, as appropriate for assignment, nursing care plan, and physician’s treatment plan.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages and culture of the patients/clients served.  Supervises non-professional nursing or allied health staff.  Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:  Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing is required.  Experience: Preferably, a minimum of one year, Med-Surg or related.  License/Registration:  Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.   Certification:  Current CPR through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. ACLS is required for Telemetry; CCU; ED; Medical Detox; Float; Med Surg and Family Center within 6 months of hire. PALs required for CCU and ED within 6 months of...

Provides professional care and service within assigned area in accordance with established standards, institutional policy and procedures, professional judgement, and, as appropriate for assignment, nursing care plan, and physician’s treatment plan.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages and culture of the patients/clients served.  Supervises non-professional nursing or allied health staff.  Performs other related duties as deemed competent. "As a day shift critical care nurse, we work closely with our critical care providers and hospitalist to provide a team-based approach to the patients care. During the day, we often take our patients to procedures and radiology test where we can supervise the patient and care they receive. We work closely together as a team and practice using innovative nursing practice." -Angel Lewis, RN QUALIFICATIONS: Education:  Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing is required.  Experience: Preferably,...

Provides professional care and service within assigned area in accordance with established standards, institutional policy and procedures, professional judgement, and, as appropriate for assignment, nursing care plan, and physician’s treatment plan.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages and culture of the patients/clients served.  Supervises non-professional nursing or allied health staff.  Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:  Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing is required.  Experience: Preferably, a minimum of one year, Med-Surg or related.  License/Registration:  Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.   Certification:  Current CPR through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. ACLS is required for Telemetry; CCU; ED; Medical Detox; Float; Med Surg and Family Center within 6 months of hire. PALs required for CCU and ED within 6 months of...

Provides professional care and service within assigned area in accordance with established standards, institutional policy and procedures, professional judgement, and, as appropriate for assignment, nursing care plan, and physician’s treatment plan.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages and culture of the patients/clients served.  Supervises non-professional nursing or allied health staff.  Performs other related duties as deemed competent. QUALIFICATIONS: Education:  Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing is required.  Experience: Preferably, a minimum of one year, Med-Surg or related.  License/Registration:  Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.   Certification:  Current CPR through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. ACLS is required for Telemetry; CCU; ED; Medical Detox; Float; Med Surg and Family Center within 6 months of hire. PALs required for CCU and ED within 6 months of...

Provides skilled assistance to surgeons during surgery.  Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the ages of the patient/clients served.  Demonstrates the ability to provide care according to hospital and departmental policies and procedures.  Performs other duties as deemed competent. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Anticipating needs of surgeons for supplies/equipment during procedures Creating/maintaining a sterile field Correctly performing sponge, needle and instrument counts Transferring medications and solutions to surgeons during procedure QUALIFICATIONS: Education:      High School graduate.  Graduate of a surgical technician program or a minimum of two years equivalent experience as a surgical technician Experience:     Previous experience desirable Other:              Considerable skill and knowledge of surgical instrumentation, proper sterile technique and knowledge of surgical procedures required. Current CPR certification issued by the...