200 assistant-support jobs found in Decatur, IL

Performs nursing care procedures involving initial patient assessment, evaluation, and preliminary testing to meet patient needs; assists Physician with the care of patient. REQUIRED SKILLS Essential Functions and Job Duties   Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages. Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Provider. Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care. Offers input to plan of care. Educates patient in plan of care; coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or patient’s family. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests; completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up. Arranges...

Performs according to established procedures a variety of services/duties to maintain the hospital campus in a neat, orderly and sanitary condition; including but not limited to vacuuming, buffing, mopping, general cleaning, move furniture, room set up and any other housekeeping task assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS Cleans assigned areas according to established guidelines. Maintains all assigned patient rooms, ancillary, clinical and department areas and public areas in a clean, neat and sanitary manner. Other duties include stripping and making beds. Maintains equipment in a clean condition and demonstrates efficient and safe use of equipment and informs supervisor when repairs are needed Cooperates with co-workers and supervisor. Meets quality standards. Maintains equipment in clean condition and good repair. Follows safety and infection control procedures. Assists in cleaning of emergency spills observed and upon request. Observes and reports the need for repairs to furniture,...

Protects life, property of all persons on hospital premises and polices buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft and vandalism. REQUIRED SKILLS Thoroughly patrols buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism or safety hazards. Courteously escorts visitors, patients and staff to and from parking areas.  Responds to requests for service. Responds to “Code Reds” and drills in accordance with fire alarm procedures outlined in the Hospital Fire Plan.  Demonstrates good judgment in determining priorities in responding to emergency situations appropriately.  Controls disorderly patients in a therapeutic manner by identifying the need, level and type of crisis intervention necessary. Maintains accurate and factual typed reports and logs of tour of duty. Compliance with departmental or Hospital directives and policy. Quality of patient, visitor, staff relations.  Strives to be a productive and positive-minded team member of the department and Hospital.  (Evaluator’s judgment...

Performs nursing care procedures involving initial patient assessment, evaluation, and preliminary testing to meet patient needs; assists Physician with the care of patient. REQUIRED SKILLS Essential Functions and Job Duties   Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages. Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Provider. Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care. Offers input to plan of care. Educates patient in plan of care; coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or patient’s family. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests; completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up. Arranges...

Under supervision of the registered nurse or designee, performs tasks and direct observations of patients and colleagues to minimize safety risks in the patient care environment and/or overall organization.  REQUIRED SKILLS Maintains the safety and security of patients at high risk for safety events. Provides continuous observation and documentation for patients at risk for self-harm, elopement, or injury, as delegated by the RN. These include patients that are suicidal, high fall risk, exhibiting threatening behaviors or experiencing symptoms of dementia or confusion, etc. Under no circumstances is a patient on continuous observation to be left unattended. Visual contact at all times must be maintained. Calls out for assistance and/or utilizes call light for assistance in de-escalating patient and addressing at-risk behaviors. Instructs patient to remain in bed or chair at all times until assistance arrives. Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient...

Under the supervision of director or delegate, assists in the performance of clerical and administrative duties. REQUIRED SKILLS Receives, prioritizes and disseminates to appropriate persons or other departments.  Acts as a hostess to all persons entering department. Transcribes orders, maintains unit statistics, and enters data into computer. Organizes and prioritizes assigned clerical duties. Maintains safe, efficient and adequately supplied environment. This includes but is not limited to isolation supplies, printer paper, probe covers and formula. Displays a self-directed, mature, disciplined and tactful approach to work duties. Seeks help appropriately. Protects patient confidentiality. Protects patients from harm. Demonstrates knowledge of unit standards. Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE High school graduate or equivalent.

Performs nursing care procedures involving initial patient assessment, evaluation, and preliminary testing to meet patient needs; assists Physician with the care of patient. REQUIRED SKILLS Essential Functions and Job Duties   Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages. Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Provider. Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care. Offers input to plan of care. Educates patient in plan of care; coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or patient’s family. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests; completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up. Arranges...

Performs nursing procedures under supervision of doctor or nurse.  Performs other duties as assigned by Coordinator. REQUIRED SKILLS Essential Functions and Job Duties Collects and documents patient data (weight, vital signs, allergies, meds, chief complaint, pain) within the clinical standards. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Manager/Coordinator and or Physician. Establishes priorities in clinic setting. Offers input into the plan of care; educates patient in plan of care. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Arranges outside laboratory tests. Manages time wisely. Performs as a team nurse.  Works with physicians and nurses as clinic schedule dictates. Reports ideas, concerns, and problems to Manager/Coordinator. Works with patient call backs, refills, results, referring doctor letters, pulling charts and filing charts, etc. Under the supervision of a Physician, provides and documents care...

Performs nursing care procedures involving initial patient assessment, evaluation, and preliminary testing to meet patient needs; assists Physician with the care of patient. REQUIRED SKILLS Essential Functions and Job Duties   Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages. Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Provider. Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care. Offers input to plan of care. Educates patient in plan of care; coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or patient’s family. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests; completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up. Arranges...

Coordinate and facilitate patient care across a multidisciplinary care continuum within a clinical service unit structure. Ensure optimum utilization of resources, service delivery and compliance with clinical cost education initiatives. Secure best possible outcomes for our patients by being advocates and resource managers to facilitate patient centered solutions REQUIRED EXPERIENCE RN with current Illinois RN license preferred. 3-5 years experience in clinical nursing or discharge planning is preferred or Social Worker (MSW or LSW) with 3-5 years experience in discharge planning/case management preferred.

Performs nursing procedures under supervision of doctor or nurse.  Performs other duties as assigned by Coordinator. REQUIRED SKILLS Essential Functions and Job Duties Collects and documents patient data (weight, vital signs, allergies, meds, chief complaint, pain) within the clinical standards. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Manager/Coordinator and or Physician. Establishes priorities in clinic setting. Offers input into the plan of care; educates patient in plan of care. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Arranges outside laboratory tests. Manages time wisely. Performs as a team nurse.  Works with physicians and nurses as clinic schedule dictates. Reports ideas, concerns, and problems to Manager/Coordinator. Works with patient call backs, refills, results, referring doctor letters, pulling charts and filing charts, etc. Under the supervision of a Physician, provides and documents care...

Performs nursing care procedures involving initial patient assessment, evaluation, and preliminary testing to meet patient needs; assists Physician with the care of patient. REQUIRED SKILLS Essential Functions and Job Duties   Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages. Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Provider. Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care. Offers input to plan of care. Educates patient in plan of care; coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or patient’s family. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests; completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up. Arranges...

Must be competent in performing point-of-service testing. Must be proficient in phlebotomy skills. Must have absolute integrity in the accurate performance and reporting of results. Must be able to organize work and to determine priorities. Must have professional discretion with patient information. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with other hospital personnel and with patients. Job duties require rigid clerical accuracy in the identification and reporting of numbers, names and results. REQUIRED SKILLS Physical Demands The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. • Considerable physical exertion, including continuous (70 to 100%) walking, standing, bending, reaching and pushing/pulling of average to heavy loads (26 to 60 pounds). Mobility between nursing units is essential to perform phlebotomy duties. Mental Demands • While performing the duties of this job,...

Performs nursing care procedures involving initial patient assessment, evaluation, and preliminary testing to meet patient needs; assists Physician with the care of patient. REQUIRED SKILLS Essential Functions and Job Duties   Collects and documents data regarding physical, psychological, and educational needs of patients of all ages. Differentiates among emergent, urgent, and non-urgent patients. Identifies signs or symptoms, which indicate a significant variance. Reports variances to Provider. Establishes priorities in clinic setting and collaborates with Provider regarding plan of care. Offers input to plan of care. Educates patient in plan of care; coordinates and communicates plan of care with the patient and/or patient’s family. Screens telephone calls from patients and evaluates for referral. Conducts pre-authorization for medication and ordered tests; completes appropriate forms. Schedules specialized procedures at the hospital; monitors need for follow-up. Arranges...

The basic function of this position requires that the employee be able to perform rudimentary laboratory duties.  A variety of tasks fall within this classification such as blood collection from patients of all ages; performance of CLIA waived testing/other specimen collection; maintaining the stock of phlebotomy supplies; knowledge of insurance requirements for laboratory testing; completion of paperwork to accompany specimens; and basic scheduling.   THIS IS A PRN Position REQUIRED SKILLS 1. Complies with all federal guidelines and clinic policies and procedures including, but not limited to laboratory, drug and alcohol testing, blood borne pathogens, chemical safety, administrative policies and procedures, and corporate compliance. Applies the Minimum Necessary Standard when accessing protected health information. Practices within scope and current standards of care. 2. Assists with various aspects of diagnostic testing including obtaining and/or preparing specimens,...

Performs general maintenance and regularly scheduled preventive maintenance duties. REQUIRED SKILLS Performs regularly scheduled preventive maintenance measures as set forth by the Engineering Department Preventive Maintenance Program. Assists with service functions, including basic corrective maintenance. Performs routine surveillance of assigned area(s). Maintains records of inspections and work performed. Performs housekeeping duties related to job clean-up. Evidences basic working skills in the areas of hand tools, portable electric hand tools, drills, circular saws, etc., test equipment (VOM, outlet tester, tension tester, Amprobe, and Pasar). Performs special assignments, as assigned. Maintains a working knowledge of all major engineering operations within the hospital, and in particular, in the assigned area. Inspects and maintains assigned areas, including shop. Improves knowledge and skills relative to basic skills, plant equipment types, applications and preventive...

Works closely with chief technologist, sonagrapher and Executive Director to supervise and perform technical procedures in the Department of Ultrasonography.  Coordinates the staff work schedule at all locations and the day to day activity of patient procedures performed in the assigned modality. REQUIRED SKILLS Contributes to the achievement of excellence in healthcare through the quality and caring values of Decatur Memorial Hospital Demonstrates courteous behavior through respectful communication with all co-workers, physicians, patients and guests. Demonstrates cost effectiveness in the use of supplies and equipment as indicated by minimal wastage of supplies.  Maintains adequate inventory of all required supplies while maintaining budgetary goals. Supervises technologists and clinical staff of the department to ensure the quality of work. Interviews and recommends for hiring quality staff according to Human Resources policies. Schedules staff at all modality sites to ensure...

Under the supervision of director or delegate, assists in the performance of clerical and administrative duties. REQUIRED SKILLS Receives, prioritizes and disseminates to appropriate persons or other departments.  Acts as a hostess to all persons entering department. Transcribes orders, maintains unit statistics, and enters data into computer. Organizes and prioritizes assigned clerical duties. Maintains safe, efficient and adequately supplied environment. This includes but is not limited to isolation supplies, printer paper, probe covers and formula. Displays a self-directed, mature, disciplined and tactful approach to work duties. Seeks help appropriately. Protects patient confidentiality. Protects patients from harm. Demonstrates knowledge of unit standards. Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Education and/or Other Requirements High school graduate or equivalent. One-on-one care training required. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing...

Performs according to established procedures a variety of services/duties to maintain the hospital campus in a neat, orderly and sanitary condition; including but not limited to vacuuming, buffing, mopping, general cleaning, move furniture, room set up and any other housekeeping task assigned.' *This is a full-time, evening, position* REQUIRED SKILLS Cleans assigned areas according to established guidelines. Maintains all assigned patient rooms, ancillary, clinical and department areas and public areas in a clean, neat and sanitary manner. Other duties include stripping and making beds. Maintains equipment in a clean condition and demonstrates efficient and safe use of equipment and informs supervisor when repairs are needed Cooperates with co-workers and supervisor. Meets quality standards. Maintains equipment in clean condition and good repair. Follows safety and infection control procedures. Assists in cleaning of emergency spills observed and upon request. Observes and reports...