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Summary:Processes, maintains, and reports trauma-related health information data for research, quality assurance, and facility planning and marketing. Abstracts and codes trauma-related clinical data using appropriate classification systems. Obtains long-term follow-up data and analyzes institutional standards. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt.CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suitesA teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of MedicineAccredited Chest Pain CenterAccredited Joint Commission Stroke TeamResponsibilities:Provides clerical, statistical and informational support to the Trauma Service. Other duties include abstracting charts and performing QA on patient information with diagnosis of trauma. Maintains a database to allow for easy retrieval of trauma statistics. Requirements:EducationHigh School diploma or equivalent.ExperienceThree to five years experience in the healthcare or related field.Vocational training preferred. Must have three years of Level 1, Level 2 or like Emergency Department. Licenses, Certifications, or RegistrationsN/AWork Schedule:
VariesWork Type: Full Time
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Summary:Performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards. Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient care and privacy. Transports patients to and from the Operating Room suite. Positions patients according to the type of surgery. Identifies and cares for biological specimens. Prepares the Operating Room by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to type of case.
Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Under the direction of a professional nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior to and during any surgical procedure.Ability to proficiently scrub 3 specialty areas including but not limited to: Transplants, Open Heart, Urology, Neurology, Titanium Rib, Robotics, etc. is highly preferred.Establishes and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments, and sutures to the physician, and assists as directed by the physician. Use the physician preference card as a beginning point when pulling cases and setting up the OR. Ensures that preference cards are kept up to date and as complete as possible.Works effectively as a member of the team caring for the patient. Cooperates in team planning and execution. Maintains a safe environment by always implementing technical and aseptic practices. Demonstrates clinical expertise in the use and care of all surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.Adheres to Universal Barrier Precautions for both patient and own safety in all patient care situations. Demonstrates competency to monitor and control the surgical environment. Maintains proper traffic control, dress codes, and adherence to OR sanitation policies and procedures. Familiar with facility policy and procedure regarding decontamination, processing, and sterilization of all instruments and supplies that are processed within the facility. Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department. Appropriately adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/SkillsHigh School Diploma or equivalent is requiredCompletion of the Surgical Technology program or an accredited LVN/LPN program is required Experience2 or more years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsBLS requiredCertification of Surgical Technologist from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting within 180 days of graduation or LVN/LPN License required Work Schedule:
7AM - 7PM
Work Type:
Full Time
Description
Summary:All pharmacy technicians work under the direction of Clinical Pharmacists to provide pharmacy services with compassion, excellence, and efficiency.
Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Must be 18 years or older.Operational Duties and ResponsibilitiesPharmacy Technicians perform ONLY non-judgmental technical duties under the direct supervision of a pharmacist.Prepares drug orders per physician request according to established policies, procedures, and protocols - Verifies computerized patient medication records accurately. Maintains, accurate, complete patient drug record. Compounds non-sterile pharmaceuticals. Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.Issues controlled substances to patient care areas and maintains records as required by law and institutional policies.Verifies the daily activities of the department are complete and recorded.Maintains competency required for current job title/positionMaintains current technician license. Ensures applicable CE records and licensure are maintained in department files. Attends staff meetings.Completes all competency/skills assessment requirements.Specialty area - Serves as the technician in specialty areas such as the operating room or pharmacy work areas outside the central pharmacy.Ambulatory care - Provides ambulatory pharmaceutical care services as assigned such as but not limited to anticoagulation clinics, intensive medical home, transition of care, Discharge Medication reconciliation, etc.Retail - Performs outpatient distributive functions related to entering prescriptions orders, selecting the correct medications for new and refilled prescription orders, and coordinates delivery of medications for patient pick-up or delivery.Clinical Duties and ResponsibilitiesEnsures safe, appropriate, cost-effective drug therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.Reads, extracts, and interprets information in patient medical records accurately.Detects and reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.Coordinates pharmacist drug education to patients and their families per institutional protocol.Participates in the quality improvement and medication use review activities of the department. Collects data, conducts monitors and inspections, and maintains logs, records and other documentation as assigned.Provides services efficiently and in a timely fashion.Occupational HazardsPotential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances (including chemotherapeutic, cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions), sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items.Risk 0 exposure category.Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.Potential exposure to biologic material when participating in direct patient care activities (e.g., patient education, code attendance).
Job Requirements:
Education/SkillsHigh School Diploma or equivalent required ExperiencePharmacy experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsRegistered Pharmacy technician in the State of practice requiredCertified pharmacy technician preferred Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Full Time
Description
Summary:Responsible for performing all the duties of a phlebotomist including specimen collection, specimen receiving, and specimen referrals.CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suitesA teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of MedicineAccredited Chest Pain CenterAccredited Joint Commission Stroke TeamResponsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Ensures that the company philosophy and core values are evident in the service delivered to customers.Takes responsibility for seeking and achieving professional growth and continued education.Assures quality of work performed by all associates. Coordinates services to customers in a manner that provides customer satisfaction and cost-efficient operations.Assures compliance with CAP, JCAHO, OSHA, infection control, safety, and other regulatory standards, including privacy and security of health information (PHI).Maintains collection tray/container/bag and working area in a neat and sanitary condition & restocks as necessary.Responsible for procurement of supplies for the department in cooperation with the team lead.Performs all duties of a phlebotomist; specimen collection, specimen receiving, specimen send-outs.Prepares specimens for referral to outside labs, including ordering of misc. and misc. referred testing, packaging of specimens, calling of cab, referral paperwork, and the mail systemPerforms all patient specimen collections including, but not limited to, venipuncture, capillary collection, urine drug screen collection, skin tests, and blood, throat, and NP cultures.Ensures that specimen requirements are met at the time of collection and maintain specimen integrityDemonstrates good communication skills by competently interacting with customers, patients, family members, nurses, physicians, clients, and co-workers.Operates the laboratory computer system to document specimen information, patient registration, order entry, collection lists, and other assigned tasks.Performs other related duties as assigned (stand-by/on-call, inventory, special projects, cross-training, etc.).Completes associate performance evaluations and annual competency assessments in a timely manner.
Job Requirements:
Education/SkillsHigh School diploma or equivalent preferred.Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.Completion of a Phlebotomy; Medical Laboratory; or Medical Assistant program that includes phlebotomy preferred.Familiar with medical terminology; computer data entry; organizational skills. ExperienceOne year phlebotomy experience preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsCertified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) is preferred.Phlebotomy Tech (PBT) certification or State licensure is required if in Louisiana. Work Schedule:
VariesWork Type:
Full Time
Description
Summary:The Nursing Assistant is qualified to attend to the needs of the Patient area, performing duties as indicated by the responsibilities checked above under the direct supervision of the unit charge person. The Nursing Assistant is trained in the delivery of age appropriate care by hospital policy. Performs assigned tasks in accordance with the hospital's philosophy, values, standards, policies, and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Vital signs are completed and reported.Answers telephone, records necessary information, and routes calls or message to appropriate personnel. Keeps patients' records current.Notifies the nurse of any significant changes in patient condition within 5 minutes of identification.Requisitions supplies and equipment.Returns all films by the end of the shift.Transports patient as indicated.Obtains x-rays and medical records as indicated.Assist in the chemotherapy area as needed.Keeps ample blank charts available for new patients.Types correspondence, reports, and photocopies information as indicated.Ensures that all charts are supplied with appropriate forms for documentation.Relays messages to the appropriate caregiver within 5-10 minutes of receiving message.Prioritizes orders in the order entry system in a timely and accurate manner.All reports are posted in a timely and accurate manner.Schedules patient's appointments with the physician's office, other departments and follow-up.Uses computer system(s) appropriately.Assists others as necessary, always using time constructively.Pre-admits all patients prior to the patient's day of initial consultationAnswers telephone properly, screening calls, pulling charts, and relaying messages to appropriate staff in a professional manner.Demonstrates ability to recognize priorities and deal with them appropriately.Order entry for radiology and laboratory proceduresCollects co-pays and takes monies to the appropriate area.
Job Requirements:
Education/SkillsHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferredExperiencePrevious experience as a Nurse Assistant in a hospital setting preferredLicenses, Registrations, or CertificationsBLS requiredIn accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
Work Type:
Full Time
Description
Summary:Provides physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist according to established goals and treatment plans. Responsibilities:Maintains consistency with Administrative and Departmental policies with appropriate behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.Performs patient care related duties in order to restore the patient to their maximum level of independence and function according to accepted standards of ethical conduct for PT assistants.Clinical competencies in the physical therapy assisting skills and techniques are demonstrated in a manner that promotes quality patient care.Contributes to the fulfillment of departmental and organizational goals.Participates in established interdepartmental and intradepartmental communication systems and methods to achieve departmental, hospital and corporate goals.Maintains required records as specified in departmental policy and procedures manual.Participates in maintaining/improving the effectiveness of the services provided by the physical therapy department. Assigns duties as appropriate to Physical Therapy Technicians.Requirements:Education/SkillsBasic Computer KnowledgeAbility to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assisting from an accredited Physical Therapy School.Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
Maintain current registration license in Texas and provide the hospital with a copy.BCLS certification.Work Schedule:
PRNWork Type: Per Diem As Needed
Description
Summary:Responsible for performing all the duties of a phlebotomist including specimen collection, specimen receiving, and specimen referrals.CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Beeville is designated by the Texas Department of Health as a Level IV Trauma Center, providing 24-hour emergency and intensive care services for critically ill or injured patients, and stabilizing some 16,500 patients in the ER each year. CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Beeville offers Emergency Services, Intensive Care, Medical Surgical Services, Obstetrics, Surgical Services, Critical Care, and Rehabilitation Services. The hospital has three operating rooms; eight same-day surgery rooms; two endoscopy rooms; an expanded recovery area; new cardiopulmonary service area and an expanded outpatient services wing. Women's Services includes nine birthing suites and a full-service nursery, with access to a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Ensures that the company philosophy and core values are evident in the service delivered to customers.Takes responsibility for seeking and achieving professional growth and continued education.Assures quality of work performed by all associates. Coordinates services to customers in a manner that provides customer satisfaction and cost-efficient operations.Assures compliance with CAP, JCAHO, OSHA, infection control, safety, and other regulatory standards, including privacy and security of health information (PHI).Maintains collection tray/container/bag and working area in a neat and sanitary condition & restocks as necessary.Responsible for procurement of supplies for the department in cooperation with the team lead.Performs all duties of a phlebotomist; specimen collection, specimen receiving, specimen send-outs.Prepares specimens for referral to outside labs, including ordering of misc. and misc. referred testing, packaging of specimens, calling of cab, referral paperwork, and the mail systemPerforms all patient specimen collections including, but not limited to, venipuncture, capillary collection, urine drug screen collection, skin tests, and blood, throat, and NP cultures.Ensures that specimen requirements are met at the time of collection and maintain specimen integrityDemonstrates good communication skills by competently interacting with customers, patients, family members, nurses, physicians, clients, and co-workers.Operates the laboratory computer system to document specimen information, patient registration, order entry, collection lists, and other assigned tasks.Performs other related duties as assigned (stand-by/on-call, inventory, special projects, cross-training, etc.).Completes associate performance evaluations and annual competency assessments in a timely manner.
Job Requirements:
Education/SkillsHigh School diploma or equivalent preferred.Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.Completion of a Phlebotomy; Medical Laboratory; or Medical Assistant program that includes phlebotomy preferred.Familiar with medical terminology; computer data entry; organizational skills. ExperienceOne year phlebotomy experience preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsCertified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) is preferred.Phlebotomy Tech (PBT) certification or State licensure is required if in Louisiana. Work Schedule:
VariesWork Type:
Full Time
Description
Summary:Provides basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff and ensures patient safety and well-being.
Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Answering patient calls and helping patients with eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility. Feeding patients, measuring, and recording their food and liquid intake.Monitoring and documenting patients' temperature, blood pressure, and other vital signs and reporting changes to nurses or doctors.Assisting nurses or doctors with medical procedures and dressing wounds.
Job Requirements:
Education/SkillsHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience1 year of experience required.3 - 5 years of experience preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsBLS required.National PCT Certification (includes Phlebotomy and EKG) preferred. Work Schedule:
VariesWork Type:
Full Time
Description
Summary:The Emergency Department Technician requires the skills and knowledge of many areas such as: ED Tech, Patient Registrar, Unit Clerk, and Monitor Tech. The Emergency Department Tech performs a variety of RN delegated tasks under the supervision of a registered nurse. He/she assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with training, competence and skill. He/she is knowledgeable of and follows all hospital policies and procedures. Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, adequately stocked and safe patient environment.CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Kleberg is a premier medical facility found in a town known for its ranching history and rich in Texas culture in Kingsville, Texas. Licensed for 100 beds, the hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center general acute care facility offering complete Medical and Surgical Services including Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Skilled Nursing, as well as, Emergency, Intensive Care, Cardiac and Comprehensive Diagnostic Services serving the resident of Kleberg, Brooks, Kennedy and southern Nueces counties.CHRISTUS Spohn Kleberg Plaza houses the hospital's birthing services with modern, state-of-the-art labor/delivery/recovery/postpartum rooms (LDRPs,) a nursery, the Cissy Horlock Taub Women's Center (a diagnostic and education/resource center) and physician office suites. Outpatient rehabilitation services including occupational, and speech therapy, wound care, physical and aquatic therapy are offered at two convenient locations in Kingsville.At CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Kleberg, we respect what each individual brings to our faith-based mission of healing, and to our commitment to provide the very finest health care. Your background, your skills and your personality are welcome here. We have a supportive environment where quality of work and quality of life are in balance.Responsibilities:
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Assists with admission, transfer, and discharges of patients.Commensurate with training, observes patient's condition, recognizes changes in patient status, and reports findings to the RN.Escorts stable patients to other departments as required.Cleans, procures, and returns equipment and supplies.Assists with ordering and maintaining stock items.Maintains competency to perform special procedures such as: venipuncture, splinting, staple and suture removal, nonsterile dressing changes, peak expiration flow rate, pulse oximetry, and crutch training.As delegated, sets up for Emergency Department procedures and assists the RN as directed.As delegated by the RN, operates patient monitoring equipment, records, rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs, biomarkers, and glucometer readings.Performs phlebotomy, collects laboratory specimens as ordered, and inserts saline lock under the direction of the RN.Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the population-specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, age specific and other developmental needs of each patient served.Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs duties of a clerical and non-nursing nature on the nursing units. Activities include serving as a receptionist for the unit, transcribing orders and requesting items for patient care, and assisting with maintaining patient, unit, and hospital records.As a Patient Registrar - Greet all patients as they arrive in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner; Demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of customer service principles, and departmental expectations regarding customer service. Show concern for patient problems and ensure comfort of the patient while waiting to be registered or seen by the provider. Document in the computer system all necessary demographic, insurance, and financial information. Compile or retrieve scheduled reports from computer system.Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of CHRISTUS Health.Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Education/SkillsA High School Diploma or GED is preferredCompletion of one of the following educational programs or previous CHRISTUS Emergency Technician experience is required:Nursing Assistant programMedical Assistant programBasic EMT program, Intermediate EMT programPT Care Tech programMilitary basic combat training and Advanced Individual Training for military medicsExperience1 - 2 years of patient care experience in an acute care hospital, emergency department, EMT field/Emergency Care, or military medic setting preferredLicenses, Registrations, or CertificationsBLS requiredDe-escalation training within 90 days of hire/transfer date requiredMust maintain one of the following certifications:Certified Nursing AssistantCertified Medical AssistantCertified Patient Care TechEMT-B or EMT-I Work Schedule:
7PM - 7AMWork Type:Full Time
Description
Summary:The Paramedic is a certified and/or licensed paramedic and is part of the Emergency Department patient care team who collaboratively works in a complementary and assistive role with nursing. The Paramedic performs a variety of RN delegated tasks under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. He/she assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with training, competence and skill. He/she is knowledgeable of and follows all hospital policies and procedures. Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, adequately stocked and safe patient environment. The Emergency Department of CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Kleberg is a 12-bed unit organized and designed for the immediate treatment of emergency medical and/or surgical conditions. We have a Medical provider 24 hours per day with An Advance Practitioner 9 hours per day. The Emergency Department had been designated a Level IV Trauma Center by Texas Department of Health. The department is responsible for initiating lifesaving procedures in all types of emergency situations and for providing emergency care for other conditions, including chronic medical problems and minor injuries and illnesses. After emergency measures are implemented the patient may be transferred within the hospital, to another institution, or discharged home. Our average daily census is 60. The most frequent medical diagnoses seen are R/O Myocardial Infarction, Congestive Heart Failure, Pneumonia , Cardiovascular conditions, cardiopulmonary conditions, Diabetes Mellitus, Hepatitis, Pancreatitis, URI and Urosepsis. The most frequent surgical conditions are appendicitis, fractured hip and spontaneous abortion. The ER staff work closely with the community by providing education on disease process and safety measures. We also volunteer our time and service to help out our local naval base during events such as "Wings over Texas" and our surrounding areas with events such as, "Beach to Bay." Our team has been recognized for exceeding the goal for treating a MI or stroke patient. They have made changes to the overall flow in the ER to improve the door to doctor times and over all patient experience. We have earned the Silver Award from the American Heart Association for our Stroke Care. Responsibilities:Maintains a clean and safe environment, and manages all assigned supplies and equipmentDemonstrates proficiency in setting up procedures as delegated. Completely operates patient monitoring equipment, records, rhythm strips, runs 12 lead EKGs, biomarkers and glucometer readings under the direction of the RN.Performs phlebotomy, collects laboratory specimens as ordered and inserts saline lock, foley catheter and nasal gastric tubes under the direction of the RN. Assist in patient care, obtains and documents vital signs, provides patient hygiene, maintains clear and respectful communications with patients, families and the healthcare team. Transports patients to radiology and nursing units utilizing appropriate transport and monitoring equipment. Requirements:Education/SkillsHigh School Graduate or equivalentExperience Two to three years' experience in a doctor's office or other ambulatory health care setting. Licenses, Registrations, or CertificationsCertified EMT - P (Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic)CPR (American Heart Association)ACLS within 6 months of hire/transfer dateDe-escalation training required within 90 days of hire/transfer date.PALS within 18 months of hire/transfer dateWork Schedule:
11AM - 11PMWork Type: Per Diem As Needed
