REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
RN with two years of clinical RN experience. Must possess and maintain a current license or valid permit to practice in Texas. Current BLS required.
REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
RNBLS
JOB SUMMARY:
Competent Clinician. Possesses knowledge and skill to meet standards for competent professional nursing practice as specified in the Texas Nurse Practice Act. Experienced, knowledgeable and skilled in specialty area. Competently functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Practice is characterized by predominantly interdependent decision-making. Practice is problem focused and patient centered in the manner care is provided. Able to manage unexpected or emergency situations that are commonly seen in assigned specialty population. Serves as a resource for Nurse Clinician I or II. Can manage commonly seen contingency situations that arise on the clinical unit. Provides patient care through nursing practices based upon the American Nurses Association Standards of Professional Practice, and Professional Performance. Values specialty unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Professional Practice:
Nursing Process
Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents the daily care of assigned patients.Identifies nursing diagnoses/patient care needs. Develops and individualizes care plan and revises plan of care as needed.Executes physician's orders for all assigned patients. Administers medications and treatments and delivers culturally congruent and specialty appropriate competent nursing care in accordance with UTMB's policies, procedures, and standards in a caring and compassionate manner.Performs routine technical procedures/skills in specialty area assigned.Patient/Family Teaching & Health Promotion
Provides basic patient/family instruction and healthcare teaching based on identified learning needs (patient values, beliefs, barriers, and readiness to learn).Identifies potential impact of family dynamics .Utilizes evidence-based resources to provide patient/family education.Uses Teach-Back to determine effectiveness and modifies strategies as needed.Care Coordination & Delegation
Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities according to skill level and work complexity.Maintains safety and continuity of care using methods such as bedside shift report, hand-off tools/processes, inter-disciplinary rounding, etc.Demonstrates effective time management skills.Delegates appropriately, seeking guidance when needed.Demonstrates competent use of technology in the delivery of patient care.Professional Performance:
Ethics (legal/regulatory), Advocacy & Culturally Congruent Cares
Identifies ethical situations and seeks assistance, if necessary, to resolve.Utilizes available resources when ethical issues arise.Delivers culturally sensitive care using resources to meet the needs of patient/family.Serves as a patient advocate, seeking guidance when necessary.Communication & Collaboration
Supports healthy work environment by demonstrating respectful verbal and non-verbal communication with all members of the healthcare team. Seeks assistance for support with challenging communication.Recognizes colleagues when they go above and beyond in demonstrating UTMB's core values.Plans, coordinates, and prioritizes patient care activities in collaboration with inter-professional team.Leadership
Recognizes informal and formal unit/hospital leaders and can educate colleagues regarding unit/hospital leadership.Recognizes unit, nursing, and institutional strategic initiatives and health system goals.Recognizes the importance of financial responsibility to promote fiscal health for the patient, unit and organization.Education, Evidence-Based Practice & Research
Attends/participates in unit meetings/activities and supports the philosophy and goals of the unit department and organization.Participates in shared leadership at the unit level .Participates in unit based quality improvement activities.Attends in-services and continuing education activities.Participates in one journal club annually .Completes the UTMB/Vizient Nurse Residency Program and completes an evidence based practice project as required .Demonstrates commitment to lifelong learning (evidence-based practice, specialty certification, advanced degree, etc.).Demonstrates ability to accept and adopt change by seeking knowledge and needed information.Demonstrates knowledge of how to access and utilize evidence-based resources to guide patient care.Quality, Resources & Safety
Identifies patient safety concerns and reports appropriately; addresses immediate safety concerns appropriately.Identifies unit quality metrics/outcomes data and improvement activities; actively engages in discussion, activities related to unit goals.Demonstrates self-care through practices that support personal well-being, personal safety and injury prevention.General Requirements:
Completes required specialty specific Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools by the initial performance evaluation due date for placement in employee file.Actively participates in ongoing self-evaluation of competency using Competency Based Orientation (CBO) tools and e-performance nursing appraisal.Completes the annual self-evaluation on time for competency and performance evaluation.Performs and reports point of care testing (POCT).Prioritizes and organizes work so that required assignments are completed within a specified time frame.Provides and maintains a clean, safe environment and performs and/or assists others to perform proper aseptic technique, isolation procedures and infection control measures.Practices basic cost containment for patients and the unit.Consistently completes accurate, concise and legible documentation for all patient, unit and hospital records (including care delivery and telephone patient related interactions).Competently utilizes electronic forms of communication and documentation.Meets periodic UTMB and unit specific compliance requirements for health screening, training, attendance, safety, and CPR.Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.SALARY RANGE:
Salary commensurate with experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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WORK SCHEDULE:
4 X 10s, Wednesday through Saturday 8:30pm to 7:00am. Will include call rotation and holidays.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST I
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Radiologic Technologist I position works independently to complete a variety of routine, diagnostic radiology procedures to include common and special fluoroscopic exams of routine to moderate complexity. This position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures. This Radiologic Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to diagnostic radiology exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates of Applied ScienceGraduate of an accredited radiography program0+ years of experience
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
American Registry for Radiology Technologist (ARRT-R)Texas Medical Board certification (MRT)American Heart Association BLSESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment.Collaborates with all members of the patient care team.Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.Proactive in responding to patient needs.Optimizes protocols to provide for better patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes positioning, collimation, physiology, procedure preparation, technical factors and appropriate use of lead markers.Assists physicians during diagnostic procedures or fluoroscopic procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.Performs diagnostic radiologic procedures to include common, special and fluoroscopy diagnostic exams of moderate complexity.Practices radiation safety and ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures.Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.Participates in WASTE walks and supports department LEAN projects.Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.Performs imaging equipment quality control (QC) at required intervals to ensure all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use. Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.Participates in department projects or shared governance activities.Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a technologist.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST II
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Radiologic Technologist II position is an experienced technologist and unit educator, competent in a variety of routine to complex diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures. This position is a member of the direct patient care team and is fully competent in all aspects of diagnostic radiology exams. The Radiologic Technologist II position serves as a mentor and trainer for Radiologic Technologists I and preceptor for clinical students. This position works independently by exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures. The Radiologic Technologist II position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic radiology and fluoroscopic procedures. This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to diagnostic radiology exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates of Applied ScienceGraduate of an accredited radiography program3+ years of experienceLICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT-R)Texas Medical Board certification (MRT)ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment.Collaborates with all members of the patient care team.Guides and mentors Radiology Technologist I and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities.Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.Proactive in responding to patientOptimizes protocols to provide for better patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes positioning, collimation, physiology, procedure preparation, technical factors and appropriate use of lead markers.Assists physicians during diagnostic procedures or fluoroscopic procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.Performs diagnostic radiologic procedures to include common and special diagnostic and fluoroscopic exams of complex nature.Practices radiation safety and ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices, and policies.Identifies LEAN opportunities and WASTE, providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e., contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate.Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Assists with implementation and education of department based, safety initiatives and standards of practice.Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered. Leads departmental special projects, initiatives and/or shared governance activities.Seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development.Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Associate's of Applied Science OR Graduate of an accredited radiologic technologist program
0+ years of experience
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT-R)
Texas Medical Board certification (MRT)
American Heart Association (BLS)
America Heart Association ACLS and PALS obtained within 6 months of hire
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Interventional Radiology Technologist I position works as part of a procedural team to complete a wide variety of Interventional procedures, to include Body and Neuro Interventional procedures. This position provides direct assistance to physicians, sterilely prep/drape patients, scrub assist, and circulate during interventional procedures. This Interventional Radiology Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to Interventional Radiology exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment.
Collaborates with all members of the patient care team.
Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.
Utilizes verbal, nonverbal & written communication to achieve mutual understanding.
Proactively responds to patient needs.
Optimizing protocols to provide for better patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includespositioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors.
Assists physicians during diagnostic procedures or fluoroscopic procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
Utilizes AIDET incorporating Key Words and MANAGE UP techniques, when speaking to patients and family members at an age-appropriate level.
Practices radiation safety and ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)
Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.
Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.
Complies with job role, department, and hospital safety standards, practices, and policies.
Participates in WASTE walks and supports department LEAN projects.
Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into the appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.
Performs daily imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e.,medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.
Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
Ensures their personal timecard is accurate and approves it in a timely manner to prevent retro amendments.
Participates in department projects or shared governance activities.Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a technologist.
SALARY
Commensurate with experience.
SCHEDULE
M-F 8-4:30 with rotating calls.
Equal Employment Opportunity
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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