POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES The RN Service Coordinator-RN (RN-SC) contributes to the Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS) service coordination process by performing activities within the scope of licensure; provides supervision and direction to staff participating in Member’s cases following applicable state law and contract; develops, monitors, evaluates, and revises the Members’ care plans to meet Member’s needs, to optimize health care across the care continuum to enhance the Member's well-being, independence, integration in the community, and potential for productivity. The RN-SC conducts a holistic assessment of the Member's dynamics, needs, and preferences while providing education and health-related information to the Member, the Member’s Legal Authorized Representative (LAR), and the Member’s Support Network. Responsible for the coordination of STAR+PLUS Members' covered and non-capitated services, including acute and LTSS, while meeting the Member's physical, behavioral, functional, and psychosocial needs. Complies with policies, procedures, and protocols for establishing and maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, employees, patients, and guests. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing or social work is required. BSN is preferred. Four (4) recent years of clinical experience preferred, which may include service coordination, case management, quality management, or managed care experience. Working knowledge of HMO standards, LTSS, and NCQA standards is preferred. Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid HMO experience is preferred. Experience in meeting the needs of vulnerable populations who have chronic or complex conditions is required. Bilingual, English/Spanish, is preferred. LICENSURE/ CERTIFICATION A current, unrestricted license to practice professional nursing issued by the State of Texas is required. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients in the Ambulatory setting in accordance with UH policies and standards. Supports and promotes University Health values to ensure patient/guest relations. Performs the nursing process in a safe therapeutic manner in a designated clinic setting. Maintains, facilitates and promotes department policies and standards. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE At least one year experience in direct patient care is preferred. Current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Healthcare Provider card required. ACLS certification may be required based on site location. Various certifications may be required based on location site. LICENSURE Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card. Read Less

Nurse Leadership Opportunity! This is a wonderful opportunity for a motivated, self-starter who is seeking a supervisory position and a new challenge! University Health System is Bexar County and South Texas' first health system to earn Magnet status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet hospitals and health systems offer patients reassurance that they are being cared for by a team with a proven track record for providing excellent care and positive outcomes for their patients. What sets us apart? Most up-to-date advancements in nursing Home to the only Level I trauma center in South Texas Nationally certified nursing staff Regionally, nationally and internationally recognized P osition Summary: The Registered Nurse Manager (Patient Care Coordinator-PCC) will be responsible for performing expert leadership skills in management of staff and coordination of patient care activities. The professional RN will work collaboratively with all healthcare providers and non-health care providers. Will serve as a mentor and role model for all staff and will receive mentoring for the Nursing Director. Requirements: Must have a current Texas RN licensure BSN Required BLS from the American Heart Association and national certification in related field are required. Three (3) years recent, full-time hospital experience with a minimum of two (2) years in an equivalent management capacity is also required. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the overall organization and administering of the primary stroke program, ensuring all aspects of care is delivered to the stroke patient from admission throughout the continuum of care, to patient disposition. Works collaboratively with patients, families, hospital staff, healthcare providers and community groups to optimize patient care and promote primary stroke center designation. Utilizes principles of program management, advanced clinical care and leadership to execute PI initiatives and education of staff, patient and community. Collaborates with hospitals and professional organizations to facilitate the development of the stroke program; assessing community needs; participating in meetings as appropriate; providing expertise in the area of stroke specialization. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing is required, BSN required or willing to enroll in a program within 12 months of hire. MSN preferred. Must have at least three years clinical or hospital nursing with two years’ experience in Neurological Critical and/or Emergency Care setting; evidence of advanced clinical knowledge, leadership abilities, and teaching skills preferred. Previous experience in stroke care, data collection and analysis is desired. Work experience with the operation of personal computers and Microsoft Office software is expected. LICENSURE Must possess a current license to practice as a Registered Nursing in the State of Texas. National certification, SCRN, required or must be obtained within 18 months of hire Current training in Basic Cardiac Life Support (CPR) is required. NIHSS certification required within 90 days of hire. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Under general supervision, the Clinical Transplant Coordinator II develops and uses advanced clinical management, consultation, education and research to promote quality care for the specific transplant patient populations. Provides growth in a clinical knowledge through research based practice with peers. Supports and maintains the University Health’s policies, protocols, values and guest relations. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with an RN and five (5) years nursing experience required. One year of transplant or end stage organ failure nursing experience may be substituted for two (2) of the five (5) required years of general nursing experience. Bachelors Degree in Nursing required or must be attained with in three years of date of hire. Knowledge of transplant, health care trends, community and regional resources. An ability to establish cooperative working relationships with diverse groups and individuals, medical staff and other health care disciplines and understanding of the consultative process. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES The RN Service Coordinator-RN (RN-SC) contributes to the Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS) service coordination process by performing activities within the scope of licensure; provides supervision and direction to staff participating in Member’s cases following applicable state law and contract; develops, monitors, evaluates, and revises the Members’ care plans to meet Member’s needs, to optimize health care across the care continuum to enhance the Member's well-being, independence, integration in the community, and potential for productivity. The RN-SC conducts a holistic assessment of the Member's dynamics, needs, and preferences while providing education and health-related information to the Member, the Member’s Legal Authorized Representative (LAR), and the Member’s Support Network. Responsible for the coordination of STAR+PLUS Members' covered and non-capitated services, including acute and LTSS, while meeting the Member's physical, behavioral, functional, and psychosocial needs. Complies with policies, procedures, and protocols for establishing and maintaining good working relationships with co-workers, employees, patients, and guests. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing or social work is required. BSN is preferred. Four (4) recent years of clinical experience preferred, which may include service coordination, case management, quality management, or managed care experience. Working knowledge of HMO standards, LTSS, and NCQA standards is preferred. Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid HMO experience is preferred. Experience in meeting the needs of vulnerable populations who have chronic or complex conditions is required. Bilingual, English/Spanish, is preferred. LICENSURE/ CERTIFICATION A current, unrestricted license to practice professional nursing issued by the State of Texas is required. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides supervision over assigned clinical staff in a designated clinic setting to effectively and efficiently administer nursing care according to physician's orders. Communicates and enforces Policies and Procedures and Standard of Work. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited School of Vocational Nursing is required. Recommend at least two years experience in an outpatient setting with progressive responsibilities. Recommend at least two years experience in a supervisory/management position in a health care setting. LICENSURE Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must maintain a current CPR Certification. ACLS certification is preferred. Read Less

Nurse Leadership Opportunity! This is a wonderful opportunity for a motivated, self-starter who is seeking a supervisory position and a new challenge! University Health is Bexar County and South Texas' first health system to earn Magnet status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet hospitals and health systems offer patients reassurance that they are being cared for by a team with a proven track record for providing excellent care and positive outcomes for their patients. What sets us apart? Most up-to-date advancements in nursing Home to the only Level I trauma center in South Texas Nationally certified nursing staff Regionally, nationally and internationally recognized P osition Summary: The Registered Nurse Manager (Patient Care Coordinator-PCC) will be responsible for performing expert leadership skills in management of staff and coordination of patient care activities. The professional RN will work collaboratively with all healthcare providers and non-health care providers. Will serve as a mentor and role model for all staff and will receive mentoring for the Nursing Director. Requirements: Must have a current Texas RN licensure BSN Required BLS from the American Heart Association and national certification in related field are required. Three (3) years recent, full-time hospital experience with a minimum of two (2) years in an equivalent management capacity is also required. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides skilled direct patient care (dialysis) and monitoring of renal dialysis patients. Operates all renal dialysis equipment and recognizes changes in the renal patient’s condition while on dialysis. Administers medications and access hemodialysis catheters for the patient care techs as assigned. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Two years recent experience in general patient care is required. Verification of course completion in accordance with all American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider guidelines is required. LICENSURE Current LVN licensure in the State of Texas is required. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains management responsibility and accountability for clinical practice of nursing for a nursing unit. Promotes the University Health System Customer Relation’s policy. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and current registration with the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas is required (Magnet). Master of Science Degree in Nursing with an Administration component is preferred. Five years experience in nursing with at least two years in a supervisor or managerial position is required. Experience in a 300+ bed hospital preferred. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES The Perioperative Nurse Fellow is a full-time Monday – Friday training position for nurses new to the operating room environment. The goal of fellowship is to provide the tools and skills needed for the novice OR nurse to grow into competent and independent nurse circulators. Components of fellowship include: completion of a didactic perioperative course with successful scores, following rotation requirements in surgical services as assigned by department educators or leadership team, and punctual, consistent attendance to assigned work schedule. Upon completion of fellowship, the nurse will transition to a full time circulator position within the department. Shift to be determined based on department needs. The nurse is responsible for the delivery and documentation of patient care during the intra-operative period. This includes knowledge and preparation of the surgical suite. The RN will assess the patient’s needs, physiologically as well as emotionally, and plan nursing care accordingly. The nursing role during this phase focuses on providing quality patient care through familiarity with and adherence to policies and procedures, and standards of practice for perioperative nursing. The nurse will also monitor compliance to established standards, policies and procedures for ancillary staff. He/she will facilitate and demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE RN with two or more years of nursing experience required. Must have a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support and Health Care Provider card. BSN highly preferred. American Heart Association ACLS completion highly preferred or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. LICENSURE Current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a Registered Nurse is required. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides skilled direct patient care (dialysis) and monitoring of renal dialysis patients. Operates all renal dialysis equipment and recognizes changes in the renal patient’s condition while on dialysis. Administers medications and access hemodialysis catheters for the patient care techs as assigned. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Two years recent experience in general patient care is required. Verification of course completion in accordance with all American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider guidelines is required. LICENSURE Current LVN licensure in the State of Texas is required. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains management responsibility and accountability for clinical practice of nursing for a nursing unit. Promotes the University Health System Customer Relation’s policy. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and current registration with the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas is required (Magnet). Master of Science Degree in Nursing with an Administration component is preferred. Five years experience in nursing with at least two years in a supervisor or managerial position is required. Experience in a 300+ bed hospital preferred. Read Less

University Health is Bexar County and South Texas' first health system to earn Magnet status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet hospitals and health systems offer patients reassurance that they are being cared for by a team with a proven track record for providing excellent care and positive outcomes for their patients. What sets us apart? Most up-to-date advancements in nursing Level I Trauma Center Teaching Hospital Nurse Residency Program RN Loan Repayment Program Nationally certified nursing staff Regionally, nationally and internationally recognized Requirements: Current RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing BSN highly preferred American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card Read Less

University Health offers comprehensive care for kidney diseases throughout South, Texas. Our Dialysis Department is looking for an experienced Dialysis Registered Nurse to join their team of caring professionals as a Nurse Educator to help educate, train and mentor new hires for the assigned area. Come be a part of an organization that gives back to its community by providing top quality care and invests in its people. We offer: Low Cost Medical Insurance that includes Vision Dental Plans RN Student Loan Repayment Up to $800 a year for continuing education reimbursement Generous PTO accrual Career Growth POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Serves as a clinical expert, educator, and mentor for assigned area. Functions in a team environment to provide support to clinical practice. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE BSN is required. A national certification is preferred. Minimum of two years of full-time nursing experience required in Dialysis, five years preferred. Demonstration of experience in curriculum development and implementation of adult learning principles is required. LICENSURE State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse is required. Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card is required. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES The Perioperative Nurse Fellow is a full-time Monday – Friday training position for nurses new to the operating room environment. The goal of fellowship is to provide the tools and skills needed for the novice OR nurse to grow into competent and independent nurse circulators. Components of fellowship include: completion of a didactic perioperative course with successful scores, following rotation requirements in surgical services as assigned by department educators or leadership team, and punctual, consistent attendance to assigned work schedule. Upon completion of fellowship, the nurse will transition to a full time circulator position within the department. Shift to be determined based on department needs. The nurse is responsible for the delivery and documentation of patient care during the intra-operative period. This includes knowledge and preparation of the surgical suite. The RN will assess the patient’s needs, physiologically as well as emotionally, and plan nursing care accordingly. The nursing role during this phase focuses on providing quality patient care through familiarity with and adherence to policies and procedures, and standards of practice for perioperative nursing. The nurse will also monitor compliance to established standards, policies and procedures for ancillary staff. He/she will facilitate and demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE RN with two or more years of nursing experience required. Must have a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support and Health Care Provider card. BSN highly preferred. American Heart Association ACLS completion highly preferred or must be obtained within 90 days of hire. LICENSURE Current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a Registered Nurse is required. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients in the Ambulatory setting in accordance with University Health policies and standards. Supports and promotes University Health values to ensure patient/guest relations. Performs the nursing process in a safe therapeutic manner in a designated clinic setting. Maintains, facilitates and promotes department policies and standards. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Graduation from an accredited school of vocational nursing is required. Starting pay varies based on experience; entry up to 2 years, 2-3 years and 4 years or more experience in health care delivery as an LVN. PALS and ACLS certification may be required based on site location. LICENSURE Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Serves as a shift resource to nursing and nursing services support staff. Assists in ensuring compliance with the established policies and procedures of the University Health and Detention Health Care Services. Serves as a designated mentor for the training and development of nursing and support staff, in collaboration with the Supervisor and Department Educator. Under the supervision of the RN Clinic Supervisor and Clinical Nursing Director, working collaboratively with all healthcare providers and non-healthcare provider staff. Also receives clinical supervision from staff RNs. Supports and adheres to University Health (UH) and Detention Health Care Services (DHCS) policies and procedures. Demonstrates behaviors consistent with UH mission, vision and values. Promotes excellent internal and external customer relations. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Must have at least two years experience in health care delivery within a correctional setting. Two years experience in a supervisory/management position within a health care setting. Certification in Correctional Health Care is preferred. LICENSURE Must possess a current license to practice Vocational Nursing in the State of Texas. Must have a current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider or AHA BLS Instructor Provider card Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Cooperatively plans, organizes, provides, and evaluates community education and health education activities. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Licensed Vocational Nurse Diploma is required. Must have good business etiquette and excellent oral and written communication skills. Two years member service experience in a managed health care setting is preferred. Medicaid knowledge is preferred. Bilingual ability in English/Spanish is preferred. LICENSURE Must possess a current permit or license from the board of nurse examiners for the State of Texas to practice vocational nursing. Read Less

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Provides clinic management support and supervision of assigned staff in the designated clinic setting. Performs the nursing process in a safe therapeutic manner in an inpatient setting. Provides direct patient care of assigned patients in the inpatient setting and intensive care unit. Monitors ESRD/ AKI patients on dialysis. Supports and adheres to University Health and department-specific policies and standards. Mentors and assists in supervising clinical staff. Provides clinic management support for the Acute Dialysis Patient Care Coordinator. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required (Magnet). Must have at least three years of clinical outpatient or inpatient dialysis nursing with two years of supervisory/charge experience in nursing. Experience within University Health is desirable. LICENSURE Must possess a current license to practice Registered Nursing in the State of Texas. Must have a current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card. Read Less