1. Essential Functions 1.1 Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed personnel and according to their standards of practice. 2. Essential Functions ( continued) 2.1 Adheres to The Westerly Hospital policies and procedures 3. Staff/Self Development 3.1 Acts as a resource and role model 4. Staf

1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment The registered nurse collects pertinent data

1. Leads development activities including oversight of the development team as needed. 2. Review, analyze and interpret test results as needed. 3. Ensures that clinical data meets required quality metrics and assists with regulatory compliance according to CLIA, CAP, and State guidelines. 4. Works with medical directors concerning the needs and requirements for new clinic

1. Ultrasound Department and Equipment 1.1 Knowledge of Safe and Effective operation of Ultrasound units. 2. Safety 2.1 Adheres to Safe Use and Disposal policy for Cidex (Safety equip, PPD) 3. Time Managment 3.1 Works efficiently and independently and completes work assignments including exam and worksheets. 4. Ultrasound Exam Competency 4.1 Utilizes correct transducer an

1. Reviews medical record documentation to determine appropriate ICD 10 CM codes in accordance with official coding guidelines. 2. Reviews medical record documentation and accurately selects the appropriate CPT codes, modifiers, and ICD 10 PCS, when applicable, in accordance with official coding guidelines. This includes resolving CCI edits, as applicable. 3. Maintains a

1. Technical Duties 1.1 Evaluates specimens for acceptability and accurately performs all testing using current methologies, instruments and manual method if applicable. 2. Quality 2.1 Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens 3. Problem solving 3.1 Follows established quidelines for troubleshooting instrument, reagent or specimen problems 4. Regulat

1. Contributing to the preparation of the surgery by assisting the Circulating Nurse in making available all necessary supplies, instrumentation and equipment according to the needs of the patient and the surgical team. 2. Maintaining safety awareness as it applies to patient and equipment. Proper handling and identification of all specimens. 3. Collaborating with team me

1. As part of the interdisciplinary health care team, coordinates and ensures the implementation of the plan of care, utilizing the principles of case management. 1.1 Establishes a system for coordinating the care of a patient throughout the continuum of care, linking the inpatient care with outpatient care, services, and case management. 2. Optimizes the efficiency of ho

1. Performs patient care responsibilities as assigned. 1.1 Identifies self to patient/family and explains to patient/family the roles of each member of the care delivery team. 2. Performs administrative responsibilities as assigned. 2.1 Sends/receives patient medical records and abstracts new patient records into EPIC. 3. Performs environmental responsibilities as assigne

1. Support and grow the fundraising programs and activity of YNH Children?s Hospital and its satellite campus at Bridgeport Hospital. This includes the management of all logistics, relationships, and solicitation. 2. Provide a highly personalized level of customer service to a portfolio of 75 100 donors/partners, and support/lead relationships with grateful patient famili

1. Performs a comprehensive evaluation as evidenced by the clinical documentation. 1.1 Evaluation is comprehensive and appropriate to patient's age and diagnosis. 2. Demonstrates competence in all occupational therapy modalities and procedures in accordance with departmental policies. 2.1 Demonstrates competence with use of equipment in department. 3. Documentation of eva

1. Clinical Care The Physician Assistant (PA) or the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team. The NP/PA, whether the practice setting is the inpatient, ambulatory, or outpatient settings, provides optimal patient care, from diagno

1. Competent in the Practice of Pharmacy 1.1 Does not have high error rate when entering orders, making IV medications or checking the Pyxis refill. 2. Controlled Substances Inventory and Record Keeping 2.1 Dispenses narcotics/controlled substances according to hospital policy. 3. Sterile Product Preparation 3.1 Complies 100% of time with required clean room attire and cl

1. Patient Care Demonstrates excellence in the completion of patient history, physical exams, and assessments appropriate to patient population. Specific to Palliative Care provides assessments and interventions for pain and non pain symptoms, leads discussions regarding goals of care, facilitates family meetings and interdisciplinary conferences, and attends to all ways

1. Core competency 1.1 Escorts patients to and from exam and /or treatment areas, rest rooms ensuring patient safety by using established organizational policies, procedures and guidelines. Qualifications EDUCATION High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Enrollment in or completion of an accredited medical assistant training program. Knowledge of g