Case Manager / Case Management / Full-time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: In collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and interdisciplinary team, the Case Management Coordinator ensures patient progression through the continuum of care in an efficient and cost effective manner. The Case Management Coordinator is responsible for identifying, initiating and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care coordination, and discharge planning are accountabilities of this role. Payer-based requests regarding individual members are fulfilled, where appropriate and pertinent. The Case Manager adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance and policies and procedures, continually assuring quality patient care and regulatory compliance. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred OR Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Licensed as a Registered Nurse to practice nursing in the state of New Mexico. Meets contact hour requirements for licensure, including all state required courses. OR Current licensure as an LMSW/LISW/LCSW in New Mexico. Case Management certification highly desirable – ACM (Accredited Case Manager), CCM (Certified Case Manager, RN-BC (Board Certified in Case Management) SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations Ability to function in a stressful and fast paced environment Interpersonal skills that promote teamwork Critical thinking/problem solving skills Knowledge of and ability to utilize in house and external resources Flexibility in prioritization Ability to multitask Effective organizational skills Significant knowledge and understanding of availability of community and post-acute resources EXPERIENCE: Two years’ experience in Health Care setting preferred, with at least one year in an Acute Care Setting. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: Responsible to: Director of Case Management ENVIRONMENT: General office environment and general hospital department/nursing units (100% of day). Blood borne Pathogens: A PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to move around the hospital to all units/department for about 80% of the day, in office 20% of the day. Requires close work, good vision, dexterity to write as well as to use computer keyboard.

Unit Secretary IP Ortho/Full-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Serves as communication center for nursing unit. Responsible for the completion of work in all areas of business pertaining to the functioning and operation of the nursing unit. This includes facilitating communication for the unit, processing of patient medical records, transcribing of physician orders, data entry and retrieval via utilization of various hospital information systems, completion of the departmental reports and log books, organization of the unit work area and support to the operations of patient care services, and maintaining stock level of routine supplies. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent, required. Unit secretary, medical terminology and computer experience preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: BLS certification strongly encouraged. SKILLS: Excellent communication (verbal, written, listening) skills. Excellent phone etiquette and multi-line telephone skills. Basic computer, typing and data entry skills.Good organization and time management skills. Detail oriented and capability of performing multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to read, speak, and write English fluently. Basic Experience operating facsimile and duplicating equipment preferred. EXPERIENCE: One year in a clerical role. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Manager, Nursing Unit ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogens B May work irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around maintenance of desk and clerical duties in nursing unit. Exposure to infectious diseases. May perform prolonged work at computer station. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to write neatly and legibly and spell correctly. Most work is done in a sitting position over long periods of time with hands and arms slightly raised. Regular changes of position from sitting, standing, walking. Must be able to carry up to 15 lbs. and transport by wheelchair patients weighing 200 lbs. Must be able to listen to multiple conversations around working area while performing other tasks. Utilizes available tools to prevent worker injuries.

Clinical Supervisor (RN) PCU / Full-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Supervisor, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Nursing Department Director/Manager, is accountable for ongoing shift leadership and operations of a clinical department and for nursing care safety and quality. The Clinical Supervisor uses sound human resource and budget principles to guide the daily provision of nursing services to patients and families. The Clinical Supervisor supports comprehensive patient and family services through effective participation with the interdisciplinary team. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for supervising nursing department associates and providing patient care when needed. Coaches and guides employees under his/her supervision. Demonstrates Professionalism and Excellence by performing as role model for clinical and service excellence. Requirements EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred. National specialty certification preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current RN license in the State of New Mexico. Current BLS Certification. Current ACLS Certification or obtain within 6 months. Current PALS/NRP if applicable to area. Current TNCC if applicable to area or obtain within 6 months. Current CPI or equivalent must be obtained within six months for Behavioral Health and Emergency Department. BLS, ACLS and PALS must be issued through American Heart Association. SKILLS: Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department. EXPERIENCE: 3 years relevant experience preferred but not required. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Nursing Leadership ENVIRONMENT: -Bloodborne pathogen: B Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities of patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Exposure to varying unpredictable situations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Occasionally positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

Outpatient Lactation Coordinator / Full-time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Outpatient Lactation Coordinator is responsible for establishing and overseeing lactation consultation in the outpatient setting to CHRISTUS St. Vincent patients. The Outpatient Lactation Program is intended to provide safe, family-centered patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating lactation plans for the breastfeeding/chest-feeding dyad, as well as for the pumping parent. The program is fully collaborative with the patient, patient’s family, significant others, and members of the health care team. The Lactation Coordinator demonstrates specialized knowledge and clinical expertise in breastfeeding/chest-feeding and human lactation. As an integral member of the Health Care Team, the Lactation Coordinator functions within the Scope of Practice as defined by the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) and follows Standards of Practice as defined by the professional association, Internal Lactation Consultant Association, and adheres to policies, procedures and guidelines of care. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current New Mexico RN license required. BLS Required. Completion of International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Course required. SKILLS: Understanding of best practices in newborn and infant feeding Data informed program development, management, analysis and reporting Ability to collaborate and coordinate with team members from inpatient and outpatient Ability to coordinate care with local collaborative partners Program development skills Training, public speaking, and presentation skills Word, Excel, Power Point proficient Excellent written, verbal, and electronic communication skills Cultural humility and understanding of intersectional factors of power and oppression EXPERIENCE: 5 years’ experience providing lactation support NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: ENVIRONMENT: -Bloodborne pathogen: B Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and intermittent exposure possible to blood, excrements, odors and noise. Work area has normal heat, light, and air. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Working hours vary, with flexibility due to unexpected changes in schedule and emergencies. Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking. Requires the ability to speak, listen, develop and communicate written materials.

Clinician (LPN/RN) Family Medicine Center/Full-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Primary Care Clinician nurse will work collaboratively with physicians, staff and other health care professionals to provide a smooth health care continuum for all patients within the clinic setting. The nurse is an integral member of the clinic care team who works to ensure safety, best practice and high quality standards of care are maintained across the continuum. The RN is responsible for coordinating a variety of patient wellness and chronic illness activities for the clinic’s entire patient population. Success will be measured by the results of the outcome performance measures of the population of patients in the clinic. (eg. Patient Satisfaction, ACO, HCC, clinic quality dashboards). The RN acts in a clinical leadership role utilizing concepts of critical thinking and creative problem solving to ensure positive outcomes in the delivery of clinical care. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing. BSN preferred CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Licensed by State of New Mexico as an RN. BLS Certification issued through American Heart Association required, or within 2 weeks of hire date. SKILLS: Knowledge of and practical use of good business Ability to communicate effectively using written and verbal skill Demonstrates effective teaching techniques, applying adult learning principles. Demonstrates the ability to coordinate and implement appropriate educational materials for patients and their support systems. EXPERIENCE: One year experience working as a nurse in a clinical setting. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: CSVCG Dyad In conjunction with clinic leadership and dyads: Supervises daily activities of medical assistants. In conjunction with Clinic leadership ensures timely orientation and competencies completion for all clinical support staff. Ensures provision of uninterrupted clinical care. Provides feedback to manager for annual performance evaluations of clinical staff. ENVIRONMENT: -Bloodborne pathogen: B PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighting up to 50 pounds. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours. Frequent exposure to bodily fluids, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.

Paramedic Holly Lake 24. Sign on Bonus

Description Summary: The Paramedic Emergency Medical Services is responsible for administering appropriate emergency medical treatment to people who have been injured in accidents or have other medical conditions. Must be able to operate an advanced life support ambulance to administer care. Routinely assist with the inspection of the ambulance and related equipment to ensure proper operation and sanitary cleanliness. Responsibilities: • Respond to the site of life-threatening situations, emergency medical situations and non-emergency calls. • Coordinate response activities with physicians to develop a plan of care based upon the assessment of the patient. • Lead a team of responders by coordinating activities to conduct triage, develop treatment plans, administer medical care and prepare patient for transport to medical facility. • Insure the proper functioning of all emergency medical equipment and vehicles through regular checks; insure adequate inventory supply is maintained aboard emergency vehicles through regular checks. • Assist in the cleaning of station locations. • Interact with firefighters, law enforcement and other non-medical personnel at emergency scenes. • Perform related administrative tasks; completes necessary State and local paperwork; prepare detailed documentation of patient care. • Handle hazardous materials and ensure appropriate disposal in hazardous materials. Ensure compliance to all OSHA regulations for Infection Control, Hazardous Materials Standards, and all job related duties. • Respond to multiple casualty incidents and disasters and provide appropriate medical oversight, triage, care, and transport in coordination with other responders. • Participate in periodic in-service training or as needed basis for any certified and non-certified updates relating to Emergency Medical Services and federal, State, and local EMT-P requirements. • Operate and utilize an ambulance and related medical care response equipment and tools needed in response situations. • Make decisions that conform to the norms, policies, and values of Champion EMS and adhere to federal, state, and local compliance and policy requirements. • Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Work Schedule: 24 HOURS Work Type: Full Time

Clinical Lab Scientist Microbiology/Full-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Analyze specimens according to section procedures and policies, ensuring the appropriateness of the sample. Accurately apply the test procedures, confirm unusual results, and reviews and reports all results according to laboratory policy to enable clinicians to perform accurate patient assessments. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree required in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent required. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: CLS (NCA), MT (ASCP) or equivalent certification as a medical technologist or Clinical Laboratory Scientist as required. Graduates who are Registry eligible may be considered for employment, prior to receiving ASCP or equivalent certification. Must meet CLIA ‘88 requirements for performing high complexity testing as defined in the Federal Register, Vol. 57; 40, Subpart 493.1489. SKILLS: Must read and write English and be able to communicate effectively Laboratory equipment operation skills required. EXPERIENCE: Prefer one year of general laboratory experience. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Laboratory Director ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogen A (Routine exposure risk. Routine exposure in daily duties. Exposed to potentially infectious material on a regular basis and is part of the expected job task.) May be required to wear gloves, laboratory coat, facemask, goggles. Exposed to carcinogenic, hazardous and flammable chemicals, biohazardous and radioactive materials, sharp needles and blades, infectious specimens, toxic fumes and mental stress. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: May be required to work more than a standard shift as dictated by workload, staffing, and equipment failure. Standing, sitting, and/or ambulating for the entire shift assigned. Prefer the ability to move Laboratory supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds.

Clinical Supervisor Med Surg/Full Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Supervisor, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Nursing Department Director/Manager, is accountable for ongoing shift leadership and operations of a clinical department and for nursing care safety and quality. The Clinical Supervisor uses sound human resource and budget principles to guide the daily provision of nursing services to patients and families. The Clinical Supervisor supports comprehensive patient and family services through effective participation with the interdisciplinary team. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for supervising nursing department associates and providing patient care when needed. Coaches and guides employees under his/her supervision. Demonstrates Professionalism and Excellence by performing as role model for clinical and service excellence. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred. National specialty certification preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current RN license in the State of New Mexico. Current BLS Certification. Current ACLS Certification or obtain within 6 months. Current PALS/NRP if applicable to area. Current TNCC if applicable to area or obtain within 6 months. Current CPI or equivalent must be obtained within six months for Behavioral Health and Emergency Department. BLS, ACLS and PALS must be issued through American Heart Association. SKILLS: Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department. EXPERIENCE: 3 years relevant experience preferred but not required. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Nursing Leadership ENVIRONMENT: -Bloodborne pathogen: B Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities of patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Exposure to varying unpredictable situations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Occasionally positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

Clinical Supervisor PEDS/Full-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Supervisor, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Nursing Department Director/Manager, is accountable for ongoing shift leadership and operations of a clinical department and for nursing care safety and quality. The Clinical Supervisor uses sound human resource and budget principles to guide the daily provision of nursing services to patients and families. The Clinical Supervisor supports comprehensive patient and family services through effective participation with the interdisciplinary team. The Clinical Supervisor is responsible for supervising nursing department associates and providing patient care when needed. Coaches and guides employees under his/her supervision. Demonstrates Professionalism and Excellence by performing as role model for clinical and service excellence. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred. National specialty certification preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current RN license in the State of New Mexico. Current BLS Certification. Current ACLS Certification or obtain within 6 months. Current PALS/NRP if applicable to area. Current TNCC if applicable to area or obtain within 6 months. Current CPI or equivalent must be obtained within six months for Behavioral Health and Emergency Department. BLS, ACLS and PALS must be issued through American Heart Association. SKILLS: Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department. EXPERIENCE: 3 years relevant experience preferred but not required. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Nursing Leadership ENVIRONMENT: -Bloodborne pathogen: B Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities of patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Exposure to varying unpredictable situations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Occasionally positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.

Clinical Nurse Manager (RN) Inpatient Behavioral Health / Full-time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Nurse Manager is responsible for the management of clinical nursing services in Behavioral Health Services. Works closely with the Director, and Medical Staff leadership to develop, implement, and maintain clinical and educational programs that enhance the quality of care and achieve a high level of patient and provider satisfaction. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing, BSN degree preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: R.N. with current New Mexico State license or Compact license. BLS and other certification as applicable to area. National certification in area of expertise is preferred. SKILLS: Strong clinical and leadership skills and previous management experience including experience in facilitating interdisciplinary team collaboration. Evidence of such experience should include: Strong nursing and therapy knowledge and clinical skills Effective communication skills (verbal and written) Strong analytical skills Ability to problem solve; ability to appropriately confront issues Ability to motivate others as individuals and as a team Ability to plan, organize, direct, and manage the activities of others Ability to effectively run meetings and to negotiate deadlines Ability to communicate with a wide variety of audiences Experience in dealing with physicians on an administrative level and ability to work collaboratively with medical staff members and leadership EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 5 years experience in clinical role in behavioral health services.Two years progressive management experience. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Director, Med-Surg and BHS. ENVIRONMENT: - Bloodborne pathogen A Works in a clean, well-lighted, ventilated smoke-free environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Subject to stressful professional relationships. Working hours vary, with flexibility due to unexpected changes in schedule and emergencies. Requires the ability to speak, listen, develop and communicate written materials.