Wound Care Clinician Outpatient (LPN, RN) Full-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: Provides compassionate, effective outpatient clinical wound care to patients, often in fast-paced environment. May case-manage a group of patients, will work under guidance of clinic physicians and Clinical Coordinator, provide patient/caregiver wound related education, communicate with other healthcare providers regarding a patient’s care, enter and evaluate data, maintain patient charting. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree required. Four years experience and/or training directly applicable to Position Summary may substitute for degree. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with current New Mexico license or compact state license. BLS issued through the American Heart Association required, ACLS preferred. Wound Care and/or Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy certifications preferred. SKILLS: Basic/operable computer skills required Must have obvious concern for patient welfare Must have sound organizational skills and the ability to analyze data Must be able to read, understand and implement professional journals as well as regulatory documents Ability to learn and use wound care products Ability to multi-task and possess effective and mature communications skills Ability to read and speak Spanish a plus. EXPERIENCE: Experience in general nursing, wound care, hyperbaric oxygen and outpatient clinical operations preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: Responsible to: Clinical Coordinator ENVIRONMENT: Bloodborne Pathogens: B Exposure to infectious disease, bloodborne pathogens and caustic chemicals; occasional unpredictable physically demanding situations. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations as well as move or assist in moving, lifting, positioning, pushing, transferring patients as well as equipment or supplies. Frequent prolonged standing and walking, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, often in fast-paced environment. Hearing & visual acuity within normal limits.

Senior Therapeutic Radiologic Tech /Per Diem

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Chief Therapist, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Manager of Medical Physics, is accountable for ongoing shift leadership, and for the operation of the Radiation Oncology department. The Chief Therapist provides direct supervision of the radiation therapy technologists, monitors patient workflow, educates the radiation therapy technologists when necessary, provides care for patients while delivering radiation therapy, and works as a Tech, as scheduled. The Chief Therapist coaches and guides radiation therapy technologists under his/her supervision; demonstrates Professionalism and Excellence by acting as a role model for clinical and service excellence. The Chief Therapist will be responsible for creating and maintaining the schedules, this will include finding coverage for time-off requests. Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiation Therapy Technology, ARRT credentialed as a registered radiation therapy technologist. Bachelor Degree preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current Radiology license in the State of New Mexico. SKILLS: Technical knowledge of radiation therapy equipment, Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge of treatment positioning, medical terminology, radiation therapy quality assurance and quality control requirements Basic computer skills. EXPERIENCE: Minimum seven years of experience required NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Director / Manager of Medical Physics 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. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment in excess of 50 lbs. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required

Outpatient Lactation Coordinator Arroyo Chamiso Pediatrics/ Per-Diem

Description 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 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.

Clinical Manager (RN) Pediatrics /Full-time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Manager is responsible for direction of clinical services in Pediatrics. Works closely with the Chief Nursing Executive and the 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 preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: R.N. with current New Mexico State license. BLS, NRP and either PALS or ENPC certifications required. National certification in area of expertise is a plus. 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 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 women’s services or pediatrics.Two years progressive management experience. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Chief Nursing Executive. 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.

Clinical Supervisor Ultrasound Services/Full Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Ultrasound Supervisor, in collaboration with and under the direction of the Radiology Supervisor/Director/Manager, is accountable for ongoing shift leadership, and for the operation of all Ultrasound imaging services departments. The supervisor works as a department ultrasound technologist scanning patients. The Ultrasound supervisor provides direct supervision of the Ultrasound staff, monitors patient workflow, educates the radiology associates when necessarily and provides care for patients while obtaining ultrasound images. The Ultrasound Supervisor coaches and guides employees under his/her supervision; demonstrates Professionalism and Excellence by acting as a role model for clinical and service excellence. The working Supervisor will be responsible for creating and maintaining the schedules within their modality; this will include finding coverage for requests off. The Working Supervisor will also rotate call with current Director and Manager Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound technology, ARSMS credentialed as Ultrasound technologist. Bachelor Degree preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Current Radiology license in the State of New Mexico. Current BLS Certification issued through American Heart Association. SKILLS: · Technical knowledge of ultrasound imaging equipment, anatomy. Physiology, radiographic positioning, medical terminology · Radiology quality assurance and quality control requirements · Basic computer skills. EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years Charge Tech level experience required. Certification in a secondary modality preferred. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Director / Manager of Radiology Services 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. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment in excess of 50 lbs. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required

Clinical Manager (RN) Inpatient Rehab Unit / Full-Time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Manager is responsible for management of clinical services in the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit (IRU). 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 EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing. BSN preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: R.N. with current New Mexico State license. BLS issued through American Heart Association, 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 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 medical/surgical services.Two years progressive management experience. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Director, Patient Care Services 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. Ability to lift 50lbs.

Clinical Nurse Manager (RN) Inpatient Women's Services / Full-time

Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Clinical Manager is responsible for direction of clinical services in Women’s 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 EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing. BSN preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: R.N. with current New Mexico State license. BLS and other certification as applicable to area. National certification in area of expertise is a plus. 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 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 women’s services or Pediatrics.Two years progressive management experience. NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Chief Nurse Executive 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.