Job Details Kettering Health Main Campus l Kettering l Full-time l Days Responsibilities & Requirements The Care Manager also identifies and assesses patients and families with possible social, psychological and/or environmental needs related to the impact of utilization patterns of care. The Care Manager is also responsible for developing plans for intervention addressing agreed upon priorities, synchronizing supportive services and assisting patients/families in improving or restoring their capacity for social functioning. The patient and family-centric approach to care will be central in the universal care plan development and communication across the care settings. The care manager will be instrumental in identification of patient- driven goals. Specific roles within the Acute Care Setting would include, but are not limited to: Pro-active discharge planning Review of readmission risk assessment tool ,barrier assessment and alleviation Facilitation of interdisciplinary huddles and collaboration throughout the work-day 1:1 patient and family interviews on moderate and high risk patients Evaluation of readmission factors contributing toward inappropriate utilization of services Collaboration with physicians, nursing, and ancillary services in development of safe, next-phase planning Communication on Care Planning in written and/or verbal format to next level of care Facilitate partnership with members across the continuum for aligned outcomes Evaluation of high risk diagnosis for utilization patterns and appropriate care Identification of care gaps in disease states Create customized plan for our moderate and high risk patients as they transition from hospital to next level of care Patient and family interaction on regular intervals with specific patient-centric goal setting Utilization of motivational interviewing techniques to assist patients toward healthier lifestyle choices Facilitate partnership with members across the continuum for aligned outcomes To facilitate optimal care delivery, varied work hours may be required including weekend and holiday shift rotations. Primary documentation occurs in EPIC however interfacing with other information systems occurs to facilitate discharge planning, communication, patient/family education and evidence-based care. The Care Manager nurse follows all Excellence for Life principals and standards of behaviors. Preferred Qualifications Registered Nurse with a current license to practice in Ohio Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, Case Manager, Care Coordinator, Care Manager experience preferred BSN from an accredited school required, Master’s degree preferred Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.
Job Details Physician Office l Wilmington l Full-Time l First Shift Responsibilities & Requirements The APP is a provider of oncology health services who synthesizes and utilizes evidence-based practice, research, and current clinical knowledge. Working in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team. The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and/or nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competence, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and complete documentation and take responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation. The APP role in partnership with supervising/collaborating physician(s) s includes history taking, clinical assessment, and physical examination, and order entry, interpretation of diagnostic studies, clinical diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care for the given population. The APP may have On Call duties and/or weekend responsibilities as assigned by practice/department. Performs other duties as assigned . Essential Functions: Physician and APP completed Quality Assurance chart reviews (25 charts for new grad, 10 charts for an established provider) (Must be kept at practice location). Perform credentialed procedure. APP may perform procedures in accordance with institutional and state guidelines as well as when necessary for scope within specialty of personal competency standards. Evaluates signs and symptoms, including age-appropriate changes, noting pertinent positives and negatives (patient care). Assesses the complex acute, critical, and chronically ill-patient and obtains relevant comprehensive and problem-focused health histories, prioritizing data collection and using collateral sources as necessary (medical knowledge and patient care). Demonstrates the ability to develop and reformulate as necessary, differential diagnoses by priority, identifies the presence of co-morbidities, and uses diagnostic strategies and technical skills to monitor and sustain physiological function and ensure patient safety. Participates in daily team transition huddles to facilitate effective coordinated patient care. Utilizes evidence-based practice, along with prescribing appropriate pharmacologic (includes medication reconciliation) and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities; implements treatment and referral orders; interprets and evaluates appropriate lab and diagnostic testing and reports to collaborating physician(s) and health care team members. Monitoring and ensuring the Quality of the Healthcare Practice - skill of ensuring quality of care through consultation, collaboration, continuing education, certification, and evaluation. The skill of improving one's own practice as well as engaging in interdisciplinary peer and colleague review. Adapts teaching and learning approaches based on physiological and psychological changes, age, developmental stage, cognitive status, readiness to learn, health literacy, the environment, and available resources (professionalism). Participates professionally and works collaboratively to identify processes, principles to meet quality core metrics and documentation standards and expectations (system based) Minimum Education: APRN: Master’s degree with an Advanced Practice Nursing Focus and National Board Certification required PA: Master’s degree required with the appropriate National Certification. Required Certifications: APRN - National Board Certification as a CNP, CNS, CNM, or CRNA (APRN certification to match scope of practice) PA- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required Required Licenses: Current Ohio Board of Nursing license for APRN Current Ohio License 50RX – License to practice as a physician assistant with prescriptive authority Maintain collaborative/supervision agreement as required through the Ohio Medial Board/Ohio Board of Nursing. Includes yearly review/Quality Assurance and evaluations. Required skills include but are not limited to the following: Ability to communicate and relate well with staff, provider(s), and the public Must have awareness of patient confidentiality and be able to follow directions well from physician and work autonomously with little direction Demonstrates the ability to effectively and efficiently document diagnoses, exam findings, and plan. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships and critical analysis skills. Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work under stress Maintains competencies and skills of specialty area of practice. Demonstrates assessment skills, diagnosis with critical thinking and implementation of a plan of care. Professional Role- skill includes clinical reasoning and builds collaborative intra and interprofessional relationships to provide optimal care to patients with complex acute, critical, and chronic illness. Skill of advocating on the behalf of the patient population and the profession through active participation in the health policy process. Managing and Negotiating Healthcare Delivery Systems - skill in addressing the development and implementation of system policies affecting services. Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.
Responsibilities & Requirements Job Responsibilities The Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other interdisciplinary personnel. Utilizing organizational resources the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement. The RN’s actions and communications should reflect Kettering Health Networks mission, vision, values, and policies in interactions with patients, families, and coworker. The Registered Nurse reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager. Job Requirements Graduation from an accredited nursing program Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse At least 12 months of RN expeirnece in an acute care or longterm care setting BLS certification ACLS certification required within six months of hire Must be scheduled a minium of 1152 hours per calendar year Minimum of 12 shifts (144 hours) per a 6 week schedule Weekend Shift Requirement 2 Holiday per year Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.
Responsibilities & Requirements Responsibilities The Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process in providing nursing care to patients in all settings in collaboration with other health care providers. The RN is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law. Utilizing organizational resources, the RN acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities. The delivery of nursing care within the Kettering Health Network reflects the missions, vision, values, and philosophies, of the organization and nursing departments Qualifications Applicants Must Have: Licensed in the state of Ohio as a Registered Nurse Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (NLN, ACEN, or CCNE) if they are a new graduate nurse. Bachelor of Science in nursing preferred (must be completed within 5 years of hire). A nurse who is returning to the acute care setting after five or more years may be required to provide evidence of successful completion of a refresher course. BLS certification ACLS, NRP, PALS as determined by unit scope of practice Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.
Job Details Physician Office l Washington Court House l Full-Time l First Shift Responsibilities & Requirements Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a provider of direct primary care health services who synthesizes and utilizes evidence-based practice, research, and current clinical knowledge. Maintain independent clinic schedule of patients with possibility of empanelment. The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and/or nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competence, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and complete documentation and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation. The APP works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team and in partnership with supervising/collaborating physician(s) with responsibilities that include: history taking, clinical assessment, physical examination, order entry, clinical documentation, interpretation of diagnostic studies, clinical diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care for the given population. The APP may have On Call duties and/or weekend responsibilities as assigned by practice/department. Performs other duties as assigned . Essential Functions: Physician and APP completed Quality Assurance chart reviews (25 charts for new grad, 10 charts for an established provider) (Must be kept at practice location). Evaluates signs and symptoms, including age-appropriate changes, noting pertinent positives and negatives (patient care). Assesses the complex acute, critical, and chronically ill-patient and obtains relevant comprehensive and problem-focused health histories, prioritizing data collection and using collateral sources as necessary (medical knowledge and patient care). Demonstrates the ability to develop and reformulate as necessary, differential diagnoses by priority, identifies the presence of co-morbidities, and uses diagnostic strategies and technical skills to monitor and sustain physiological function and ensure patient safety. Participates in daily team transition huddles to facilitate effective coordinated patient care. Utilizes evidence-based practice, along with prescribing appropriate pharmacologic (includes medication reconciliation) and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities; implements treatment and referral orders; interprets and evaluates appropriate lab and diagnostic testing and reports to collaborating physician(s) and health care team members. Monitoring and ensuring the Quality of the Healthcare Practice - skill of ensuring quality of care through consultation, collaboration, continuing education, certification, and evaluation. The skill of improving one's own practice as well as engaging in interdisciplinary peer and colleague review. Adapts teaching and learning approaches based on physiological and psychological changes, age, developmental stage, cognitive status, readiness to learn, health literacy, the environment, and available resources (professionalism). Participates professionally and works collaboratively to identify processes, principles to meet quality core metrics and documentation standards and expectations (system based). Minimum Education: APRN: Master’s degree with an Advanced Practice Nursing Focus and National Board Certification required PA: Master’s degree required with the appropriate National Certification Required Certifications: APRN - National Board Certification as a CNP, CNS, CNM, or CRNA (APRN certification to match scope of practice) PA- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required Required Licenses: Current Ohio Board of Nursing license for APRN Current Ohio License 50RX – License to practice as a physician assistant with prescriptive authority Required skills include but are not limited to the following: Ability to communicate and relate well with staff, provider(s), and the public. Must have awareness of patient confidentiality and be able to follow directions well from physician and work autonomously with little direction. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships and critical analysis skills. Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work under stress. Maintains competencies and skills of specialty area of practice. Demonstrates assessment skills, diagnosis with critical thinking and implementation of a plan of care. Professional Role- skill includes clinical reasoning and builds collaborative intra and interprofessional relationships to provide optimal care to patients with complex acute, critical, and chronic illness. Skill of advocating on the behalf of the patient population and the profession through active participation in the health policy process. Overview Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.
