Careers with BVCHD

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Responsible for coordinating and providing care to perioperative patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• Will function as a member of the sterile team and is responsible for creating and maintaining a sterile field.
• Issue instruments to surgeons in order to provide quality patient care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate from a school of surgical technology or program otherwise acceptable is preferred.
• One year as a Surgical Technologist preferred or one-year operating room experience preferred.
• Experience using an Electronic Health Record or ability and willingness to learn to use the facility Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Current Operating Room Certified Technician (ORCT) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred.
• Current CPR required.

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Primary Purpose

To conduct diagnostic testing procedures and administer treatments to improve patients’ breathing as well as implement and monitor life support equipment.

• Assess, treat and care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Assume primary responsibility for all respiratory care modalities
• Maintain patient records
• Select, assemble, check and operate equipment.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Licensed for California as a Respiratory Care Practitioner
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in acute care therapy
• Experience with pediatric and neonatal patients
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent verbal, written and listening skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to use or willingness to learn the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Software

Education and Training

• High School or equivalent.
• College degree or combination of related experience and education
• Current in BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP

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Position Summary

• The Perioperative registered nurse provides patient care through assessing, planning, and implementing nursing care patients receive before, during and after surgery.
• These activities include patient assessment, creating and maintaining a sterile and safe surgical environment, pre- and post-operative patient education, monitoring the patient’s physical and emotional well-being, and integrating and coordinating patient care throughout the surgical care continuum.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities Required

Experience, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum of two years hospital experience
• Surgical nursing experience required
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal, written and listening skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy
• Computer skills and ability to use the Electronic Health Record (EHR) or the willingness to learn the EHR

Education and Training

• Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license
• BSN preferred
• BLS, ACLS and PALS Certification

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Primary Purpose

Following the Nurse Practice Act and Scope of Service, this position will work collaboratively with the other staff members and medical staff to serve the patients of the Acute Department and function in the areas including but not limited to:

• Provides comprehensive, quality care for the patients
• Provides age-specific and culturally sensitive care to patients
• Ensures the readiness of the Nursing Department
• Communicates clearly and concisely with others to meet patient care needs
• Demonstrates professionalism and takes responsibility for personal and professional growth
• Supports and participates in hospital wide quality initiatives
• Adheres to regulatory and compliance standards

Qualifications

Experience, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum 1 year acute care nursing experience
• Previous Emergency Department/Critical Care experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal, written and listening skills.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic computer skills

Education and Training

• High School or equivalent.
• Valid California Registered Nurse license
• BLS certification
• ACLS certification
• PALS certification
• Basic Dysrhythmia certification, preferred

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Responsibilities

• In accordance with policies and procedures, carries out physical therapy practice appropriate to the age of the client.
• Involves caregiver in client care, communicates with team members, and promotes maximum function of client.
• Participates in quality improvement, identifies patients appropriate for physical therapy, and integrates Bear Valley Community Healthcare District values into the work performance

Education

• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy Assistant Program Accredited by the APTA.

Experience

• One to two years of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Experience in acute care hospital, outpatient care services or orthopedic and neurological care. This experience can be as a student intern program or work experience

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RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Following the Nurse Practice Act and Scope of Service, this position will work closely with staff members and medical staff to serve the patients of the Acute.
• Will provide comprehensive, quality care for patients, provides age-specific and culturally sensitive care to patients.
• Ensures the readiness of the Nursing Department and communicates clearly and concisely with others to meet patient care needs.
• Supports and participates in hospital wide quality initiatives and adheres to regulatory and compliance standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum (1) year experience in acute care nursing required.
• Minimum (1) year emergency/critical care experience required.
• Current California RN license, BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications required.
• Basic Dysrhythmia certification preferred.
• CPI training required within (6) months of hire.

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RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• General patient care including bathing, oral care, assisting licensed personnel with the completion of the nursing process providing quality care.
• Takes off and transcribes physician orders as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school or equivalent.
• California State Certified Nurse Assistant, current CPR/BLS certification required.

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RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• The Laboratory Manager is responsible for the overall organization and coordination of the clinical laboratory.
• Performs high level testing as indicated under the CLIA guidelines.
• Assures that all tests are performed under the guidelines as required by other regulatory agencies.
• Insures that proper laboratory procedures and standards are followed and that hospital objectives regarding safety of laboratory personnel are met.
• Must work closely with the Medical Director of the Laboratory.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of training, completed at an accredited school of Medical Technology.
• Five years experience in Clinical Laboratory with one-year experience as department manager.
• A current Clinical Laboratory Scientist license issued by the State of California in accordance with Chapter 3, Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code.
• Registration as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists is preferred.
• Registration as a Specialist by the ASCP or AABB, in an individual category (Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology or Microbiology) is desirable.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Following the Nurse Practice Act and Scope of Service, this position will work closely with staff members and medical staff to serve the patients of the Emergency Departments.
• Will provide comprehensive, quality care for patients, provides age-specific and culturally sensitive care to patients.
• Ensures the readiness of the Nursing Department and communicates clearly and concisely with others to meet patient care needs.
• Supports and participates in hospital wide quality initiatives and adheres to regulatory and compliance standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum (1) year experience in acute care nursing required.
• Minimum (1) year emergency/critical care experience required.
• Current California RN license, BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications required.
• Basic Dysrhythmia certification preferred.
• CPI training required within (6) months of hire.

BEAR VALLEY COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Following the Nurse Practice Act and Scope of Service, this position will work closely with staff members and medical staff to serve the patients of the Emergency Departments.
• Will provide comprehensive, quality care for patients, provides age-specific and culturally sensitive care to patients.
• Ensures the readiness of the Nursing Department and communicates clearly and concisely with others to meet patient care needs.
• Supports and participates in hospital wide quality initiatives and adheres to regulatory and compliance standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum (1) year experience in acute care nursing required.
• Minimum (1) year emergency/critical care experience required.
• Current California RN license, BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications required.
• Basic Dysrhythmia certification preferred.
• CPI training required within (6) months of hire.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Emergency Room Technician works under a supervisor and in conjunction with staff nurses in providing quality care for the patients, assisting the physician, interacting with personnel in other departments, communicating with patient’s families and visitors within the framework of the philosophy and policies established by Bear Valley Community Healthcare District.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Emergency medical service experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT certification) is required.
• Must have current BLS certification and have basic dysrhythmia.
• CPT preferred.
• CPI training within 6 months of hire.

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RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Works under the general technical supervision of the Clinical Laboratory Director.
• Performs high level testing as indicated under the CLIA Act.
• Performs testing under guidelines as required by other regulatory agencies.
• Insures that proper laboratory procedures and standards are followed and that hospital objectives regarding safety of laboratory personnel are met.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of training, completed at an accredited school of Medical Technology.
• One year experience, working under a qualified Director, is required to meet CAP standards.
• A current Clinical Laboratory Technologist license issued by the State of California in accordance with Chapter 3, Division 2 of the Business and Professions Code.
• Registration as a Medical Technologist by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists is preferred.
• Registration as a Specialist by the ASCP or AABB, in an individual category (Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology or Microbiology) is desirable.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Activities Coordinator is responsible for the planning and implementation of the Activities Program of the Skilled Nursing Facility within the framework, philosophy and policies of Bear Valley Community Healthcare District.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be knowledgeable and sensitive to the needs of the elderly.
• Computer literate. High school graduate or equivalent with at least four (4) years of experience in a related area such as the geriatric population and structured senior activity programs.
• Certification from an accredited Activity Director Program. Certified Nurse Assistant certification preferred.
• Current BLS required.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

•  Certification from an accredited Activity Director Program with one (1) year of documented consultation from an Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant or Recreational Therapist with one (1) year of experience, or
• Certification as an Occupational, Dance, Art, Music or Recreational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant, or
• Two (2) years of experience in a Social/Recreational Program in the past five (5) years, one of which was full time in a patient activities program in a health care setting.

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RESPONSIBTILITES:

Utilizes independent judgment to manage and supervise nursing and hospital operations on assigned shift.  Coordinates all admissions including SNF, Acute, OBS, Swing and outpatient procedures.  Maintains staffing levels that promote efficient, economical and quality patient care.  Responsible for activities to maximize patient flow.  Functions as an onsite administrative representative, in the absences of hospital administrations.  Supports the mission of the organization.

• Provides management and supervision in the clinical areas. Participates in patient care by relieving for lunch breaks on all units and assist in high patient acuity.
• Participates in meetings, committees and projects. Actively participates in a minimum of one Hospital wide committee and quarterly Nurse Leadership meetings.
• Mentors nursing staff and provides leadership for continuous development of teams and individual staff members.
• Evaluates performance of staff and assists nurse managers in the evaluation, coaching and counseling of employees.
• Provides input and feedback and assists in the development of annual performance evaluations for staff.
• Evaluates the performance of probationary employees.
• Ensures compliance with organizational policies and procedures and with regulatory requirements and, if necessary, initiates disciplinary and counseling process with respect to violations of organizational policies and procedures which threaten immediate harm to patients, staff or the hospital.
• Serves as a hospital administrative liaison for patients, families, visitors and/or physicians for the resolution of problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current California RN license.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS certification.
• Must have at least 2 years of clinical experience.
• Management experience preferred.

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COOK RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Under the general supervision of the Food Service Supervisor, prepares, seasons and cooks food for residents/facility patients, employees and visitors using the menu and standardized recipes.
• Also serves food during tray line and maintains area utilizing high standards of sanitation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read and write English and follow oral and written instruction.
• Must possess a current Food Handlers certification card and current BLS card.
• Two or three years’ experience in food preparation desirable, preferably in a health care facility.
• Must possess a current Food Handlers or Serv Safe certification card and current BLS card.

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RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• The Employee Health Nurse facilitates, tracks, and coordinates Employee Health programs.
• Has primary responsibility for the facilitation of the COVID-19 employee tracking, testing and reporting program.
• May perform contract tracing and notification as it relates to employees within the district.
• This job involves the responsibility and authority to access confidential data reflective of the employee’s health status.
• The Employee Health Nurse will collaborate with Infection Control and Nursing Administration on related areas regarding compliance with regulations.
• Assists with maintaining new hire and annual employee health files and programs such as new hire, annual physicals, immunizations and communicable disease/ needlestick exposures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, and Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel spreadsheets and Word required.

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