Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care Location: Utica, NY Compensation: Weekly Non-Taxed Stipend: $1,162 Hourly Rate: $62 Shift Type: Evening (3 PM - 11 PM) Facility Details: 202-bed skilled nursing facility 40-bed subacute rehabilitation unit Patient populations include MS, ortho, dementia, and memory care Requirements: Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a similar role Licensure: Active New York RN license Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) only EMR: Experience with PointClick Care preferred COVID-19: Vaccination required; exemptions will not be accepted Contract Terms: Duration: 13 weeks Attendance: Must not have 3 or more call outs/tardies during the contract period Documentation: All documentation must be completed in a timely and satisfactory manner Start Date: May 27, 2024 Join our dedicated team at a reputable facility in Utica, NY, where you can make a significant impact on the lives of our residents. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled RN with experience in long-term care to provide high-quality patient care in a supportive environment. Apply now to start your journey with us!
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care Location: Utica, NY Compensation: Weekly Non-Taxed Stipend: $1,162 Hourly Rate: $62 Shift Type: Evening (3 PM - 11 PM) Facility Details: 202-bed skilled nursing facility 40-bed subacute rehabilitation unit Patient populations include MS, ortho, dementia, and memory care Requirements: Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a similar role Licensure: Active New York RN license Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) only EMR: Experience with PointClick Care preferred COVID-19: Vaccination required; exemptions will not be accepted Contract Terms: Duration: 13 weeks Attendance: Must not have 3 or more call outs/tardies during the contract period Documentation: All documentation must be completed in a timely and satisfactory manner Start Date: May 27, 2024 Join our dedicated team at a reputable facility in Utica, NY, where you can make a significant impact on the lives of our residents. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled RN with experience in long-term care to provide high-quality patient care in a supportive environment. Apply now to start your journey with us!
Job Title: Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg Location: Utica, NY Compensation: Weekly Non-Taxed Stipend: $1,162 Hourly Rate: $62 Overtime: After 48 hours Shift Type: Nights, 36 hours per week Facility Details: Float Pool: Med Surg Can be floated to any unit within the hospital except for Psych and ED (unless managing holds) Patient population: Diverse Requirements: Experience: Minimum of 2 years in Med Surg Licensure: Active New York RN license in hand Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) required EMR: Experience with Epic required Radius Rule: Must live within a 75-mile radius of the facility Contract Terms: Duration: 13 weeks Attendance: Must not have 3 or more call outs/tardies during the contract period Documentation: All documentation must be completed in a timely and satisfactory manner Start Date: June 3, 2024 Join our dedicated team as a Float Pool RN in Utica, NY, working night shifts in a dynamic hospital environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality care across multiple units, excluding Psych and ED, and to work with a diverse patient population. If you have a strong background in Med Surg and meet the requirements, apply now to advance your nursing career with us!
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Float Pool Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg Location: Utica, NY Compensation: Weekly Non-Taxed Stipend: $1,162 Hourly Rate: $62 Overtime: After 48 hours Shift Type: Nights, 36 hours per week Facility Details: Float Pool: Med Surg Can be floated to any unit within the hospital except for Psych and ED (unless managing holds) Patient population: Diverse Requirements: Experience: Minimum of 2 years in Med Surg Licensure: Active New York RN license in hand Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) required EMR: Experience with Epic required Radius Rule: Must live within a 75-mile radius of the facility Contract Terms: Duration: 13 weeks Attendance: Must not have 3 or more call outs/tardies during the contract period Documentation: All documentation must be completed in a timely and satisfactory manner Start Date: June 3, 2024 Join our dedicated team as a Float Pool RN in Utica, NY, working night shifts in a dynamic hospital environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality care across multiple units, excluding Psych and ED, and to work with a diverse patient population. If you have a strong background in Med Surg and meet the requirements, apply now to advance your nursing career with us!
Job Description Patient Dining Assistant US-OR-PORTLAND Job ID: 24-37722 Type: Part Time - Benefitted Emanuel Medical Ctr campus Overview Patients feel comfortable seeking your advice on meals and snacks. You have a keen understanding of their dietary restrictions and how to choose the best food options. Your caring and competent nature fits well with the Legacy mission of making life better for others. As a natural people person, the Patient Dining Assistant communicates with patients in-person or via phone to help them place their meal orders based on dietary restrictions. As a valuable member of the food and nutrition team, the Patient Dining Assistant accurately inputs menu selections, responds to requests from nursing units and makes sure that patients meals are consistent with their diet orders. Provides excellent customer service, acting as the Nutrition Services "greeter" who directly communicates with patients by telephone or in person. Serves meals to patients in a professional, efficient manner; instructs patients on meal ordering system; assists patients in placing meal orders; assesses the patients capabilities to utilize the meal order system; completes calorie counts recording patient intake; clearly communicates diet order restrictions to patient; participates as part of the food and nutrition team with nurses, dietitians, and other staff. Takes patients' orders, menu choices for their meals or snacks. Accurately inputs menu selections, prints, meal tickets, responds to printed requests from nursing units, assuring patient choices are consistent with their diet orders. Responsibilities Answers telephone calls from patients, nursing staff, and others. Enters patient menu selections and other patient information into computer system accurately and in a timely manner demonstrating computer literacy. Responds to telephone and printer generated meal choices and inquiries utilizing established scripts as applicable. Verifies diet orders and confirms that patient requests are appropriate for the specified diet order; delivers appropriate menu for diet order. Assures all call center processes are performed smoothly and on schedule including generating/distributing reports from Computrition/Electronic Health Record, meeting benchmark standards for length of calls, etc. Serves meals and between meal nourishments to patients in a professional and efficient manner. Assists patients and/or family members in placing meal orders utilizing established scripts; assesses patient s ability to utilize the meal order system and follows up with the appropriate staff member if unable to participate. Processes diet requisitions retrieved from nursing stations and coordinates additional call center processes between nursing units and production. Orders and replenishes floor stock items on nursing units. Retrieves completed meals from patients rooms in a timely manner and records nutrient intake from meals Communicates with members of other Food and Nutrition Department and other departments effectively and concisely regarding patient support concerns/issues, requests, and other special circumstances; acts as a Food and Nutrition Department liaison. Portions food items in proper containers utilizing proper portion sizes. Anticipates patient/team member needs and services them; when conflicts/concerns arise, he/she takes ownership of the problem and ensures a positive resolution. Participates in departmental quality improvement activities. Serves as a quality assurance control point for every aspect of the room service program. Performs other duties as requested/assigned. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience in customer service environment, and computer operations required. Experience in high volume call center, and food service operations with knowledge of therapeutic diets are preferred. Registered Diet Technician preferred. Skills: Knowledge of specialized diets, hospital processes, medical terminology, along with emergency codes and responses are essential for this position. Experienced in use of computers, with focus on data input, production reports/tallies. Ability to work efficiently without direct supervision; time management skills are essential. Ability to manage high call volumes to courteously receive patient phone calls, process the information and accurately enter into computer system. Demonstrates the ability to speak clearly and be easily understood in a positive and professional manner. Ability to complete all conversations in a positive and helpful manner while meeting time management expectations. Ability to understand and determine patient requests when language or communication style may be difficult to understand, or other patient complications exist. Ability to triage and manage requests to ensure that customer service and essential job functions are always maintained. Ability to understand, operate and problem solve office equipment issues. Ability to interact effectively with hospital and department computer software programs. Ability to understand and utilize patient nutrition related information. Ability to successfully negotiate patient meal choices during phone interactions. LEGACY S VALUES IN ACTION: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy s Values in Action. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled Compensation details: 17.54-23.75 Hourly Wage PI8863d363dccb-1353
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Description Patient Dining Assistant US-OR-PORTLAND Job ID: 24-37722 Type: Part Time - Benefitted Emanuel Medical Ctr campus Overview Patients feel comfortable seeking your advice on meals and snacks. You have a keen understanding of their dietary restrictions and how to choose the best food options. Your caring and competent nature fits well with the Legacy mission of making life better for others. As a natural people person, the Patient Dining Assistant communicates with patients in-person or via phone to help them place their meal orders based on dietary restrictions. As a valuable member of the food and nutrition team, the Patient Dining Assistant accurately inputs menu selections, responds to requests from nursing units and makes sure that patients meals are consistent with their diet orders. Provides excellent customer service, acting as the Nutrition Services "greeter" who directly communicates with patients by telephone or in person. Serves meals to patients in a professional, efficient manner; instructs patients on meal ordering system; assists patients in placing meal orders; assesses the patients capabilities to utilize the meal order system; completes calorie counts recording patient intake; clearly communicates diet order restrictions to patient; participates as part of the food and nutrition team with nurses, dietitians, and other staff. Takes patients' orders, menu choices for their meals or snacks. Accurately inputs menu selections, prints, meal tickets, responds to printed requests from nursing units, assuring patient choices are consistent with their diet orders. Responsibilities Answers telephone calls from patients, nursing staff, and others. Enters patient menu selections and other patient information into computer system accurately and in a timely manner demonstrating computer literacy. Responds to telephone and printer generated meal choices and inquiries utilizing established scripts as applicable. Verifies diet orders and confirms that patient requests are appropriate for the specified diet order; delivers appropriate menu for diet order. Assures all call center processes are performed smoothly and on schedule including generating/distributing reports from Computrition/Electronic Health Record, meeting benchmark standards for length of calls, etc. Serves meals and between meal nourishments to patients in a professional and efficient manner. Assists patients and/or family members in placing meal orders utilizing established scripts; assesses patient s ability to utilize the meal order system and follows up with the appropriate staff member if unable to participate. Processes diet requisitions retrieved from nursing stations and coordinates additional call center processes between nursing units and production. Orders and replenishes floor stock items on nursing units. Retrieves completed meals from patients rooms in a timely manner and records nutrient intake from meals Communicates with members of other Food and Nutrition Department and other departments effectively and concisely regarding patient support concerns/issues, requests, and other special circumstances; acts as a Food and Nutrition Department liaison. Portions food items in proper containers utilizing proper portion sizes. Anticipates patient/team member needs and services them; when conflicts/concerns arise, he/she takes ownership of the problem and ensures a positive resolution. Participates in departmental quality improvement activities. Serves as a quality assurance control point for every aspect of the room service program. Performs other duties as requested/assigned. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience in customer service environment, and computer operations required. Experience in high volume call center, and food service operations with knowledge of therapeutic diets are preferred. Registered Diet Technician preferred. Skills: Knowledge of specialized diets, hospital processes, medical terminology, along with emergency codes and responses are essential for this position. Experienced in use of computers, with focus on data input, production reports/tallies. Ability to work efficiently without direct supervision; time management skills are essential. Ability to manage high call volumes to courteously receive patient phone calls, process the information and accurately enter into computer system. Demonstrates the ability to speak clearly and be easily understood in a positive and professional manner. Ability to complete all conversations in a positive and helpful manner while meeting time management expectations. Ability to understand and determine patient requests when language or communication style may be difficult to understand, or other patient complications exist. Ability to triage and manage requests to ensure that customer service and essential job functions are always maintained. Ability to understand, operate and problem solve office equipment issues. Ability to interact effectively with hospital and department computer software programs. Ability to understand and utilize patient nutrition related information. Ability to successfully negotiate patient meal choices during phone interactions. LEGACY S VALUES IN ACTION: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy s Values in Action. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled Compensation details: 17.54-23.75 Hourly Wage PI8863d363dccb-1353
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
UPMC Mercy Hospital is searching for a Patient & Family Concierge Senior to support our Emergency Department! This casual role will work occasional hours to help increase our patient satisfaction and assist with the patient flow/organization of the department. The Patient & Family Concierge, Senior is part of our new recognized Career ladder. This role was formerly known as a Health Unit Coordinator and will function similarly. The Patient & Family Concierge, Senior is responsible for providing generalized, compassionate service and support to patients, families, and visitors during their stay within the hospital. The core goal of the Concierge, Senior is to create and deliver a top-notch experience for patients, visitors, and colleagues. The Concierge, Senior will serve in a variety of capacities across the hospital based on ever-changing needs. In the course of the day, the Concierge, Senior may assist with patient and visitor destination coordination, environmental services, dietary, patient transport throughout the hospital, supply and equipment management, and administrative support. This position will include patient-facing tasks as well as clerical work, such as answering phones, accurately updating and maintaining patient flow process, coordinating tests and procedures, etc. Above all, the Concierge, Senior will remain focused on patient and guest satisfaction and quality of care from first to last impression. Responsibilities: Destination Coordination: Greets patients and families warmly and positively, providing verbal direction and escort assistance to visitors and patients to ensure their arrival at the appropriate destination. Disseminates patient information to visitors as appropriate while respecting patient confidentiality and withholding restricted information. Serves as a reference source for visiting hours, general directions, package delivery, and general hospital policies. Issues courtesy parking discounts and free passes when appropriate. Issues patient scooters to patients and visitors as needed. Assists with parking cashier functions and validates patient parking. Establishes tracking of patient belongings upon admission. Environmental Services: Cleans, removes trash from, empties linen hampers, and organizes all assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and patient-specific equipment, following established procedures. Replenishes supplies as needed. Makes beds and changes bed linens following established cleaning procedures in all assigned patient discharge rooms and on-call rooms. Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair, reporting any maintenance problems to a supervisor. Dietary Services: Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient or guest specific requirements. Maintains food safety and quality by applying HACCP principles throughout service. Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment. Performs sanitation in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines. Delivers and sets up patient meal trays using the designated department script to ensure proper patient identification. Delivers other nourishments to patients upon request. Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. Transportation Services: Transports patients and patient-specific equipment, and lab specimens using prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Performs inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department. Records transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department. Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to a supervisor. Enters requests for equipment repairs into the online portal as maintenance issues are identified. Inspects and disinfects transportation equipment. Supply & Equipment Management: Orders unit specific supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate and appropriate quantities. Organizes supply room. Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Stocks patient room, supply areas, med cards (no medications), Accucheck trays, phlebotomy/IV trays, PPE, and more. Maintains refrigerator and temperature logs and checks all expiration dates on supplies. Inventories pumps (SCDs, IV, etc.) in patient rooms and removes if not needed. Monitors supply inventory and expiration date in collaboration with supply chain management. Depending on unit need, may also: monitor refrigerator temperatures, check kitchens for expired items, complete additional unit-specific logs and stock, deliver and remove trays, routinely freshen and restock supplies in family lounge, order unit supplies (office supplies, etc.), MD consults. Administrative Support: Completes department administrative functions. Coordinates patient tests and procedures, scheduling patient transports, and completing errands. Responds to telephone calls, providing courteous service to all internal and external callers. Orders and maintains CyraCom equipment. Prints report sheets. Assign Responder 5 and phones. Build and maintains patient charts. Files papers to patient chart. Manages auto-print reports, including OR schedule. Updates Bedboards per unit standards and communicates changes to appropriate staff as needed. Enters and communicates physician orders timely and accurately. Places work order or otherwise contacts Biotronics for malfunctioning equipment. Prints chart copy upon request. Completes patient admissions, discharges, and transfers through electronic health record. Orders parking passes and cashier functions on demand. Requests transport in teletracking, prints ticket to ride. Records transportation data. Checks crash carts including fire equipment and defibrillators as appropriate. Distributes patient and unit mail. Performs unit audits as directed. Initiates quiet time or monitors noise levels. General: Answers unit phones and transfers to appropriate staff Responds to call lights under Nursing Assistant/PCT direction Interacts and socializes with patients and assesses patient needs Rounds hourly to ensure all areas of responsibility are met satisfactorily. Prints and distributes daily plans of care Prompts patient mobility as appropriate, involving the appropriate clinical staff as needed Depending upon unit, may maintain resources like pamphlets, department contacts, etc. Depending upon unit, may complete DOH POC audits, hand hygiene audits, TJC environment tracers, and updating both patient & non-patient facing department bulletin boards. Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers. Responsible for following mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the care of any patient. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse. Exhibits UPMC Values and practices UPMC Experience key behaviors (AIDET + The Promise, 10-5 Rule, Escort Don't Direct, Own Your Zone) when performing all job responsibilities. Performs in accordance with all other system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must have the desire, drive, and compassion needed to provide an exceptional patient and family experience at all times High School diploma OR one year of previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED. 6 months of experience as a Patient & Family Concierge or equivalent Demonstrated competency in all responsibilities of Patient & Family Concierge role Internal promotions to this level are based on the discretion of the business unit's assessment of employee performance Completion of 1 annual contribution from these options: hospital/department committee participation, participation in departmental project, peer interviewer, onboarding/precepting of other Experience Concierges Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
May 16, 2024
Full time
UPMC Mercy Hospital is searching for a Patient & Family Concierge Senior to support our Emergency Department! This casual role will work occasional hours to help increase our patient satisfaction and assist with the patient flow/organization of the department. The Patient & Family Concierge, Senior is part of our new recognized Career ladder. This role was formerly known as a Health Unit Coordinator and will function similarly. The Patient & Family Concierge, Senior is responsible for providing generalized, compassionate service and support to patients, families, and visitors during their stay within the hospital. The core goal of the Concierge, Senior is to create and deliver a top-notch experience for patients, visitors, and colleagues. The Concierge, Senior will serve in a variety of capacities across the hospital based on ever-changing needs. In the course of the day, the Concierge, Senior may assist with patient and visitor destination coordination, environmental services, dietary, patient transport throughout the hospital, supply and equipment management, and administrative support. This position will include patient-facing tasks as well as clerical work, such as answering phones, accurately updating and maintaining patient flow process, coordinating tests and procedures, etc. Above all, the Concierge, Senior will remain focused on patient and guest satisfaction and quality of care from first to last impression. Responsibilities: Destination Coordination: Greets patients and families warmly and positively, providing verbal direction and escort assistance to visitors and patients to ensure their arrival at the appropriate destination. Disseminates patient information to visitors as appropriate while respecting patient confidentiality and withholding restricted information. Serves as a reference source for visiting hours, general directions, package delivery, and general hospital policies. Issues courtesy parking discounts and free passes when appropriate. Issues patient scooters to patients and visitors as needed. Assists with parking cashier functions and validates patient parking. Establishes tracking of patient belongings upon admission. Environmental Services: Cleans, removes trash from, empties linen hampers, and organizes all assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and patient-specific equipment, following established procedures. Replenishes supplies as needed. Makes beds and changes bed linens following established cleaning procedures in all assigned patient discharge rooms and on-call rooms. Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair, reporting any maintenance problems to a supervisor. Dietary Services: Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient or guest specific requirements. Maintains food safety and quality by applying HACCP principles throughout service. Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment. Performs sanitation in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines. Delivers and sets up patient meal trays using the designated department script to ensure proper patient identification. Delivers other nourishments to patients upon request. Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. Transportation Services: Transports patients and patient-specific equipment, and lab specimens using prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Performs inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department. Records transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department. Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to a supervisor. Enters requests for equipment repairs into the online portal as maintenance issues are identified. Inspects and disinfects transportation equipment. Supply & Equipment Management: Orders unit specific supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate and appropriate quantities. Organizes supply room. Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Stocks patient room, supply areas, med cards (no medications), Accucheck trays, phlebotomy/IV trays, PPE, and more. Maintains refrigerator and temperature logs and checks all expiration dates on supplies. Inventories pumps (SCDs, IV, etc.) in patient rooms and removes if not needed. Monitors supply inventory and expiration date in collaboration with supply chain management. Depending on unit need, may also: monitor refrigerator temperatures, check kitchens for expired items, complete additional unit-specific logs and stock, deliver and remove trays, routinely freshen and restock supplies in family lounge, order unit supplies (office supplies, etc.), MD consults. Administrative Support: Completes department administrative functions. Coordinates patient tests and procedures, scheduling patient transports, and completing errands. Responds to telephone calls, providing courteous service to all internal and external callers. Orders and maintains CyraCom equipment. Prints report sheets. Assign Responder 5 and phones. Build and maintains patient charts. Files papers to patient chart. Manages auto-print reports, including OR schedule. Updates Bedboards per unit standards and communicates changes to appropriate staff as needed. Enters and communicates physician orders timely and accurately. Places work order or otherwise contacts Biotronics for malfunctioning equipment. Prints chart copy upon request. Completes patient admissions, discharges, and transfers through electronic health record. Orders parking passes and cashier functions on demand. Requests transport in teletracking, prints ticket to ride. Records transportation data. Checks crash carts including fire equipment and defibrillators as appropriate. Distributes patient and unit mail. Performs unit audits as directed. Initiates quiet time or monitors noise levels. General: Answers unit phones and transfers to appropriate staff Responds to call lights under Nursing Assistant/PCT direction Interacts and socializes with patients and assesses patient needs Rounds hourly to ensure all areas of responsibility are met satisfactorily. Prints and distributes daily plans of care Prompts patient mobility as appropriate, involving the appropriate clinical staff as needed Depending upon unit, may maintain resources like pamphlets, department contacts, etc. Depending upon unit, may complete DOH POC audits, hand hygiene audits, TJC environment tracers, and updating both patient & non-patient facing department bulletin boards. Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers. Responsible for following mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the care of any patient. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse. Exhibits UPMC Values and practices UPMC Experience key behaviors (AIDET + The Promise, 10-5 Rule, Escort Don't Direct, Own Your Zone) when performing all job responsibilities. Performs in accordance with all other system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must have the desire, drive, and compassion needed to provide an exceptional patient and family experience at all times High School diploma OR one year of previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED. 6 months of experience as a Patient & Family Concierge or equivalent Demonstrated competency in all responsibilities of Patient & Family Concierge role Internal promotions to this level are based on the discretion of the business unit's assessment of employee performance Completion of 1 annual contribution from these options: hospital/department committee participation, participation in departmental project, peer interviewer, onboarding/precepting of other Experience Concierges Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Patient Dining Assisant US-OR-TUALATIN Job ID: 24-38211 Type: Regular Full-Time Meridian Park Medical Ctr campus Overview Patients feel comfortable seeking your advice on meals and snacks. You have a keen understanding of their dietary restrictions and how to choose the best food options. Your caring and competent nature fits well with the Legacy mission of making life better for others. As a natural "people person," the Patient Dining Assistant communicates with patients in-person or via phone to help them place their meal orders based on dietary restrictions. As a valuable member of the food and nutrition team, the Patient Dining Assistant accurately inputs menu selections, responds to requests from nursing units and makes sure that patients' meals are consistent with their diet orders. Provides excellent customer service, acting as the Food and Nutrition Services "greeter" who directly communicates with patients by telephone or in person. Serves meals to patients in a professional, efficient manner; instructs patients on meal ordering system; assists patients in placing meal orders; assesses the patients capabilities to utilize the meal order system; completes calorie counts - recording patient intake; clearly communicates diet order restrictions to patient; participates as part of the food and nutrition team - with nurses, dietitians, and other staff. Take patient orders; menu choices for their meals or snacks. Accurately inputs menu selections, prints meal tickets, responds to printed requests from nursing units, assuring patient choices are consistent with their diet orders. Responsibilities Answers telephone calls from patients, nursing staff, and others. Enters patient menu selections and other patient information into computer system accurately and in a timely manner demonstrating computer literacy. Responds to telephone and printer generated meal choices and inquiries utilizing established scripts as applicable. Verifies diet orders and confirms that patient requests are appropriate for the specified diet order; delivers appropriate menu for diet order. Assures all call center processes are performed smoothly and on schedule - including generating/distributing reports from software applications/Electronic Health Record, meeting benchmark standards for length of calls, etc. Serves meals and between meal nourishments to patients in a professional and efficient manner. Assists patients and/or family members in placing meal orders utilizing established scripts; assesses patient's ability to utilize the meal order system and follows up with the appropriate staff member if unable to participate. Processes diet requisitions retrieved from nursing stations and coordinates additional call center processes between nursing units and production. Orders and replenishes floor stock items on nursing units. Retrieves completed meals from patients' rooms in a timely manner and records nutrient intake from meals. Communicates with members of other Food and Nutrition Department and other departments effectively and concisely regarding patient support concerns/issues, requests, and other special circumstances; acts as a Food and Nutrition Department liaison. Portions food items in proper containers utilizing proper portion sizes. Anticipates patient/team member needs and services them; when conflicts/concerns arise, he/she takes ownership of the problem and ensures a positive resolution. Participates in departmental quality improvement activities. Serves as a quality assurance control point for every aspect of the room service program . Performs other duties as requested/assigned . Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent, preferred. Experience: Experience in customer service environment, and computer operations required. Experience in high volume call center, and food service operations with knowledge of therapeutic diets are preferred. Skills: Knowledge of specialized diets, hospital processes, medical terminology, along with emergency codes and responses are essential for this position. Experienced in use of computers, with focus on data input, production reports/tallies. Ability to work efficiently without direct supervision and time management skills are essential. Ability to manage high call volumes, courteously receive patient phone calls, process the information and accurately enter into computer system. Demonstrates the ability to speak clearly and be easily understood in a positive and professional manner. Ability to complete all conversations in a positive and helpful manner while meeting time management expectations. Ability to understand and determine patient requests when language or communication style may be difficult to understand, or other patient complications exist. Ability to triage and manage requests to ensure that customer service and essential job functions are always maintained. Ability to understand, operate and problem solve office equipment issues. Ability to interact effectively with hospital and department computer software programs. Ability to understand and utilize patient nutrition related information. Ability to successfully negotiate patient meal choices during phone interactions. LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled Compensation details: 19.45-27.81 Hourly Wage PI2aaf8-1573
May 14, 2024
Full time
Patient Dining Assisant US-OR-TUALATIN Job ID: 24-38211 Type: Regular Full-Time Meridian Park Medical Ctr campus Overview Patients feel comfortable seeking your advice on meals and snacks. You have a keen understanding of their dietary restrictions and how to choose the best food options. Your caring and competent nature fits well with the Legacy mission of making life better for others. As a natural "people person," the Patient Dining Assistant communicates with patients in-person or via phone to help them place their meal orders based on dietary restrictions. As a valuable member of the food and nutrition team, the Patient Dining Assistant accurately inputs menu selections, responds to requests from nursing units and makes sure that patients' meals are consistent with their diet orders. Provides excellent customer service, acting as the Food and Nutrition Services "greeter" who directly communicates with patients by telephone or in person. Serves meals to patients in a professional, efficient manner; instructs patients on meal ordering system; assists patients in placing meal orders; assesses the patients capabilities to utilize the meal order system; completes calorie counts - recording patient intake; clearly communicates diet order restrictions to patient; participates as part of the food and nutrition team - with nurses, dietitians, and other staff. Take patient orders; menu choices for their meals or snacks. Accurately inputs menu selections, prints meal tickets, responds to printed requests from nursing units, assuring patient choices are consistent with their diet orders. Responsibilities Answers telephone calls from patients, nursing staff, and others. Enters patient menu selections and other patient information into computer system accurately and in a timely manner demonstrating computer literacy. Responds to telephone and printer generated meal choices and inquiries utilizing established scripts as applicable. Verifies diet orders and confirms that patient requests are appropriate for the specified diet order; delivers appropriate menu for diet order. Assures all call center processes are performed smoothly and on schedule - including generating/distributing reports from software applications/Electronic Health Record, meeting benchmark standards for length of calls, etc. Serves meals and between meal nourishments to patients in a professional and efficient manner. Assists patients and/or family members in placing meal orders utilizing established scripts; assesses patient's ability to utilize the meal order system and follows up with the appropriate staff member if unable to participate. Processes diet requisitions retrieved from nursing stations and coordinates additional call center processes between nursing units and production. Orders and replenishes floor stock items on nursing units. Retrieves completed meals from patients' rooms in a timely manner and records nutrient intake from meals. Communicates with members of other Food and Nutrition Department and other departments effectively and concisely regarding patient support concerns/issues, requests, and other special circumstances; acts as a Food and Nutrition Department liaison. Portions food items in proper containers utilizing proper portion sizes. Anticipates patient/team member needs and services them; when conflicts/concerns arise, he/she takes ownership of the problem and ensures a positive resolution. Participates in departmental quality improvement activities. Serves as a quality assurance control point for every aspect of the room service program . Performs other duties as requested/assigned . Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent, preferred. Experience: Experience in customer service environment, and computer operations required. Experience in high volume call center, and food service operations with knowledge of therapeutic diets are preferred. Skills: Knowledge of specialized diets, hospital processes, medical terminology, along with emergency codes and responses are essential for this position. Experienced in use of computers, with focus on data input, production reports/tallies. Ability to work efficiently without direct supervision and time management skills are essential. Ability to manage high call volumes, courteously receive patient phone calls, process the information and accurately enter into computer system. Demonstrates the ability to speak clearly and be easily understood in a positive and professional manner. Ability to complete all conversations in a positive and helpful manner while meeting time management expectations. Ability to understand and determine patient requests when language or communication style may be difficult to understand, or other patient complications exist. Ability to triage and manage requests to ensure that customer service and essential job functions are always maintained. Ability to understand, operate and problem solve office equipment issues. Ability to interact effectively with hospital and department computer software programs. Ability to understand and utilize patient nutrition related information. Ability to successfully negotiate patient meal choices during phone interactions. LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled Compensation details: 19.45-27.81 Hourly Wage PI2aaf8-1573
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Jamestown, New York
Are you someone who enjoys helping others? Possibly interested in creating a career in the hospital setting but not sure where to start? This is the perfect position for you! UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a full-time Patient & Family Concierge, Sr to join us full-time on our Critical Care Unit. This position offers 3/12 hour shifts weekly to include every other weekend and rotating holidays. As a Patient and Family Concierge you will work alongside our Patient Care Technicians and Professional Staff Nurses to help create a better experience for both patient and family members entering and exiting the hospital. A Patient and Family Concierge will be assigned both bedside, stocking, and administrative tasks. UPMC takes pride in advancing its employees through our Career Ladders. This position has room for advancement within the department. We encourage you to apply and become a part of UPMC Chautauqua! Responsibilities: Destination Coordination: Greets patients and families warmly and positively, providing verbal direction and escort assistance to visitors and patients to ensure their arrival at the appropriate destination. Disseminates patient information to visitors as appropriate while respecting patient confidentiality and withholding restricted information. Serves as a reference source for visiting hours, general directions, package delivery, and general hospital policies. Issues courtesy parking discounts and free passes when appropriate. Issues patient scooters to patients and visitors as needed. Assists with parking cashier functions and validates patient parking. Establishes tracking of patient belongings upon admission. Environmental Services: Cleans, removes trash from, empties linen hampers, and organizes all assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and patient-specific equipment, following established procedures. Replenishes supplies as needed. Makes beds and changes bed linens following established cleaning procedures in all assigned patient discharge rooms and on-call rooms. Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair, reporting any maintenance problems to a supervisor. Dietary Services: Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient or guest specific requirements. Maintains food safety and quality by applying HACCP principles throughout service. Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment. Performs sanitation in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines. Delivers and sets up patient meal trays using the designated department script to ensure proper patient identification. Delivers other nourishments to patients upon request. Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. Transportation Services: Transports patients and patient-specific equipment, and lab specimens using prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Performs inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department. Records transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department. Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to a supervisor. Enters requests for equipment repairs into the online portal as maintenance issues are identified. Inspects and disinfects transportation equipment. Supply & Equipment Management: Orders unit specific supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate and appropriate quantities. Organizes supply room. Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Stocks patient room, supply areas, med cards (no medications), Accucheck trays, phlebotomy/IV trays, PPE, and more. Maintains refrigerator and temperature logs and checks all expiration dates on supplies. Inventories pumps (SCDs, IV, etc.) in patient rooms and removes if not needed. Monitors supply inventory and expiration date in collaboration with supply chain management. Depending on unit need, may also: monitor refrigerator temperatures, check kitchens for expired items, complete additional unit-specific logs and stock, deliver and remove trays, routinely freshen and restock supplies in family lounge, order unit supplies (office supplies, etc.), MD consults. Administrative Support: Completes department administrative functions. Coordinates patient tests and procedures, scheduling patient transports, and completing errands. Responds to telephone calls, providing courteous service to all internal and external callers. Orders and maintains CyraCom equipment. Prints report sheets. Assign Responder 5 and phones. Build and maintains patient charts. Files papers to patient chart. Manages auto-print reports, including OR schedule. Updates Bedboards per unit standards and communicates changes to appropriate staff as needed. Enters and communicates physician orders timely and accurately. Places work order or otherwise contacts Biotronics for malfunctioning equipment. Prints chart copy upon request. Completes patient admissions, discharges, and transfers through electronic health record. Orders parking passes and cashier functions on demand. Requests transport in teletracking, prints ticket to ride. Records transportation data. Checks crash carts including fire equipment and defibrillators as appropriate. Distributes patient and unit mail. Performs unit audits as directed. Initiates quiet time or monitors noise levels. General: Answers unit phones and transfers to appropriate staff Responds to call lights under Nursing Assistant/PCT direction Interacts and socializes with patients and assesses patient needs Rounds hourly to ensure all areas of responsibility are met satisfactorily. Prints and distributes daily plans of care Prompts patient mobility as appropriate, involving the appropriate clinical staff as needed Depending upon unit, may maintain resources like pamphlets, department contacts, etc. Depending upon unit, may complete DOH POC audits, hand hygiene audits, TJC environment tracers, and updating both patient & non-patient facing department bulletin boards.Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers.? Responsible for following mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the care of any patient. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.Exhibits UPMC Values and practices UPMC Experience key behaviors (AIDET + The Promise, 10-5 Rule, Escort Don?t Direct, Own Your Zone) when performing all job responsibilities. Performs in accordance with all other system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must have the desire, drive, and compassion needed to provide an exceptional patient and family experience at all times. High School diploma OR one year of previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED.6 months of experience as a Patient & Family Concierge or equivalent Demonstrated competency in all responsibilities of Patient & Family Concierge role. Internal promotions to this level are based on the discretion of the business units assessment of employee performance. Completion of 1 annual contribution from these options: hospital/department committee participation, participation in departmental project, peer interviewer, onboarding/precepting of other Experience Concierges Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
May 13, 2024
Full time
Are you someone who enjoys helping others? Possibly interested in creating a career in the hospital setting but not sure where to start? This is the perfect position for you! UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a full-time Patient & Family Concierge, Sr to join us full-time on our Critical Care Unit. This position offers 3/12 hour shifts weekly to include every other weekend and rotating holidays. As a Patient and Family Concierge you will work alongside our Patient Care Technicians and Professional Staff Nurses to help create a better experience for both patient and family members entering and exiting the hospital. A Patient and Family Concierge will be assigned both bedside, stocking, and administrative tasks. UPMC takes pride in advancing its employees through our Career Ladders. This position has room for advancement within the department. We encourage you to apply and become a part of UPMC Chautauqua! Responsibilities: Destination Coordination: Greets patients and families warmly and positively, providing verbal direction and escort assistance to visitors and patients to ensure their arrival at the appropriate destination. Disseminates patient information to visitors as appropriate while respecting patient confidentiality and withholding restricted information. Serves as a reference source for visiting hours, general directions, package delivery, and general hospital policies. Issues courtesy parking discounts and free passes when appropriate. Issues patient scooters to patients and visitors as needed. Assists with parking cashier functions and validates patient parking. Establishes tracking of patient belongings upon admission. Environmental Services: Cleans, removes trash from, empties linen hampers, and organizes all assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and patient-specific equipment, following established procedures. Replenishes supplies as needed. Makes beds and changes bed linens following established cleaning procedures in all assigned patient discharge rooms and on-call rooms. Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair, reporting any maintenance problems to a supervisor. Dietary Services: Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient or guest specific requirements. Maintains food safety and quality by applying HACCP principles throughout service. Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment. Performs sanitation in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines. Delivers and sets up patient meal trays using the designated department script to ensure proper patient identification. Delivers other nourishments to patients upon request. Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. Transportation Services: Transports patients and patient-specific equipment, and lab specimens using prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Performs inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department. Records transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department. Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to a supervisor. Enters requests for equipment repairs into the online portal as maintenance issues are identified. Inspects and disinfects transportation equipment. Supply & Equipment Management: Orders unit specific supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate and appropriate quantities. Organizes supply room. Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Stocks patient room, supply areas, med cards (no medications), Accucheck trays, phlebotomy/IV trays, PPE, and more. Maintains refrigerator and temperature logs and checks all expiration dates on supplies. Inventories pumps (SCDs, IV, etc.) in patient rooms and removes if not needed. Monitors supply inventory and expiration date in collaboration with supply chain management. Depending on unit need, may also: monitor refrigerator temperatures, check kitchens for expired items, complete additional unit-specific logs and stock, deliver and remove trays, routinely freshen and restock supplies in family lounge, order unit supplies (office supplies, etc.), MD consults. Administrative Support: Completes department administrative functions. Coordinates patient tests and procedures, scheduling patient transports, and completing errands. Responds to telephone calls, providing courteous service to all internal and external callers. Orders and maintains CyraCom equipment. Prints report sheets. Assign Responder 5 and phones. Build and maintains patient charts. Files papers to patient chart. Manages auto-print reports, including OR schedule. Updates Bedboards per unit standards and communicates changes to appropriate staff as needed. Enters and communicates physician orders timely and accurately. Places work order or otherwise contacts Biotronics for malfunctioning equipment. Prints chart copy upon request. Completes patient admissions, discharges, and transfers through electronic health record. Orders parking passes and cashier functions on demand. Requests transport in teletracking, prints ticket to ride. Records transportation data. Checks crash carts including fire equipment and defibrillators as appropriate. Distributes patient and unit mail. Performs unit audits as directed. Initiates quiet time or monitors noise levels. General: Answers unit phones and transfers to appropriate staff Responds to call lights under Nursing Assistant/PCT direction Interacts and socializes with patients and assesses patient needs Rounds hourly to ensure all areas of responsibility are met satisfactorily. Prints and distributes daily plans of care Prompts patient mobility as appropriate, involving the appropriate clinical staff as needed Depending upon unit, may maintain resources like pamphlets, department contacts, etc. Depending upon unit, may complete DOH POC audits, hand hygiene audits, TJC environment tracers, and updating both patient & non-patient facing department bulletin boards.Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers.? Responsible for following mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the care of any patient. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.Exhibits UPMC Values and practices UPMC Experience key behaviors (AIDET + The Promise, 10-5 Rule, Escort Don?t Direct, Own Your Zone) when performing all job responsibilities. Performs in accordance with all other system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must have the desire, drive, and compassion needed to provide an exceptional patient and family experience at all times. High School diploma OR one year of previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED.6 months of experience as a Patient & Family Concierge or equivalent Demonstrated competency in all responsibilities of Patient & Family Concierge role. Internal promotions to this level are based on the discretion of the business units assessment of employee performance. Completion of 1 annual contribution from these options: hospital/department committee participation, participation in departmental project, peer interviewer, onboarding/precepting of other Experience Concierges Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Are you someone who enjoys helping others? Possibly interested in creating a career in the hospital setting but not sure where to start? This is the perfect position for you! UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a full-time Patient & Family Concierge, Sr to join us full-time on our Critical Care Unit. This position offers 3/12 hour shifts weekly to include every other weekend and rotating holidays. As a Patient and Family Concierge you will work alongside our Patient Care Technicians and Professional Staff Nurses to help create a better experience for both patient and family members entering and exiting the hospital. A Patient and Family Concierge will be assigned both bedside, stocking, and administrative tasks. UPMC takes pride in advancing its employees through our Career Ladders. This position has room for advancement within the department. We encourage you to apply and become a part of UPMC Chautauqua! Responsibilities: + Destination Coordination: Greets patients and families warmly and positively, providing verbal direction and escort assistance to visitors and patients to ensure their arrival at the appropriate destination. Disseminates patient information to visitors as appropriate while respecting patient confidentiality and withholding restricted information. Serves as a reference source for visiting hours, general directions, package delivery, and general hospital policies. Issues courtesy parking discounts and free passes when appropriate. Issues patient scooters to patients and visitors as needed. Assists with parking cashier functions and validates patient parking. Establishes tracking of patient belongings upon admission. + Environmental Services: Cleans, removes trash from, empties linen hampers, and organizes all assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and patient-specific equipment, following established procedures. Replenishes supplies as needed. Makes beds and changes bed linens following established cleaning procedures in all assigned patient discharge rooms and on-call rooms. Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair, reporting any maintenance problems to a supervisor. + Dietary Services: Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient or guest specific requirements. Maintains food safety and quality by applying HACCP principles throughout service. Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment. Performs sanitation in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines. Delivers and sets up patient meal trays using the designated department script to ensure proper patient identification. Delivers other nourishments to patients upon request. Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. + Transportation Services: Transports patients and patient-specific equipment, and lab specimens using prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Performs inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department. Records transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department. Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to a supervisor. Enters requests for equipment repairs into the online portal as maintenance issues are identified. Inspects and disinfects transportation equipment. + Supply & Equipment Management: Orders unit specific supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate and appropriate quantities. Organizes supply room. Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Stocks patient room, supply areas, med cards (no medications), Accucheck trays, phlebotomy/IV trays, PPE, and more. Maintains refrigerator and temperature logs and checks all expiration dates on supplies. Inventories pumps (SCDs, IV, etc.) in patient rooms and removes if not needed. Monitors supply inventory and expiration date in collaboration with supply chain management. Depending on unit need, may also: monitor refrigerator temperatures, check kitchens for expired items, complete additional unit-specific logs and stock, deliver and remove trays, routinely freshen and restock supplies in family lounge, order unit supplies (office supplies, etc.), MD consults. + Administrative Support: Completes department administrative functions. Coordinates patient tests and procedures, scheduling patient transports, and completing errands. Responds to telephone calls, providing courteous service to all internal and external callers. Orders and maintains CyraCom equipment. Prints report sheets. Assign Responder 5 and phones. Build and maintains patient charts. Files papers to patient chart. Manages auto-print reports, including OR schedule. Updates Bedboards per unit standards and communicates changes to appropriate staff as needed. Enters and communicates physician orders timely and accurately. Places work order or otherwise contacts Biotronics for malfunctioning equipment. Prints chart copy upon request. Completes patient admissions, discharges, and transfers through electronic health record. Orders parking passes and cashier functions on demand. Requests transport in teletracking, prints ticket to ride. Records transportation data. Checks crash carts including fire equipment and defibrillators as appropriate. Distributes patient and unit mail. Performs unit audits as directed. Initiates quiet time or monitors noise levels. + General: Answers unit phones and transfers to appropriate staff Responds to call lights under Nursing Assistant/PCT direction Interacts and socializes with patients and assesses patient needs Rounds hourly to ensure all areas of responsibility are met satisfactorily. Prints and distributes daily plans of care Prompts patient mobility as appropriate, involving the appropriate clinical staff as needed Depending upon unit, may maintain resources like pamphlets, department contacts, etc. Depending upon unit, may complete DOH POC audits, hand hygiene audits, TJC environment tracers, and updating both patient & non-patient facing department bulletin boards.Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers.? Responsible for following mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the care of any patient. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.Exhibits UPMC Values and practices UPMC Experience key behaviors (AIDET + The Promise, 10-5 Rule, Escort Don?t Direct, Own Your Zone) when performing all job responsibilities. Performs in accordance with all other system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. Must have the desire, drive, and compassion needed to provide an exceptional patient and family experience at all times. High School diploma OR one year of previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED.6 months of experience as a Patient & Family Concierge or equivalent Demonstrated competency in all responsibilities of Patient & Family Concierge role. Internal promotions to this level are based on the discretion of the business units assessment of employee performance. Completion of 1 annual contribution from these options: hospital/department committee participation, participation in departmental project, peer interviewer, onboarding/precepting of other Experience Concierges Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
May 13, 2024
Full time
Are you someone who enjoys helping others? Possibly interested in creating a career in the hospital setting but not sure where to start? This is the perfect position for you! UPMC Chautauqua is seeking a full-time Patient & Family Concierge, Sr to join us full-time on our Critical Care Unit. This position offers 3/12 hour shifts weekly to include every other weekend and rotating holidays. As a Patient and Family Concierge you will work alongside our Patient Care Technicians and Professional Staff Nurses to help create a better experience for both patient and family members entering and exiting the hospital. A Patient and Family Concierge will be assigned both bedside, stocking, and administrative tasks. UPMC takes pride in advancing its employees through our Career Ladders. This position has room for advancement within the department. We encourage you to apply and become a part of UPMC Chautauqua! Responsibilities: + Destination Coordination: Greets patients and families warmly and positively, providing verbal direction and escort assistance to visitors and patients to ensure their arrival at the appropriate destination. Disseminates patient information to visitors as appropriate while respecting patient confidentiality and withholding restricted information. Serves as a reference source for visiting hours, general directions, package delivery, and general hospital policies. Issues courtesy parking discounts and free passes when appropriate. Issues patient scooters to patients and visitors as needed. Assists with parking cashier functions and validates patient parking. Establishes tracking of patient belongings upon admission. + Environmental Services: Cleans, removes trash from, empties linen hampers, and organizes all assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and patient-specific equipment, following established procedures. Replenishes supplies as needed. Makes beds and changes bed linens following established cleaning procedures in all assigned patient discharge rooms and on-call rooms. Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair, reporting any maintenance problems to a supervisor. + Dietary Services: Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient or guest specific requirements. Maintains food safety and quality by applying HACCP principles throughout service. Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment. Performs sanitation in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines. Delivers and sets up patient meal trays using the designated department script to ensure proper patient identification. Delivers other nourishments to patients upon request. Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. + Transportation Services: Transports patients and patient-specific equipment, and lab specimens using prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Performs inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department. Records transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department. Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to a supervisor. Enters requests for equipment repairs into the online portal as maintenance issues are identified. Inspects and disinfects transportation equipment. + Supply & Equipment Management: Orders unit specific supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate and appropriate quantities. Organizes supply room. Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Stocks patient room, supply areas, med cards (no medications), Accucheck trays, phlebotomy/IV trays, PPE, and more. Maintains refrigerator and temperature logs and checks all expiration dates on supplies. Inventories pumps (SCDs, IV, etc.) in patient rooms and removes if not needed. Monitors supply inventory and expiration date in collaboration with supply chain management. Depending on unit need, may also: monitor refrigerator temperatures, check kitchens for expired items, complete additional unit-specific logs and stock, deliver and remove trays, routinely freshen and restock supplies in family lounge, order unit supplies (office supplies, etc.), MD consults. + Administrative Support: Completes department administrative functions. Coordinates patient tests and procedures, scheduling patient transports, and completing errands. Responds to telephone calls, providing courteous service to all internal and external callers. Orders and maintains CyraCom equipment. Prints report sheets. Assign Responder 5 and phones. Build and maintains patient charts. Files papers to patient chart. Manages auto-print reports, including OR schedule. Updates Bedboards per unit standards and communicates changes to appropriate staff as needed. Enters and communicates physician orders timely and accurately. Places work order or otherwise contacts Biotronics for malfunctioning equipment. Prints chart copy upon request. Completes patient admissions, discharges, and transfers through electronic health record. Orders parking passes and cashier functions on demand. Requests transport in teletracking, prints ticket to ride. Records transportation data. Checks crash carts including fire equipment and defibrillators as appropriate. Distributes patient and unit mail. Performs unit audits as directed. Initiates quiet time or monitors noise levels. + General: Answers unit phones and transfers to appropriate staff Responds to call lights under Nursing Assistant/PCT direction Interacts and socializes with patients and assesses patient needs Rounds hourly to ensure all areas of responsibility are met satisfactorily. Prints and distributes daily plans of care Prompts patient mobility as appropriate, involving the appropriate clinical staff as needed Depending upon unit, may maintain resources like pamphlets, department contacts, etc. Depending upon unit, may complete DOH POC audits, hand hygiene audits, TJC environment tracers, and updating both patient & non-patient facing department bulletin boards.Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers.? Responsible for following mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the care of any patient. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.Exhibits UPMC Values and practices UPMC Experience key behaviors (AIDET + The Promise, 10-5 Rule, Escort Don?t Direct, Own Your Zone) when performing all job responsibilities. Performs in accordance with all other system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. Must have the desire, drive, and compassion needed to provide an exceptional patient and family experience at all times. High School diploma OR one year of previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED.6 months of experience as a Patient & Family Concierge or equivalent Demonstrated competency in all responsibilities of Patient & Family Concierge role. Internal promotions to this level are based on the discretion of the business units assessment of employee performance. Completion of 1 annual contribution from these options: hospital/department committee participation, participation in departmental project, peer interviewer, onboarding/precepting of other Experience Concierges Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Are you someone who enjoys helping others and interested in starting a career in the hospital setting? As a Patient & Family Concierge, you will work alongside our Patient Care Technicians and Professional Staff Nurses to help create a better experience for both patients and family members entering and exiting the hospital. The Patient & Family Concierge will be assigned both bedside, stocking, and administrative tasks. UPMC Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Full-Time Patient & Family Concierge (PFC) for our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Rotating shifts, weekend shifts, and rotating holiday shifts will be required. _The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and pay rate based on experience and education. The starting rate of pay for a PFC is $17.38/hr._ The Patient & Family Concierge is responsible for providing generalized, compassionate service and support to patients, families, and visitors during their stay within the hospital. The core goal of the PFC is to create and deliver a top-notch experience for patients, visitors, and colleagues. The PFC will serve in a variety of capacities across the hospital based on ever-changing needs. In the course of the day, the PFC may assist with patient and visitor destination coordination, environmental services, dietary, patient transport throughout the hospital, and supply/equipment management. Above all, the PFC will remain focused on patient and guest satisfaction and quality of care from first to last impression. Responsibilities: + Destination Coordination: + Greets patients and families warmly and positively, providing verbal direction and escort assistance to visitors and patients to ensure their arrival at the appropriate destination. + Disseminates patient information to visitors as appropriate while respecting patient confidentiality and withholding restricted information. + Serves as a reference source for visiting hours, general directions, package delivery, and general hospital policies. + Issues courtesy parking discounts and free passes when appropriate. + Issues patient scooters to patients and visitors as needed. + Assists with parking cashier functions and validates patient parking. + Establishes tracking of patient belongings upon admission. + Environmental Services: + Cleans, removes trash from, empties linen hampers, and organizes all assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and patient-specific equipment, following established procedures. + Replenishes supplies as needed. + Makes beds and changes bed linens following established cleaning procedures in all assigned patient discharge rooms and on-call rooms. + Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair, reporting any maintenance problems to a supervisor. + Dietary Services: + Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient or guest specific requirements. + Maintains food safety and quality by applying HACCP principles throughout service. + Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment. + Performs sanitation in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines. + Delivers and sets up patient meal trays using the designated department script to ensure proper patient identification. + Delivers other nourishments to patients upon request. + Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. + Transportation Services: + Transports patients and patient-specific equipment, and lab specimens using prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. + Performs inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department. + Records transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department. + Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to a supervisor. + Enters requests for equipment repairs into the online portal as maintenance issues are identified. + Inspects and disinfects transportation equipment. + Supply & Equipment Management: + Orders unit specific supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate and appropriate quantities. + Organizes supply room. + Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. + Stocks patient room, supply areas, med cards (no medications), Accucheck trays, phlebotomy/IV trays, PPE, and more. + Maintains refrigerator and temperature logs and checks all expiration dates on supplies. + Inventories pumps (SCDs, IV, etc.) in patient rooms and removes if not needed. + Monitors supply inventory and expiration date in collaboration with supply chain management. + Depending on unit need, may also: monitor refrigerator temperatures, check kitchens for expired items, complete additional unit-specific logs and stock, deliver and remove trays, routinely freshen and restock supplies in family lounge. + General: + Answers unit phones and transfers to appropriate staff. + Responds to call lights under Nursing Assistant/PCT direction. + Interacts and socializes with patients and assesses patient needs. + Rounds hourly to ensure all areas of responsibility are met satisfactorily. + Prints and distributes daily plans of care. + Prompts patient mobility as appropriate, involving the appropriate clinical staff as needed. + Depending upon unit, may maintain resources like pamphlets, department contacts, etc. + Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers. + Responsible for following mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the care of any patient. + Exhibits UPMC Values and practices UPMC Experience key behaviors (AIDET + The Promise, 10-5 Rule, Escort Don't Direct, Own Your Zone) when performing all job responsibilities. + Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse. + Performs in accordance with all other system-wide competencies/behaviors. + Performs other duties as assigned. + Must have the desire, drive, and compassion needed to provide an exceptional patient and family experience at all times. + High School diploma + OR active High School/GED program enrollment + OR one year of previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED. + Previous experience in health care or customer service is a plus, but not required. + Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: + Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal + Act 33 with renewal + Act 34 with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
May 11, 2024
Full time
Are you someone who enjoys helping others and interested in starting a career in the hospital setting? As a Patient & Family Concierge, you will work alongside our Patient Care Technicians and Professional Staff Nurses to help create a better experience for both patients and family members entering and exiting the hospital. The Patient & Family Concierge will be assigned both bedside, stocking, and administrative tasks. UPMC Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Full-Time Patient & Family Concierge (PFC) for our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Rotating shifts, weekend shifts, and rotating holiday shifts will be required. _The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and pay rate based on experience and education. The starting rate of pay for a PFC is $17.38/hr._ The Patient & Family Concierge is responsible for providing generalized, compassionate service and support to patients, families, and visitors during their stay within the hospital. The core goal of the PFC is to create and deliver a top-notch experience for patients, visitors, and colleagues. The PFC will serve in a variety of capacities across the hospital based on ever-changing needs. In the course of the day, the PFC may assist with patient and visitor destination coordination, environmental services, dietary, patient transport throughout the hospital, and supply/equipment management. Above all, the PFC will remain focused on patient and guest satisfaction and quality of care from first to last impression. Responsibilities: + Destination Coordination: + Greets patients and families warmly and positively, providing verbal direction and escort assistance to visitors and patients to ensure their arrival at the appropriate destination. + Disseminates patient information to visitors as appropriate while respecting patient confidentiality and withholding restricted information. + Serves as a reference source for visiting hours, general directions, package delivery, and general hospital policies. + Issues courtesy parking discounts and free passes when appropriate. + Issues patient scooters to patients and visitors as needed. + Assists with parking cashier functions and validates patient parking. + Establishes tracking of patient belongings upon admission. + Environmental Services: + Cleans, removes trash from, empties linen hampers, and organizes all assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and patient-specific equipment, following established procedures. + Replenishes supplies as needed. + Makes beds and changes bed linens following established cleaning procedures in all assigned patient discharge rooms and on-call rooms. + Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair, reporting any maintenance problems to a supervisor. + Dietary Services: + Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient or guest specific requirements. + Maintains food safety and quality by applying HACCP principles throughout service. + Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment. + Performs sanitation in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines. + Delivers and sets up patient meal trays using the designated department script to ensure proper patient identification. + Delivers other nourishments to patients upon request. + Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. + Transportation Services: + Transports patients and patient-specific equipment, and lab specimens using prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. + Performs inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department. + Records transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department. + Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to a supervisor. + Enters requests for equipment repairs into the online portal as maintenance issues are identified. + Inspects and disinfects transportation equipment. + Supply & Equipment Management: + Orders unit specific supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate and appropriate quantities. + Organizes supply room. + Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. + Stocks patient room, supply areas, med cards (no medications), Accucheck trays, phlebotomy/IV trays, PPE, and more. + Maintains refrigerator and temperature logs and checks all expiration dates on supplies. + Inventories pumps (SCDs, IV, etc.) in patient rooms and removes if not needed. + Monitors supply inventory and expiration date in collaboration with supply chain management. + Depending on unit need, may also: monitor refrigerator temperatures, check kitchens for expired items, complete additional unit-specific logs and stock, deliver and remove trays, routinely freshen and restock supplies in family lounge. + General: + Answers unit phones and transfers to appropriate staff. + Responds to call lights under Nursing Assistant/PCT direction. + Interacts and socializes with patients and assesses patient needs. + Rounds hourly to ensure all areas of responsibility are met satisfactorily. + Prints and distributes daily plans of care. + Prompts patient mobility as appropriate, involving the appropriate clinical staff as needed. + Depending upon unit, may maintain resources like pamphlets, department contacts, etc. + Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers. + Responsible for following mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the care of any patient. + Exhibits UPMC Values and practices UPMC Experience key behaviors (AIDET + The Promise, 10-5 Rule, Escort Don't Direct, Own Your Zone) when performing all job responsibilities. + Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse. + Performs in accordance with all other system-wide competencies/behaviors. + Performs other duties as assigned. + Must have the desire, drive, and compassion needed to provide an exceptional patient and family experience at all times. + High School diploma + OR active High School/GED program enrollment + OR one year of previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED. + Previous experience in health care or customer service is a plus, but not required. + Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: + Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal + Act 33 with renewal + Act 34 with renewal + Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Are you someone who enjoys helping others and interested in starting a career in the hospital setting? As a Patient & Family Concierge, you will work alongside our Patient Care Technicians and Professional Staff Nurses to help create a better experience for both patients and family members entering and exiting the hospital. The Patient & Family Concierge will be assigned both bedside, stocking, and administrative tasks. UPMC Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Full-Time Patient & Family Concierge (PFC) for our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Rotating shifts, weekend shifts, and rotating holiday shifts will be required. The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and pay rate based on experience and education. The starting rate of pay for a PFC is $17.38/hr. The Patient & Family Concierge is responsible for providing generalized, compassionate service and support to patients, families, and visitors during their stay within the hospital. The core goal of the PFC is to create and deliver a top-notch experience for patients, visitors, and colleagues. The PFC will serve in a variety of capacities across the hospital based on ever-changing needs. In the course of the day, the PFC may assist with patient and visitor destination coordination, environmental services, dietary, patient transport throughout the hospital, and supply/equipment management. Above all, the PFC will remain focused on patient and guest satisfaction and quality of care from first to last impression. Responsibilities: Destination Coordination: Greets patients and families warmly and positively, providing verbal direction and escort assistance to visitors and patients to ensure their arrival at the appropriate destination. Disseminates patient information to visitors as appropriate while respecting patient confidentiality and withholding restricted information. Serves as a reference source for visiting hours, general directions, package delivery, and general hospital policies. Issues courtesy parking discounts and free passes when appropriate. Issues patient scooters to patients and visitors as needed. Assists with parking cashier functions and validates patient parking. Establishes tracking of patient belongings upon admission. Environmental Services: Cleans, removes trash from, empties linen hampers, and organizes all assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and patient-specific equipment, following established procedures. Replenishes supplies as needed. Makes beds and changes bed linens following established cleaning procedures in all assigned patient discharge rooms and on-call rooms. Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair, reporting any maintenance problems to a supervisor. Dietary Services: Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient or guest specific requirements. Maintains food safety and quality by applying HACCP principles throughout service. Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment. Performs sanitation in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines. Delivers and sets up patient meal trays using the designated department script to ensure proper patient identification. Delivers other nourishments to patients upon request. Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. Transportation Services: Transports patients and patient-specific equipment, and lab specimens using prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Performs inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department. Records transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department. Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to a supervisor. Enters requests for equipment repairs into the online portal as maintenance issues are identified. Inspects and disinfects transportation equipment. Supply & Equipment Management: Orders unit specific supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate and appropriate quantities. Organizes supply room. Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Stocks patient room, supply areas, med cards (no medications), Accucheck trays, phlebotomy/IV trays, PPE, and more. Maintains refrigerator and temperature logs and checks all expiration dates on supplies. Inventories pumps (SCDs, IV, etc.) in patient rooms and removes if not needed. Monitors supply inventory and expiration date in collaboration with supply chain management. Depending on unit need, may also: monitor refrigerator temperatures, check kitchens for expired items, complete additional unit-specific logs and stock, deliver and remove trays, routinely freshen and restock supplies in family lounge. General: Answers unit phones and transfers to appropriate staff. Responds to call lights under Nursing Assistant/PCT direction. Interacts and socializes with patients and assesses patient needs. Rounds hourly to ensure all areas of responsibility are met satisfactorily. Prints and distributes daily plans of care. Prompts patient mobility as appropriate, involving the appropriate clinical staff as needed. Depending upon unit, may maintain resources like pamphlets, department contacts, etc. Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers. Responsible for following mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the care of any patient. Exhibits UPMC Values and practices UPMC Experience key behaviors (AIDET + The Promise, 10-5 Rule, Escort Don't Direct, Own Your Zone) when performing all job responsibilities. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse. Performs in accordance with all other system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must have the desire, drive, and compassion needed to provide an exceptional patient and family experience at all times. High School diploma OR active High School/GED program enrollment OR one year of previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED. Previous experience in health care or customer service is a plus, but not required. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
May 11, 2024
Full time
Are you someone who enjoys helping others and interested in starting a career in the hospital setting? As a Patient & Family Concierge, you will work alongside our Patient Care Technicians and Professional Staff Nurses to help create a better experience for both patients and family members entering and exiting the hospital. The Patient & Family Concierge will be assigned both bedside, stocking, and administrative tasks. UPMC Children's Hospital is currently seeking a Full-Time Patient & Family Concierge (PFC) for our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Rotating shifts, weekend shifts, and rotating holiday shifts will be required. The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and pay rate based on experience and education. The starting rate of pay for a PFC is $17.38/hr. The Patient & Family Concierge is responsible for providing generalized, compassionate service and support to patients, families, and visitors during their stay within the hospital. The core goal of the PFC is to create and deliver a top-notch experience for patients, visitors, and colleagues. The PFC will serve in a variety of capacities across the hospital based on ever-changing needs. In the course of the day, the PFC may assist with patient and visitor destination coordination, environmental services, dietary, patient transport throughout the hospital, and supply/equipment management. Above all, the PFC will remain focused on patient and guest satisfaction and quality of care from first to last impression. Responsibilities: Destination Coordination: Greets patients and families warmly and positively, providing verbal direction and escort assistance to visitors and patients to ensure their arrival at the appropriate destination. Disseminates patient information to visitors as appropriate while respecting patient confidentiality and withholding restricted information. Serves as a reference source for visiting hours, general directions, package delivery, and general hospital policies. Issues courtesy parking discounts and free passes when appropriate. Issues patient scooters to patients and visitors as needed. Assists with parking cashier functions and validates patient parking. Establishes tracking of patient belongings upon admission. Environmental Services: Cleans, removes trash from, empties linen hampers, and organizes all assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and patient-specific equipment, following established procedures. Replenishes supplies as needed. Makes beds and changes bed linens following established cleaning procedures in all assigned patient discharge rooms and on-call rooms. Inspects and ensures that all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair, reporting any maintenance problems to a supervisor. Dietary Services: Assembles and serves meals according to diet orders, menus, and patient or guest specific requirements. Maintains food safety and quality by applying HACCP principles throughout service. Adheres to department procedures regarding the operation of all food service equipment. Performs sanitation in accordance with departmental procedures and health department guidelines. Delivers and sets up patient meal trays using the designated department script to ensure proper patient identification. Delivers other nourishments to patients upon request. Follows all safety and sanitation regulations. Transportation Services: Transports patients and patient-specific equipment, and lab specimens using prescribed vehicles between patient units, treatment centers, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Performs inspections and disinfecting procedures on transportation equipment utilized by the department. Records transportation data electronically in the Transport Tracking System and/or manually on appropriate forms and logs utilized by the department. Reports the status of transportation activities and abnormal activities to a supervisor. Enters requests for equipment repairs into the online portal as maintenance issues are identified. Inspects and disinfects transportation equipment. Supply & Equipment Management: Orders unit specific supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate and appropriate quantities. Organizes supply room. Delivers supplies, equipment, medication and other materials to the patient units, and other designated areas safely, timely, and accurately. Stocks patient room, supply areas, med cards (no medications), Accucheck trays, phlebotomy/IV trays, PPE, and more. Maintains refrigerator and temperature logs and checks all expiration dates on supplies. Inventories pumps (SCDs, IV, etc.) in patient rooms and removes if not needed. Monitors supply inventory and expiration date in collaboration with supply chain management. Depending on unit need, may also: monitor refrigerator temperatures, check kitchens for expired items, complete additional unit-specific logs and stock, deliver and remove trays, routinely freshen and restock supplies in family lounge. General: Answers unit phones and transfers to appropriate staff. Responds to call lights under Nursing Assistant/PCT direction. Interacts and socializes with patients and assesses patient needs. Rounds hourly to ensure all areas of responsibility are met satisfactorily. Prints and distributes daily plans of care. Prompts patient mobility as appropriate, involving the appropriate clinical staff as needed. Depending upon unit, may maintain resources like pamphlets, department contacts, etc. Adheres to hand hygiene and infection control procedures on a consistent basis when interacting with customers. Responsible for following mandatory reporting procedures for any incident or serious event that did affect or potentially could have affected the care of any patient. Exhibits UPMC Values and practices UPMC Experience key behaviors (AIDET + The Promise, 10-5 Rule, Escort Don't Direct, Own Your Zone) when performing all job responsibilities. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse. Performs in accordance with all other system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must have the desire, drive, and compassion needed to provide an exceptional patient and family experience at all times. High School diploma OR active High School/GED program enrollment OR one year of previous job experience required in lieu of HS Diploma/GED. Previous experience in health care or customer service is a plus, but not required. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Patient Dining Assistant US-OR-PORTLAND Job ID: 24-37722 Type: Part Time - Benefitted Emanuel Medical Ctr campus Overview Patients feel comfortable seeking your advice on meals and snacks. You have a keen understanding of their dietary restrictions and how to choose the best food options. Your caring and competent nature fits well with the Legacy mission of making life better for others. As a natural "people person," the Patient Dining Assistant communicates with patients in-person or via phone to help them place their meal orders based on dietary restrictions. As a valuable member of the food and nutrition team, the Patient Dining Assistant accurately inputs menu selections, responds to requests from nursing units and makes sure that patients' meals are consistent with their diet orders. Provides excellent customer service, acting as the Nutrition Services "greeter" who directly communicates with patients by telephone or in person. Serves meals to patients in a professional, efficient manner; instructs patients on meal ordering system; assists patients in placing meal orders; assesses the patients capabilities to utilize the meal order system; completes calorie counts - recording patient intake; clearly communicates diet order restrictions to patient; participates as part of the food and nutrition team - with nurses, dietitians, and other staff. Takes patients' orders, menu choices for their meals or snacks. Accurately inputs menu selections, prints, meal tickets, responds to printed requests from nursing units, assuring patient choices are consistent with their diet orders. Responsibilities Answers telephone calls from patients, nursing staff, and others. Enters patient menu selections and other patient information into computer system accurately and in a timely manner demonstrating computer literacy. Responds to telephone and printer generated meal choices and inquiries utilizing established scripts as applicable. Verifies diet orders and confirms that patient requests are appropriate for the specified diet order; delivers appropriate menu for diet order. Assures all call center processes are performed smoothly and on schedule - including generating/distributing reports from Computrition/Electronic Health Record, meeting benchmark standards for length of calls, etc. Serves meals and between meal nourishments to patients in a professional and efficient manner. Assists patients and/or family members in placing meal orders utilizing established scripts; assesses patient's ability to utilize the meal order system and follows up with the appropriate staff member if unable to participate. Processes diet requisitions retrieved from nursing stations and coordinates additional call center processes between nursing units and production. Orders and replenishes floor stock items on nursing units. Retrieves completed meals from patients' rooms in a timely manner and records nutrient intake from meals Communicates with members of other Food and Nutrition Department and other departments effectively and concisely regarding patient support concerns/issues, requests, and other special circumstances; acts as a Food and Nutrition Department liaison. Portions food items in proper containers utilizing proper portion sizes. Anticipates patient/team member needs and services them; when conflicts/concerns arise, he/she takes ownership of the problem and ensures a positive resolution. Participates in departmental quality improvement activities. Serves as a quality assurance control point for every aspect of the room service program. Performs other duties as requested/assigned. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience in customer service environment, and computer operations required. Experience in high volume call center, and food service operations with knowledge of therapeutic diets are preferred. Registered Diet Technician preferred. Skills: Knowledge of specialized diets, hospital processes, medical terminology, along with emergency codes and responses are essential for this position. Experienced in use of computers, with focus on data input, production reports/tallies. Ability to work efficiently without direct supervision; time management skills are essential. Ability to manage high call volumes - to courteously receive patient phone calls, process the information and accurately enter into computer system. Demonstrates the ability to speak clearly and be easily understood in a positive and professional manner. Ability to complete all conversations in a positive and helpful manner while meeting time management expectations. Ability to understand and determine patient requests when language or communication style may be difficult to understand, or other patient complications exist. Ability to triage and manage requests to ensure that customer service and essential job functions are always maintained. Ability to understand, operate and problem solve office equipment issues. Ability to interact effectively with hospital and department computer software programs. Ability to understand and utilize patient nutrition related information. Ability to successfully negotiate patient meal choices during phone interactions. LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled Compensation details: 17.54-23.75 Hourly Wage PI9820acf9e3d6-1353
May 10, 2024
Full time
Patient Dining Assistant US-OR-PORTLAND Job ID: 24-37722 Type: Part Time - Benefitted Emanuel Medical Ctr campus Overview Patients feel comfortable seeking your advice on meals and snacks. You have a keen understanding of their dietary restrictions and how to choose the best food options. Your caring and competent nature fits well with the Legacy mission of making life better for others. As a natural "people person," the Patient Dining Assistant communicates with patients in-person or via phone to help them place their meal orders based on dietary restrictions. As a valuable member of the food and nutrition team, the Patient Dining Assistant accurately inputs menu selections, responds to requests from nursing units and makes sure that patients' meals are consistent with their diet orders. Provides excellent customer service, acting as the Nutrition Services "greeter" who directly communicates with patients by telephone or in person. Serves meals to patients in a professional, efficient manner; instructs patients on meal ordering system; assists patients in placing meal orders; assesses the patients capabilities to utilize the meal order system; completes calorie counts - recording patient intake; clearly communicates diet order restrictions to patient; participates as part of the food and nutrition team - with nurses, dietitians, and other staff. Takes patients' orders, menu choices for their meals or snacks. Accurately inputs menu selections, prints, meal tickets, responds to printed requests from nursing units, assuring patient choices are consistent with their diet orders. Responsibilities Answers telephone calls from patients, nursing staff, and others. Enters patient menu selections and other patient information into computer system accurately and in a timely manner demonstrating computer literacy. Responds to telephone and printer generated meal choices and inquiries utilizing established scripts as applicable. Verifies diet orders and confirms that patient requests are appropriate for the specified diet order; delivers appropriate menu for diet order. Assures all call center processes are performed smoothly and on schedule - including generating/distributing reports from Computrition/Electronic Health Record, meeting benchmark standards for length of calls, etc. Serves meals and between meal nourishments to patients in a professional and efficient manner. Assists patients and/or family members in placing meal orders utilizing established scripts; assesses patient's ability to utilize the meal order system and follows up with the appropriate staff member if unable to participate. Processes diet requisitions retrieved from nursing stations and coordinates additional call center processes between nursing units and production. Orders and replenishes floor stock items on nursing units. Retrieves completed meals from patients' rooms in a timely manner and records nutrient intake from meals Communicates with members of other Food and Nutrition Department and other departments effectively and concisely regarding patient support concerns/issues, requests, and other special circumstances; acts as a Food and Nutrition Department liaison. Portions food items in proper containers utilizing proper portion sizes. Anticipates patient/team member needs and services them; when conflicts/concerns arise, he/she takes ownership of the problem and ensures a positive resolution. Participates in departmental quality improvement activities. Serves as a quality assurance control point for every aspect of the room service program. Performs other duties as requested/assigned. Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Experience in customer service environment, and computer operations required. Experience in high volume call center, and food service operations with knowledge of therapeutic diets are preferred. Registered Diet Technician preferred. Skills: Knowledge of specialized diets, hospital processes, medical terminology, along with emergency codes and responses are essential for this position. Experienced in use of computers, with focus on data input, production reports/tallies. Ability to work efficiently without direct supervision; time management skills are essential. Ability to manage high call volumes - to courteously receive patient phone calls, process the information and accurately enter into computer system. Demonstrates the ability to speak clearly and be easily understood in a positive and professional manner. Ability to complete all conversations in a positive and helpful manner while meeting time management expectations. Ability to understand and determine patient requests when language or communication style may be difficult to understand, or other patient complications exist. Ability to triage and manage requests to ensure that customer service and essential job functions are always maintained. Ability to understand, operate and problem solve office equipment issues. Ability to interact effectively with hospital and department computer software programs. Ability to understand and utilize patient nutrition related information. Ability to successfully negotiate patient meal choices during phone interactions. LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled Compensation details: 17.54-23.75 Hourly Wage PI9820acf9e3d6-1353
Certified Nursing Assistants Memory Care Bishop Gadsden (James Island) is accepting applications for full-time or part-time Memory Care Certified Nursing Assistants. Find out about our Med Tech opportunities too! Certified Nursing Assistants on our Memory Care team at Bishop Gadsden provide quality care by assisting residents with personal, nutritional, and restorative care in an assisted living setting. The successful candidate will be organized, friendly, energetic and have compassion for and the desire to work with the elderly. We offer an impressive starting pay of $17.00 / hour. We also offer additional base pay for experience and bonus opportunities! Bishop Gadsden located on James Island, is a not-for-profit, faith-based retirement community, affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Bishop Gadsden is known as the Southeast's leading life care retirement community and is located on 134 acres of lush marshlands and majestic oaks on James Island, just 10 minutes from downtown Charleston! Responsibilities Assist with the basic care of assigned group or residents striving to promote the resident's independence in all areas Provide personal care for residents, including any and all activities of daily living (ADL) as needed Provide assistance to residents and Activity Coordinator during activities Assist residents with dining needs including assistance to the dining room and assistance with in room dining service Encourage resident independence and optimal level of functioning Receive and give reports on resident's condition at beginning and end of each shift via walking rounds Observe any changes in resident condition and report to the shift supervisor immediately Communicates and cooperates with other members of multidisciplinary healthcare team to accomplish plan of care Launders and iron residents' personal items as needed Adhere to attendance and scheduling requirements Adhere to established facility and departmental safety policies and procedures. Maintain professional appearance and conduct exhibiting a respectful and courteous demeanor at all times Perform all responsibilities with adherence to Resident's Rights and HIPAA Qualifications Interpersonal skills are necessary for exchanging information as well as maintaining a courteous relationship with the residents, families, visitors and Bishop Gadsden employees Able to effectively multi-task Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English both verbally and written Ability to read and comprehend numbers and written material Ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, and lift (up to 50 pounds /-) Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time Required Education and Experience High school graduate or equivalent. Must be a Certified Nurse's Aide listed on the South Carolina Nurse Aide registry with an active certification and be in good standing Be BG! Benefits for Bishop Gadsden Team Members Bishop Gadsden located on James Island, is a not-for-profit, faith-based retirement community, affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Bishop Gadsden is known as the Southeast's leading life care retirement community and is located just 10 minutes from downtown Charleston! We offer team members a flexible and fun work environment, top pay, great benefits, and a community-minded atmosphere! The successful candidate will enjoy access to a wide range of benefits such as: Full-time Multiple Medical Insurance/ Prescription Plan Options Company Provided Health Reimbursement Account Flexible Spending and Dependent Day Care Accounts Dental/Vision Insurance Short-term Disability (80% Employer Paid) Long-term Disability Company Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D Policy Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child) Supplemental Accident/Cancer Insurance Options 401(k) Matching Retirement Plan Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and ability to cash in unused PTO Part-time Dental/Vision Insurance Company Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D Policy 401(k) Matching Retirement Plan Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and ability to cash in unused PTO All Team Members Free 24/7 TELADOC for team member and household End-of-the-Year Bonus for all team members PayActiv (pay advancement) Enrollment Wellness Programs and Facilities with discounts on personal training and massage therapy Access to and discounted BG Spa Services Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Scholarship Opportunities for Education and Student Debt Payoff BG will pay for eligible employees to pursue a CNA certification Company paid CPR/AED classes Monthly Employee Appreciation Celebrations/Giveaways Monthly Safety Cash Giveaways Community Café / Employee onsite dining options Free Onsite and close proximity parking Holiday Pay (9 holidays) paid at time and for hourly team members Free holiday meal for team members working on a given holiday Ability to apply to purchase donated vehicles Generous Spirit Program where team members earn PTO for working on approved charitable activities Free Working Advantage Entertainment Benefit Membership (exclusive entertainment discounts/special offers) JB.0.00.LN
May 09, 2024
Full time
Certified Nursing Assistants Memory Care Bishop Gadsden (James Island) is accepting applications for full-time or part-time Memory Care Certified Nursing Assistants. Find out about our Med Tech opportunities too! Certified Nursing Assistants on our Memory Care team at Bishop Gadsden provide quality care by assisting residents with personal, nutritional, and restorative care in an assisted living setting. The successful candidate will be organized, friendly, energetic and have compassion for and the desire to work with the elderly. We offer an impressive starting pay of $17.00 / hour. We also offer additional base pay for experience and bonus opportunities! Bishop Gadsden located on James Island, is a not-for-profit, faith-based retirement community, affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Bishop Gadsden is known as the Southeast's leading life care retirement community and is located on 134 acres of lush marshlands and majestic oaks on James Island, just 10 minutes from downtown Charleston! Responsibilities Assist with the basic care of assigned group or residents striving to promote the resident's independence in all areas Provide personal care for residents, including any and all activities of daily living (ADL) as needed Provide assistance to residents and Activity Coordinator during activities Assist residents with dining needs including assistance to the dining room and assistance with in room dining service Encourage resident independence and optimal level of functioning Receive and give reports on resident's condition at beginning and end of each shift via walking rounds Observe any changes in resident condition and report to the shift supervisor immediately Communicates and cooperates with other members of multidisciplinary healthcare team to accomplish plan of care Launders and iron residents' personal items as needed Adhere to attendance and scheduling requirements Adhere to established facility and departmental safety policies and procedures. Maintain professional appearance and conduct exhibiting a respectful and courteous demeanor at all times Perform all responsibilities with adherence to Resident's Rights and HIPAA Qualifications Interpersonal skills are necessary for exchanging information as well as maintaining a courteous relationship with the residents, families, visitors and Bishop Gadsden employees Able to effectively multi-task Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English both verbally and written Ability to read and comprehend numbers and written material Ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, and lift (up to 50 pounds /-) Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time Required Education and Experience High school graduate or equivalent. Must be a Certified Nurse's Aide listed on the South Carolina Nurse Aide registry with an active certification and be in good standing Be BG! Benefits for Bishop Gadsden Team Members Bishop Gadsden located on James Island, is a not-for-profit, faith-based retirement community, affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Bishop Gadsden is known as the Southeast's leading life care retirement community and is located just 10 minutes from downtown Charleston! We offer team members a flexible and fun work environment, top pay, great benefits, and a community-minded atmosphere! The successful candidate will enjoy access to a wide range of benefits such as: Full-time Multiple Medical Insurance/ Prescription Plan Options Company Provided Health Reimbursement Account Flexible Spending and Dependent Day Care Accounts Dental/Vision Insurance Short-term Disability (80% Employer Paid) Long-term Disability Company Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D Policy Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child) Supplemental Accident/Cancer Insurance Options 401(k) Matching Retirement Plan Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and ability to cash in unused PTO Part-time Dental/Vision Insurance Company Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D Policy 401(k) Matching Retirement Plan Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and ability to cash in unused PTO All Team Members Free 24/7 TELADOC for team member and household End-of-the-Year Bonus for all team members PayActiv (pay advancement) Enrollment Wellness Programs and Facilities with discounts on personal training and massage therapy Access to and discounted BG Spa Services Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Scholarship Opportunities for Education and Student Debt Payoff BG will pay for eligible employees to pursue a CNA certification Company paid CPR/AED classes Monthly Employee Appreciation Celebrations/Giveaways Monthly Safety Cash Giveaways Community Café / Employee onsite dining options Free Onsite and close proximity parking Holiday Pay (9 holidays) paid at time and for hourly team members Free holiday meal for team members working on a given holiday Ability to apply to purchase donated vehicles Generous Spirit Program where team members earn PTO for working on approved charitable activities Free Working Advantage Entertainment Benefit Membership (exclusive entertainment discounts/special offers) JB.0.00.LN