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9/18/2009 - Pittsburgh, PA - Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner
United States Steel
United States Steel Corporation has an opening for an Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner at its Corporate Headquarters in Pittsburgh Pa. . The Occupational Health Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for supporting the companys health, wellness and safety objectives through the coordination and performance of occupational and non occupational health screenings, illness evaluation and treatment, drug screenings, wellness, work injury, first aid, disability management, and return to work services.This position will work under the medical direction of the Corporate Medical Director and/or another physician if delegated to by the Corporate Medical Director. This position will administratively report to the Supervisor of Health Services and will include some primary nursing responsibilities independently performed, or shared with other RNs in the department. Duties include, but are not limited to: Perform physical exams, and screening assessments to include the performance of vital signs, vision screening, audio, pulmonary, EKG, and drug screening. Perform evaluations for pre-placement, wellness, episodic illness and injury care, work injury, travel medicine, and other related clinical activities consistent with occupational / employer based primary health care delivered on employer premises. Treat minor injuries of all types to include the cleaning and dressing of injury, removing foreign substance from eyes, applying BLS and other appropriate emergency treatment before advanced medical or surgical care can be given. Perform or assist with minor suturing when required. Initiate EMS when required, and sends injured or acutely ill to general hospital for diagnosis or further treatment when the extent or nature of the injury requires such. For work relate care prepares case records showing cause, extent of injury, along with other pertinent information, assigning case number to each case and other relevant activities unique to USS recordkeeping and consistent with OSHA guideline. Forwards above information to appropriate department(s) and schedules return visit with the injured patient. Perform clinical and organizational tasks for special programs including but not limited to annual influenza campaign and health fair/wellness promotions. Perform clinical duties associated with travel medicine program Perform or assist with maintaining the operation of the Medical department in assorted roles not limited to that of an advanced practice nurse. Perform or assists other nurses and staff members with day-to-day HDQ clinic tasks and responsibilities, such as administration of injections and immunizations, as well as phone triage, advice calls and client counseling. Cleans and sterilizes equipment, prepares bandages or dressing, prepares anesthetics, and other miscellaneous clinical and medical office tasks if assigned by supervisor or medical director. Participate as team member in support of Health Services Mission to the United States Steel Corporations efforts to zero injury at all of its facilities.
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8/6/2009 - Garland, TX - Registered Nurse - RN - Baylor Garland - Interventional Radiology - PRN
Baylor Health
Situated on the east-side of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Baylor Medical Center at Garland is a member of the Baylor Health Care System - one of the nations largest not-for-profit health care systems comprised of an entire network of hospitals, primary care physician centers and practices, rehabilitation clinics and senior health centers. At forty years young, Baylor Medical Center at Garland specialties include heart and vascular disease, breast health, womens services, neonatal intensive care, digestive disease, medical imaging and physical medicine and rehabilitation, to name but a few. In order to best care for the patients that visit this 220-bed facility continual advances, expansions and renovations have been completed with the most recent being the addition of the new Don and Ruth Buchholz Pavilion.The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for prescribing, delegating and coordinating patient care. Accountable that patient care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and guest relations. Supervises care delivered by patient care team; coordinates plan of care; provides education for patients and staff; collaborates with other disciplines; provides direct patient care for specific patient age groups.The BEST belong at Baylor!To apply for this opportunity and others visit www.BaylorHealth.com/careersPlease contact Mindy Viestenz at -Register to view- or -Register to view- to learn more about this opportunity.
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8/13/2009 - Berkeley, CA - Nutrition Assistant-Food & Nutrition Services*
Sutter Healthcare
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center is San Francisco East Bays largest private, not-for-profit medical center with a total of 1,082 licensed beds. Each of our campuses has a 24-hour emergency, obstetric and medical/surgical services in both Oakland and Berkeley. At Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, youll find an environment that reflects the values and mission to support healthy living. The purpose of this position is patient menu management.
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1/6/2010 - Los Angeles, CA - REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
County Of Los Angeles
Conducts physical examinations to determine the nature of illness, injury, and abnormality. Administers medications and immunizations orally and by intramuscular, intravenous, and subcutaneous injections, as prescribed by a veterinarian.Takes and records temperature, pulse, and respiration.Assists veterinarians in surgery , assures that monitoring and support equipment such as cardiac monitors, scopes, and breathing apparatus are operable.Renders emergency treatment to animals; determines need to send animal for private veterinarian assistance in the absence of the animal care center/shelter veterinarian.Maintains inventory of all pharmaceutical, equipment, and supplies.Maintains records of all animal treatment or disease investigations.Assists departmental personnel in investigation and retrieval of animals in the field by anesthetizing or euthanizing animals when necessary.Assists public health veterinary staff in zoonosis activities including decapitation of rabies suspect animals for brain tissue testing.Provides limited technical direction to animal control personnel on animal health matters.Maintains effective relations with other County departments, outside agencies, and the public.Scans for and applies microchip and other special identification media.
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9/8/2009 - Houston, TX - ASST PATIENT CARE (PCA) 3 Central Telemetry 7p-7a Fulltime
Tenet Health
Provides personal care and support services. This position functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
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10/1/2009 - Brownwood, TX - Registered Dietician (Part Time)
Community Health Systems
The Clinical Dietitian develops and maintains nutritional care to the hospitalized patients, as well as, the outpatient population according to the physicians' diagnosis. Nutritionally assesses patients within appropriate timeframe in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Exercises independent judgment under the general supervision of the Nutritional Services Director.
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5/19/2010 - Clackamas, OR - Optical Laboratory Technician
Carl Zeiss Vision
Carl Zeiss Vision is a worldwide leader in developing eyeglass lens designs, coatings and materials. Through intensive research and development, Carl Zeiss Vision continually creates innovative new products that bring better vision to people in all aspects of their lives -- all around the globe. We have an Optical Laboratory Technician opportunity at our Clackamas, OR location. Entry Level position. Prior optical experience preferred. Familiarity with surfacing machines and procedures a plus.Duties:Help to ensure surfacing production, breakage, etc goals are met. Blocking, Edging, Mounting, Polish and Wash-up. Qualifications:Verbal communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Requires the ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment. High school diploma.
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12/29/2009 - Alexandria, VA - ACUTE CARE NURSE PRACTITIONER
Inova Health System
Performs high-quality clinical practices and effective patient management, under physician supervision, in accordance with state regulations, including primary and secondary specialty care in clinical and/or IR suite settings.Patient care duties may include in and outpatient care, performing minimally invasive procedures, education, and research. Prescribes medications in accordance with state guidelines.Demonstrates teamwork by communicating effectively and working cooperatively with all members of the health care team. Displays respect and appreciation for the contribution from all team members in order to foster positive working relationships. Participates in Quality/Best Practice initiatives by utilizing standards and guidelines for cost-effective care delivery in order to continuously improve patient care and enhance outcomes. Requirements: 3-5 years Acute Care NP experience preferred, but willing to train. License, or eligibility for, as a nurse practitioner in the Commonwealth of Virginia AND a "Prescriptive Authority for Licensed Nurse Practitioners Practice Agreement" signed by sponsoring/supervising physician(s), AND a written "Scope of Practice/Protocol" signed by the supervising physician, AND "Prescriptive Authority License" AND "Drug Enforcement Administration License" (if prescribing controlled substances) Education Requirements: Eligible candidates must also have a Bachelor?s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university. Must also have a Masters degree in Advanced Clinical Practice or Graduate of postmaster?s certificate program for Nurse Practitioner.
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2/19/2010 - Belleville, NJ - RN, Behavioral Health (TP)
Saint Barnabas Health Care System
Organize and administers individualized age specific professional care to patients within an assigned unit of the hospital in support of medical and behavioral health care. Provides nursing care as directed by medical staff and in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital and the State Nurse Practice Act. Maintains the standards of nursing care as established. Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in unit Quality Improvement evaluation activities. Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient?s age specific needs and provide age specific treatment.Requirements:Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Current New Jersey RN licensure required.Maintains required BLS certification.One year RN experience in a Behavioral Health Unit setting required.
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1/13/2010 - Newark, NJ - Physician Pediatric Cardiologist
Saint Barnabas Health Care System
The Ideal Pediatric Cardiologist will possess expertiseand experience for the study involving obtaining recorded ultrasonic images of the heartand interpreting images. Provide hospital-based cardiology consultation to other members of the Children's Hospital of New Jersey (CHoNJ) at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center medical staff. Conduct regular outpatient cardiology clinic sessions. Participate in continuing medical education & educational activities.Requirements:Current NJ Physician LicenseBoard Certified PediatricianBoard Certified Pediatric CardiologistExpertise in Cardiac imaging
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