Public Health Nurse Salary in Houston, TX

DescriptionVilla de Matel CenterPlease note that this position is with the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word at Villa de Matel Center located in Houston, Texas. The Villa de Matel Center is the home for the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. It is also used as a central gathering place for the Sisters and their ministries, a retirement center for the Sisters and a retreat center for the public. You can learn more about the Sisters and all of their ministries at their website, www.sistersofcharity.org.Summary:The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for rendering professional nursing care across the wellness-illness continuum for the comfort and well-being of healthy retired Sisters and those Sisters in the acute, chronic, and terminal phases of illness. The RN is expected to utilize knowledge of infection control, safety, body mechanics, effective communication skills, interpersonal skills, and age-related differences when providing or delegating care.Requirements:Associate degree required, bachelor's degree preferredGraduate from an accredited school of nursingCommunication skills – both verbal and writtenAbility to understand medical records, physician orders and nursing care plansAbility to communicate effectively with Sisters, staff and other health care professionals.Minimum of one year previous gerontology experience preferredPrevious supervisory experience preferredKnowledge of psychotropic drugs in current use and drugs commonly used in geriatric practiceCurrent RN permits or licensure issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners in the State of Texas to practice nursing.Work Type: Full Time

DescriptionVilla de Matel Center Please note that this position is with the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word at Villa de Matel Center located in Houston, Texas. The Villa de Matel Center is the home for the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. It is also used as a central gathering place for the Sisters and their ministries, a retirement center for the Sisters and a retreat center for the public. You can learn more about the Sisters and all of their ministries at their website, www.sistersofcharity.org.Summary:This position with the direction of the Director of Nursing (DON) directs and coordinates the operations of the nursing department related to quality and efficiency of patient care; visits all nursing units daily to evaluate nursing care; advises and assists charge nurses with nursing and managerial problems/issues, demonstrates professional accountability for competency and growth. The Registered Nurse Clinical Supervisor assists the DON in some administrative duties, provides per diem coverages for Charges Nurses, assists Charge Nurses on clinic days, and on the floor. Requirements:A. Education/Skills:· Graduate from an accredited school of nursing· Communication skills – both verbal and written · Ability to understand medical records, physician orders and nursing care plans · Ability to communicate effectively with residents, Congregational Leadership, staff and other health care professionals. · Understanding of Catholic Health Care DirectivesB. Experience · Minimum of two years previous nursing management experience preferred · Previous human resources management experience preferred · Previous financial management experience preferred · Knowledge of drugs and treatment modalities used in geriatric practice.C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications: · Current RN permits or licensure issued by the Board of Nurse Examiners in the State of Texas to practice nursing. · BSN preferred. · Current certification in gerontological nursing or will obtain in one year after employment. Work Type: Full Time

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Administrative Functions Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility. Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility. Periodically review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc. Make recommendations for revisions. Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts' services, programs, and activities. Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects the day to day nursing procedures performed in this facility. Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the procedures set forth in the Nursing Service Procedures Manual. Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required. Cooperate with other resident services when coordinating nursing services to ensure that the resident's total regimen of care is maintained. Ensure that all nursing service personnel are in compliance with their respective job descriptions. Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing service department. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as may be requested. Periodically review the resident's written discharge plan. Participate in the updating of the resident's written discharge plan as required. Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan as necessary. Interpret the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as required. Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required. Complete accident/incident reports as necessary. Write resident charge slips and forward to the Business Office. Maintain the Daily Census Report and submit to the Business Office as required. Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary. Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.• Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator. Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system. Charting and Documentation Complete and file required recordkeeping forms/charts upon the resident's admission, transfer, and/or discharge. Encourage attending physicians to review treatment plans, record and sign their orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies. Receive telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physicians' Order Form. Transcribe physician's orders to resident charts, cardex, medication cards, treatment/care plans, as required. Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident's response to the care. Fill out and complete accident/incident reports. Submit to Director as required. Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents. Follow established procedures. Record new/changed diet orders. Forward information to the Food Services Department. Report all discrepancies noted concerning physician's orders, diet change, charting error, etc., to the Nurse Supervisor. Fill out and complete transfer forms in accordance with established procedures. Ensure that appropriate documentation concerning unauthorized discharges is entered in the resident's medical record in accordance with established procedures. Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures. Sign and date all entries made in the resident's medical record. Drug Administration Functions Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician. Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment. Ensure that prescribed medication for one resident is not administered to another. Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. Report needs to the Nurse Supervisor. Order prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary, and in accordance with established policies. Ensure that narcotic records are accurate for your shift. Notify the Nurse Supervisor of all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted on your shift. Review medication cards for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the physician's order, and adherence to stop order policies. Notify the attending physician of automatic stop orders prior to the last dosage being administered. Dispose of drugs and narcotics as required, and in accordance with established procedures. Personnel Functions Participate in employee performance evaluations, determining your shift's staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Nurse Supervisor concerning employee dismissals, transfers, etc. Inform the Nurse Supervisor of staffing needs when assigned personnel fail to report to work. Report absentee call ins to the Nurse Supervisor. Review and evaluate your department's work force and make recommendations to the Nurse Supervisor. Develop work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such assignments. Provide leadership to nursing personnel assigned to your unit/shift. Make daily rounds of your unit/shift to ensure that nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor. Ensure that all nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved nursing assistant training program. Ensure that all nurse aide trainees are under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Meet with your shift's nursing personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or to improve services. Ensure that department personnel, residents, and visitors follow the department's established policies and procedures at all times. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter departmental personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to ensure that nursing services and activities can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift. Review complaints and grievances made or filed by your assigned personnel. Make appropriate reports to the Nurse Supervisor as required or as may be necessary. Follow facility's established procedures. Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status. Receive/give the nursing report upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours. Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents. Report known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator. Ensure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen saver activates within established facility policy guidelines. Nursing Care Functions Inform nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc. Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions. Greet newly admitted residents upon admission. Escort them to their rooms as necessary. Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility. Make rounds with physicians as necessary. Requisition and arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services, as ordered by the physician, and in accordance with our established procedures. Consult with the resident's physician in providing the resident's care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as necessary. Review the resident's chart for specific treatments, medication orders, diets, etc., as necessary. Implement and maintain established nursing objectives and standards. Make periodic checks to ensure that prescribed treatments are being properly administered by certified nursing assistants and to evaluate the resident's physical and emotional status. Ensure that direct nursing care be provided by a licensed nurse, a certified nursing assistant, and/or a nurse aide trainee qualified to perform the procedure. Cooperate with and coordinate social and activity programs with nursing service schedules. Notify the resident's attending physician when the resident is involved in an accident or incident. Notify the resident's attending physician and next of kin when there is a change in the resident's condition. Carry out restorative and rehabilitative programs, to include self help and care. Inspect the nursing service treatment areas daily to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and safe manner. Administer professional services such as; catheterization, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy, and drainage bags, taking blood, giving massages and range of motion exercises, care for the dead/dying, etc., as required. Use restraints when necessary and in accordance with established policies and procedures. Obtain sputum, urine and other specimens for lab tests as ordered Take and record TPRs, blood pressures, etc., as necessary. Monitor seriously ill residents as necessary. Check foods brought into the facility by the resident's family/visitors to ensure that it is within the resident's dietary allowances. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor and Dietary Supervisor. Ensure that personnel providing direct care to residents are providing such care in accordance with the resident's care plan and wishes. Ensure that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently. Meet with residents, and/or family members, as necessary. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor Admit, transfer and discharge residents as necessary. Assist in arranging transportation for discharged residents as necessary. Ensure that discharged residents are escorted to the pick up area. Inform family members of the death of the resident. Call funeral homes when requested by the family. Ensure that established post mortem procedures are followed. Staff Development Participate in developing, planning, conducting, and scheduling in service training classes that provide instructions on "how to do the job," and ensure a well educated nursing service department. Implement and maintain an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to your shift, its policies and procedures, and to his/her job position and duties. Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished. Assist in training department personnel in identifying tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids. Assist the Director in planning clinical supervision for nurse aide trainees. Attend and participate in outside training programs. Attend and participate in annual facility in service training programs as scheduled (e.g., OSHA, TB, HIPAA, Abuse Prevention, Safety, Infection Control, etc.). Attend and participate in advance directive in service training programs for the staff and community. Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status. Safety and Sanitation Monitor your assigned personnel to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies. Ensure that established departmental policies and procedures, including dress codes, are followed by your assigned nursing personnel. Assist the Director and/or Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job related functions to ensure that tasks in which there is potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded. Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids participate in appropriate in service training programs prior to performing such tasks. Ensure that an adequate supply of personal protective equipment are on hand and are readily available to personnel who perform procedures that involve exposure to blood or body fluids. Ensure that your assigned work areas (i.e., nurses' stations, medicine preparation rooms, etc.) are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Ensure that your unit's resident care rooms, treatment areas, etc., are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. Ensure that your assigned personnel follow established handwashing and hand hygiene technique in the administering of nursing care procedures. Ensure that your assigned personnel participate in and conduct all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner. Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the infection control program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious diseases among the residents and personnel. Ensure that your assigned personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary. Ensure that nursing personnel follow established procedures in the use and disposal of personal protective equipment. Participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of the procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. Ensure that all personnel wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents. Report missing/illegible labels and MSDSs to the safety officer or other designated person. Equipment and Supply Functions Recommend to the Nurse Supervisor the equipment and supply needs of your unit/shift. Ensure that an adequate stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained on your unit/shift at all times to meet the needs of the residents. Participate in the development and implementation of the procedures for the safe operation of all nursing service equipment. Ensure that only trained and authorized personnel operate your unit/shift's equipment. Ensure that all personnel operate nursing service equipment in a safe manner. Monitor nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste. Ensure that appropriate MSDSs are on file for hazardous chemicals used in the nursing service department. Care Plan and Assessment Functions Review care plans daily to ensure that appropriate care is being rendered. Inform the Nurse Supervisor of any changes that need to be made on the care plan. Ensure that your nurses' notes reflect that the care plan is being followed when administering nursing care or treatment. Review resident care plans for appropriate resident goals, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs. Ensure that your assigned certified nursing assistants (CNAs) are aware of the resident care plans. Ensure that the CNAs refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering daily care to the resident. Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers. Budget and Planning Functions Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc. Miscellaneous Provide data to the Quality Assurance & Assessment Committee as requested. Supervisory Requirements As LPN / LVN you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. Qualification Education and/or Experience Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state. Language Skills Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the agerelated needs of the residents served. Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care. Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Must posess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state. Current CPR certification. Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred. Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing. Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times. Physical Demands Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses' stations, resident rooms, etc.). Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department directors. Works beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post disaster, etc.). Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents' needs. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Administrative Functions Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long term care facility. Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility. Periodically review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc. Make recommendations for revisions. Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts' services, programs, and activities. Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects the day to day nursing procedures performed in this facility. Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the procedures set forth in the Nursing Service Procedures Manual. Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required. Cooperate with other resident services when coordinating nursing services to ensure that the resident's total regimen of care is maintained. Ensure that all nursing service personnel are in compliance with their respective job descriptions. Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing service department. Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as may be requested. Periodically review the resident's written discharge plan. Participate in the updating of the resident's written discharge plan as required. Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan as necessary. Interpret the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as required. Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required. Complete accident/incident reports as necessary. Write resident charge slips and forward to the Business Office. Maintain the Daily Census Report and submit to the Business Office as required. Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary. Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator.• Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator. Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system. Charting and Documentation Complete and file required recordkeeping forms/charts upon the resident's admission, transfer, and/or discharge. Encourage attending physicians to review treatment plans, record and sign their orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies. Receive telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physicians' Order Form. Transcribe physician's orders to resident charts, cardex, medication cards, treatment/care plans, as required. Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident's response to the care. Fill out and complete accident/incident reports. Submit to Director as required. Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents. Follow established procedures. Record new/changed diet orders. Forward information to the Food Services Department. Report all discrepancies noted concerning physician's orders, diet change, charting error, etc., to the Nurse Supervisor. Fill out and complete transfer forms in accordance with established procedures. Ensure that appropriate documentation concerning unauthorized discharges is entered in the resident's medical record in accordance with established procedures. Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures. Sign and date all entries made in the resident's medical record. Drug Administration Functions Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician. Verify the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment. Ensure that prescribed medication for one resident is not administered to another. Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. Report needs to the Nurse Supervisor. Order prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary, and in accordance with established policies. Ensure that narcotic records are accurate for your shift. Notify the Nurse Supervisor of all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted on your shift. Review medication cards for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the physician's order, and adherence to stop order policies. Notify the attending physician of automatic stop orders prior to the last dosage being administered. Dispose of drugs and narcotics as required, and in accordance with established procedures. Personnel Functions Participate in employee performance evaluations, determining your shift's staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Nurse Supervisor concerning employee dismissals, transfers, etc. Inform the Nurse Supervisor of staffing needs when assigned personnel fail to report to work. Report absentee call ins to the Nurse Supervisor. Review and evaluate your department's work force and make recommendations to the Nurse Supervisor. Develop work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such assignments. Provide leadership to nursing personnel assigned to your unit/shift. Make daily rounds of your unit/shift to ensure that nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor. Ensure that all nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved nursing assistant training program. Ensure that all nurse aide trainees are under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Meet with your shift's nursing personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or to improve services. Ensure that department personnel, residents, and visitors follow the department's established policies and procedures at all times. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter departmental personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to ensure that nursing services and activities can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift. Review complaints and grievances made or filed by your assigned personnel. Make appropriate reports to the Nurse Supervisor as required or as may be necessary. Follow facility's established procedures. Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status. Receive/give the nursing report upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours. Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents. Report known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator. Ensure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen saver activates within established facility policy guidelines. Nursing Care Functions Inform nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc. Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions. Greet newly admitted residents upon admission. Escort them to their rooms as necessary. Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility. Make rounds with physicians as necessary. Requisition and arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services, as ordered by the physician, and in accordance with our established procedures. Consult with the resident's physician in providing the resident's care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as necessary. Review the resident's chart for specific treatments, medication orders, diets, etc., as necessary. Implement and maintain established nursing objectives and standards. Make periodic checks to ensure that prescribed treatments are being properly administered by certified nursing assistants and to evaluate the resident's physical and emotional status. Ensure that direct nursing care be provided by a licensed nurse, a certified nursing assistant, and/or a nurse aide trainee qualified to perform the procedure. Cooperate with and coordinate social and activity programs with nursing service schedules. Notify the resident's attending physician when the resident is involved in an accident or incident. Notify the resident's attending physician and next of kin when there is a change in the resident's condition. Carry out restorative and rehabilitative programs, to include self help and care. Inspect the nursing service treatment areas daily to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and safe manner. Administer professional services such as; catheterization, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy, and drainage bags, taking blood, giving massages and range of motion exercises, care for the dead/dying, etc., as required. Use restraints when necessary and in accordance with established policies and procedures. Obtain sputum, urine and other specimens for lab tests as ordered Take and record TPRs, blood pressures, etc., as necessary. Monitor seriously ill residents as necessary. Check foods brought into the facility by the resident's family/visitors to ensure that it is within the resident's dietary allowances. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor and Dietary Supervisor. Ensure that personnel providing direct care to residents are providing such care in accordance with the resident's care plan and wishes. Ensure that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently. Meet with residents, and/or family members, as necessary. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor Admit, transfer and discharge residents as necessary. Assist in arranging transportation for discharged residents as necessary. Ensure that discharged residents are escorted to the pick up area. Inform family members of the death of the resident. Call funeral homes when requested by the family. Ensure that established post mortem procedures are followed. Staff Development Participate in developing, planning, conducting, and scheduling in service training classes that provide instructions on "how to do the job," and ensure a well educated nursing service department. Implement and maintain an effective orientation program that orients the new employee to your shift, its policies and procedures, and to his/her job position and duties. Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished. Assist in training department personnel in identifying tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids. Assist the Director in planning clinical supervision for nurse aide trainees. Attend and participate in outside training programs. Attend and participate in annual facility in service training programs as scheduled (e.g., OSHA, TB, HIPAA, Abuse Prevention, Safety, Infection Control, etc.). Attend and participate in advance directive in service training programs for the staff and community. Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status. Safety and Sanitation Monitor your assigned personnel to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies. Ensure that established departmental policies and procedures, including dress codes, are followed by your assigned nursing personnel. Assist the Director and/or Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job related functions to ensure that tasks in which there is potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded. Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids participate in appropriate in service training programs prior to performing such tasks. Ensure that an adequate supply of personal protective equipment are on hand and are readily available to personnel who perform procedures that involve exposure to blood or body fluids. Ensure that your assigned work areas (i.e., nurses' stations, medicine preparation rooms, etc.) are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Ensure that your unit's resident care rooms, treatment areas, etc., are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. Ensure that your assigned personnel follow established handwashing and hand hygiene technique in the administering of nursing care procedures. Ensure that your assigned personnel participate in and conduct all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner. Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the infection control program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious diseases among the residents and personnel. Ensure that your assigned personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary. Ensure that nursing personnel follow established procedures in the use and disposal of personal protective equipment. Participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of the procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. Ensure that all personnel wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents. Report missing/illegible labels and MSDSs to the safety officer or other designated person. Equipment and Supply Functions Recommend to the Nurse Supervisor the equipment and supply needs of your unit/shift. Ensure that an adequate stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained on your unit/shift at all times to meet the needs of the residents. Participate in the development and implementation of the procedures for the safe operation of all nursing service equipment. Ensure that only trained and authorized personnel operate your unit/shift's equipment. Ensure that all personnel operate nursing service equipment in a safe manner. Monitor nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste. Ensure that appropriate MSDSs are on file for hazardous chemicals used in the nursing service department. Care Plan and Assessment Functions Review care plans daily to ensure that appropriate care is being rendered. Inform the Nurse Supervisor of any changes that need to be made on the care plan. Ensure that your nurses' notes reflect that the care plan is being followed when administering nursing care or treatment. Review resident care plans for appropriate resident goals, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs. Ensure that your assigned certified nursing assistants (CNAs) are aware of the resident care plans. Ensure that the CNAs refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering daily care to the resident. Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers. Budget and Planning Functions Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc. Miscellaneous Provide data to the Quality Assurance & Assessment Committee as requested. Supervisory Requirements As LPN / LVN you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties. Qualification Education and/or Experience Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program. Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state. Language Skills Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the agerelated needs of the residents served. Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel. Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care. Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents. Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices. Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Must posess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state. Current CPR certification. Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred. Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing. Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times. Physical Demands Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met. Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies. Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Works in office area(s) as well as throughout the nursing service area (i.e., drug rooms, nurses' stations, resident rooms, etc.). Moves intermittently during working hours. Is subject to frequent interruptions. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors. Communicates with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department directors. Works beyond normal working hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post disaster, etc.). Attends and participates in continuing educational programs. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals. Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents' needs. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in. We are looking for a Full-Time Research Coordinator II to join the UTHealth School of Public Health in Houston, TX. This position provides administrative support across various grants and contracts. You'll Perform varied, generally administrative, and/or project-oriented work. This position supports the Center for Health Promotion and Prevention Research and the Institute for Implementation Science. This is an in-office position, Monday-Friday. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! Position Key Accountabilities: Provides day-to-day project management coordination for research projects to include personnel, facilities, supplies in support of research project desired outcomes, budgets, and timeliness. Assists in the preparation of progress reports and grant proposals to both private foundations and governmental agencies; works closely with the Office of Sponsored Projects on the submission of grants. Assists with the preparation of budgets, initiates re-budgeting requests based on needs of research staff, and authorizes expenditures for multiple projects. Attends research-planning meetings to assist in the preparation of budget drafts for departmental leadership approval. Prepares annual progress reports and applications for various committees and ensures that all staff has received the proper training/attended the appropriate training courses. Maintains confidential records of collected data, ensures accuracy and integrity of data. Data may include patient data and departmental programmatic data. Prepares draft reports and communications for the departmental program/division leadership. Interacts with representatives from state, federal, and private agencies regarding proposals and funded projects. Provides work administrative direction and guidance to administrative staff personnel within department. May review contracts and develop training. Other duties as assigned. Certification/Skills: Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Working knowledge of MS Office. Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field or relevant experience in lieu of education. Minimum Experience: Two (2) years of relevant experience. May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement. Physical Requirements:Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215Residency Requirement:Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

How you will change lives As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients. The PCT will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Charge Nurse (CN) for patients with renal failure. What you'll be doing Patient care. You will work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include gathering patient stats before and after treatment, initiating treatment, monitoring patients during treatment, terminating treatment, and collecting patient blood samples per physician orders. Technician Duties. You will ensure quality comes first by preparing machines for hemodialysis treatments, cleaning and disinfecting machines after treatment, and conducting machine safety checks and logging results for quality control, ensuring all protocols and regulations are followed. Safety and Quality. You will use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you will adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state/federal laws and regulations. You will participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings. PATIENT CARE TECHNICIANSTATE SPECIFIC BOARD OF NURSING REQUIREMENTS California Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certificate from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) at time of hire OR Hired at USRC location recognized by state of California as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain California state certification (CHT) within six (6) weeks of successful completion of training program. Maryland Must possess current Certified Nursing Assistants -- Dialysis Technicians (CNA-DT) certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing OR Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Maryland as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain Maryland CNA-DT certificate within three (3) months from date of hire OR Out-of-state applicant must have active BONENT certification and provide proof of initial application for CNA-DT certification. New Mexico Must have New Mexico dialysis technician certificate at time of hire OR Hired at USRC location recognized by state of New Mexico as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain New Mexico state certification within six (6) months of successful completion of training program OR New Mexico certification of hemodialysis technician is required for out of state applicant with active state or national hemodialysis certification; must obtain New Mexico state certification prior to working as a Certified Hemodialysis Technician. After January 1 st , 2024, all initial applications for the certified hemodialysis technician will require a national hemodialysis technician certificate. The applicant must submit proof of a valid national hemodialysis technician certificate from a recognized organization. Hemodialysis technician students must have a current basic life support credential prior to and while the student has contact with patients OHIO Must have Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate at time of hire OR Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Ohio as an approved dialysis technician training program and submit application for Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate to board no later than four (4) weeks prior to completion of the approved training program. Must obtain Ohio Board of Nursing Certificate (OCDT) not less than twelve (12) months and not later than eighteen (18) months of enrolling in the USRC OCDT program. OREGON Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division at time of hire OR Must obtain Oregon dialysis technician provisional certificate within three (3) weeks of successful completion of training program and obtain Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division within eighteen (18) months. An Oregon Provisional Certification is valid for six months and can be renewed for one additional six month period.

Assist residents with exercise to improve or maintain mobility and independence in the resident. Encourage residents to be active and out of bed unless contraindicated. Assist residents with transfers, ambulation and range of motion. Provide clean clothing and linens that are in good repair to residents. Assist the residents with bathing and dressing. Change positions of residents to prevent skin care issues Assist residents in being free of offensive odors. Assist with the Therapy Department with active/passive range of motion exercises. Complete charting of care. Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, positive emphasis and calmness. Report significant findings or changes in condition and potential concerns to the Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nursing and or Therapy Department. Assist residents in preparing for medical tests, activities, social programs, appointments and daily meals. Assist with elimination including emptying catheter bags as well as providing and sanitizing bedpans, urinals and bedside commodes. Assist residents with good personal hygiene, including care of skin, bathing, shampooing and grooming of hair, oral hygiene, shaving or beard trimming as well as cleaning and cutting of nails. Provide pressure relieving devises and skin protective measures. The RNA will be able to serve in a maintenance capacity in the therapist or consultant's absence. Supervisory Requirements This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualification Education and/or Experience High school diploma or equivalent. Current certificate as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Restorative Aide Training. Current CPR certification. One year experience in a long term care facility preferred. Language Skills Ability to read technical procedures. Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Current CPR certification. Restorative Aide Certificate. Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred. Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing. Must remain in good standing with the Department of Public Health License and Certification Division at all times. Physical Demands The essential functions of this position require the following physical abilities: Standing and /or walking very frequently. Sitting occasionally. Reaching with hands and arms frequently, pushing/pulling very frequently. Talking and /or hearing very frequently. Tasting and /or smelling very frequently. Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling occasionally. Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception in vision: ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

About CWSFounded in 1946, Church World Service (CWS) is a non-profit and faith-based global humanitarian organization that provides sustainable self-help, development, disaster relief, and refugee and immigrant assistance around the world and in the United States (U.S.). CWS has assisted over 865,000 refugees and immigrants from across all faiths and backgrounds to start new lives in the U.S. and to integrate into their communities. Join us in this life-changing work. The Preferred Communities Supplemental-CHEA program serves Cuban/Haitian Entrants in need of case management support and referral to public benefits and community resources. PurposeThe Preferred Communities Supplemental Services CHEA Case Manager will be responsible for building resilience of clients and their families by providing case management support to clients facing barriers in achieving long-lasting self-sufficiency and integration.ResponsibilitiesWelcome and orient clients to the community and culture.Conduct intake and assessment of all PC CHEA clients to determine strengths and needs.Conduct check-ins with clients 30, 60, and 90 days after enrollment.Empower clients to formulate goals and create self-sufficiency plans. Identify support services that may assist clients in becoming self-sufficient, such as ESL classes, transportation, immigration services, childcare, school enrollment, etc. Advocate on behalf of clients and immigrant and refugee-serving agencies.Develop and nurture relationships with health and mental health service providers to increase access and availability of services to clients. Explore and/or develop innovative programs and opportunities to assist families with special circumstances in finding stability and overcoming barriers.Facilitate psychoeducational support groups which promote resilience, cultural adjustment, and overall wellness. Document all contacts, services, and referrals in client case files and maintain case note logs. Complete all required reports and documentation in a timely manner.Attend trainings and conferences as requested by supervisor.Keep informed about refugee and immigrant issues and available services, using current information to better identify and serve clients.Represent the program at meetings and speaking engagements relevant to the responsibilities of the position.Perform all duties in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner. Undertake other duties as assigned.QualificationsEducation:High school diploma with five years' case management experience, or Bachelor's Degree in social service field with 2 years' work experience. Experience:At least two years of previous work experience required and interest in immigrant and refugee populations.SkillsFluency in English and Spanish required.Ability to advocate and liaise with social service systems.Ability to establish trust and rapport with clients and community partners.Ability to remain calm and use sound judgment in high stress situations.Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and manage time effectively.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office applications and familiarity with data-tracking systems.Ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, cross-cultural environment.Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively across lines of difference with respect to race, gender, ethnicity, language, religion, and age.Ability to develop rapport and form a respectful relationship with clients focused on helping them gain needed skills while using a strengths-based perspective.Ability to follow strict guidelines of client confidentiality and safeguarding.Valid driver's license, access to reliable vehicle with current insurance.Special RequirementsStandard work hours with occasional evening or weekend assignment.Occasional travel may be required.Successfully pass background checks.Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support CWS' Platform on Racial Justice as a CWS employee required.BenefitsCWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:- 403 (b) Retirement Plan- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance- Generous Paid Time Off (18 Paid Days Off; 24 Days Off after 2 Years) - 14 Official Holidays- 12 Sick Days Off (Accrued monthly)- Life Insurance and AD&D- Long Term and Short-Term Disability- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Health Savings Account- Flexible Spending Accounts- Commuter Benefits

Our client, a Medical Center facility under the aegis of a California Public Ivy university and one of largest health delivery systems in California, seeks an accomplished Clinical Documentation Specialist.NOTE- THIS IS 100% REMOTE ROLE & ONLY W2 CANDIDATES NO C2C/1099*** Candidate must be authorized to work in USA without requiring sponsorship ***Position: Clinical Documentation Specialist (Job Id - 2521878)Location: Los Angeles CA 90024 (100% REMOTE)Duration: 6 Months + Strong Possibility of ExtensionJob Description:Under the direction of both the Director and CDI Manager, the Clinical Documentation Specialist independently prioritizes and performs assigned duties and tasks.Clinical Documentation Specialists are responsible and accountable for the day-to-day anagement and success of the Continuous Documentation Improvement Project to include all modalities, acting as a liaison with specific department staff, speaking, meeting and educating physicians, residents and mid-levels, and assisting with the development and implementation of clinical documentation improvement processes.CDSs work in conjunction with Medical Coding, Case Management and other health team members to gather and analyze information in order to provide for comprehensive medical record documentation that accurately reflects clinical treatment, decisions, and diagnosis for inpatients.The Clinical Documentation Specialist utilizes clinical expertise and some coding knowledge to identify opportunities and ensure accuracy and completeness of clinical documentation used for measuring and reporting physician and hospital outcomes, including quality measures.Physician queries are generated to assist and improve the quality of the documentation.CDSs also supply support to the Medical Coders, Quality staff and revenue cycle team in the complaint coding and processing of inpatient claims.Required Experience: Must have an US RN or US MD certification• Minimum 5 years' experience as CDS, some or all of which must be with an Academic Medical CenterBe able to discuss medical diagnostic topicsBe familiar with coding as it relates to documentationHave worked in an EPIC and 3M 360 Encompass (CAC) software environmentSkills:Ability to effectively communicate to physician/staff the necessity/appropriateness of clinical documentationAbility to effectively communicate to the payer the medical necessity/appropriateness /level of care criteria that is necessary for acute care hospitalization.Skills in setting priorities that accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities.Skill in abstracting and interpreting medical information from patient records.Working knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations regarding utilization review and discharge planning functions of government programs such Medicare, Medi-Cal, and CCS.Clinical experience sufficient to understand and communicate medical diagnosis and courses of treatment to professional and non-professional personnel.Immediate knowledge of computer word processing, database programs and ability to write reports and do graphical analysis.Bhupesh KhuranaLead Technical RecruiterEmail - [email protected]:Amerit Consulting is an extremely fast-growing staffing and consulting firm. Amerit Consulting was founded in 2002 to provide consulting, temporary staffing, direct hire, and payrolling services to Fortune 500 companies nationally, as well as small to mid-sized organizations on a local & regional level. Currently, Amerit has over 2,000 employees in 47 states. We develop and implement solutions that help our clients operate more efficiently, deliver greater customer satisfaction, and see a positive impact on their bottom line. We create value by bringing together the right people to achieve results. Our clients and employees say they choose to work with Amerit because of how we work with them - with service that exceeds their expectations and a personal commitment to their success. Our deep expertise in human capital management has fueled our expansion into direct hire placements, temporary staffing, contract placements, and additional staffing and consulting services that propel our clients businesses forward.Amerit Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Applicants, with criminal histories, are considered in a manner that is consistent with local, state and federal laws.

About CWSImagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home. PurposeTo provide case management services to refugees and other ORR-eligible populations through the Social Adjustment Services Program. This position requires knowledge of case management, problem solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. ResponsibilitiesEnroll eligible clients into the program and provide orientation, maintenance assistance, and on-going case management services throughout the program service period.Conduct intakes and needs assessments for ORR-eligible clients referred to the SAS ProgramManage ORR-eligible cases, ensuring timely delivery of services and fulfillment of requirements outlined in the RSS Providers Manual as required by TXORDevelop an individualized service plan and identify activities to complete the service plan based on the client needs assessmentAssist clients with public benefits applications, including SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, and TANF.Connect clients with medical providers as appropriate.Develop and implement orientations related to health and public benefits.Maintain and document case files for each case in accordance with guidelinesCoordinate interpretation and translation services to clientsEnter client data into the CWS and state funder databases in a timely manner as directedServe as a local representative of CWS Houston during presentations and meetings with external community resourcesIdentify new referral resources that will facilitate and assist client in self-sufficiencyProvide prompt response and on-going communication with other service providers and community partnersServe as an advocate for clientsPerform other related duties as requested by the Office Director and/or the Associate Director of Integration Programs.QualificationsEducation: Associate Degree or 3 years of relative work experience.Experience: Previous work experience with refugee resettlement case management or other direct social services and excellent interviewing skills.Other Skills:Computer literacy, using word processing and database applications. Must have a valid driver's license.Dari/Pashto, Spanish or Ukrainian fluency preferred.Special RequirementsMust have a valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle. Mileage accrued while executing work responsibilities is reimbursable by CWSMust complete motor vehicle record checkMust be willing and able to travelBenefitsCWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:- 403 (b) Retirement Plan- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance- Generous Paid Time Off (18 Paid Days Off; 24 Days after 2 Years)- 14 Official Holidays- Sick Time Off (12 Accrued monthly)- Life Insurance and AD&D- Long Term and Short-Term Disability- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Health Savings Account- Flexible Spending Accounts- Commuter Benefits