Selects appropriate equipment and completes room set up in anticipation of patient's needs; completes room set up in an efficient, thorough and cost effective manner. Ensures preoperative documentation is complete, collaborates plan of care with attending anesthesiologist and surgical team. Manages all aspects of anesthesia care based on the patient's physiological respon

Maintain a safe and clean work environment Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Report deficiencies to supervisor immediately. Assist in rectifying deficiencies as requested. Assume responsibility for and supervision of the appropriate care of medical equipment. Provide pre attending care for patients For each patient, perform a comprehensive assessment of the chief c

Direct Patient Care Activities Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge process Takes and records temperature, pulse, respirations, weight for adults and/or neonates, height, and blood pressure Measures and records intake and output including output from drains Applies cardiac monitor/oximetry Obtains EKG Adheres to the infant security protocol (accurate assessment

Provides direct care to assigned patients as needed which demonstrates clinical expertise and advanced knowledge. Diagnoses and manages acute and chronic health problems within specialty area of practice. Collaborates with physicians and other health care professionals in area of clinical expertise. Consults with physicians and other professionals in areas of clinical exp

Standards of Performance Northwestern Medicine Values, Patient Satisfaction, and Service Excellence Consistently practices Patients First philosophy and adheres to high standards of customer service. This includes setting an example to peers, coworkers, etc. by fostering a team atmosphere. Responds to questions and concerns. Forwards, directs and notifies Team Lead or Ope

Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance. Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly, or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so. Provides directions or help to patients and customers with finding their way. Uses effective service recovery skills to solve

Timely resolution of all claim edits and management & reporting of candidates for bill. Outbound compliant bill submission, clinical documentation requirements and any other communication required (verbal or written) regarding claims ensuring timely filing of claims and clean, complete and accurate claims. Timely follow up and collection of third party payer receivables a

Completes patient transports within set standards of the department. Performs both patient transport and works in the Equipment Processing Distribution Department in picking up soiled equipment, cleaning equipment per standards and delivering equipment to user areas within department standard. Ensures that all equipment is functional and in good working order including cu

Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area. Provides direct clinical care to patients. Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x rays and procedures according to clinical privileges. Evaluates patients to determine their need for further

Maintain a safe and clean work environment Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. Report deficiencies to supervisor immediately. Assist in rectifying deficiencies as requested. Assume responsibility for and supervision of the appropriate care of medical equipment. Provide pre attending care for patients For each patient, perform a comprehensive assessment of the chief c

Consistently practices Patients First philosophy and adheres to high standards of customer service. This includes setting an example to peers, coworkers, etc. by fostering a team atmosphere. Responds to questions and concerns. Forwards, directs, and notifies Team Lead or Operations Coordinator of extraordinary issues as necessary. Maintains patient confidentiality per HIP

Develops analytical tools to support having the right products at the right time with minimal risk of expiration. Manages clinical relationships to ensure procedural cases have proper inventory per case schedule. Utilizes tools within CIMS and Peoplesoft to maximize inventory levels and efficiencies. Utilizes productivity reports to measure department performance in compa

The Outcomes Manager reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The principal role of the Outcomes Manager in Patient Care Services Nursing Professional Practice & Developm

Coordinates and troubleshoots administrative efforts of the academic office for physician and administrative leadership by handling the diverse needs of the department including those related to facilities, information systems, communications and office equipment. Creates and revises systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record keeping systems, forms co

Assures efficient patient flow through the site Escorts patient to exam room, identifies patient with 2 identifiers and prepares patient for examination. Obtains accurate vital signs, per organization standards. Documents reason for visit and updates/confirms, allergies, smoking history and pharmacy information. Promptly informs the MD/APP of any significant change in vit