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Pediatric Outpatient Opportunity—8-5, NO Weekends!!

If you are looking to join a practice that:-Understands everyone has a life outside of their 8-5-Enjoys what they do-Balances busy days with compassion, patience, and empathy-Rewards better performance with better pay-Values and shows appreciation for their amazing staff-Invests in technology to improve provider efficiency and patient experience-IS NOT OPEN ON THE WEEKENDSThen, we have the position you have been looking/hoping/dreaming/praying/wishing/longing for.The ClinicOur client is an outpatient pediatric clinic located in north Houston, Texas. From the moment you walk through the front door, you get the sense that this clinic is different. Every single person greets you with a smile and a warmth that does not exist in a lot of the medical world. The staff here is upbeat, fun to be around, and full of life. They love what they do, and it shows! Here, you will love your work and who you work with.The PositionThis opportunity boasts a schedule of 8-5 and no call or weekends! The salary is great with the potential for a production bonus. The benefits package is fantastic: medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, CME allowance, moving expenses, malpractice insurance, and more!The right mid-level provider will be a positive, upbeat team player with a heart for kids. Speaking Spanish and having pediatric clinic experience would not hurt either, though it is not required. Seriously, who would not want this position?

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. DEPARTMENT: Continuity of Care/Multi-Site (Modesto/Stockton) SCHEDULE: Full-Time Regular, 36-40hrs/wk, Night shift. Shift and locations may vary depending on need, 7:00pm to 7:00am. This is a multi-site position. Will work in Modesto and the Stockton facility. EDUCATION/ LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: BSN or BA in health care related field or Diploma/Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) or comparable years of experience required. Masters Degree preferred. Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. SKILLS TESTING: N/A QUALIFICATIONS: Experience (usually 2+ years) in direct patient care delivery and management. Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred (usually 2+ years). Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgement abilities. Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills, and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.). POSITION SUMMARY: Performs utilization management activities, discharge planning, and care coordination across the continuum of care in collaboration with the physician and other members of the health care team. DUTIES: Utilization Management Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. Educates other healthcare team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). Discharge Planning Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing , social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. Performance Improvement Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, carepaths, etc. for patient care. Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Workplan initiatives. Administrative and Regulatory Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (KP´s code of conduct) by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and KP policies and procedures. In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors.

Challenge your career with a fast paced, growing practice utilizing cutting edge technology while dramatically impacting patient outcomes.

Advanced ICU Care is experiencing exponential growth and as such, recognizes the value of nurse practitioners to practice alongside fellowship trained intensivists.Become part of a dynamic team environment which is delivering the highest quality of medicine in a virtual setting with demonstrated decreased morbidity rates as welll as successfully decreasing lengths of stay. The team is able to pick up on subtleties which might lead to the patient coding; our technologies give our team members predictability factors which demonstrates that the patient is at risk before it happens, versus managing problems after the occurrence. Join a team thats making the news by impacting the way ICU Medicine is being practiced.To be part of the exceptional team at Advanced ICU Care, candidates must be able to: Conduct comprehensive health assessments. Demonstrate high level of autonomy and expert skill in the diagnosis and treatment of complex medical problems of ICU patients. Formulate clinical decisions to manage acute and chronic adult illnesses through the use of telemedicine. Integrate professional experience, education and leadership into the assigned clinical role. Functions in and promotes an environment of collegial relationships with physicians, nurses, hospitals and Advanced ICU Care leadership.Requirements: MSN degree and graduate of an approved Acute or Adult Nurse Practitioner program with certification. Must be able to obtain multi-state license(s). Strong windows based computer skills

We seek an AANC Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner to join our adult medicine team. This is a busy (25 patients/day) and challenging (all age groups except pediatrics) clinic practice. As an NP you will be assigned a preceptor, and you will work in partnership with this physician. Providers are grouped into patient care teams to provide a smaller collegial workgroup and so other physicians are able to assist you when the preceptor is out of the office. Clinic hours are 8-5 M-F with no weekends and no call responsibilities. As a Provider team member you will be treated with respect, and given the tools you need to provide the best in quality, accessible and coordinated care. We enjoy an electronic medical record environment, digital radiology system and use hand held PDAs for prescriptions, schedules and notes. Other Physician and NP specialty teams at SMA include Endocrinology, Geriatrics, OB/GYN, Urgent Care, Women�s Health, Gastroenterology, Rheumatology, Pulmonary, Anesthesiology, Neurology and Wound Care. We also employ specialty Hospitalist physicians to deliver and manage inpatient care and contract with single specialty groups in all other specialties. The partners we choose share our vision for treating the whole patient and involving the family in the care and case management plans.We offer salaried compensation plus generous bonuses.

Southwest Medical Associates, the largest multi-specialty group in Nevada with over 200 providers and 14 offices, invites you to join our Urgent Care/Fast Care staff.

Southwest Medical Associates, the largest multi-specialty group in Nevada with over 200 providers and 14 offices, invites you to join our Urgent Care/Fast Care staff. Over 150,000 patients are treated each year in our four urgent cares, most of who are insured through Health Plan of Nevada, our sister company and largest HMO in Nevada. Our staff is comprised of physicians and mid-level providers who are comfortable with a higher level of acuity and who are skilled in a vast array of outpatient procedures. Our facilities are modern and well-equipped, with on-site laboratory testing and radiology, including CT and ultrasound, and are supported by an exceptional nursing staff. Our electronic medical records are state-of-the-art, with digital radiology and electronic prescriptions. The main 24-hour office is a high-acuity urgent care, with an attached observation unit and chest pain center. The practice encompasses nearly the full scope of medicine, with ample opportunity to hone procedural skills.The schedule is M-F 8am-5pm for a walk-in environment or four 9 hr days. You will see between 15-40 patients per day with non-acute complaints. Additional shifts, which are paid at a premium rate, are also available. Importantly, our turnover rate is extremely low.We offer an attractive base salary, bonus plan, and comprehensive fringe benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance, STD/LTD, professional liability, matching 401K, relocation costs, three weeks paid vacation, one week paid CME with $3500 allowance, and eight paid holidays. Las Vegas offers the best in entertainment and cultural options, in addition to being an affordable metropolitan area in which to live. Also, Nevada has no state income tax. Warm weather, 300-plus days of sunshine, championship golf, hiking, skiing, five-star restaurants, endless attractions and entertainment choices are reasons Las Vegas is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States.

Cigna Medical Group, the group practice division of CIGNA HealthCare of Arizona, is one of the Valleys largest multi-specialty group practices with over 20 offices located throughout metropolitan Phoenix. Each is equipped with several medical specialists under one roof, so referrals or additional diagnostic needs can be quickly obtained. Responsibilities:Ability to evaluate patients and make clinical decisions related to acute care needs along with appropriate wellness screening exams.Requirements: 1. Licensed RN required 2. Graduate of Certified Nurse Practitioner Program required 3. Experience in Primary Care, Urgent Care or ER highly preferred 4. Pharmacy and DEA prescription privileges or eligible to obtain privileges by certified national nurse credentialing organization5. BLS certification and the ability to utilize an AED 6. Excellent team building skills 7. Good computer skills using MS Office Products (Word/Excel)

MANAGER (Nights) LABOR AND DELIVERY AND POST PARTUM UNIT (LDRP)

The manager is a registered nurse who has 24-hour comprehensive operational responsibility for the delivery and quality of nursing care provided in the designated areas(s) of responsibility. Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction, initiative, effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communications skills.Fosters interdepartmental/interdisciplinary collaborationParticipates in committees, representing unit and Nursing in a positive manner.Practices all components of Safety Program.1. Prepares measurable goals and objectives that are consistent with The Methodist Hospital System priorities, and develops action plans for achieving goals, incorporating collaborative efforts if appropriate. 2. Ensures that unit consistently achieves desired outcomes for patient care, including high degree of patient and physician satisfaction. 3. Manages unit expenses within approved budget parameters. Leadership4. Implements change, demonstrating the ability to motivate employees and follow through to ensure change in behavior has actually occurred. 5. Plans management coverage of unit to maximize presence of management staff.6. Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, physicians, and staff on how to improve patient care and service provided.7. Functions as role model to staff, reinforcing principles of service orientation and ensuring that the focus is always on improving patient care. 8. Demonstrates initiative in identifying developmental needs of staff and taking appropriate action, including collaboration with unit educator. Managerial Effectiveness9. Collaborates with others to ensure unit systems are effective and consistent with other patient care unit systems.10. Selects, retains, and effectively develops unit staff and management personnel, utilizing performance appraisals, corrective counseling, and commendations to achieve desired outcomes. 11. Establishes effective, two way communication with staff. 12. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.13. Demonstrates problem solving skills to include investigation, identification of cause(s) and development of corrective action, and submits reports which require minimal editing. 14. Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSBachelors Degree - Masters preferredEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSFive years clinical experience required, except in operating room and intensive care units which require five years minimum specialty experience.Minimum of two years management experience requiredCERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIREDRegistered nurse with current Texas licenseCPR CertificationSpecialty Certification PreferredSPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREDMust be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.Maintains knowledge base necessary to manage specific clinical area.Assumes responsibility for own professional development.

The manager is a registered nurse who has 24-hour comprehensive operational responsibility for the delivery and quality of nursing care provided in the designated areas(s) of responsibility. Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction, initiative, effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communications skills.Fosters interdepartmental/interdisciplinary collaborationParticipates in committees, representing unit and Nursing in a positive manner.Practices all components of Safety Program.1. Prepares measurable goals and objectives that are consistent with The Methodist Hospital System priorities, and develops action plans for achieving goals, incorporating collaborative efforts if appropriate. 2. Ensures that unit consistently achieves desired outcomes for patient care, including high degree of patient and physician satisfaction. 3. Manages unit expenses within approved budget parameters. Leadership4. Implements change, demonstrating the ability to motivate employees and follow through to ensure change in behavior has actually occurred. 5. Plans management coverage of unit to maximize presence of management staff.6. Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, physicians, and staff on how to improve patient care and service provided.7. Functions as role model to staff, reinforcing principles of service orientation and ensuring that the focus is always on improving patient care. 8. Demonstrates initiative in identifying developmental needs of staff and taking appropriate action, including collaboration with unit educator. Managerial Effectiveness9. Collaborates with others to ensure unit systems are effective and consistent with other patient care unit systems.10. Selects, retains, and effectively develops unit staff and management personnel, utilizing performance appraisals, corrective counseling, and commendations to achieve desired outcomes. 11. Establishes effective, two way communication with staff. 12. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.13. Demonstrates problem solving skills to include investigation, identification of cause(s) and development of corrective action, and submits reports which require minimal editing. 14. Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSBachelors Degree - Masters preferredEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSFive years clinical experience required, except in operating room and intensive care units which require five years minimum specialty experience.Minimum of two years management experience requiredCERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIREDRegistered nurse with current Texas licenseCPR CertificationSpecialty Certification PreferredSPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREDMust be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.Maintains knowledge base necessary to manage specific clinical area.Assumes responsibility for own professional development.

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures.

This position supports Kaiser Permanente´s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and Licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures. Kaiser Permanente is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. DEPARTMENT: Continuity of Care/Multi-Site (Modesto/Stockton) SCHEDULE: Full-Time Regular, 36-40hrs/wk, Night shift. Shift and locations may vary depending on need, 7:00pm to 7:00am. This is a multi-site position. Will work in Modesto and Stockon facilities. EDUCATION/ LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: BSN highly preferred or BA in health care related field. Diploma/Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) with comparable years of experience required. Masters Degree preferred. Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BLS Certification, and current California RN licensure required. SKILLS TESTING: N/A QUALIFICATIONS: Experience (usually 2+ years) in direct patient care delivery and management. Demonstrated experience in utilization review, case management, and discharge planning preferred (usually 2+ years). Knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission, DMHC, CMS, NCQA, HIPPA, ERISA, EMTALA and all other applicable federal/state/local laws and regulations. Demonstrated strong communication and customer service skills, problem-solving, critical thinking, and clinical judgement abilities. Fundamental word processing and computer navigation skills, and the ability to interpret and use analytic data in day to day operations. Knowledge of healthcare benefits associated with various business lines (Medicare/KPSA, Commercial/KFH, Medi-Cal, Federal, etc.). POSITION SUMMARY: Performs utilization management activities, discharge planning, and care coordination across the continuum of care in collaboration with the physician and other members of the health care team. DUTIES: Utilization Management Performs daily preadmission, admission, and concurrent utilization reviews using guidelines, institutional policies/procedures, and other information to determine appropriate levels of care and readiness for discharge. Escalates utilization and system problems which have not been resolved at the local level to the next level (RM/UM Director, CCL, DHO, etc.), immediately. Monitors the progression of the plan of care and facilitates discussions with the multi-disciplinary teams. Educates other healthcare team members on utilization and cost containment initiatives. Collaborates with and provides information to patients, families, physicians, and staff regarding the provisions of care. Incorporates and counsels on the correct and consistent application, interpretation, and utilization of member health care benefits (including transition of care). Discharge Planning Ensures continuity of care through communication in rounds and written documentation, level of care recommendations, transfer coordination, discharge planning and obtaining authorizations/approvals as needed for outside services for the patient. Develops, evaluates, and coordinates a comprehensive discharge plan in conjunction with the patient/family, physician, nursing , social services, and other healthcare providers and agencies. Performance Improvement Monitors care processes to provide cost-effective implementation and evaluation of utilization management and patient care activities, initiatives, and protocols. Participates in the development and implementation of guidelines, preprinted physician orders, carepaths, etc. for patient care. Identifies and assists in the implementation of opportunities for cost-savings and improvements in the quality of care across the continuum. Develops, collects, trends, and analyzes data relevant to the utilization of healthcare resources including avoidable/variance days, readmissions, one-day stays, DRGs, LOS, etc. Participates in the development, implementation, communication, maintenance and monitoring of local UM Workplan initiatives. Administrative and Regulatory Shares accountability with the UM Manager for planning, developing, and managing the department budget. Participates in interviewing, makes hiring recommendations, orients and provides on-going supervision of support staff. Provides input into the performance evaluations of team members. May plan and control work assignments and special projects of team members. Assists in developing, implementing and maintaining utilization management policies and procedures. Conducts UM, care coordination, and discharge planning activities according to all applicable regulatory requirements (see qualifications). Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (KP´s code of conduct) by maintaining confidentiality, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and KP policies and procedures. In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors.

Effectively uses the nursing process to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. Effectively assumes shift leadership by keeping members of the team informed of important patient data and of patients physical and/or mental status. Completes nursing assessment based on individual, age specific, developmental needs within 24 hours of admission. Is current with legal aspects around the practice of nursing and uses appropriate resources when legal questions surface.