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Pediatric RN - Simulation Lab Clinical Coordinator - Salt Lake City, UT

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Intermountain Healthcare is a nonprofit system serving Utah and Idaho. One of the nation´s leading integrated healthcare systems, ranked # 1 or 2 by Modern Healthcare for all of the past eight years, Intermountain provides world-class service in 21 hospitals and more than 140 health centers, clinics, homecare and urgent care facilities. Intermountain has a reputation as a pioneer in continuous quality improvement and clinical programs. Being part of Intermountain means joining a world-class team and embarking on a career filled with opportunities, innovation and fulfillment. Our mission is: excellence in the provision of healthcare services to communities in the Intermountain region which drives our 29,000 employees and more than 3,300 physicians. Doctors, hospitals, and health plans work together to take healthcare to new levels of excellence. Intermountain is recognized as a leading healthcare system and a model for what is right in American medicine. This RN position is responsible for the assessment, planning, development, implementation, management, coordination, and ongoing evaluation of Primary Children´s Medical Center (PCMC) Medical Simulation Laboratory Program.  This RN position works closely with the program medical director, Pediatric Education Services (PES) and other PCMC staff in identifying program needs and appropriate learning strategies, reviewing learning options, testing learning tools, debriefing teams, and evaluating program learning effectiveness. Some of the job responsibilities include: Develop, evaluate, and maintain simulation program activities for style, content, cognitive skill training, application into practice and team training Maintain clinical skill competency Integrates audience learning abilities, adult learning principles and debriefing techniques into program activities Facilitates structured debriefing for small multidisciplinary groups of adult learners after completion of simulation training Demonstrates keen problem identification, skills resolution, and ability to prioritize program activities Partners with educational content expert and PES team members to coordinate development of computer based training applications Ensures that e-learning modules, simulations and tests are accessible to end users, work together and track appropriately Gives and accepts feedback on simulation program initiatives to obtain desired outcomes Maintains optimum communications with all hospital departments to facilitate appropriate scheduling and coordination of medical simulation laboratory. This position is full-time, 40 hours, Monday-Friday with some occasional travel. Requires current Utah RN license, a minimum of 5 years recent RN experience with 2 of those years in critical care, BLS and PALS.  Also requires a Bachelor´s Degree in Nursing with a Master´s preferred.  Must have experience in program planning, implementation and evaluation, managing multiple projects and problem solving.  Also requires demonstrated leadership, teaching ability and knowledge of adult learning theories and methodologies.  Experience using and troubleshooting AV equipment (i.e. data projectors, burning CDs, playing DVD´s, closed circuit TV´s) and computer software.  Also requires proficiency in computer programs including word processing, spreadsheet and other applications.  Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the role either with or without reasonable accommodation. Prefer candidates with 5 years of pediatric acute care/critical care experience and PALS certified.  Master´s Degree Preferred.Relocation Assistance AvailableBenefits also include Pension, 401K, Medical, Dental, Optical, Paid Time Off, FSA.

PURPOSE: To provide qualified surgical assistance when requested by the surgeon, in order to ensure optimal results for the patient. This position is adjunct to the basic functions of the OR Nurse. This position consistently supports compliance and Kaiser Permanente´s Code of Conduct by adhering to federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements and Kaiser Permanente´s 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.ACCOUNTABILITIES:1. See OR Nurse representative Duties.2. RNs as first assistants in the OR will work interdependently with the surgeon, providing a safe operation with optimal results for the patient.3. The Registered Nurse First Assistant will at all times act under the direct supervision of the Surgeon performing only those functions specifically stated in a manner consistent with his/her education and experience.4. All assignments will be made by the ASC Supervisor or designee, with regard to optimum patient care.5. Knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology and operative technique pertaining to the procedure being performed.6. Skill and knowledge in applying principles of asepsis and infection control.7. Assists in positioning, propping and draping of the patient.8. Provides hemostasis by applying hemostatic clamps and/or clips, coagulates bleeding points and, ligates vessels.9. Provides exposure by suctioning sponging and retracting.10. Handles tissue, implants, etc., as directed by the surgeon during operative procedure.11. Performs other related duties as directed.

To provide high quality anesthesia care in accordance with KP standards and applicable regulatory laws.

Purpose: (One sentence summary of the job function.)To provide high quality anesthesia care in accordance with KP standards and applicable regulatory laws. This position consistently supports compliance and Kaiser Permanente´s Code of Conduct by adhering to federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements and Kaiser Permanente´s 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. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:1. Administers adequate anesthesia to provide pain free surgery.2. Maintains the patient´s vital signs.3. Maintains accurate records of anesthesia and patient status.4. Demonstrates competence in airway management.5. Demonstrates skills in resuscitative measures.6. Follows infection control standards.7. Cooperates with the anesthesiologist in developing anesthesia care plan.8. Asks for Assistance when needed.9. Performs other related duties as directed.

Purpose: (One sentence summary of the job function.)Provides primary nursing support for Oncology and secondary support for Internal Medicine. Administers or assists with administration of chemotherapeutic agents following established protocols or physician´s orders. Is responsible for providing nursing advice for Oncology patients with medical problems. This position also has compliance accountability and/or responsibility for Kaiser Permanente’s policies and procedures, the Principles of Responsibility, accreditation standards (if applicable), and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as, proper use of Kaiser Permanente Personal Computer (PC) and applications. Accountabilities: (List of 4 - 6 primary responsibilities, not activities, in their order of importance)1. Prepares patients for appointments with providers or for chemotherapy by screening to determine nature of the visit, obtaining and recording pertinent physical assessment data, and explaining procedures to patients.2. Assists providers with examinations by providing instruction to patients regarding preparation for laboratory and x-ray diagnostic procedures. May perform diagnostic labs prior to chemotherapy(such as urine dipstick evaluation).3. Assists providers with minor surgery and special procedures (e.g. bone narrow aspiration). Sets up treatment rooms ensuring that adequate supplies are on hand and those proper instruments are available. Cleans and sterilizes instruments and cleans treatment rooms as required.4. Acts as a counselor for patient and family. Is responsible for providing medical advice and education on all facets of Oncology. Is a liaison between the primary care physician and the patient. May also work in conjunction with the Psychiatric Social Worker or Psychiatrist to provide the patient with a mental health component of care.5. Mixes and administers chemotherapeutic agents under the direction of a physician, or according to prescribed protocols. Is knowledgeable of the actions of the chemotherapeutic agents, of the interactions with the body´s systems, and of the nursing interventions necessary to counteract or minimize reactions.6. Follows established Oncology protocols to maintain a clean and safe working environment. Safeguards self and others against the hazards of toxic drugs. Disposes of bio-hazardous waste according to approved protocol. Abides by federal, state and/or local standards regarding drug accountability.7. Inserts I.V. catheters and administers I.V. fluids for the purpose of hydration or medication therapy under a physician´s direction or medication protocol. Monitors patients during and after periods of instillation.8. Completes various forms (e.g. lab forms, consultation forms, etc.) as required. Maintains accurate records making appropriate entries in patient chart for specific medications utilizing the chemotherapy flow sheet. Documents treatments or observations as needed. Is responsible, in conjunction with the physician, for documenting information for investigational protocols and ensures that all appropriate investigational drug materials is understood by the patient. Maintains vital information for the Tumor Board Registry.9. Relays massages between providers and patients as directed. Collects information and data required by providers such as laboratory and x-ray results, consultation reports, etc. Communicates with consultants regarding laboratory studies and patient care. Arranges for follow-up care as needed or directed: (e.g. blood transfusion).10. As the Oncology schedule allows, nay provide other patient education as directed by physicians to include instructions regarding diabetes and hypertension.11. Participates in staff meetings and attends in-service programs. Maintains and updates knowledge by attending continuing education programs on Oncology. Provides education for staff members.12. Is familiar with health plan benefits and community resources. Communicates with the Discharge Planning Nurse to investigate additional resources.13. As tine permits, may make home visits in an effort to provide comprehensive and continuous care.14. Performs other related duties as directed. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS INCLUDING LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION-RN License in jurisdiction to which assigned- BSN preferred- At least 2 years of current Oncology experience with at least one year being in an out-patient setting

The Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) is obligated to maintain and constantly evaluate the appropriateness of a member/patient level of care, to maintain the efficiency and integrity of the referral process, and to monitor the quality of outcomes.

Preferred Skills: Acute care hospital utilization review and discharge planning. Knowledge of Microsoft Word. PURPOSE: In general, the Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) is obligated to maintain and constantly evaluate the appropriateness of a member/patient level of care, to maintain the efficiency and integrity of the referral process, and to monitor the quality of outcomes. The critical skills needed to perform this job are: Ability to effectively communicate; ability to conform to established policies and procedures; ability to analytically; problem solve and make decisions; ability to tolerate and cope with ambiguity; and ability to work as a team member. This position also has compliance accountability and/or responsibility for Kaiser Permanente´s policies and procedures, the Principles of Responsibility, accreditation standards (if applicable),and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as, proper use of Kaiser Permanente Personal Computer (PC) and applications. Required Experience and Training: R.N. license in jurisdiction where assigned. B.S.N. preferred. CPR certification required. At least one-year experience in acute hospital utilization review or equivalent required. Recent acute care, case management, or home health experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to effectively and clearly present information through the written word; to influence or persuade others through oral presentation in positive or negative circumstances; to listen well. Demonstrated ability to write clearly, legibly and effectively; to present ideas and document activities; to read and interpret written information.

Silver Springs, MDEssential Functions: - Collects and analyzes data of quality indicators, surveys and quality screens to aggregate, trend, and report results appropriately to the NTN Quality Improvement Committee and to Regional leaders in Quality and Risk Management, as required. - Collaborates with Quality Manager to oversee continued performance - Improvement of the NTN�s quality program and completion of the annual Quality Work Plan. - Identifies, reports, and documents the decisions for resolution of complex or difficult cases involving potential risk with the Quality Improvement Medical Director and Quality Performance Manager to ensure resolution of each is achieved. - Develops and maintains a formal credentialing program for transplant centers, including annual review of UNOS data, Medicare status, and Joint Commission and ASBMT RFI documents. Assists with the development and maintenance of a database to capture, maintain, and report credentialing data. Respond to Regional inquiries related to credentialing of transplant programs. - Identify issues, trends, and barriers that delay patients moving through the transplant continuum of care in a defined, appropriate clinical period of time. Develop resolutions and present to NTN leadership. Prepare reports to NTN Advisory Board and/or Regional stakeholders. Document decisions made and assist in implementation of those decisions. - Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Transplant Centers of Excellence in order to manage contractual relations and ensure the center meets its contractual obligations to KP. - Responsible to ensure appropriate maintenance of quality files and adherence to confidentiality rules and guidelines. - May periodically be requested to research clinical articles, studies, and data for presentation to the Clinical Management Committees and Quality Improvement Committee. Competencies Required Proactive - able to work independently, set goals, manage time efficiently and effectively. Team oriented - work in a team environment Creative - creative problem solving skills required to meet patient needs Customer focused - act as patient advocate, provide patient education. Problem solving - exercise independent judgment to solve problems Constructive communication - must be able to communicate at all levels, both written and verballyBasic Qualifications: - Two (2) to three (3) years experience as a critical care nurse, transplant nurse or quality/risk management (as a hospital nurse) RN Required.Preferred Qualifications: - Previous experience (two + years) in quality improvement, patient safety or risk management in addition to minimum work experience.

Lead Nurse

Purpose:To support the Clinical Coordinator in providing high quality customer service for both internal andexternal customer.This position consistently supports compliance and Kaiser Permanente´s Code of Conduct by adheringto federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements and Kaiser Permanente´s policies and procedures.In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating servicebehaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission aswell as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistentlydemonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior andculturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providersand vendors.Accountabilities:1. Provides direct patient care, triage member calls, makes patient call-backs for providers,performs patient teaching, and performs and assists with procedures (Based on provider orders) andapplicable regulatory laws.2. Coordinates patient care for hospital admissions, specialty referrals, IV Care for AHC, new momassessment protocol (OB), MCCP (Peds), and ancillary support departments.3. Makes monthly staffing schedules and day-to-day work assignments to department staff. Assessesworkloads, on an on-going basis and makes special assignments, during peak and slow periods.Collects and codes department time sheets4. Calls in staff to meet minimum staffing requirements, including authorizing overtime,coordinating with other clinical teams to cover staff shortages and processes provider schedulechanges when delegated by the Clinical Coordinator.5. Handles difficult and problematic work situations, including resolving member issues.6. Serves as resource for other staff members by answering questions; orients new staff, andidentifies staff needs for training (and provides in-service training as needed).7. Performs special projects as assigned by the CC.8. Routinely provides feedback to CC for staff performance, work habits, and barriers to efficient,high quality work.9. Assists development and revision of department procedures.10. Performs other related duties as directed.Relevant Years of Experience:- A least one-year of current experience in HMO or ambulatory setting with emphasis patienteducation is required.- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.- Experience in IV Therapy is required.- Previous experience in a leadership role is preferred.- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communications skills are required.- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical systems and processes is required.Education and/or Classes:- B.S.N. is preferred.License, Certification and/or Designation:- Current RN license in appropriate jurisdiction is required.

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 an AA/EEO employer. DEPARTMENT: Women´s & Children´s SCHEDULE: Full-time, regular; 40hrs/week; SHIFT: Night; Monday through Friday 10:45pm to 7:15am.**NOTE: While primary responsibilities will be on the Night Shift, flexibility in hours and shift may be required**EDUCATION: -BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. -Graduate of accredited school of nursing. -Current California RN license required.PREFERRED EDUCATION: -APHON Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Certification. -Current BLS certification required and ALCS certification strongly preferred.POSITION SUMMARY: Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service and utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities.QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Strong interpersonal communication skills.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Exempt Position. While primary responsibilities will be on the Night Shift, flexibility in hours and shift may be required. -Three years Pediatric/Peds Critical Care experience within the last 5 years required with demonstrated clinical expertise and sound knowledge of nursing theory. -Experience in Pediatric transport preferred. -Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, budgeting, facilitative communication skills, team building techniques and principle driven leadership. -Acceptable attendance and courtesy required. -Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING: N/ADUTIES: -Manages the unit´s day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. -Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development. Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 - 60+employees. -Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. -Utilization of services. -Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level.-Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. -Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. -Works with health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. -Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of other units. -Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management.PREFERRED DUTIES: -Under the guidance of the Pediatric and Pediatric ICU Clinical Managers, participates in the nursing management of 32 licensed Pediatric beds and 10 Pediatric ICU beds. -Assists the Women and Children´s Management staff with facilitation and problem solving. -Manages the day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. -Participates in the development and implementation of action plans and education programs to improve staff performance. -Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. -Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. -Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. -Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. -Works with health care providers outside of the unit to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. -Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of care. Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. -Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. -Must be willing to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. -Assists in the coordination of inter-facility transport of Pediatric and Pediatric ICU patients.-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.

Assistant Nurse Manager needed in Roseville, CA!

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 an AA/EEO employer. DEPARTMENT: PICU/PediatricsSCHEDULE: Full-time, regular; 40hrs/week; SHIFT: Day; Monday through Friday 6:45am to 3:15p.EDUCATION: -BSN or BA in health care related field preferred. -Graduate of accredited school of nursing. -Current California RN license required. -Current BLS certification required and ALCS certification strongly preferred.POSITION SUMMARY: -Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service and utilization standards. -Supervises the day to day shift activities.QUALIFICATIONS: -Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, and budgeting. -Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. -Strong interpersonal communication skills.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Exempt Position.- While primary responsibilities will be on the Day Shift, flexibility in hours and shift may be required. -Three years Pediatric/Peds Critical Care experience within the last 5 years required with demonstrated clinical expertise and sound knowledge of nursing theory. -Experience in Pediatric transport preferred. -Demonstrated knowledge of quality improvement, clinical care delivery processes, staffing, budgeting, facilitative communication skills, team building techniques and principle driven leadership. -Acceptable attendance and courtesy required. -Knowledge of Nursing Practice Act, JCAHO and other federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.REQUIRED SKILLS TESTING and DUTIES: -Manages the unit´s day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. -Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development. -Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 - 60+employees. -Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. -Utilization of services. -Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. -Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. -Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. Works with health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. -Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of other units. Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. -Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. PREFERRED DUTIES:-Under the guidance of the Pediatric and Pediatric ICU Clinical Managers, participates in the nursing management of 32 licensed Pediatric beds and 10 Pediatric ICU beds. -Assists the Women and Children´s Management staff with facilitation and problem solving. -Manages the day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. -Participates in the development and implementation of action plans and education programs to improve staff performance. -Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is incompliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures. -Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. -Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services. -Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities. -Works with health care providers outside of the unit to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. -Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of care. Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care. -Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management. -Must be willing to work in a Labor-Management Partnership environment. -Assists in the coordination of inter facility transport of Pediatric and Pediatric ICU patients. -Provides for ongoing communications with staff and ancillary departments; provides a forum for staff involvement in problem identification and resolution. -Attends management meetings locally and Regionally as assigned. -Participates in medical center and nursing committees, as assigned, in order to share information, problem solve, and evaluate the impact of services to receiving departments.-Meets regularly with management to share information regarding department activities. -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.

DEPARTMENT: Education and TrainingSCHEDULE: Full-Time Regular, 40 hours per week, Day shift.EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:BSN required. Current California RN license required. Clinical Masters in Nursing, in area of specialization, is required. Current BLS certificate required. Graduate of accredited school of nursing. California Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification in area of specialty required. ACLS or PALS Certification preferred. Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date.PREFERRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Current CPR Certificate required; California Clinical Nurse Specialist Certification in area of specialty required; ACLS or PALS Certification preferredJOB SUMMARY: Please be aware that this position is currently under review as part of the jurisdictional process with the California Nurses Association to determine whether such position should be assigned to the CNA bargaining unit. This review is on a position-by-position basis and includes an analysis of the actual duties performed in each position under review. This determination will be made within the next several months. Should the determination be made that the position does belong to the CNA bargaining unit, you will be offered the opportunity to (a) follow the work into the CNA bargaining unit and become a member of the union, or (b) seek other employment within the organization. Should you have any questions regarding this notice, please contact your recruiter for further information. Provides in-depth clinical expertise in a defined area of nursing practice (eg., pediatrics, oncology, adult medicine). Develops and ensures quality standards for nursing practice for a specific patient population. Provides advanced clinical practice education, consultation, research and administration.QUALIFICATIONS: Three years experience in area of specialty required. Demonstrated clinical expertise in area of specialty. Prior Clinical Nurse Specialist experience preferred.DUTIES: Establishes and monitors care standards and makes recommendations for changes in area of clinical practice. Collaborates with nursing staff in assessing patient, family age-specific nursing needs and develops plan of care for complex high-risk patients. Evaluates the effectiveness of the care provided. Designs teaching programs for patients/families and provides assistance to nursing staff in program implementation. Develops interdisciplinary plans of care for complex and high risk patients. In conjunction with members of the health care team, assesses staff knowledge and identifies competency-based education needs of staff and members. Designs and implements education programs to ensure the quality of staff knowledge and skills. Introduces new techniques/innovation based on advanced practice trends. May serve as a preceptor to graduate healthcare students. Provides consultation to physicians, nurses and other heath care providers in meeting care needs of individual or groups of patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Makes recommendations to change standards of care or standards of practice based on own research or the research of others. Defines and implements best nursing practices. Assists in interviewing staff and provides input into evaluations regarding clinical competence and provides coaching and counseling. Participates and consults in setting the direction for QA&I monitoring, establishing standards and evaluating outcomes. Collects and analyzes data regarding patient care outcomes, trends, morbidity and mortality. Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, KaiserPermanente 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.PLEASE NOTE: - Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer