Job Information
HCA Healthcare Coord Sepsis Stroke in Palatka, Florida
Description
Introduction
Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients. At HCA Florida Putnam Hospital our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) Coord Sepsis Stroke to join our healthcare family.
Benefits
HCA Florida Putnam Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
At HCA Florida Putnam Hospital, our nurses play a vital part. We know that every nurse’s path and purpose is unique. Do you want to create your own personal career path in nursing? HCA Healthcare is your career destination! Our scale makes it possible for nurses to create the career path that fits their life – for life – and empowers their passion for patient care. Apply today for our Coord Sepsis Stroke opportunity.
Job Summary and Qualifications
Consistently deliver the best in customer service and patient care. As a team member, demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors and other employees.
Champion HCA FL PUTNAM HOSPITAL’s mission, vision and values; comply with the policies and procedures, ethical standards and code of conduct set forth by the company.
Promotes and monitors Sepsis/Stroke program and its safety.
Assists and recommends protocols and guidelines for best practice for the treatment of septic and cardiovascular accident patients across the care continuum. Assists in the development of strategic plan for the growth of the organization.
Works collaboratively with the medical staff and hospital departments to assure that there are effective Sepsis/Stroke services in place based on evidence-based practices and national guidelines.
Works with hospital neurologists/cardiologists, emergency room physicians, intensivists cardiologists, and hospitalists to provide well-coordinated services to the patient.
Coordinates and provides direction to the core team including coordination and communications with the medical staff, nursing, and other clinical support areas by providing accurate and timely information and written communication.
In collaboration with the medical staff and interdisciplinary teams, develops and monitors Sepsis/Stroke practices, guidelines, order sets and clinical guidelines.
Serves as a resource for hospital staff on all Sepsis/Stroke related issues.
Co-chairs Sepsis/Stroke Committee, prepares agendas, documents disseminate minutes, follows up on and completes open items, reports to organizational quality committees, maintains sepsis and stroke data in conjunction with the Quality and Regulatory Department, provides accurate and timely clinical data to appropriate committees and identifies opportunities for improvement.
Responsible for initial and ongoing education programs and development of content for Sepsis/Stroke certification compliance with mandatory standards.
Coordinates and facilitates Sepsis/Stroke educational activities as required for physicians, staff, patients and the community.
Works as a liaison to EMS to assure optimal continuity of care, from pre-hospital to hospital.
Educates nurses and ancillary staff on best practices in the treatment of patients. Develops education for all new hires to reach mission and vision goals of organization and maintains department certification.
Oversees the tracking process for data related to Sepsis/Stroke patients and provides data to Sepsis/Stroke Committee to initiate changes that will drive process improvement.
Works closely with Quality Management to assure metrics are in place and shows continuous improvement in the care of sepsis/stroke patients and for CMS and Joint Commission reporting purposes. Reviews charts as necessary. Collects data and oversees process for data collection.
Aggregates and analyzes data, provides benchmarks, verifies statistical measures, understands databases and data collection methodologies specific to chest pain, oversees the development of performance improvement and action plans
Monitors compliance with Joint Commission certification guidelines.
Prepares sepsis and/or stroke incidence reports and analyzes statistical data of the Sepsis/Stroke program activities for audit review, administrative review, and physician review.
Abstracts and analyzing medical records. Analyzes medical records of re-admitted patients for current follow-up and/or secondary treatment.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
What qualifications you will need:
Education :
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Experience :
- Minimum of five years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a care setting applicable to critical care and one year demonstrated clinical leadership role.
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration:
Current FL RN license required or appropriate compact licensure.
BLS required
O ther Minimum Qualifications:
- Comfortable with working with physicians, healthcare providers and other stakeholders in the organization. Capable of gaining immediate credibility with individuals through experience, presentation, communication skills, empathy, and compassion. Analytical skills including a working knowledge of basic statistics and statistical analysis methodologies. Knowledge of PC-based computer software, i.e. Word, Excel, and/or similar systems preferred. Ability to work independently and interdependently. Broad knowledge and familiarity with accreditation and healthcare-related regulatory standards
HCA Florida Putnam Hospital is a 99-bed acute care facility serving North Central Florida. Our hospital is located in Palatka, Florida. We serve the residents of Putnam County and surrounding areas. We provide the latest technology with the assurance of highly trained and empathetic professionals. We have a 10-bed intensive care unit and a 24-hour emergency department. We have a cardiac catheterization laboratory and offer inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. Our hospital offers a full complement of quality healthcare services while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Coord Sepsis Stroke opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.