Nicklaus Children's Hospital

Description Job Summary: Provides supervision of the pediatric dental residents during clinical activities, provision of didactic and seminar instruction, as well as, providing quality patient care. Participates in the development and implementation of goals for the Pediatric Dental Residency Program. Engages in the development of research activities. Professional responsibility for the delivery of dental care at MCHS. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements: Degree in Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor in Dental Surgery (DDS) with graduate or post-graduate degree in Pediatric Dentistry. Certified by an ADA-recognized certifying board. Active State of Florida License to practice dentistry. Proven hands-on medical management experience.   Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Able to provide expert dental care. Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with clients and co-workers. Effectively monitor and develop the abilities...

Description *This position is located in Fort Lauderdale Job Summary Plans, assesses, re-assess, implements, monitors, and evaluates the options and services required to meet the healthcare needs of the patients using the functions of Utilization Resource Management, Transition of Care, Discharge Planning, and Case Management in order to facilitate: (1) quality of patient care; (2) cost effective utilization and outcome management; (3) communication between patients, families, and members of the health care team; (4) expedition of the movement of patients through appropriate levels of care; 5) safe discharge. Assists with the identification of appropriate providers and facilities throughout the continuum of care, to ensure that resources of both Nicklaus Children's Health System and the patient are used in a timely and cost-effective manner to meet the healthcare needs. Job Specific Duties Coordinates medical DCP needs specific to pediatric patients...

Description Job Summary Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individual patient care on a nursing unit according to unit policies and procedures. Supports and upholds the Patient Bill of Rights. Practices under the supervision of the Manager/Director. Job Specific Duties Communicates the patient's progress including critical findings, changes in the patients' condition to the physician and/or disciplines involved in the care of the child. Plans, implements, and documents the plan of care in collaboration with other disciplines and services to assure safe and efficient care. Completes all nursing assessment of patients. Performs reassessments as per policy when there is a change in the plan of care or an intervention is performed. Provides basic nursing care such as feeding, bathing, changing diapers, may start IV, suctioning and repositioning for neonates. Responds to medical equipment in a timely manner....

Description Job Summary Dyad partner with the Neuroscience Institute Neuro Genetics' Program Medical Director MD and APRN, in developing, expanding, improving, and sustaining the program across the continuum at a recognized local, regional, and national Center of Excellence (COE) status. Responsible for the development, implementation, review and revision of Program standards, policies, procedures, and protocols. Builds Program structure to meet all selected accreditation and certification body(s) standards, national registry elements, and U.S. News and World Report standards to achieve top ranking. Supports the Programs clinical and treatment database, investigators activities, and multidisciplinary clinics. Delivers patient navigation across the continuum and lifespan. Job Specific Duties Serves as an active member of the Neuroscience Institute Leadership Team. Develops financial, growth, satisfaction, and clinical metrics to reflect performance of the...

Description Job Summary Responsible for the evaluation, re-evaluation, development, and implementation of a plan of care in accordance with the departmental policies/procedures and preferred practice patterns. Job Specific Duties Participates in interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary meetings and other related meetings that pertain to the care of specific patients. Maintains and documents productivity standards set by leaders. Records daily patient documentation, statistics, and charges accurately and in a timely manner as determined by meeting departmental standards. Ensures documentation reflects evidence based practices. Accountable to improve access to care for the patients we serve. Conducts and interprets evaluations based on patient's medical concerns, developmental age, diagnosis, and prognosis. Provides recommendations based on findings. Maintains active and supportive communication with the patient, caregiver(s),...

Description Job Summary Responsible for the care of injured patients transported by the LifeFlight Transport Program. Oversees the maintenance and upkeep of the ambulance and its equipment including responding to requests for transport with all of LifeFlight's ground vehicles, record keeping, data entry, and clerical support as assigned. Responsible for ongoing development of the LifeFlight program by attending and participating in meetings, in-services, committees, and taking on and completing projects. Accountable for driving the ambulances and performing ground only transportation of patients, whether this is for the critical care team or the single provider team. Job Specific Duties Administers ACLS/PALS medications and/or other medications as required per transport and Medical Director of the program. Assists with inter-facility and intra-facility transfers of patients and attends to personal needs of patients/families with each transport....

Description Job Summary The Assistant Nurse Manager of Critical Care assesses, plans, facilitates and evaluates the coordination of patient care according to unit/department policies and procedures. Provides clinical leadership, utilizes effective problem solving strategies and applies evidence based practice to improve patient care. Works under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director. Job Specific Duties Coordinates & continuously monitors patient flow, supports patient throughout utilizing appropriate resources from admission, transfer or discharge & facilitates the processes in a timely manner. Identifies clinical strengths & opportunities, re-assigns patient assignments to support clinical competency, coaches & mentors employees to improve performance & clinical outcomes. Flexes the employees to align with census fluctuations, collaborates with the Operations Administrators and Nursing Staff Office to meet hospital...

Description Job Summary The Neurology APRN works collaboratively with the Neurologist and other colleagues to provide comprehensive care to pediatric patients with neurologic concerns. The position requires a high degree of critical thinking and clinical expertise in working with pediatric patients in the outpatient setting. Directly provides clinical services to pediatric patients including but not limited to: performing and documenting history and physical examinations, interpreting pertinent patient data, writing routine orders for appropriate laboratory studies, x-rays and consultations, assisting in patient follow up, performing appropriate screening, ordering/prescribing medications, ordering and/or performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures within the established protocol and the APRN's scope of practice. The position will be a combination of inpatient consults and outpatient clinic visits. Reports to the Neurology APP Manager. Job Specific Duties...

Description Job Summary Responsible for the planning and delivery of care utilizing nursing processes, assessment, implementation and evaluation. Oversees the plan of care, utilizes effective problem solving strategies, and applies evidence based practice. Supports and upholds quality standards of a Magnet designated Hospital and Patient Bill of Rights. Practices under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director and has passion for learning, provides compassionate, and family centered care for Cardiac Care Center patients Job Specific Duties Ensures completion of patient admission history and prepares and accurately completes the discharge planning process accurately as per department and Hospital policies and procedures. Plans, implements, and documents the plan of care in collaboration with the other disciplines and services to assure safe and efficient care. Provides nursing care that includes IV site monitoring, specimen collection, and assists...

Description Job Summary: Operates all necessary equipment, performs all nuclear medicine procedures, produces diagnostic quality nuclear medicine images, and prepares and administers radiopharmaceutical doses. Follow all departmental radiation safety and ALARA policies as well as state and federal regulations for safe use of radioactive materials. Performs all required quality control procedures in accordance with state and departmental guidelines. Coordinates patient flow to maximize the use of the Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT scanners. Minimum Job Requirements: Florida State License in Nuclear Medicine - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment ARRT (NM) or CNMT certification required American Heart Association (AHA) BLS - must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Qualifications ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Measures radioactive dosage prescription for patient as per policy; records and monitors...

Description Job Summary The position is primarily a clinical position related to the diagnosis, treatment and clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary environment that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, clinical scientists and social workers. The position offers exposure to a mix of general and high acuity pediatric patients. The position also includes teaching and supervision of medical residents and provides opportunities to participate in research and publishing. Job Specific Duties Applies knowledge of growth and development in customer interactions and treatment. Continues to actively self-educate (i.e., reading journals, CME credits, NCH conferences, etc.). Coordinates and/or develops and delivers monthly inservices to meet staff and resident development needs. Coordinates follow-up of tests, lab studies, and patient follow-up phone calls. Directly provides clinical services to patients including,...

Description Job Summary Works alongside the Child Life team to assist the child and/or family in their adjustment to hospital, diagnosis, and/or treatment plan by providing pre/post procedural/surgical teachings, emotional support, developmentally appropriate play activities, distraction and support during painful procedures, and medical play to enhance understanding. Collaborates as a member of the interdisciplinary team to develop and administer an individualized plan of care, adhering to the professional standards of practice of the Child Life Council. Mentorship with leadership and/or Child Life team will be provided during the first year for an on-going orientation to organization, unit, and department. Job Specific Duties Assists the patient/family in their adjustment to the hospital, diagnosis, and/or treatment plan. Provides pre/post procedural and surgical teachings to patients and families. Offers emotional support, developmentally...

Description Job Summary Under general supervision, renders professional nursing care in accordance with physicians' treatment plans in order to provide for the comfort and well-being of patients. Assesses patients' condition, administers prescribed drugs, provides treatments, observes patients' progress, records pertinent observations and reports reaction to drugs and treatments. Assists physicians with examinations and prepares instruments and equipment for physicians' use. Coordinates care planning, collaborates with the clinical and medical staff, and educates patients and their family members on the procedure in a compassionate patient and family centered care environment. Supports and upholds quality standards of a Magnet designated hospital and Patient Bill of Rights. Job Specific Duties Completes all nursing multi-system assessment that includes head to toe, vitals, dressing changes, suction, feeding, bathing, and repositioning. Reviews...

Description Job Summary Prepares instruments, hooks-up, and monitors polygraphically recorded sleep studies. Responds to patient's needs and corrects equipment malfunctions. Minimum Job Requirements Minimum 2 years of experience doing sleep studies. CPR: Healthcare Provider - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment Qualifications Job Specific Duties: Assists in maintaining filing and storage systems for polygraphic recordings. Attends educational and departmental meetings and reviews material presented. Ensures safety and well-being of patients; summons appropriate personnel immediately if an emergency situation develops or if patient is in apparent distress; manages situation until it is resolved. Explains procedures to patients/families; maintains a comfortable and controlled environment in the laboratory. Performs MSLT, scores, and prints to the satisfaction of the Medical Director; prepares appropriate sleep...

Description *** Position requires flexible schedule: days and evenings, weekdays and/or weekends as needed to support*** Job Summary Oversees and provides behavioral individual and/or family therapy and healthcare services through the outpatient clinic. Job Specific Duties Acts as liaison and maintains contacts with other outside agencies for continuity of care. Completes an initial psychosocial evaluation including a DSM-V diagnosis, clinical observations and recommendations in the form of a treatment plan. Completes billing, documentation, and progress notes immediately /after each visit. Ensures documentation is reflective of the patients' treatment goals and patients' response to therapy. Informs Chief Psychologist of patient care concerns. Provides evidence based psychological intervention and assessment to patient and families. Submits required information for billing immediately after service provided and maintains organized...

Description Job Summary Provides routine patient care, under the direction of the RN. Performs observations, reports patients' conditions and provides teaching to families. Job Specific Duties Assists RN and LPN with state mandated screenings (vision, BMI, & oral health) in a timely and efficient manner. Ensures accuracy of documentation. Assists the nursing team with initial parent notification of referrals. Reviews health records; enters screening data and interventions in the student cumulative health record. Documents screening and student visits in Frontline (Trust repository) and NCH documentation systems. Ensures clinic is clean and orderly. Ensures clinic equipment and supplies are functional and organized and reports any problems related to equipment or physical environment to the nursing team. Performs First Aid within scope of practice for students seeking care in the health clinic. Maintains clinic inventory of supplies and...

Description Job Summary Supports the business solutions within the Epic Non-Clinical applications including but not limited to Scheduling, Registration, Charges, and Health Information Management. Assesses, plans, develops, designs, implements, enhances, maintains, and supports these solutions using a variety of technologies. Job Specific Duties Works on patient access related configuration changes and builds by maintaining industry and client standards ensuring build quality and timeline adherence as well as debugging and resolving any issues/defects. Translates user requirements into functional and technical design specifications and review with client(s) to ensure accuracy. Serve as a mentor/subject matter expert to local and client-based team members. Leads small to medium complexity Epic software upgrade initiatives or enhancements to workflows including the design, build, and test phases. Provides assigned on-site support...

Description Job Summary Evaluation of cognitive, developmental, behavioral, emotional, social deficits, and academic challenges. Works in the areas to include epilepsy, oncology, TBI, genetics, or neurocardiac programs with outpatient, inpatient, and clinic responsibilities. May participate in research protocols. Responsible for the supervision of interns and practicum students. Job Specific Duties Conduct comprehensive interviews to ascertain reason for referral, patient concerns, medical, and psychosocial history. Determine the necessity for additional evaluation and plan assessment tools. Select, administer, and score neuropsychological, developmental, and psychological test measures. Interpret assessment results based on understanding of brain-behavior relationships using available evidence-based approaches to cognitive development and current research. Prepare integrated neuropsychological reports using data from tests, self-report measures,...

Description Job Summary Acts as a leader and subject matter expert in all aspects of medication safety. Accountable for guiding the design, implementation, and maintenance of safe, standardized medication systems by working collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team. Works with the Patient Safety Officer, Director of Pharmacy and Director of Quality on system issues related to medication safety. Responsible for the development of a comprehensive medication safety program. Serves as the medication safety expert on system level and designated facility medication use system committees. Works with designated facilities and medication safety team to conduct process improvement activities based upon established metrics that support the organizational medication safety strategic plan. Works with the Patient Safety Officer and Director of Pharmacy on system issues related to medication safety. Job Specific Duties Monitors the external environment for...

Description Job Summary The position is primarily a clinical position related to the diagnosis, treatment and clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary environment that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, clinical scientists and social workers. The position offers exposure to a mix of general and high acuity pediatric patients. The position also includes teaching and supervision of medical residents and provides opportunities to participate in research and publishing. Job Specific Duties Applies knowledge of growth and development in customer interactions and treatment. Continues to actively self-educate (i.e., reading journals, CME credits, NCH conferences, etc.). Coordinates and/or develops and delivers monthly inservices to meet staff and resident development needs. Coordinates follow-up of tests, lab studies, and patient follow-up phone calls. Directly provides clinical services to patients including,...