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About Alvernia University:Alvernia University was founded in 1958 by the Bernardine Sisters of the Third Order of St. Francis. Through its main campus in Reading and locations in Philadelphia and Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, the university serves 3,000 students of diverse backgrounds from around the country.&nbsp;Alvernia offers a unique blend of rigorous liberal arts core education for the development of the mind, strong technical training in many high-demand majors, experiential learning through study abroad and internship experiences, and engagement with the community through our Franciscan-based community service model. We call our model of transformational education the Alvernia Advantage, and we believe this style of education transforms students into ethical leaders with moral courage.&nbsp;Alvernia University ranks in the top 100 among 2021 Best Regional Universities in the North by U.S. News &amp; World Report, and we are recognized as a College of Distinction for our commitment to engaged experiential education.&nbsp;Job Summary:&nbsp;As a critical campus community member, the Healthcare Student Success Specialist will serve as a liaison for Alvernia-based healthcare partnerships. &nbsp;This is a Grant funded position. &nbsp;The Grant period ends August 30, 2025 and the position is expected to continue post grant with Alvernia University funding. This position will manage dual enrollment associate degree programs, monitor course scheduling and student registration, and assist with new student orientations. This position will also serve as an advisor to support adult and healthcare dual enrollment students navigating university resources. This position will practice data-driven outreach, proactive resource referral, and timely/holistic interventions to meet the needs of students. The position will work collaboratively with offices across the University (e.g. Academic departments, Registrar, Student Financial Services, Billing, Academic Support, etc.) to assist students. The position is based at the Pottsville College Towne campus and requires periodic travel to the Reading campus and partner facilities. &nbsp;Essential Functions:&nbsp;1. Promote Franciscan ideals and adherence to the Mission of the University as demonstrated by the University Ideal Characteristics. &nbsp;As we are an equal opportunity employer committed to Franciscan values, all employees share responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the performance of their roles while demonstrating service orientation, respect for all, intellectual curiosity, solution focus and innovation, and mutual accountability.&nbsp;2. Serve as administrative liaison to healthcare partners to align program requirements and course scheduling between Alvernia University and healthcare partner schools.&nbsp;3. Report to the Director of Student Success for GAE for advising duties and collaborating with the GAE Success team to ensure all GAE students are properly supported and have uniform experience while studying at Alvernia. &nbsp;4. Participate in new student orientations organized by healthcare partner schools and lead Alvernia’s new student orientations for this population on campus and/or virtually.&nbsp;5. Collaborate with Alvernia’s Chief Nursing Officer, Registrar’s Office, and Information Technology team to facilitate effective student onboarding, course scheduling, registration, and retention practices.&nbsp;6. Provide proactive advisement, coaching, and communication for continuing students.&nbsp;7. Complete other projects and duties as assigned.&nbsp;Qualifications/Education:&nbsp;1. Commitment to the mission statement, core values, and goals of Alvernia University.&nbsp;2. A bachelor’s degree is required; a healthcare-related degree is preferred.&nbsp;3. Demonstrated experience in healthcare systems and relationship management.&nbsp;4. Preferred background in academic advising in higher education. &nbsp;5. Excellent organization and communication skills.&nbsp;6. Self-directed and highly organized. &nbsp;7. Ability to work flexible hours, including weekend and evening hours. &nbsp;8. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database management with the ability to learn additional programs. &nbsp;Physical Requirements:&nbsp;1. Attendance is required to perform the duties of this job. &nbsp;2. Occasional nights and weekends are required for events or appointments on or off campus.&nbsp;3. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.&nbsp;4. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.&nbsp;

Alvernia University

Graduate & Adult Education Healthcare Student Success Specialist

<h4>How you will change lives</h4>As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients.&nbsp; The PCT will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Charge Nurse (CN) for patients with renal failure.What you'll be doingPatient care. &nbsp;You will work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include gathering patient stats before and after treatment, initiating treatment, monitoring patients during treatment, terminating treatment, and collecting patient blood samples per physician orders.Technician Duties. &nbsp;You will ensure quality comes first by preparing machines for hemodialysis treatments, cleaning and disinfecting machines after treatment, and conducting machine safety checks and logging results for quality control, ensuring all protocols and regulations are followed.Safety and Quality. &nbsp;You will use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you will adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state/federal laws and regulations. You will participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings. PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN STATE SPECIFIC BOARD OF NURSING REQUIREMENTS California<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) certificate from California Department of Public Health (CDPH) at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of California as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain California state certification (CHT) within six (6) weeks of successful completion of training program. </li></ul>Maryland<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Nursing Assistants -- Dialysis Technicians (CNA-DT) certificate from Maryland Board of Nursing OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Maryland as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain Maryland CNA-DT certificate within three (3) months from date of hire OR</li><li>Out-of-state applicant must have active BONENT certification and provide proof of initial application for CNA-DT certification.</li></ul>New Mexico<ul><li>Must have New Mexico dialysis technician certificate at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of New Mexico as an approved dialysis technician training program and obtain New Mexico state certification within six (6) months of successful completion of training program OR</li><li>New Mexico certification of hemodialysis technician is required for out of state applicant with active state or national hemodialysis certification; must obtain New Mexico state certification prior to working as a Certified Hemodialysis Technician. </li><li>After January 1st, 2024, all initial applications for the certified hemodialysis technician will require a national hemodialysis technician certificate.</li><li>The applicant must submit proof of a valid national hemodialysis technician certificate from a recognized organization.</li><li>Hemodialysis technician students must have a current basic life support credential prior to and while the student has contact with patients</li></ul>OHIO<ul><li>Must have Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate at time of hire OR</li><li>Hired at USRC location recognized by state of Ohio as an approved dialysis technician training program and submit application for Ohio dialysis technician intern certificate to board no later than four (4) weeks prior to completion of the approved training program.</li><li>Must obtain Ohio Board of Nursing Certificate (OCDT) not less than twelve (12) months and not later than eighteen (18) months of enrolling in the USRC OCDT program.</li></ul>OREGON<ul><li>Must possess current Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division at time of hire OR</li><li>Must obtain Oregon dialysis technician provisional certificate within three (3) weeks of successful completion of training program and obtain Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHDT) certificate from Oregon Public Health Division within eighteen (18) months. An Oregon Provisional Certification is valid for six months and can be renewed for one additional six month period.</li></ul>&nbsp;

U.S. Renal Care

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

<h4>How you'll change lives</h4>As a Registered Nurse (RN) at US Renal Care, you'll be an integral part of a cross-functional team, working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and assisting and supervising Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to care for patients living with kidney disease.<h4>What you'll be doing</h4>Patient care. You'll work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include completing and documenting physical assessments before and after treatments and monitoring patients during treatment. You'll ensure quality renal care by completing monthly reviews of patient medication profiles and administering medications according to physician orders. Teamwork. You'll be a critical member of an interdisciplinary team to provide all required patient assessment and care planning activities. You'll also make sure center staffing requirements are met at all times under the direction of the Administrator and according to state regulations for staffing ratios.Safety &amp; Quality. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you'll adhere to all company policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations. You'll participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.

Dialysis Registered Nurse

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties and tasks may be assigned.<ul><li>Demonstrate effective use of supplies and staff labor hours.</li><li> May assist with billing log preparation and updates.</li><li>Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or operational needs of the clinic</li><li> Obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis as required to complete physician orders.</li><li> Complete and document monthly review of patient medication profiles.</li><li>Knowledge of and comply with applicable health care professionals practice act requirements.</li><li>Perform duties at all times under the supervision of a Charge Nurse and within limitations established by and in accordance with company policy and procedures, applicable state and federal laws and regulations</li><li>Maintain thorough, accurate, and appropriate documentation in the patient record of all treatments, activities, and communication with the patient, physician and other healthcare professionals to include progress reports.</li><li>Report any significant information or change in patient condition to the Charge Nurse.</li><li> Report machine problems to Biomedical Technician and Administrator.</li><li> Participate in staff meetings as required. Attend in-service and continuing education offerings in compliance with company policy and procedure.</li><li>Assist with staff training as requested.</li></ul>

Dialysis Licensed Practical Nurse

Want to make a difference in the life of a young person? As a Student Assistance Program Specialist at Caron, you’ll join a diverse team of over 75 behavioral health professionals and educators. &nbsp;Our Specialists provide services to kids K-12, as well as college students and even athletes.This position is rooted at the very heart of our communities. You’ll work on-site at local schools and child serving agencies to provide the behavioral health support young people need, from prevention of high-risk behaviors to intervention services related to substance use and mental health concerns. Working in collaboration with the school professionals and parents is a primary aspect of the position, and our goal is to build resilience for the young people we work with.This position offers a full-time, seasonal work schedule.&nbsp; We offer work hours within a traditional school-year schedule, meaning your summers are free. &nbsp;&nbsp;Applicants should possess at least one year of experience working with youth in an educational or public health setting, and a solid understanding of the effects substance use, including nicotine, has on their development.DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:&nbsp;<ul><li>Provide consultation, assessment&nbsp; case management and referral for students identified by the student assistance teams in each individual school when needed.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Provide technical assistance (i.e. Team Maintenance session’s etc.) to all school SAP teams requesting such.&nbsp;</li><li>Facilitate entrance to treatment programs for students and school districts when needed.&nbsp;</li><li>Deliver&nbsp;Project CONNECT&nbsp;and approved student assistance curriculums to schools and other agencies when requested. This delivery involves group, individual, classroom and assembly facilitation.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide in-services on alcohol, tobacco and other drugs to faculty or agency staff when requested.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide parent education on alcohol, tobacco and other drugs when requested.&nbsp;</li><li>Participate in staff meetings and report progress as well as areas of concern.&nbsp;</li><li>Complete all documentation&nbsp;(i.e. KIT entries, reporting etc.)&nbsp;&nbsp;and submit to supervisor.&nbsp;</li><li>Market and promote programs to all schools as requested by supervisor.&nbsp;</li><li>This job description reflects management’s assignments of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the task that may be assigned.&nbsp;</li></ul>PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:<ul><li>The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.&nbsp;</li><li>Must be able to present to audiences in large and small group settings, which may&nbsp;require&nbsp;long periods of time and be of multiple presentations.&nbsp;</li><li>Must be able to work extended hours and travel as needed.&nbsp;</li><li>Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.&nbsp;</li></ul>EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE&nbsp;QUALIFICATIONS:&nbsp;&nbsp;<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in human service, social work and/or education or related field required.&nbsp;</li><li>A minimum of 1 year working with adolescents preferably in a school-based or public health setting.&nbsp;</li><li>Education related to adolescent development and chemical dependency.&nbsp;</li><li>Completion of the&nbsp;Project CONNECT Facilitator Training, upon hire when deemed appropriate.&nbsp;</li><li>Completion of Caron’s Commonwealth Approved Student Assistance Program training, upon hire when deemed appropriate.&nbsp;</li><li>To complete other trainings as assigned such as Life Skills, and PATHS.&nbsp;</li><li>If in recovery,&nbsp;2&nbsp;years of uninterrupted sobriety preferred.&nbsp;</li></ul>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:&nbsp;<ul><li>Effective communication skills including interactive public speaking and active listening skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Computer literate and able to work with Microsoft products and its network components.&nbsp;</li><li>Fluid communication skills that foster teamwork and high morale.&nbsp; Further, must be able to promote services in the media such as radio, print and television.&nbsp;</li><li>Must be familiar with and be able to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of various 12-step fellowships, upon hire.&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of adolescent development.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong presentation and group facilitation skills.&nbsp;</li><li>Strong knowledge of chemical dependency, and tobacco cessation and the impact of this on school-based services.&nbsp;</li></ul>

Caron Treatment Centers

Behavioral Health Specialist - Lancaster County

Position PurposeUnder the supervision of the Director of Health Services (DHS), the Medical Administrative Assistant (MAA) is responsible for all aspects of providing support to the Health Services Department. Under the guidance of the DHS, the MAA provides critical expertise in verifying student insurance information and ensuring completion of clerical duties to the health services department.&nbsp;The ability to communicate and relate to both staff and students is essential.&nbsp;Essential Roles and ResponsibilitiesPatient Care<ol><li>Monitor and verify active status for student current insurance through available insurance portals and verification tools.</li><li>Communicate status of and assist students with insurance issues</li><li>Maintain electronic documentation of administrative interactions with students</li><li>Create and maintain student charts</li><li>Scan and file medical documentation</li><li>Assist Director of Health Services with in-processing of new students&nbsp;</li><li>Assist with maintaining accurate current health history documentation&nbsp;</li></ol>Administrative/Professional<ol><li>Ensure HIPAA and FERPA compliance in accordance with college policy</li><li>Support Health Services Policies and Procedures</li><li>Ensure students are informed of and follow appropriate health services etiquette&nbsp;</li><li>Assist Director of Health Services hosting flu shot clinic and new student physicals annually</li><li>Assist in monitoring and stocking medical inventory</li><li>Effectively communicate with students and faculty through email</li><li>Work cohesively with the Director of Health Services to provide efficient and effective care&nbsp;</li><li>Make copies and ensure issued medical forms are accurate and up to date</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ol>Qualifications (Skills and Abilities Required)<ol><li>Comprehensive knowledge of how insurance companies work and the ability to navigate various insurance verification and troubleshooting processes</li><li>Ability to navigate the internet</li><li>Strong oral and written communication skills</li><li>Knowledge of various state insurance regulations (preferred)</li><li>Proficiency in Excel (preferred)</li></ol>Working ConditionsSome lifting of supply orders is required, although if assistance is needed, it can be provided upon request.&nbsp;Other DutiesPlease note this position (job) description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position (job).&nbsp; Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Additional DutyManaging the Williamson’sStudent Clothes Closet approximately 5 hours a week. This would entail collection, organizing and maintaining men’s dress clothes donations to the college, ensuring the shop space is clean and orderly. Oversight would include checking clothing for wearability, ironing and/or sending items for dry cleaning, and providing time for students in need of additional dress clothes to “shop”.&nbsp; This opportunity is fairly flexible throughout the week and would not interfere with the primary duties listed above.

Williamson College of the Trades

Medical Administrative Assistant

Full time - evening or day shift!Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assume the charge nurse role if applicable and/or unit nurse role by:</li><li>Receiving and giving accurate and thorough shift reports</li><li>Keeping the physicians informed of patient’s conditions, change of conditions, LOC and triage information and needs</li><li>Correctly entering and taking off physician orders</li><li>Oversight of the care of patients by auxiliary personnel</li><li>Organizing and delegating patient care activities</li><li>Monitoring and/or performing diagnostic screening tests as ordered by physician</li><li>Providing thorough and accurate patient information during shift exchange for end of shift report</li><li>Assess individual patient care needs, initiate medical treatment plan and competently implement/instruct all care in the appropriate nursing practice to all staff.</li><li>Serve as a resource to treatment team members.</li><li>Perform nursing assessments, LOC, and review patient histories to document all necessary information in the Electronic Medical Record on all patients admitted to Caron.</li><li>Prepare patients for examinations: height/weight, vitals, collect and process lab specimens including UDS, UA, Chem Sticks, etc. following proper infection control procedures.</li><li>Utilize safe and effective practices of medication management as defined by policy including the oversight of self-administration observation of medication.</li><li>Administer and monitor the effects of medications, ensure accurate medication is ordered and administered for controlled substances and conduct accurate med counts.</li><li>Provide appropriate patient education as determined by patient assessments/needs and treatment plans.</li><li>Conduct 14-day, 25-day and PRN meetings with patients for assigned units when in unit nurse role.</li><li>Monitor and/or perform withdrawal assessments and appropriately implement/instruct the necessary nursing interventions.</li><li>Accurately and thoroughly document in the medical record utilizing approved medical record language and abbreviations adhering to the medical record policies and procedures.</li><li>Schedule all patient appointments related to their medical treatment.</li><li>Work a flexible schedule based upon service demands and work mandatory overtime as needed.</li><li>Attend all mandatory trainings as identified by Caron policies.</li><li>Attend multi-disciplinary treatment team meetings when in unit nurse role.</li><li>Maintain the quality control logs.</li><li>Provide support services for patient care issues to staff at other Caron facilities.</li><li>Maintain adequate staffing for each shift.</li><li>Ensure the highest level of professionalism for self and staff and maintain a clean and organized work environment.</li><li>Complete yearly training requirements and mentor new employees.</li><li>This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.</li></ul>Physical Requirements:The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.&nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>Lifting: up to 50 pounds on occasion.</li><li>Standing: up to several hours at a time, this may include walking, climbing steps, and descending steps.</li><li>Walking: must be able to ambulate throughout the assigned facilities on campus or Caron properties.</li><li>Sitting: up to several hours at a time for data entry into the computer or medical record documentation.</li></ul>EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:<ul><li>Currently licensed as RN in Pennsylvania.</li><li>Current Certified Addiction Registered Nurse (CARN) certification preferred.</li><li>1-3 years’ experience working as an RN preferably in ER, acute care or mental health setting</li><li>Current CPR/First Aid training/certification.</li><li>21 years of age or older is required</li><li>Requires a current, valid, unrestricted driver’s license</li><li>Two years continuous sobriety preferred if in recovery.</li><li>Previous hospital/chemical dependency rehabilitation treatment program experience desired.</li><li>Possess a working knowledge of addictions with age specific patient populations preferred.</li><li>Working knowledge of electronic medical record and charting.</li></ul>#IND102

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