Director of Pharmacy Standards Search: Send in Your Resume

Tenet Healthcare Corporation, through its subsidiaries, owns and operates acute care hospitals and numerous related health care services. Tenet's name reflects its core business philosophy: the importance of shared values among partners in providing a full spectrum of health care.Tenet's mission is to be recognized for the passion of our people and partners who provide quality, innovative care to the patients we serve in our communities. Our focus is on leadership, growth and philanthropy. It's a spirit you can experience first-hand and it's a philosophy that can enhance your own approach to health care, and your career goals. From the resources that go with being one of the largest investor-owned health care providers in the U.S., to our multiple locations coast to coast, one thing is clear - Tenet offers significant employment opportunities. So whatever you need to grow as a professional, we'll do our best to provide. All you need to bring is yourself!Job Description
Description
The Director of Pharmacy Standards for Applied Clinical Informatics is responsible for the Project planning, daily oversight of integration of Pharmacy informatics into clinical operations within the organization . This integration includes identification of requirements from an operational perspective, standardization of clinical systems and oversight of the clinical operational workflow components (workflow redesign) within the facilities. This role requires experience in clinical operations. In addition, it is critical the individual be familiar with Tenet internal operations to provide proper management of operational policies related to the selection of, standardization of, and introduction of new applications in Tenet facilities. Effective communication skills required to ensure clear understanding across all levels and entities involved, associated or vested in the project. Responsibilities include:
Ensure operational processes are integrated into the implementation of Pharmacy clinical systems within the facilities.
Ensure standardization of clinical applications following prescribed Tenet standards.
Collaborate with departments and with facilities in a manner providing increased operational effectiveness and satisfaction.
Develop effective working relationships between vendors, clinical quality staff, clinical informatics staff and Tenet facilities.Qualifications
Graduate of accredited pharmacy program. Bachelors degree preferred.
3-5 years Pharmacy Clinical Experience with progressive responsibilities in operations.
Experience in the utilization, management and implementation of informatics systems preferred.
Good leadership and management skills are required. Candidate must have a high level of self motivation, be a self starter and have the ability to multitask and work independently.
Candidate must have substantial knowledge of hospital clinical operations and management practices.
Candidate must have good managerial and organizational skills, be diplomatic, excel at conflict resolution and have the ability to work within a heavily matrixed organization.
A minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible related experience in operations.
Experience in:
Planning, organizing, monitoring, and leading the work activities of the project team
Proven ability to communicate with and understand the needs of internal and external clients.
Ability to mesh well with the existing management team by being a good listener, a team builder and advocate the Applied Clinical Informatics Philosophy.

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Best Children's Hospitals in California: Children's Hospital Los Angeles....

U.S. News & World Report has named five California hospitals as being among the nation's best in the magazine's first ranking of children's hospitals by specialty.

The magazine is highlighting the 30 top-ranked hospitals in cancer, digestive disorders, heart and heart surgery, neonatal care, neurology and neurosurgery, and respiratory disorders.

California has three facilities that make the list: Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, and UCSF Children's Hospital. They made the top 30 in all seven categories. As far as Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA is concerned, it made the top 30 in five categories: general pediatrics, cancer, digestive disorders, heart and heart surgery and neurology and neurosurgery. Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego was among the top 30 in neonatal care.

Is Nursing for You? Nursing Education and Nursing Resources

Find out whether you have a career in nursing.  Go to Registerednursestoday NursesWanted to find out whether you have it

Nurses in Education: How to Find Financial Aid for Students in Nursing

Get FinancIAL ASSISTANCE

Financial Aid Information for Prospective and Current Nursing Students
http://www.aacn.nche.edu/Education/finaid.htm

Information on Student Financial Aid from the US Department of Education
http://studentaid.ed.gov/students/publications/student_guide/index.html

Johnson & Johnson's Searchable Database of Scholarship Opportunities
http://www.discovernursing.com/scholarship_search.asp

Scholarship Information for Prospective Students of Nurse Anesthesia Programs
http://www.aana.com/foundation/scholarship.asp

Scholarship Information
http://www.nursingsociety.org/career/scholarships_opps.html

Student Nurse Scholarships
http://www.aorn.org/foundation/scholarshipstudent.htm


GENERAL INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS

Consider a Career in the OR as a Perioperative Nurse
http://www.aorn.org/Students/attnstudents.htm

Q & A about a Career in Nurse Anesthesia
http://www.aana.com/crna/careerqna.asp

Your Nursing Career: A Look at the Facts
http://www.aacn.nche.edu/education/Career.htm


SCHOOLS OF NURSING

Accredited Nurse Anesthesia Programs
http://www.aana.com/coa/accreditedprograms.asp

American Association of Colleges of Nursing's Links to Member Schools
http://www.aacn.nche.edu/Membership/Membdir.htm

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education's Accredited Nursing Programs
http://www.aacn.nche.edu/CCNE/reports/accprog.asp

Johnson & Johnson's Searchable Database of Nursing Programs
http://www.discovernursing.com/program_search.asp

Listing of Schools of Nursing
http://www.nursingsociety.org/education/schoolsUS.html

National League of Nurses' Directory of Accredited Nursing Programs
http://www.nlnac.org/Forms/directory_search.htm

Nursing Schools (U.S. and International)
http://www.nsna.org/career/nursing_schools.asp

Do you want to be a School Nurse? Here's what's needed

Nurses have been a part of the school setting since the late 1800’s when they provided student inspections to identify those with communicable diseases needing treatment. With the widespread use of antibiotics and vaccines to prevent common childhood diseases the role of the school nurse has evolved to a new level. 

Students with chronic diseases, mental health issues and high-risk behaviors have driven school nurses to gain expertise not only in public health but also in pediatric and mental health nursing. Additionally, the need for nursing services in the school setting increased with the passage of Public Health Law 94-142 in 1975, requiring the mainstreaming of physically and mentally challenged students into the general student population

A later version of P.L. 94-142, known also as the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), did not specifically fund school nurses, but a ruling by the Supreme Court in 1999 confirmed that nursing services were to be provided by the school district for students needing nursing care. Under IDEA regulations, school nurses provide nursing assessments for students in special education programs as well as deliver nursing services for students in need of procedures such as gastrostomy tube feedings, clean intermittent catheterizations, tracheostomy care, and others. 

Roles: 

The primary role of the school nurse is to support student learning. The nurse accomplishes this by implementing strategies that promote student and staff health and safety. The nurse takes a leadership role in serving as the coordinator of all school health programs in the following manner:

• Health Services -- serves as the coordinator of the health services program and provides nursing care
• Health Education -- provides health education to students, staff and parents
• Healthy Environment -- identifies health and safety concerns in the school environment and promotes a nurturing social environment
• Nutritional Services -- supports healthy food services programs
• Physical Education/Activity -- promotes healthy physical education, sports policies and practices
• Counseling -- provides health counseling, assesses mental health needs, provides interventions and refers students to appropriate school staff or community agencies
• Parent/Community Involvement -- promotes community involvement in assuring a healthy school, serves as school liaison to a health advisory committee.
• Staff Wellness -- provides health education and counseling, promote healthy activities and environment for school staff
  

As the health services expert, the school nurse serves as the health professional for the school community. Some of the services provided include: illness and injury assessments and interventions; health assessments and participation in development of Individualized Education Plan for students with special needs; pediatric nursing procedures such as gastrostomy tube feedings, tracheostomy care, and catheterization; screening for health factors impacting student learning; activities to promote health and prevent teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, tobacco, alcohol and substance use and abuse; chronic disease management and education, administering medications; crisis team participation; recommending health curricula and guidelines for school district health policies; and serving as a health care provider liaison between the school and community. 

Specialties:

School nursing is recognized as a specialty nursing area and has become more clearly defined with the development of standards of practice. Additionally, school nurses might further specialize their practice with a focus on children with special needs, early childhood programs, elementary or secondary age children, adolescents, or students with high-risk behaviors. Many states require school nurse certification either through the Department of Education or Health. National certification is available through a national board. 

Practice Settings:

School nurses practice in schools throughout the United States and overseas military bases in settings that include:

• Elementary schools
• Middle schools
• Junior High schools
• High schools, Alternative schools
• Private schools
• Parochial schools
• Pre-schools
• Vocational schools
  

Qualifications:

The National Association of School Nurses recommends that all school nurses have a minimum of a baccalaureate degree and achieve School Nurse Certification.

The school nurse needs expertise in pediatric, public health and mental health nursing and must possess strong health promotion, assessment, and referral skills. School nurses also need to have knowledge of laws in education and health care that impact children in the school setting. 

The school nurse works independently in the school setting to provide health care and education primarily to students and needs strong skills in critical thinking, decision-making, communication, individual and classroom education, and child advocacy. 

Education:

Many educators responsible for hiring nurses are not aware of the various levels of nursing preparation. Consequently nurses in the school setting range from LPNs to PhDs, many with practitioner training and/or licensing. The National Association of School Nurses recommends a minimum of baccalaureate preparation for school nurses. 

Salary Range:

In the1999-2000 school year, school nurses nationally earned salaries ranging between $20,000 and more than $70,000 across a range of job assignments. The majority of school nurses earn salaries between $28,000 and $49,000 based on a nine- month contract. 

Associations:

National Association of School Nurses
111 Cantril Street
Castle Rock, CO 80104
(303) 663-2329
FAX: (303) 663-0403
e-mail: nasn@nasn.org
Web site: www.nasn.org


American Public Health Association: School Nurse Section
800 I Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001-3710
(202) 777-2742
FAX: (202) 777-2534
Website: www.apha.org

Will There Be Enough Nurses for The Baby Boomers?

As interest in nursing careers continues to grow, nursing colleges and universities are struggling to expand programs and accommodate all qualified students. Over the past three years, thousands of would-be nurses have been turned away from nursing schools, primarily due to an insufficient number of faculty. To compound the problem, a wave of faculty retirements is expected over the next 10 years as competition for nurses with advanced degrees continues to grow.

Careers in Nursing: Nursing Resources and Links

careers in nursing education

Information about careers in nursing education, visit the following Web sites:

American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN)

www.aacn.nche.edu

American Nurses Association
www.ana.org

Nurses for a Healthier Tomorrow
www.nursesource.org

NurseZone.com
www.nursezone.com

Public Health Nurse Recruitment: California Nurses Needed

Fresno Native American Health Center

Public Health Nurse Recruitment

We are newer to the area, opening our doors in 2002. Currently we have a vacancy for a full and/or part-time public health nurse. We are a smaller non-profit organization and a great place to work (paid benefit package to include spouse, M-F schedule, and great flexibility).

Please contact with if you wish further information.

Erika Ireland, RD, CLC

Fresno Native American Health Center

3636 N. First Street, Suite 141

Fresno, CA 93726

telephone (559) 221-3686

fax (559) 221-3690 email: erikai@fresnonativehealth.org

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Registered Nurses Case Manager Position Available at Glendale Memorial Hospital

Location:
US-CA-Glendale
Phone:
Not Available
Base Pay:
N/A
Fax:
Not Available



Employee Type:
Full-Time Employee
Email:
Not Available
Industry:
Healthcare - Health Services
Ref ID:
43647
Manages Others:
No
Job Type:
Health CareManagementNurse
Req'd Education:
4 Year Degree
Req'd Experience:
At least 1 year(s)
Req'd Travel:
Not Specified
Relocation Covered:
No
Job Description
Shift: DAY Hours Per Pay Period: 80 Shift Hours: 8HOUR Facility: GLENDALE MEMORIAL HOSP & HC Facility Information: Glendale Memorial is a 334-bed regional medical center offering exceptional care that is both appreciated locally and recognized nationally. We are a vital resource to Glendale and its surrounding communities, and home to one of the top heart centers in the country, as ranked by Solucient. We invite you to join us, and experience incredible results in your career. Our outstanding benefits package includes 100% employer paid Medical Benefits for you and your family, including domestic partners. Also included is a 403 (b) plan with company match, tuition reimbursement and comprehensive dental and vision plans. We are conveniently located between the I-5, I-134 and I-2 freeways. To find out more, go to www.chwcareers.org/glendale. EOE POSITION The case manager is responsible for assessing patient needs by optimizing utilization of hospital resources by ensuring patients are directed to the appropriate level of care and meeting their discharge needs. Applies InterQual criteria to determine medical necessity and level of care. Works closely with the physicians and nursing staff to facilitate patient movement to the appropriate level of care. Provide appropriate linkages for patients to community resources. Collaborates with Social Worker colleagues to meet complex social and discharge planning needs. Requires a California RN license and a minimum of 1 year acute care experience. BSN, CCM preferred. ~CB~Position Description/Requirements: The case manager is responsible for assessing patient needs by optimizing utilization of hospital resources by ensuring patients are directed to the appropriate level of care and meeting their discharge needs. Applies InterQual criteria to determine medical necessity and level of care. Works closely with the physicians and nursing staff to facilitate patient movement to the appropriate level of care. Provide appropriate linkages for patients to community resources. Collaborates with Social Worker colleagues to meet complex social and discharge planning needs. Requires a California RN license and a minimum of 1 year acute care experience. BSN, CCM preferred. ~CB~

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