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REGISTERED PROF NURSE V (EMERGENCY) #59228 (KAUAI -KR292)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: December 8, 2020

JOB STATUS:  Temporary without Benefits (1.0 FTE)

SALARY: $53.32/hour (SR23)

JOB LOCATION:  Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

EDUCATION LEVEL: 2-Year Degree

FUNCTION: This position is located in the Emergency Department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH).  KVMH is part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The Emergency Department provides nursing and first aid to patients brought in on emergencies; assists the physician in the examination and treatment of patients; prepares and maintains records of all emergency cases; and arranges admittance to the hospital for those who need it, and provides for preoperative and postoperative patients for outpatient surgery.

The primary function of this position is to assume the 24-hour accountability for the management and direction of the Emergency Department, Nursing Services to ensure the provision of optimal care for patients addressing the individualized age-appropriate care needs of patients. This position is responsible to assure the assessing and evaluating of the patients’ immediate and long-term needs in an appropriate and professional manner and developing and implementing care plans based on those needs. Incumbent must be able to carry out nursing procedures, as well as delegate to staff those techniques requiring a high degree of skill and current knowledge. Position may be subject to rotating shifts and may be required to work on holidays and weekends. Position reports to the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), or its designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education Requirement: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

License Requirement: Valid license to practice as a registered professional nurse in the State of Hawai’i.

Experience Requirement: One and one-half (1 1/2) years of professional nursing experience, of which one year must have been comparable to Registered Professional Nurse III in State service, where applicant independently provided nursing care to patients in a clinic, hospital or institution.

Supervisory Experience Requirement: One-half  (1/2) year of professional supervisory experience which included: (1) planning and directing the work of others; (2) assigning and reviewing their work; (3) advising them on difficult problem areas; (4) timing and scheduling their work; and (5) training and developing employees.

Select Certification: Five (5) years of combined experience in Emergency services, and/or certification in specialty preferred.

Certifications: BLS & ACLS certification required at appointment of hire.

DESIRED SKILLS

Knowledge of: Nursing theory and practice, technique and procedures; biological, physical, social, and medicinal sciences as related to the nursing theory and practice; nursing techniques and procedures; nursing literature and current trends and developments in nursing hospital/institution nursing programs and current trends and procedures necessary for their implementation.

Skills & Abilities: Apply nursing theory and practice planning and giving nursing care; recognize, interpret, and evaluate symptoms of patients’ conditions and take appropriate action, to establish and maintain good relationships with hospital personnel, medical staff, and the general public; direct the work of nursing assistants; prepare comprehensive nursing diagnosis and nursing care plans; plan and schedule the work of others; present nursing education programs; learn the principles and practices of supervision; demonstrate leadership abilities; work under stressful situations; and possess good oral and written communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

Physical Demands

  • Moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.)
  • Occasional prolonged standing/walking
  • Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients
  • Occasionally lifts supplies/equipment
  • Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching

Vision Requirements

  • Accommodation: ability to adjust vision to bring objects into focus.

Working Conditions

  • May be exposed to infections and contagious diseases
  • Regularly exposed to the risk of bloodborne diseases
  • Subject to hazards of flammable, explosive gases
  • Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit elements
  • Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances
  • Exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, illness, injury, and death)

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CLINIC RECEPTIONIST I #59227 (KAUAI -KR291)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: December 8, 2020

JOB STATUS:  Permanent/Full-Time

SALARY: $3,047/month (SR11) *updated on 01/01/2021*

JOB LOCATION:  HHSC The Clinic at Waimea – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION: This position is located in The Clinic at Waimea of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region, which also consist of The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalaheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalaheo, The Clinic at Po’ipu, The Specialty Clinic at Kapa’a, and Urgent Care at Po’ipu. KVMH, SMMH, and Kaua’i Region Clinics are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i, operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The Clinic Receptionist Iwelcomes patients to the clinic or outpatient services unit; interviews patients or accompanying parties to obtain required data; inputs information into computer system; schedule appointments, diagnostic studies, outpatient procedures and referrals; performs a variety of fiscal record keeping and clerical services; prepares, collects, files, and maintains patient medical records; types and maintains related records; and performs other duties as required. The Clinic Receptionist will be subject to work on weekends and float to any clinic site as needed. Position will be supervised by the Clinic Administrative Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education: Graduation from High School preferred.

General Experience: Two (2) years experience of responsible typing, stenographic, substantive clerical work, or any combination of these experiences which duties demonstrated knowledge of English grammar, spelling, arithmetic, common office appliances and equipment; and the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, carry out procedures in clerical work systems, speak and write simply and directly, observe differences in copy and proofread words and numbers quickly and accurately, and operate various kinds of office equipment; and ability to deal effectively with others in eliciting information and providing service.

Substitution: An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for all of the General Experience required.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of: Office practices and procedures; grammar, spelling, punctuation and work usage; use of standard office machines; techniques of interviewing others to obtain pertinent information.

Ability to: Make arithmetic computations; compare names and numbers rapidly and accurately; utilize pagers and overhead paging system, teleprocessing terminal, file materials numerically and alphabetically; follow oral and written instructions; deal tactfully and effectively with the public; work harmoniously with others; understand, explain and apply policies, procedures, rules and regulations pertinent to patients receiving clinic medical care; keep matters confidential; interview others to obtain pertinent information.

Certification: None required.

License: None Required.

PHYSICAL /MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Disabilities in these or other areas will not automatically result in disqualification. Those applicants who demonstrate that they are capable of performing the essential functions of the position will not be disqualified under this section. Any condition, which would cause applicants to be a hazard to themselves or others, is cause for disqualification.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

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CLINIC RECEPTIONIST I #56573 (KAUAI -KR290)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: December 8, 2020

JOB STATUS:  Permanent/Full-Time

SALARY: $3,047/month (SR11) *updated on 01/01/2021*

JOB LOCATION:  HHSC The Clinic at Waimea – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION: This position is located in The Clinic at Waimea of Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region, which also consist of The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalaheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalaheo, The Clinic at Po’ipu, The Specialty Clinic at Kapa’a, and Urgent Care at Po’ipu. KVMH, SMMH, and Kaua’i Region Clinics are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii, operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The Clinic Receptionist I welcomes patients to the clinic or outpatient services unit; interviews patients or accompanying parties to obtain required data; inputs information into computer system; schedule appointments, diagnostic studies, outpatient procedures and referrals; performs a variety of fiscal record keeping and clerical services; prepares, collects, files, and maintains patient medical records; types and maintains related records; and performs other duties as required. The Clinic Receptionist will be subject to work on weekends and float to any clinic site as needed. Position will be supervised by the Clinic Administrative Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education: Graduation from High School preferred.

General Experience: Two (2) years experience of responsible typing, stenographic, substantive clerical work, or any combination of these experiences which duties demonstrated knowledge of English grammar, spelling, arithmetic, common office appliances and equipment; and the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, carry out procedures in clerical work systems, speak and write simply and directly, observe differences in copy and proofread words and numbers quickly and accurately, and operate various kinds of office equipment; and ability to deal effectively with others in eliciting information and providing service.

Substitution: An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for all of the General Experience required.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of: Office practices and procedures; grammar, spelling, punctuation and work usage; use of standard office machines; techniques of interviewing others to obtain pertinent information.

Ability to: Make arithmetic computations; compare names and numbers rapidly and accurately; utilize pagers and overhead paging system, teleprocessing terminal, file materials numerically and alphabetically; follow oral and written instructions; deal tactfully and effectively with the public; work harmoniously with others; understand, explain and apply policies, procedures, rules and regulations pertinent to patients receiving clinic medical care; keep matters confidential; interview others to obtain pertinent information.

Certification: None required.

License: None Required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Disabilities in these or other areas will not automatically result in disqualification. Those applicants who demonstrate that they are capable of performing the essential functions of the position will not be disqualified under this section. Any condition, which would cause applicants to be a hazard to themselves or others, is cause for disqualification.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

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PATIENT ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE II #59226 (KAUAI -KR289)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: December 02, 2020

JOB STATUS:  Temporary without Benefits (1.0 FTE)

SALARY: $19.01/hour (SR13) *updated 01/01/2021*

JOB LOCATION:  Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION: This position is located in the Patient Financial Services Department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital is part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The Patient Account Representative II is responsible to perform clerical duties in connection with revenue cycle activities involving Kaua’i Region accounts by submitting clean/accurate claims to third party payors, following up on outstanding /aged claims, investigating claim denials/problem accounts, communicate with guarantors, and other duties as assigned. Position may require work on weekends and reports directly to the Patient Account Representative IV.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education Requirement:  High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience Requirement:

General Experience: Two (2) years of work experience performing typing, stenographic, clerical work, cashiering, data input, customer service skills or any combination of these experiences which duties demonstrated knowledge of English grammar, spelling, arithmetic, standard office equipment; and the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, carry out procedures in clerical work systems, speak and write simply and directly, observe differences in copy and proofread words and numbers quickly and accurately, and operate various kinds of office equipment; and ability to deal effectively with others in eliciting information and providing service.

Specialized Experience: One (1) year of work experience performing medical billing and collections in a hospital, long term care facility, outpatient clinic or clinic setting; interviewing patients and/or responsible persons to secure financial information, arranging for method of payment and extension of credit, and determining financial status; reviewing accounts for delinquent payments and contacting payer to seek payment.

Certification: None.

Licensure: None.

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Medical Revenue Cycle methodology; principles and techniques of interviewing; and office practices and procedures.

Ability to: Collect, organize and evaluate facts; be tactful and objective in interviewing and dealing with people; present information clearly and comprehensibly both orally and in writing; appreciate the effect of the work on the well being of the patient; and learn the laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures connected with the position.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN – FULL PERFORMANCE #59224 (KAUAI -KR287)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: December 02, 2020

JOB STATUS:  Temporary WITHOUT Benefits (0.5 FTE)

SALARY: $21.47/hour (HE06 ; BU10)

JOB LOCATION: Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION: This position is located in the Pharmacy Department of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). KVMH, Samuel Mahelona and the Kaua’i Region Clinics are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii, operating statewide.

The Pharmacy Technician will be responsible to assist the Pharmacists in providing pharmaceutical services in accordance with established procedures and methods including charting/charging reconciliation on all patients daily, addressing issues to the attention of the Pharmacists, ordering medication, inventory receiving, and answering telephone calls and triage to the appropriate person. In addition, this position will perform daily stocking/removal of outdated medications from automated dispensing machines throughout the hospital; assist the Surgery/Operating Room Department with endoscopy tray deliveries and restocking; conduct monthly medication inspections; submits weekly narcotic dispense reports to the State Narcotics Enforcement; repackaging medication for unit dose/dispense home use and other duties as assigned.

This position may be required to work on rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.  The Pharmacy Technician will report directly to the Regional Director of Pharmacy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hours.

Education: High School diploma preferred.

Experience:

One (1) year of work experience in a pharmacy setting (i.e., community pharmacy, hospitals, other medical institutions) which provided basic knowledge of pharmaceutical nomenclature; pharmaceutical system of weights and measures (e.g., milligrams, milliliters, cubic centimeters, etc.); commonly used pharmaceutical preparations used in the treatment of illnesses; dosage requirements; storage requirements; routes of drug administration; and practices and procedures employed in filling pharmacy prescriptions; and the ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division); and transcribe accurate medication profiles.

One (1) year of work experience assisting a licensed pharmacist in a hospital which required receiving and reading prescription and medication orders from physicians; performing arithmetic computations to determine proper measurements/quantities of pharmaceutical components required; measuring, counting, packaging, and labeling items and arranging them for final professional review. The work experience must have demonstrated a knowledge of commonly used pharmaceutical preparations used in the treatment of illnesses, dosage requirements, dosage forms, storage requirements; experience in receiving and reading requisitions from pharmacists; measuring, counting, packaging, and labeling items; aseptic techniques; routes of drug administration; pharmaceutical nomenclature; pharmaceutical system of weights and measures; procedures and operations relating to aseptic compounding and sterile compounding; arranging medication for final professional review; maintaining accurate inventory records; State and Federal pharmacy regulations; applicable hospital/unit policies and procedures; and the ability to provide pharmaceutical services in accordance with established procedures and methods; measure drug doses accurately; maintain records and prepare reports; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Substitutions:

Successful completion of a pharmacy technician program from an accredited school and/or a Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification issued by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) may be substituted for six (6) months of experience.

Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college or university may be substituted for all of the experience required for the full performance level.

Certifications:

Certification of Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) issued by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) preferred.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.

Desirable Qualifications: Ability to learn quickly; be a “team player” and get along well with others; be self-motivated; use a computer to enter and retrieve data; good memory; and be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Disabilities in these or other areas will not automatically result in disqualification. Those applicants who demonstrate that they are capable of performing the essential functions of the positions will not be disqualified under this section.

Mental/Emotional Requirements:  All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:  COVID-19 vaccination is a condition of employment for Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.  After receiving a conditional offer of employment, all prospective new HHSC employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.  New employees are required to provide confirmation of their full vaccination status by presenting their CDC vaccination card or VAMS Certificate prior to their start date.

PURCHASING TECHNICIAN II #59223 (KAUAI -KR285)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: December 02, 2020

JOB STATUS:  Temporary without Benefits (1.0 FTE)

SALARY:  $18.38/hour (SR13)

JOB LOCATION: HHSC Kaua’i Region – KVMH & SMMH

FUNCTION: This position is located in the Materials Management Department of Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH) and Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH). KVMH and SMMH are part of the Kauai Region, Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii, operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

Primary purpose of this position is to purchase a wide variety of goods, equipment, supplies, materials, etc. for the Kauai Region, where the nature of the purchases made requires substantial use of written requests for quotations or the preparation of specifications for routine formally advertised purchases. This position will be responsible for the actual purchase, lease, or rent of supplies, materials, equipment, services, etc., for the Kauai region through such means as purchase order, petty cash, or charge accounts in addition to certifying/verifying the receipt of the purchased items and follow up on problems with orders, such as shortages, overages, damages, or items that do not meet specifications and obtain credit memoranda or other restitution form the vendor.

As this position is located in offices, warehouses and both large and small storerooms, travel is required to and from different facilities within the region (KVMH or SMMH) on a daily basis as directed. The Purchasing Technician II reports to the Materials Management Specialist III.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hours.

Education: High School diploma preferred.

Licensure: Valid State of Hawai’i driver’s license required.

Experience Requirements:

General Experience: Two (2) years of responsible work experience which demonstrates the ability to request information form others and to explain procedural requirements orally and in writing and which demonstrates experience in preparing and submitting requisitions for purchasing where the work involves all aspects of the following; gathering information regarding the desired product and alternatives by gathering brochures and discussing requirements with requestors and vendors; obtaining information regarding prices and/or obtaining quotations; writing up the requisition for submittal for purchasing and which demonstrates an understanding of purchasing policies, procedures, and requirements.

Specialized Experience: One (1) year of responsible work experience in the purchasing of supplies, materials, and equipment, and/or services which demonstrates a knowledge of the methods and procedures of purchasing and which provides familiarity with regular business and trade practices in buying and selling, such as selling terms, conditions, discounts, delivery scheduling, packing, packing practices, various commercial sources of supply and comparative prices for a variety of goods and/or services. The experience must further have demonstrated the ability to use purchasing reference materials and to work effectively with requestors in clarifying and identifying the nature of goods and/or services required. Regarding vendors, to explain and clarify purchasing requirements and practices and to solve problems.

Certification: None required.

DESIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of government purchasing statues, and principles. General knowledge and experience of computers. Knowledge of purchasing programs, inventory control programs, Microsoft Word. Excel is highly recommended.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds, manual dexterity and mobility; field of vision; ability to see peripherally; temperature changes: variations in temperature from hot to cold; noise to cause distraction; may be exposed to infections and contagious diseases, i.e., TB, AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to disgruntled or hostile and upset customers, vendors and personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances.

May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals; subject to many interruptions and individuals who want answers immediately. Must have ability to communicate tactfully and listen carefully. Communicates with nurses, vendors, suppliers, and corporate personnel.

Physical Requirements: Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

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REGISTERED PROF NURSE III (SURGERY) #20755 (KAUAI -KR284)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: December 2, 2020

JOB STATUS:  Permanent/Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

SALARY: $8,061.00/month (SR20/BU09)

JOB LOCATION:  Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kauai, HI

FUNCTION: This position is located in the Surgery/Recovery Department of Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). KVMH is part of the Kauai Region, Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii operating 12 facilities statewide.

Primary functions of this position will be responsible to provide direct nursing services for all surgical procedures within a sterile, sanitary environment for the performance of surgical operations; ensures proper protocols of preoperative requisites of the hospital and medical staff are properly carried out; in addition to oversee, provide, and meet the individualized age appropriate nursing care needs of the pedicatric, adults and geriatric patient populations. Although assigned to the Surgery/Recovery Department, in the event there are no patients in the unit, this position may be assigned to various units within the Nursing Services and may require cross training and floating as assigned. Position is also subject to a combination of 12 and 8-hour shifts as well as providing work on standby, weekends, and/or holidays.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education Requirement:  Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

License Requirement:  License to practice as registered professional nurse in the State of Hawaii. Applicants must submit evidence of current Hawaii RN licensure (a copy of valid license) at the time of appointment.

Experience Requirement: Six (6) months of responsible professional nursing experience.

Substitution: Possession of a master’s degree from an accredited college or university school of nursing may be substituted for the six (6) months of required experience.

Selective Certification Requirement: Six (6) months of professional nursing experience in the operating/recovery room department.

Certification Requirement: Applicants are required to provide current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) in Health Care Provider (adult, child and infant), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification at the time of hire.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIRED

Knowledge of: Nursing theory and practice; biological, physical, social and medicinal sciences as related to nursing theory and practice; nursing techniques and procedures; nursing literature and current trends and developments in nursing.

Ability to: Apply nursing theory and practices to planning and giving nursing care; recognize, interpret and evaluate symptoms of patient’s condition and take appropriate action; direct the work of nursing assistants; work effectively and cooperatively with patients, family members, medical staff and employees.

 

HOSPITAL ENVIRONMENT OF CARE/SAFETY OFFICER I #59222 (KAUAI -KR280)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: November 19, 2020

JOB STATUS: Permanent/Full-Time

SALARY: $3,635.00/month (BU13/SR16)

JOB LOCATION: HHSC Kauai Region (KVMH, SMMH, & Kauai Region Clinics)

FUNCTION: This position is located in the Quality Services department of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kauai Region. Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and The Kauai Region Clinics are part of the Kauai Region, Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii, operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

Also known as the Regional Safety Officer, this position is primarily responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of Kauai Region’s Safety Program to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors and employees.  

The Hospital Environment of Care/Safety Officer I will serve in the trainee capacity, receiving formal and on-the-job training in the principles, concepts, work processed, regulations, and of Hospital Environment of Care and safety Program activities. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Life Safety Codes, Environment of Care (EOC) Disaster preparation and all other federal, state and local regulatory compliance programs observed by health care organizations. Position requires travel to and from facilities within the Kauai Region on a regular basis and will report directly to the Regional Chief Quality Officer or its designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university.

Excess work experience of the type and quality described below or progressively responsible professional work experience which provided knowledge, skills and abilities equivalent to those normally acquired in four (4) years of successful study leading to a bachelor’s degree may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. To be acceptable, the experience must have been of such scope, level and quality as to assure the possession of comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The education or experience background must also include demonstrated ability to write reports, read, comprehend and interpret complex written material, speak effectively and solve complex problems logically and systematically.

Certification & Licensure: None required.

Experience Requirement: Minimum six (6) months of professional work experience which demonstrated general knowledge of public and/or private health care safety and environment of care programs; TJC (TJC) and Medicare, Medicaid standards; National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Life Safety Codes and all other federal, state and local regulatory compliance programs observed by health care organizations desired.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of the hospital environment of care programs; TJC standards; NFPA Life Safety Codes and all other federal, state and local regulatory compliance programs observed by health care organizations.

Ability to: Understand, interpret and apply, rules, regulations and standards to the specific needs of the hospital; analyze and identify problems and recommend sound solutions for improving the effectiveness and efficiency of the environment of care and safety programs; effectively communicate ideas and information both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; develop training and informational materials and activities to promote the environment of care and safety programs; plan and conducts formal and informal training.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Employee must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily. Any condition, which would cause applicants to be a hazard to themselves or others, is cause for disqualification.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

Special Requirement: During a disaster and other emergency situations, must be willing and able to work for extended periods of time beyond the normal working hours and workdays. Must also be willing and able to work for extended periods of time on the island on which the disaster or emergency occurred.

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REGISTERED PROF NURSE III (CCU) #22835 (KAUAI -KR282)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: November 18, 2020

JOB STATUS:  Permanent/Full-Time (0.90 FTE)

SALARY: $7,254.90/month (SR20)

JOB LOCATION:  Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

FUNCTION:  This position is located in the Critical Care Unit (CCU) of Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH). KVMH is part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawaii operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

The CCU provides services for patients requiring primarily surgical patients or patients with serious cardiac conditions requiring specialized services of coronary care.

The Registered Professional Nurse III (RPN III) provides nursing treatment and educational service for specific individualized age appropriate patient care of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient population; develops and implements nursing care plans with other disciplines; determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs of patients, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system; communicates with the attending physicians regarding changes in patient’s status, symptomatology and results of diagnostic studies; responds quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment and other duties as assigned. Although designated to CCU, this RPN will be subject to cross training and may be assigned to float to other departments within the facility as needed (Labor & Deliver, Medical Surgical, Long Term Care, etc.). In addition, this position is subject to rotating shifts and to provide work on the weekends and holidays.

The RPN III works under the general supervision of the RPN VII: Unit Nurse Manager or its designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek.

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.

Licensure: Valid, active license to practice as a professional nurse in the State of Hawaii.

Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications must be provided upon appointment of hire.

Experience: One-half (1/2) year of professional nursing experience.

Select Certification: Of the one-half (1/2) year of professional nursing experience required, one-half (1/2) year of professional nursing experience must have been in Intensive Care/Cardiac Care services.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of: Nursing theory and practice; biological, physical, social and medicinal sciences as related to nursing theory and practice; thorough knowledge of nursing techniques and procedures; nursing literature and current trends and developments in nursing.

Ability to: Apply nursing theory and practices to planning and giving nursing care; recognize, interpret and evaluate symptoms of patient’s condition and take appropriate action; direct the work of nursing assistants; work effectively and cooperatively with patients, family members, medical staff and employees. Must also have the ability to prepare comprehensive nursing diagnosis and nursing care plans; and plan and direct the work of lower level registered nurses and nursing assistants.

Familiarity with standards, regulations, requirements of Medicare, Medicaid, Joint Commission, procedures used in surveillance and control of hospital infections.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

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CLERICAL SUPERVISOR IV: BUSINESS APPLICATIONS SPECIALIST #57323 (KAUAI -KR281)

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: November 17, 2020

JOB STATUS:  Permanent/Full-Time

SALARY:  $3,852/month (SR16)

JOB LOCATION: HHSC Kaua’i Region Clinics

FUNCTION: This position is located in the Kaua’i Region Clinics of Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region. The Kaua’i Region Clinics consist of The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalaheo, The Specialty Clinic at Kalaheo, The Clinic at Po’ipu, The Specialty Clinic at Kapa’a, and Urgent Care at Po’ipu. KVMH, SMMH, and Kaua’i Region Clinics are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i, operating nine (9) facilities statewide.

Primary functions of the Clerical Supervisor IV: Business Applications Specialist includes the supervision and coordination of the activities necessary to leverage the Kaua’i Regional Clinic Practice Management (CPM) software system in order to support the activities within the Kaua’i Region Clinics; works cohesively with the Information Systems department to troubleshoot and resolve CPM software application system issues; participates in the planning and testing for system upgrades and enhancements and is the lead content expert for CPM applications; trains all Front Office Super Users for the CPM software application and facilities Front Office Super User meetings; manages the operations and workflow for the Clinicals and resolves clinical issues; will be responsible for the CPM integration of registration and scheduling workflows; assists Administration with major projects such as patient portal, automated appointment reminder system, digital patient check-in, online scheduling, and operational dashboards/data analytics and other duties as assigned. This position is supervised by the Clinic Administrative Director, or its designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements.  Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hours.

Education: High School diploma preferred. College degree in Business Office Technology or Computer Science desired.

Experience:

General Experience: Four and one-half (4 ½) years experience of responsible typing, stenographic, substantive clerical work, or any combination of these experiences which duties demonstrated knowledge of English grammar, spelling, arithmetic, common office appliances and equipment; and the ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, carry out procedures in clerical work systems, speak and write simply and directly, observe differences in copy and proofread words and numbers quickly and accurately, and operate various kinds of office equipment. Medical billing, claims, coding software support, Project Management, ICD-10, meaningful use and knowledge of value-based purchasing reimbursement, or Cerner CPM experience desired. At least one (1) year experience troubleshooting healthcare billing system issues, assisting with and testing system upgrades and providing general subject matter expertise to leverage a CPM system.

Supervisory Experience: One (1) year of work experience which demonstrated the applicant’s knowledge of and ability to apply the principles, practices, techniques and methods of supervision including: (1) planning, organizing and directing the work of others; (2) assigning and reviewing work; (3) advising others on difficult work problems; (4) timing and scheduling work; and (5) training and developing employees.

Select Certification: Of the 4 ½ years of general experience, must obtain at least two (2) years of experience as a Patient Access Manager, Medical Billing Manager, or Practice Manager in a healthcare or physician clinic setting.

Certification: Certified Professional Biller or Medical Coder desired.

Licensure: None.

DESIRED SKILLS

Knowledge of: The revenue cycle and medical billing processes; basic proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Ability to: Develop, design, and deliver training to end users; including the creation of training documentation and quick reference guides; excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing providing excellent customer service; excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and handle multiple priorities/tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

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