Health Services Specialist

2 days ago

San Luis Obispo, California, United States Department of State Hospitals Full time
Job Title: Health Services Specialist

Job Summary:

The Health Services Specialist will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care services in the Central Nursing Services Department at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero. The incumbent will oversee the medication administration process, monitor nursing care procedures, and assure compliance with hospital policy and procedure.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assure that there is a completed, relevant Admission nursing assessment, from which Nursing interventions and input are provided into the Treatment Care Planning process.
  • Oversee the medication administration process to assure compliance with hospital policy and procedure, including certification of licensed nursing staff to administer medications.
  • Monitor that correct nursing care procedures are in effect and are being carried out by all nursing staff.
  • Assure that audits required by nursing service and the Program Management are completed and summarized monthly and quarterly.
  • Assure all Programs nursing care staff are adequately trained in all aspects of nursing documentation.
  • Have sufficient computer skills to write reports, input data, and extract data for necessary reports to monitor the quality of nursing services.
  • Respond and participate in emergency behavioral/medical situations.
  • Assure that nursing staff are trained and Public Health procedures are carried out by staff as required to protect patients and staff from infection and disease.
  • Monitor and evaluate nursing care and documentation.
  • Visit each unit in the Program at least daily.
  • Monitor restrained and/or secluded patients daily.
  • Assist staff assessing and authorizing Restraints and Seclusion, giving first aid and CPR; following infection control procedures as needed.
  • Evaluate and monitor the quality of care provided; observing and intervening in patient behavior that may injure people, damage property, or signal impending escape attempts.
  • Apply and demonstrate knowledge of and correct methods of Therapeutic Strategies and Interventions (TSI).
  • Assure that documentation and Nursing Interventions for current treatment care plans are in place.
  • Serve as a resource person and consultant to all hospital personnel.

Requirements:

  • Possession of the legal requirements to practice as a professional Registered Nurse in California as determined by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
  • Either I Education/Experience: Bachelor of science degree with a major in a health-related field and one year of nursing experience working with developmentally or mentally disabled persons.
  • Or II Experience: One year of experience performing the duties of a nursing classification comparable in level of responsibility to a Registered Nurse, Range B, in a California developmental center or State hospital working with developmentally or mentally disabled persons.
  • Or III Experience: One year of experience directing the nursing services of a developmental center or State hospital level-of-care unit during an eight-hour shift working with developmentally or mentally disabled persons.

Working Conditions:

The Health Services Specialist will work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of patient care and safety requirements. The incumbent will be required to work effectively in a team environment and communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff.

Special Requirements:

The Health Services Specialist must provide their current California Registered Nurse License number, free and cleared of disciplinary action, on their application. Candidates must also provide a copy of their unofficial transcripts, including date degree conferred, if applicable, along with their application.

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