May 9th, 2012 by caseymrecruiter
This week at Intermountain, we are celebrating all of our employees through Employee Appreciation Week. This week is also Nurses Week. We asked some of our nurses the question, what is the one word that best describes nursing? Watch the video clip for their responses!
May 2nd, 2012 by BStewart
Gallup Great Workplace Award
Engaged employees make a difference. Research from Intermountain’s Strategic Planning and Research team provides strong evidence that the level of employee engagement is correlated to an organization’s performance. For Intermountain, this means higher levels of patient satisfaction and patient safety, and higher-quality work environments. For our community, it means we provide high-quality and safe care to our patients.
“Engaged employees are more productive, safer, more customer centric and more profitable,” says James Harter, PhD, Gallup’s Chief Scientist of Workplace Management and Wellbeing. “They are also 3.5 times more likely to be thriving in their overall lives, experience better days, and have fewer unhealthy days. In short, these winners are improving lives as they improve the overall performance of their companies.”
Intermountain strongly believes in the powerful influence our highly engaged employees have on our work environment, our operational outcomes, and most importantly in helping provide the highest quality of care for our patients and superior service to our members.
For opportunities to join Intermountain’s “Great Workplace”, please visit our careers website at www.intermountainhealthcare.jobs.
Apr 27th, 2012 by golson
A recent Forbes article from George Brandt poses the idea of only three true job interview questions.
1) Can you do the job?
2) Will you love the job?
3) Can we tolerate working with you?
Each question may be asked in different words but basically looking for answers to these questions. Consider these 3 questions on your next job interview.
Can You Do the Job? This can be considered your strengths. It is not just about your technical skills, but also about your leadership and interpersonal skills. It is hard to tell by looking at a piece of paper what the strengths and weakness really are. Be prepared to give specific examples of what has been successful for you and other times it was not successful. What would you change next time and what did learn from the experience?
Will You Love the Job? This can be considered your motivation. Some employees do not wish to get paid merely for working hard. Most work hard because they enjoy the environment or culture and the challenges that come along with their work. What motivates you?
Can We Tolerate Working With You? This can be considered fit. Some have heard this as culture fit. How well do you fit into the organization? Some turnover may come from this as some do not culturally fit with the organization or it was not clearly communicated to them as they joined. Please be prepared to do some research on the company to make sure it is a fit for you.
Summary: If you are the one being interviewed, be prepared to have specific examples that showcase your strengths, motivation, and fit. Think of the interview process as a chance for you to show your ability to solve the organization and interviewer’s problem. That’s why you would need to highlight strengths in the areas most important to the interviewer. Talk about how you would be motivated by the role’s challenges, and discuss why you would be a fit with the organizations culture.
Please see link to the full article: http://www.forbes.com/sites/georgebradt/2011/04/27/top-executive-recruiters-agree-there-are-only-three-key-job-interview-questions/
Apr 20th, 2012 by AshleyM
When a tragic vacation accident left an athletic teen paralyzed, many people assumed his dreams were over. But Brandon, a 30-year-old social worker at Intermountain Medical Center in Murray, is living the dream he always wanted to live ─ helping others.
Apr 11th, 2012 by christinas1
Professional Dress
First impressions are crucial. Employers agree that professional dress is still essential when interviewing. Even companies that adhere to a casual dress code expect candidates to arrive for an interview in professional dress. Putting your “best suit” forward communicates a level of maturity, serious intentions, and commitment to the employer. In addition, dressing professionally can instill confidence, helping to alleviate some of the natural anxiety that comes with an interview.
College students and those entering a professional workforce often ask what to wear. Here are tips to consider as you get your outfit together:
Select conservative styles. Consider sticking with solid, neutral colors like black, dark grey or navy blue. Most important, make sure your selection fits well and is in good repair. Make sure skirts are knee-length or longer, blouses cover your cleavage, and slacks are not binding. Clean and press your outfit the night before your interview.
Plan ahead to save money. Putting together a professional outfit does not require a large pocket book, but it will require some planning. Shopping online, outlet stores, resale shops, clearance sales, or sales at the end of the season are all opportunities to find shoes, shirts, and suits at drastically reduced prices. Look at your suit as an investment in your success. Invest in a quality suit once and you can wear it for years to come.
Pay attention to the details. Wear shoes that are in good repair. Heels should be conservative, no higher than 2 inches, and polish shoes if necessary. Wear dark socks and match your belt to your shoes.
Be well groomed. Avoid strong fragrances, clean and trim your fingernails, don’t overdo the makeup, be conservative with your accessories and jewelry, remove your sunglasses, and tidy up the hair. When unfamiliar with the company dress code it is always best to avoid visible body piercings and body art.
When in doubt it is always best to overdress and to dress conservatively. These tips stretch beyond the interview too. Remember to dress appropriately in all your interactions with an employer. This includes career events, dropping off a resume at a place of business, and your first day of employment. We wish you success as you prepare for your next interview.
Mar 30th, 2012 by mkcchad2
I love to keep up to date on recruiting trends and happenings. Recently I read an article on Sunday Newspaper ads for jobs. Back in 2000, newspaper employment advertising accounted for $9 billion in revenue. That is compared to $743.4 million last year. Though $743.4 million dollars is nothing to laugh at, it is a
significant drop from where we were 11 years ago.
The switch from newspaper ads to online job boards has been beneficial to many companies including Intermountain by streamlining the process and cutting costs. Potential candidates have also benefited from the online process. Candidates no longer have to wait for the Sunday Newspaper to look for job openings. Job postings are available 24/7, 365 days a year. Online job postings allow the candidate to learn more about the job than just a couple of lines; some even include videos about the employer or job.
The next time you are looking for employment check the company’s website along with online job boards like Indeed and HealthCareerWeb. Doing so can provide you more information about the company, jobs, salary, and benefits, along with giving you a better feel for the company.
Happy Job Hunting!
Reference: http://www.ere.net/2012/03/19/print-help-wanteds-going-going-almost-gone/
Mar 23rd, 2012 by AshleyM
Virtual Healthcare Interactive (VHi) is a unique program where high school students can view an actual taped surgery telecast live to their classrooms and speak to the surgeons/physicians using real-time technology. Students receive exposure to a variety of healthcare careers related to the surgery as well as pre- and post-event curricula and activities designed to provide them with the background information they need in order to understand the surgery/procedure
This outstanding program, sponsored by Intermountain Healthcare and the Utah State Office of Education, was most recently awarded a Bronze Telly Award for their latest VHi video: Heart to Heart with Dr. Lappe. If you are a high school student (or know other students) interested in healthcare, talk with your school about participating in VHi next year!
The below video isn’t for everyone as it contains graphic surgical scenes, but if interested, it will provide you a sneak peek into all the program has to offer.
Mar 20th, 2012 by JonH
With the presidential campaigns kicking into high gear and election season swiftly approaching, I got to thinking about how having good leaders in our lives is of paramount importance and how all of us are leaders in one way or another. I came across an article that caught my eye because it encapsulated two things I enjoy: Star Trek and reading about leadership principles.
James T. Kirk was Captain of the USS Enterprise on the TV series Star Trek. Captain Kirk had many memorable adventures and quips. He was also a great leader. The author of the article pointed out five leadership principles we can learn from James T. Kirk (even if you aren’t a Star Trek fan):
Some of my takeaways included:
To read the whole article click here.
Source: http://www.forbes.com/sites/alexknapp/2012/03/05/five-leadership-lessons-from-james-t-kirk/2/
Mar 9th, 2012 by caseymrecruiter
As a nurse recruiter at Intermountain, I am constantly asked: What is the nursing philosophy at Intermountain?
At Intermountain, the concepts of extraordinary care in all its dimensions and CARING are the foundation of our practice. With a commitment to Intermountain’s Mission, Vision, and Values, our nurses work in partnership with other interdisciplinary team members, patients, families, and one another to provide holistic care across the continuum. We define CARING as:
Collaboration • As part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, nurses coordinate care and share knowledge, theory, and practice to support extraordinary care in all its dimensions.
Accountability • Each nurse is accountable to continually enhance his/her individual professional practice, improve organizational processes and advance the nursing profession.
Research-Based Practice • The nursing process is an applied science and the foundation on which we develop and share evidenced-based standards of practice and professional performance.
Innovation • We investigate, develop, implement, and evaluate new models of care, technology and practice to keep nursing fresh and vibrant. We partner with institutions of higher learning, other healthcare organizations and associations to support, evaluate and elevate professional nursing practice.
Nursing Leadership • We partner with administrative leadership, medical staff and trustees to achieve Intermountain’s overall mission. Nursing leadership is woven into the fabric of the organization from the bedside to the system level.
Growth • We value individual excellence through professional development, educational advancement and life-long learning. Registered Nurses can focus their practice in management, education, or clinical expertise in a wide variety of settings, assuring professional progression and high levels of engagement.
To explore a career in nursing, please visit our website at intermountainhealthcare.jobs
Feb 28th, 2012 by BStewart
National Sleep Awareness Week is March 5th – 18th. What is the value of a good night’s sleep? You feel better, you perform better at work, you can be more active, and it puts you in a better mood. People who suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) aren’t getting enough sleep. Many don’t even realize it.
OSA is a common condition in which breathing is interrupted by a blocking of the airway when the soft tissue at the back of the throat collapses during sleep. People with untreated OSA can experience dozens, and in severe cases hundreds of these occurrences during a single night. This not only deprives the brain of much needed oxygen, but deprives the body of ever achieving deep REM sleep because the body is continually awakening to regain its breath.
Many people learn of their OSA by sleep partners complaining of excessive snoring. Other common symptoms are: perpetual tiredness regardless of how much time you spend in bed; persistent headaches; going to the bathroom frequently during the night; difficulty concentrating; waking up with a dry mouth or sore throat; and moodiness or irritability.
Without treatment long term effects of OSA can include: high blood pressure; strokes; heart failure; diabetes; and depression.
OSA is commonly treated with a CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) device that is worn during sleep, blowing air through a mask into the mouth and/or nose to keep the airway open, allowing you to breathe through the night.
A sleep study is required to properly diagnose OSA. If you suspect you have sleep apnea, we encourage you to speak to your physician to schedule a study. Not only could it be the difference in finally getting a good night’s sleep. It could save your life.
With a career at Intermountain Homecare, you can be a member of a team of caregivers that can meet virtually every home medical equipment need, including CPAP devices, apnea monitors, and oxygen therapy to treat OSA. Intermountain Homecare is a full-service home health, hospice and medical equipment provider, offering services to communities across Utah and southern Idaho (22 offices in 14 locations). Homecare offers a broad range of careers. They include (but are not limited to): Registered Nurse, Rehab Therapy, Social Work, Hospice care, Certified Nursing Assistant, Respiratory Therapists, Respiratory Assistants, Intake Coordinators, Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians, Distribution and Warehouse specialists, Billing specialists, Clinical Engineers and more. To see what opportunities are currently available at Homecare, visit our website at www.intermountainhealthcare.jobs.
