Primary Location

SITE - Corewell Health Place Building B - 648 Monroe - Grand Rapids

Department Name

HR Talent Attraction

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

Current Employees:

If you are a current employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career" icon on your homepage.

Starting Pay Rate Range

$34.20

to

$42.75

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

The Clinical Resource Nurse must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a nursing resource to physicians, staff, patients, and families for the age and type of patient cared for on specific departments. This person will demonstrate strong communication skills to function as a conduit for communication between the medical staff, nursing staff, patients, families and ancillary departments. This person will be a strong advocate and promoter of Patient and Family-Centered Care. This person will also possess excellent critical thinking skills to be able to recognize priority patient situations that need immediate attention. This person will possess excellent customer service skills and practice these on a consistent basis. Demonstrates the ability to meet the essential job functions of a Registered Nurse.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights or weekends)

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Consistently sets an example of excellence in clinical practice. Acts as a resource to clinical staff, patients, families and other customers regarding patient care. Mentors employees in the development and enhancement of clinical skills.
• Takes a leadership role in the promotion of Patient and Family-Centered Care.
• Collaborates directly with Hospital Coordinators/Physicians regarding admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Establishes nursing care for patients based on nursing process, to include: assessment data and other relevant information; identified nursing diagnosis, needs and problems; appropriate interventions as per standards of nursing practice, policies, established protocol, or as determined by the professional judgment of the RN; patient’s response to interventions; modification of care plan following evaluation of response as needed. Collaborates with physician and Healthcare team in the coordination of post-hospital care needs.
• Handles unanticipated events and crisis situations in a professional manner. Is alert to potential problems and notifies appropriate individual as necessary.
• Manages the delivery of nursing care utilizing the nursing process to provide high quality patient care. Directs and assists others on the Healthcare team to provide positive outcomes.
• Performs quality control audits, monitors and documents problems as they relate to nursing issues related to accuracy, quality of care and the MDS Assures continuity of information including assessment and care plans.
• Provides appropriate staffing levels while being fiscally responsible with productivity standards. Adjusts patient assignments to ensure safe patient care according to patient acuity. Delegates responsibilities with a professional, objective approach.
• Utilizes critical thinking in implementing the coordination of medical and nursing interventions. Interventions demonstrate care planning that will promote good clinical outcomes.
• Functions as a liaison between patient, family, unit staff, physician, and ancillary personnel. Facilitates collaboration between patients, family physicians and members of the Healthcare team. Rounds on patients and families; responds promptly and professionally to customers addressing requests, problems and concerns.
• All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:
Education - Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing
Certifications - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing

Preferred:
Experience - 3+ years of Clinical Experience
Education - Bachelors degree in Nursing

Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work - exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours.

Job Category

Nursing

Job Family

Acute Nursing

Department

RCH Oncology-Nursing

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Shift

Employee Type

PRN

10 Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Inc.

Make a difference.  Every day.

Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.

Job Summary:

Location: Nebraska Methodist Hospital
Address: 8303 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE

Work Schedule: Full Time, Evening Shift 3:00pm to 11:30pm, or 2:00pm to 12:30pm. Saturday rotation, rotating weekend and weekday on-call responsibilities.

Benefits Eligibility: This position is eligible for full time benefits.

The MRI technologist performs and assists with diagnostic MRI applications. To use technology to create high definition, three-dimensional pictures of organs and tissues inside the body that will allow physicians to diagnose patients.

Ask your recruiter/hiring manager about the following incentives that may be available for this position:
• $15,000 Sign-on bonus
• Shift differentials & other financial incentives
• Tuition assistance
• Academic sponsorship with Methodist College
• Free parking

Responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions

Quality & Safety

• Follows manufacture's recommendations for quality control of imaging equipment.
• Practices appropriate communication skills to the patient to enhance the quality and timeliness of the performed exam.
• Adjust communication style to age and comprehension of the patient to ensure high quality images and exams.
• Understands and implements the appropriate computer processes to optimize image and exam quality.
• Ability to apply clinical imaging protocols and positioning techniques specific to the pediatric patient.
• Regularly evaluates patient positioning and image quality during exam to ensure proper technique is applied per Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) department standards.
• Maintains applicable logs and required documentation as it relates to policy and procedure.
• For MJE: Uses Cerner, Powerscribe, and PACS consistently and effectively to document and complete all tasks.
• For NMH: Uses Cerner to exam manage and film track consistently and effectively to eliminate rework.
• Participates in image quality and process improvement initiatives routinely.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment at all times.
• Routinely screens the patient for safety precautions, educates them on the exam to be performed, and documents in the electronic medical record (EMR) or Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Routinely educates and screens all ancillary staff and visitors regarding the magnet environment and applies appropriate policy and procedure.
• Provides timely response to a call or page from the Hospital regarding an emergency exam when on active on-call status.
• Adheres to the department on-call policy and uses appropriate communication to ancillary staff and the Radiologist during the on-call process.
• Uses and understands the process and procedure for transmitting images for the Teleradiology services.

Heightened Focus on Efficiency

• Understands and implements the most appropriate imaging protocol for the ordered exam to demonstrate the anatomy and pathology to the Radiologist's expectation.
• Communicates pertinent information to the Radiologist for assisting with appropriate patient and protocol management.
• Applies accurate positioning techniques to ensure appropriate visualization of anatomical structures for diagnostic interpretation by the Radiologist.  
• Actively uses continuing education opportunities to enhance clinical competency.
• Understands and performs the appropriate image quality assurance protocol, troubleshoot problems, and rectify quality issues.
• Routinely communicates with Supervisor on matters that include disruption of normal workflow, personnel issues, and patient concerns or complaints.
• Understands, promotes, and supports the department scheduling and accessibility goals as it relates to patients and referring Physicians.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment at all times.
• Routinely screens the patient for safety precautions, educates them on the exam to be performed, and documents in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or Radiology Information System (RIS) as needed.
• Routinely educates and screens all ancillary staff and visitors regarding the magnet environment and applies appropriate policy and procedure.
• Demonstrates responsiveness and timely responses in a timely manner to added assignments.
• Voluntarily assists with filling in for other department roles as needed.
• Position requires flexibility to accommodate fluctuation in daily schedule, including but not limited to overtime, irregular hours, and on-call responsibilities.
• Uses Kronos consistently and effectively.

For MJE: Clinical Enrichment

• Provides and monitors "on the job training" per Methodist College Standards.
• Maintains professional and courteous relationship with students and instructors.
• Provides leadership and guidance for students' education clinical experience as appropriate.

Schedule:

Full Time, Evening Shift 3:00pm to 11:30pm, or 2:00pm to 12:30pm. Saturday rotation, rotating weekend and weekday on-call responsibilities.

Job Description:

Job Requirements

Education

• Graduate from an approved American Medical Association (AMA) school of Radiologic Technology required.

Experience

• Prior Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) experience preferred.

• For MJE: Completion of a MRI Externship through an approved MRI school required.

• For NMH:

  • 1 year of prior experience working as a CAT Scan Technologist, or;

  • Completion of a MRI Externship through an approved MRI school, or;

  • Board certified as a Radiologic Technologist, (ARRT) required.

License/Certifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (RT.R.ARRT) certification in Radiography required.

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (RT.MR.ARRT) registered in Magnetic Resonance Imaging required.

  • Technologists who have completed clinical training and are Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) board eligible will be considered with the understanding that registry will be passed within 12 months, or

  • New technologists who require clinical training to become Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) board eligible will be considered with the understanding that the advanced board certification is required within 12 months at the completion of clinical training.

• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with hospital personnel, patients, co-workers, and the public.

• Ability to perform numerous tasks at once, prioritize workload and organize workflow.

• Possess a working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, and understand the basis of computer operation.

• Knowledge of MRI principles and concepts.

• Knowledge of other modalities or willing to gain knowledge of other modalities as requested for the potential of cross-training opportunities.

• Proficient with working with patients of all ages (infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and elderly).

• For MJE: Required to perform venipuncture for injections and IV management for power injector use.

• For NMH: Ability to perform POCT and venipuncture/IV insertion for purposes of contrast administration under the direction of a radiologist as needed.

Physical Requirements

Weight Demands

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.

Physical Activity

• Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):

  • Climbing

  • Crawling

  • Kneeling

  • Sitting

• Frequently Performed (34%-66%):

  • Balancing

  • Carrying

  • Crouching

  • Distinguish colors

  • Keyboarding/typing

  • Lifting

  • Pulling/Pushing

  • Repetitive Motions

  • Standing

  • Stooping/bending

  • Twisting

  • Walking

• Constantly Performed (67%-100%):

  • Grasping

  • Hearing

  • Reaching

  • Seeing/Visual

  • Speaking/talking

Job Hazards

• Not Related:

  • Explosives (pressurized gas)

  • Electrical Shock/Static

  • Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc.)

  • Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)

• Rare (1-33%):

  • Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)

  • Mechanical moving parts/vibrations

• Occasionally (34%-66%):

  • Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)

  • Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)

  • Equipment/Machinery/Tools

  • Exposure to high magnetic fields (up to 3 Tesla) and radiofrequencies

About Methodist:

Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.

Current Employees:

If you are a current employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career" icon on your homepage.

Starting Pay Rate Range

$34.20

to

$42.75

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

The Clinical Resource Nurse must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a nursing resource to physicians, staff, patients, and families for the age and type of patient cared for on specific departments. This person will demonstrate strong communication skills to function as a conduit for communication between the medical staff, nursing staff, patients, families and ancillary departments. This person will be a strong advocate and promoter of Patient and Family-Centered Care. This person will also possess excellent critical thinking skills to be able to recognize priority patient situations that need immediate attention. This person will possess excellent customer service skills and practice these on a consistent basis. Demonstrates the ability to meet the essential job functions of a Registered Nurse.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights or weekends)

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Consistently sets an example of excellence in clinical practice. Acts as a resource to clinical staff, patients, families and other customers regarding patient care. Mentors employees in the development and enhancement of clinical skills.
• Takes a leadership role in the promotion of Patient and Family-Centered Care.
• Collaborates directly with Hospital Coordinators/Physicians regarding admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Establishes nursing care for patients based on nursing process, to include: assessment data and other relevant information; identified nursing diagnosis, needs and problems; appropriate interventions as per standards of nursing practice, policies, established protocol, or as determined by the professional judgment of the RN; patient’s response to interventions; modification of care plan following evaluation of response as needed. Collaborates with physician and Healthcare team in the coordination of post-hospital care needs.
• Handles unanticipated events and crisis situations in a professional manner. Is alert to potential problems and notifies appropriate individual as necessary.
• Manages the delivery of nursing care utilizing the nursing process to provide high quality patient care. Directs and assists others on the Healthcare team to provide positive outcomes.
• Performs quality control audits, monitors and documents problems as they relate to nursing issues related to accuracy, quality of care and the MDS Assures continuity of information including assessment and care plans.
• Provides appropriate staffing levels while being fiscally responsible with productivity standards. Adjusts patient assignments to ensure safe patient care according to patient acuity. Delegates responsibilities with a professional, objective approach.
• Utilizes critical thinking in implementing the coordination of medical and nursing interventions. Interventions demonstrate care planning that will promote good clinical outcomes.
• Functions as a liaison between patient, family, unit staff, physician, and ancillary personnel. Facilitates collaboration between patients, family physicians and members of the Healthcare team. Rounds on patients and families; responds promptly and professionally to customers addressing requests, problems and concerns.
• All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:
Education - Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing
Certifications - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing

Preferred:
Experience - 3+ years of Clinical Experience
Education - Bachelors degree in Nursing

Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work - exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours.

Job Category

Nursing

Job Family

Acute Nursing

Department

RCH Pediatrics-Nursing

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Shift

Employee Type

Regular

10 Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Inc.

Make a difference.  Every day.

Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Current Employees:

If you are a current employee, please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account and clicking the "Career" icon on your homepage.

Starting Pay Rate Range

$34.20

to

$42.75

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Job Summary

The Clinical Resource Nurse must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a nursing resource to physicians, staff, patients, and families for the age and type of patient cared for on specific departments. This person will demonstrate strong communication skills to function as a conduit for communication between the medical staff, nursing staff, patients, families and ancillary departments. This person will be a strong advocate and promoter of Patient and Family-Centered Care. This person will also possess excellent critical thinking skills to be able to recognize priority patient situations that need immediate attention. This person will possess excellent customer service skills and practice these on a consistent basis. Demonstrates the ability to meet the essential job functions of a Registered Nurse.

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions (extra pay for working evening, nights or weekends)

*Flexible scheduling

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Consistently sets an example of excellence in clinical practice. Acts as a resource to clinical staff, patients, families and other customers regarding patient care. Mentors employees in the development and enhancement of clinical skills.
• Takes a leadership role in the promotion of Patient and Family-Centered Care.
• Collaborates directly with Hospital Coordinators/Physicians regarding admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Establishes nursing care for patients based on nursing process, to include: assessment data and other relevant information; identified nursing diagnosis, needs and problems; appropriate interventions as per standards of nursing practice, policies, established protocol, or as determined by the professional judgment of the RN; patient’s response to interventions; modification of care plan following evaluation of response as needed. Collaborates with physician and Healthcare team in the coordination of post-hospital care needs.
• Handles unanticipated events and crisis situations in a professional manner. Is alert to potential problems and notifies appropriate individual as necessary.
• Manages the delivery of nursing care utilizing the nursing process to provide high quality patient care. Directs and assists others on the Healthcare team to provide positive outcomes.
• Performs quality control audits, monitors and documents problems as they relate to nursing issues related to accuracy, quality of care and the MDS Assures continuity of information including assessment and care plans.
• Provides appropriate staffing levels while being fiscally responsible with productivity standards. Adjusts patient assignments to ensure safe patient care according to patient acuity. Delegates responsibilities with a professional, objective approach.
• Utilizes critical thinking in implementing the coordination of medical and nursing interventions. Interventions demonstrate care planning that will promote good clinical outcomes.
• Functions as a liaison between patient, family, unit staff, physician, and ancillary personnel. Facilitates collaboration between patients, family physicians and members of the Healthcare team. Rounds on patients and families; responds promptly and professionally to customers addressing requests, problems and concerns.
• All other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Required:
Education - Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing
Certifications - Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA); Registered Nurse (RN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing

Preferred:
Experience - 3+ years of Clinical Experience
Education - Bachelors degree in Nursing

Physical Requirements: Very Heavy work - exerting over 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or more than 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force occassionally (up to 33% of the time), and/or more than 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects. Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances. Requires the ability to work designated shift lengths (including 8 and 12 hours), which may include night shifts or occasional irregular hours.

Job Category

Nursing

Job Family

Acute Nursing

Department

RCH Behavioral Health

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Shift

Employee Type

Regular

10 Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, Inc.

Make a difference.  Every day.

Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Looking for a job that actually makes a difference?
Join us at the Forefront of Shaping Healthier Lives

Overview
The Health Promotion Board’s vision is to make Singapore a nation of healthier people. Come be a part of this journey if you’re passionate about creating boundary-pushing work that drives behavioral change.

You will be a part of HPB’s Workforce Planning & Talent Development Department, which focuses on strategic workforce planning, talent acquisition as well as talent development to build up the succession pipeline for HPB.

What You Can Expect

As a key member of the Workforce Planning & Talent Development Department, you will have to lead the team to conduct workforce and manpower planning exercise and review the plan with the organisation. You will be reviewing and implementing the strategic workforce planning framework and strategies to guide HPB manpower planning processes as well as meet future manpower requirements of the divisions.
 

You will also be focusing on formulating and implementing effective recruitment strategies to meet organisation’s manpower needs and establish key performance indicators. In addition,  you will be required to review and improve work processes related to manpower planning, staffing and recruitment. You will be tasked with partnering divisions and line managers to understand and support their business needs while performing end-to-end recruitment as well as exit management.

You will be responsible for budgeting and monitoring recruitment-related expenditures where you are required to project manage HR-related services such as the period contract for appointment of Executive Search firms, and contracting for psychometric assessment.

Be Part of the Team

Join us if you are a dynamic and self-motivated individual with at least 8 years of experience in managing end-to-end recruitment or as a HR generalist/ Business Partner, and enjoys working in a highly matrixed, fluid and fast-paced environment. You should also possess:

• Good knowledge of market’s best practices in talent attraction and selection as well as key HR functions/practices especially in strategic workforce planning
• Demonstrated track record in engaging and influencing internal and external stakeholders, understanding and anticipating stakeholders’ business needs and co-creating solutions to address business needs
• Strong analytical skills, resourceful, meticulous and a collaborative team player with good written and verbal communication skills

In addition, having relevant qualifications or experience in human resources, business administration and managing tenders/ quotations for procurement of HR-related services will be an added advantage. Familiarity with Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP) and Workday system would also be a plus.