Care Partner- 6 West

Summary The Care Partner is responsible for assisting the nurse in providing patient care and for serving as a receptionist for the nursing unit with clerical /transcription duties. Activities are based on the unit's specific needs and are performed within the scope of education, training and experience of the Care Partner. Essential Duties And Responsibilities These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned. General Patient Care/Procedures Demonstrate accuracy in taking vital signs, measuring intake/output, and completing activities of daily living as directed; document data via the electronic medical recordDemonstrate competency competent in determining orthostatic blood pressuresPerform blood glucose monitoringCollect, transport, and perform data entry for lab specimens per policyObtain blood products from Blood Bank per policyEffectively notify nurse of pertinent changes in patient's condition Maintain/stock adequate supplies and equipment to include but not limited to patient rooms, med room supplies, and emergency airway supplies at bedsideFollow established routines and utilize supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner Clerical Management Activities/Unit Secretary Process MD orders promptly and accurately via the electronic medical recordProvide clerical assistant for patient admissions, transfers, and dischargesOperate the computer order entry system accurately; utilizes downtime processes and procedures when required Relay urgent orders immediately to the appropriate staff member Coordinate scheduling of diagnostic and therapeutic services for patientsServe as receptionist for the nursing unitManage phones and other communication systems to provide effective and timely communicationTake and deliver messages accurately and in a time appropriate mannerKeep work area neat and orderlyMaintain and order forms, office supplies, and dietary supplies as needed in a cost effective manner Assist with safety during emergencies; direct hallway trafficDemonstrate familiarity and competence with completing necessary procedures: Transportation arrangements for patients going to other hospitalsCOBRA forms for transferSupporting safe transitions of care; copying chart to be sent with patients during transfersPick up blood and blood products from the labMaintain a working knowledge of equipment Communication Maintain and promote effective relationships with peers, physicians, other hospital departments, patients, and familiesUtilize excellent verbal, nonverbal, and written communicationMaintain accountability for intradepartmental communicationEffectively communicate with all patient populations based on their age and developmental needs Effectively communicate patient needs with the nurse caring for the patientAll procedures/interventions must be reported to the responsible Nurse or Charge NurseAll patient responses to any intervention/procedure are reported to the appropriate Nurse or Charge Nurse Safety and Environment Assure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by following all safety precautions and procedures in the performance of job dutiesAdhere to patient safety and identification policy and proceduresProvide a safe area for all patients, ensuring that side rails are up as needed, and call lights are given to each patientIdentify patients at risk for injury and participate in instituting measures to prevent/reduce the riskAdhere to Age Appropriate Protocols in order to ensure patient safety based on development needs Contribute to prevention of infectious diseases among employees, patients, and visitors by adhering to Infection Control policies and proceduresComplete employee accident reportsRespond to patient monitor alarms and call bells in a timely fashionInitiate timely emergency measures as appropriate according to role responsibilitiesBe constantly aware of noise level in the department and keep noise at a minimum to provide a quit area for the patient populationProvide a calm, reassuring atmosphere for the patient, significant others, and family People/Human Resources Management Demonstrate the ability to ensure compliance with policies and proceduresDemonstrate the ability to effectively communicate the vision, mission and goals of Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, including hospital and unit specific dashboardsDemonstrate the ability to contribute to a healthy, collaborative, open work environment that is conducive to teamwork and encourages communicationDemonstrate the ability to follow administrative protocolsDemonstrate constructive and effective relationships with staff, peers, and customersEmphasizes the team approach to workOrganize and reprioritize work based on patient needs, available resources, and unit requirements Support compliance with hospital accreditation, state licensure, and other external accrediting agency requirementsRespond positively to change; show willingness to learn new ways to accomplish workAttend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-servicesDemonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care Supervisory Responsibilities Reports to: Nurse Manager Supervises: None Responsibilities: Not applicable Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Candidate is required to have reading comprehension skills, writing ability, and verbal communication skills. Education And Experience Minimum Required Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent is required if no post-high-school education (certifications or licenses) can be verified. Preferred Education: Successful completion of a Care Partner certification course, CNA course or program. Experience: One year of similar or like work experience in a healthcare setting required. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Applicant must hold a current BLS certification within 90 days. Certified Nursing Assistant license preferred.