Nursing Assistant - 5 East Days

About the role

This position is located at Navicent Health Medical Center - Nursing: Medical/Surgical IU 5 East. Benefits eligible, 36 hours per week, days vary.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in the physical care of the patient according to AHF/unit patient care standards.
• Personal care for all body systems, including bathing, oral hygiene, perineal care, linen changes and hair care.
• Pre- and post-op/procedure care.
• Post-mortem care.
• Placement of electrodes for cardiac, respiratory and/or fetal monitoring.
• Ambulation and exercise assistance.
• Care for patients with infectious diseases, including those requiring isolation.
• Correct positioning of patients in beds, chairs, and specialty surfaces.
• Transfer of patients (e.g. bed to chair, bed to commode or back).
• Transportation of patients on wheelchair, stretcher, bed, etc.
• Correct positioning and handling of body fluids.
• Documentation of intake/output, vital signs, weights and other monitoring.
• Notifies nurse of abnormal vital signs, observations, physical complaints, etc.
• Assistance with patients with latex allergies.
• Prevention of falls and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Use of proper body mechanics and appropriate lift techniques/resources.
• Glucose monitoring via fingerstick.
• Admission, transfer and discharge procedures.
• Communication with patients, families, and members of the health care team.
• Confidentiality and effective conflict resolution.
• Maintaining competency in all required complex care activities within their home units.
• Participation in quality assurance and PI activities.
• Attendance at unit meetings and reading/initialing minutes of all meetings not attended.
• Compliance with unit-specific articulated job expectations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• BLS, CPI certification; Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• One year of experience taking care of patients and dealing with the public preferred.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, teamwork, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Flexibility in changing assignments, workload, and learning new skills.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate care and patient care standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with patients, staff, and coworkers.
• Physical requirements and working conditions: much of the day spent walking and standing on tile or carpet, bending, stooping, and sitting; requires visual near and distance acuity, verbal ability, and good body mechanics.

Skills

• Time management and prioritization.
• Teamwork.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Organization of work and environment.
• Timely response to patient/nurse needs and requests.
• Supplies, equipment, and unit cleanliness maintenance.
• Self-growth and accountability.

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, career development programs, and more. Eligibility for benefits depends on FTE or status.

Pay

$19.80 - $29.70 per hour based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.

Schedule

Days vary, 36 hours per week.