Nursing Assistant- 7HT- Nights

About the role

This position is located at Navicent Health Medical Center and is a full-time, benefits-eligible role. The schedule is 7A-7P with transportation provided.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates Competency In The Physical Care Of The Patient According To AHF/unit Patient Care Standards, Including The Following As Appropriate For The Unit
• 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
• Handling of patients with infectious diseases including TB, hepatitis, AIDS, and those requiring isolation
• Correct positioning of patients in beds, chairs, and specialty surfaces
• Transportation of patients on wheelchair, stretcher, bed, etc.
• Correct handling of body fluids and appropriate cleaning of equipment between patients
• Utilization of proper body mechanics and appropriate lift techniques/resources
• Glucose monitoring via fingerstick
• Admits, transfers, and discharges patients according to AHF/unit standards
• Communicates with patients, families, and members of the health care team through effective use of verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Maintains a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for the patient
• Participates in maintaining supplies, equipment, and unit cleanliness
• Completes preceptor training and serves in a preceptor role
• Completes required CPR training as defined by the organization
• Completes dressing changes, monitoring chest and other drainage tubes and levels, reporting deviations, and procedure/equipment setup
• Assists in achieving unit quality scores which meet or exceed hospital/national average for nurse-sensitive quality indicators such as skin breakdown, falls, and others as appropriate for the unit

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

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with patients, staff, and coworkers
• Physical requirements and working conditions: spends much of the day walking and standing on tile or carpet, bending, stooping, and sitting; must have visual near and distance acuity; must have verbal ability to communicate in person and over the phone or radio; must be able to assist co-workers in transfers and transport supplies, patients/residents, or equipment using good body mechanics; must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 60-80 pounds; must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel, and change from one position to the other rapidly; must be able to lift 25-60 lbs. and carry 25-50 pounds
• Must be able to tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres, and noxious odors

Skills

• Time management and prioritization
• Teamwork
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Organization of work and environment
• Timely response to patient/nurse needs and requests

Benefits

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development, and so much more. This includes:

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Pay

$19.80 - $29.70 per hour

Schedule

7A-7P