Nursing Assistant - Video Monitoring Unit - 80% Days

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the Tele-sitter software
• Maintains visual observation at all times
• Voice redirects patient over digital 2-way audio device that is in patient room
• Immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide the appropriate care to the patient population based on the patient’s individualized treatment plan as delegated by the RN
• Participates in hand-off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment
• Arranges meal break times with nurse and informs nurse prior to leaving monitoring station for any reason so that relief may be provided to ensure constant patient observation
• Provides patient with explanations as necessary, but does not counsel or provide opinions
• Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues
• Affirms patient environment safety
• Sets aside potential safety hazards from room and reports findings to Charge Nurse
• Communicates and interacts with patients, visitors, and other healthcare professionals in an effective manner and maintains positive, cooperative relationships
• Implements the plan of care under the direction of the registered nurse, providing appropriate care with regard to patient’s condition and age
• Observes patients for changes in physical condition throughout their stay, and reports to registered nurse
• Assembles equipment and supplies in preparation for various diagnostic or treatment procedures performed by nurses or physicians
• Performs simple diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as assigned (i.e. enemas, collecting specimens, preoperative preparation of skin)
• Performs computer functions within scope of role as defined by the individual unit
• Implements measures to prevent potential patient problems/complications and reports unusual incidents in consultation with the registered nurse
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality
• P Practices standard precautions in infection control in accordance with institutional policy
• Aids staff during emergencies, within the scope of practice
• Performs other projects and tasks as assigned
• Participates in unit staff meetings and in-services
• Complies with annual competency review guidelines
• Incorporates the principles of Service Leadership to ensure positive patient/customer relations
• Adheres to UI Health Care policies regarding personal conduct, including: follows established leadership, remains responsive to instruction and coaching from supervisors and meets the standards of personal appearance, attendance and punctuality

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and follow instructions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or equivalent

Skills

• Knowledge of basic nursing procedures and patient care
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and healthcare professionals
• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality
• Ability to follow safety rules and prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors

Benefits

Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

Pay

Pay Level: 4

Schedule

Day shifts, every other weekend, every other holiday

Contact Information

Organization: Healthcare
Contact Name: Kylie Guy
Contact Email: kylie-guy@uiowa.edu