Resource Float Clinical Assistants
UVM Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital · Plattsburgh, NY · 3 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
The Resource Float Clinical Assistant (CA) team supports Medical/Surgical and Progressive Care inpatient units by providing daily staffing assistance where needed. As a CA, you will be an integral part of hands-on patient care, working under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Responsibilities
- Provide responsive, service-oriented patient care under the direction of RNs, including taking and recording vital signs, performing designated tests, collecting patient samples, and supporting patients in activities of daily living.
- Conduct various patient tests and specimen collection as directed by RNs.
- Serve as the "front door" to the unit, welcoming and acclimating patients and their families, and providing customer service-oriented communication and clerical support.
- Interact with unit staff, physicians, and other hospital department personnel, ensuring timely and accurate communication and documentation.
- Maintain a harmonious, team-oriented, and customer-friendly environment.
- Function competently in a computerized medical setting.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent work experience, including the ability to read, write, and comprehend medical terminology.
- Previous experience as a nurse aide, completion of a nurse aide training program, or other relevant clinical experience involving patient ambulation, bathing, and feeding.
- If no current CNA certificate, must demonstrate competence prior to starting.
- Willingness to use positive communication skills while performing job duties.
- Ability to perform detailed assignments, work under pressure, and relate effectively to patients, hospital staff, physicians, and visitors.
- Basic computer skills.
- Willingness to attend and complete CVPH education requirements satisfactorily.
- Meets requirements for pre-employment screening and physical exam.
- Competency to perform CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver.
- Ability to work independently, handle interruptions, take direction, and prioritize tasks.
Available shifts and scheduled FTEs vary.