Clinical Assistant – PACU Position Available In Western Connecticut, Connecticut

Clinical Assistant – PACU Stamford Health – 3.7

Stamford, CT Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$35.5K – $48.5K a year 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Health insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Pension plan 403(b) Qualifications Nursing Vital signs Heartsaver Certification Patient monitoring 5 years High school diploma or GED CNA Entry level Full Job Description Stamford Health, a well-established, award-winning Healthcare System with multiple locations in CT, is seeking a Clinical Assistant to join our PACU team! As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent in order to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer: Competitive salary Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one Wellness programs Paid Time Off accruals Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan Tuition reimbursement Free on-site parking

JOB SUMMARY

The CNA will serve as a first line of action by communicating with patients via two-way audio to prevent unsafe behaviors and conditions. This position creates a relationship with the patient to enhance care and communication, and to streamline that care process wherever possible. Utilizes the appropriate resources to plan and provide services that are safe, effective and financially responsible. This is full-time day (7am – 7:30pm) position. M-F, including rotating weekends. Provides direct patient care to a select group of patients and advocates on their behalf.

Includes:

Bathing, dressing, undressing, bed pans, urinals,( toileting), mouth care/grooming and shaving as directed by licensed nurse Taking vitals and intake and output, as directed (Blood glucose monitoring, EKG ) Collecting food trays, providing water pitchers and feeding as guided by licensed nurse Changing room linens and tidiness of room Directing visitors as needed Constant observation &/or remote video monitoring as needed Assisting with transferring patient with ambulation, turning and positioning & chair Assists with adjunct therapies such as enemas, heat packs, ice packs, sitz baths as directed. Phlebotomy as directed and to policy. Assists with assessment of patient’s physical and psychosocial condition with reports to licensed nurse. Supports and promotes hospital-wide and unit specific initiatives & goals (e.g. Planetree, Magnet, hourly rounding etc.) Practices and promotes patient safety and quality of care with continual communication with licensed nurse. Documents pertinent information, observations and all aspects of patient care clearly, concisely and in a timely manner. Assists with education process for patients and families. 1) Minimum of high school diploma, GED or equivalent. 2) Must have one of the following: Certified from a CNA program Enrolled in an accredited nursing program having completed core nursing curriculum for ADLs’ as part of clinical rotations A graduate of a foreign nursing program A graduate of an accredited nursing program, having failed board licensure (2 chances) 3) Heart Saver or equivalent required We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion and reflects the diversity of the community and patients we serve. About Stamford Health Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation. Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an “A” for patient safety . The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified ™ Great Place to Work. Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center. Dedicated to being the community’s most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org . Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter , Instagram , YouTube , and LinkedIn . Why work for Stamford Health? Stamford Health offers an extremely competitive salary with generous shift differentials where appropriate. Our Total Rewards Program is ranked as one of the highest satisfiers based on our employee engagement surveys. With over 100 transfers and promotions each year for the past 5 years, Stamford Health is a place for you to grow and develop your career. Many departments from Nursing to Information Systems and Rehabilitation have Career Ladder programs that foster career development. Whether employees choose to live in the greater Stamford, CT area or commute from New York or Fairfield, we offer free convenient parking and free transportation from the Stamford train stations. Our collaborative with Hospital for Special Surgery, and the Dana Farber Brigham and Women’s Cancer Care Collaborative, connect us directly with world class expertise, research, resources and technology to put us at the forefront of patient care. We have a robust Professional Development and Organization Development program that provides both clinical and non-clinical staff with the opportunity to develop and grow professionally. For organizational leaders, we offer a comprehensive New Manager Orientation four times per year. Our program designed specifically for Stamford Health will help prepare today’s and tomorrow’s leaders for success with an innovative curriculum based on best practices. It will also enhance the skills of our leaders that bring their fresh leadership perspective from other organizations.