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Community Memorial Hospital
Unit Secretary / Nursing Assistant
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A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$39,972 / year median in South Dakota
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
Redfield, SD Worker Type:
Regular Work Shift:
Day/Evening/Weekend/Holiday Shift (United States of America) Redfield Community Memorial Hospital and Clinic is seeking a qualified individual to join our team!Position Highlights Department:
Nursing Title:
Health Unit Coordinator FLSA:
Non-Exempt Position Accountable to :Director of Nursing Job Summary :
Provides clerical services to the nursing unit. Serves as a liaison for the nurse and patient in interdepartmental communications. Functions in public relations role as receptionist. May assist in nursing care under the direction of the RN caring for that patient. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department. Birth- 1 yr 1
- 11 yrs 12
- 17 yrs 18
- 65 yrs over 65 yrs _X_ _X_ _X_ _X_ _X_
Infancy Pediatrics Adolescent Adulthood Geriatric Essential Job Functions:
Demonstrates proficient skills in multiple modules of the Client Server system Demonstrates proficient skills in the use of medical terminology Demonstrates use of photocopier, fax machine, paging system, telephone, laser printer, patient call system, electronic scanner, ambulance radio, patient security systems. Facilitates and maintains effective communications with nursing and medical staff, other departments, visitors and patients using AIDET principles. Demonstrates ability to effectively manage multiple tasks at one time. Displays exceptional customer service skills.Responsibilities, Expectations & Standards:
Commitment to the daily application of CMH's mission, vision, and core values to serve patients, their families, and our community. Promote CMH's values Maintain confidentiality Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations and standards associated with, but not limited toCMS, OSHA.
Essential Physical Demands:
Lifting-floor(0-25"): 0-5# Grasping light: 0-3 hrs/day Lifting-knee to waist: 0-5# Grasping firm: 0-3 hrs/dayLifting-waist-shldr:
0-10# Rep.use-foot:
0-3 hr/dayLifting-overhead:
0-5# Dominant hand: 0-3 hr/dayTransfers:
SBA Non-dominant hand: 0-3 hr/dayCarrying:
0-5# Bilateral hands: 0-3 hr/dayPushing:
0-35# Far acuity: 0-3 hr/dayPulling:
0-35# Near acuity: 5-8 hr/daySitting:
3-5 hr/day Depth perception: 0-3 hr/dayStanding:
0-3 hr/day Field of vision: 5-8 hr/dayWalking:
0-3 hr/dayAccommodation:
3-5 hr/dayBalancing:
0-3 hr/day Distinguish color: 0-3 hr/daySquatting:
0-3 hr/dayFeeling:
0-3 hr/day Rep.use-neck:
0-3 hr/dayHearing:
5-8 hr/dayForward Bend:
0-3 hr/dayReaching Forward:
0-3 hr/day Reaching overhead: 0-3 hr/dayWork Environment:
Works inside. Works with and around others. Has verbal face to face contact with others. Exposure to blood and body fluids, airborne pathogens, hazardous waste and chemicals, communicable disease, moving objects, high places, slippery surfaces, minimal exposure to radiation, electric, and/or mechanical equipment. Equipment Used toPerform Job:
___ Infusion Pump(S) _X_ Computers ___ Beds and Transport Systems ___ K-Packs _X_ Pagers ___ Walker ___ Glucometer _X_ Telephone ___ Heating/Cooling Blanket ___ B/P Equipment _X_ Photocopier ___ Bear Hugger ___ Otocopes _X_ Fax Machine ___ Endoscopy Equipment ___ Opthalmoscope _X_ Ambulance radio ___ Orthopedic Equipment ___ Oximeter _X_ TV/VCR ___ Dialysis Equipment ___ Alcosensor ___ Electronic Games ___ Labor & Delivery Equipment ___ Defibrillator ___ EMS Radio ___ Nursery Equipment ___ Pacemakers ___ Lifts (Hoyer/EZ) ___ Automated Medication Monitors Dispensing Machine ___ Cardiac/Telemetry ___ Wound Vac ___ Airboots/Splints ___ Cast Cutters ___ Invasive/Noninvasive ___ Suction (Wall/Gomco) ___ Apnea Monitor ___ Pressure Monitors ___ Scales ___Radiant Heat Warmer Mental Requirements:
___ Reading, simple _X_ spatial _X_ tending _X_ reading, complex _X_ form ___ precision working _X_ writing, simple _X_ clerical _X_ follow instructions ___ Writing, complex _X_ compiling _X_ influence others _X_ math skills, simple _X_ coordinating _X_ time requirement _X_ math skills, complex ___ synthesizing _X_ memorization ___ tasks, simple ___ supervising _X_ problem solving _X_ tasks, complex _X_ instructing _X_ independent judgment ___ driving _X_ decision makingPotential Job Stressors:
Work may be performed under pressure requiring close attention to detail. Environmental stimuli overload. Staffing and census fluctuations. Potential exposure to anger, fear, hostility, or violence of others.Education:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.Certifications :
___ ABI (Aggressive Behavior Interventions) ___ TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum) ___ PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) ___ ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) ___ NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Provider) ___ Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support ___ BLS (Basic Life Support)Experience :
Experience in health related occupation desirable. Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities Works directly under supervision of RN on duty. Performs assigned duties as delegated. Follows established nursing procedures. Seeks guidance when in doubt. Reports pertinent information to RN. Emotional stability and adaptability to meet demands of the situation is essential. Constant exposure to medical and personal information requires confidentiality. Responsible for own actions. May be required to float to other inpatient units as requested by management for staffing support.Schedule:
Works varied shifts including weekend and holiday rotation. Works up to 12 hour shifts.Title:
Nursing Assistant Position Accountable to:Director of Nursing Job Summary:
Assists in nursing care by performance of routine and delegated duties according to the standards. Has a knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of the patient throughout their life span. Provides clerical services to the nursing unit. Serves as a liaison for the nurse and patient in interdepartmental communications. Functions in public relations role as receptionist. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department. Birth- 1 yr 1
- 11 yrs 12
- 17 yrs 18
- 65 yrs over 65 yrs _X_ _X_ _X_ _X_ _X_ Infancy Pediatrics Adolescent Adulthood Geriatric Responsibilities, Expectations & Standards Commitment to the daily application of CMH's mission, vision, and core values to serve patients, their families, and our community.
Essential Job Functions:
Demonstrates proficient skills in multiple modules of the Client Server system Demonstrates ability to effectively manage multiple tasks at one time. Demonstrates use of photocopier, fax machine, paging system, telephone, laser printer, patient call system, patient security systems Required to perform technical skills as listed: Transports Meal Trays Administers Enemas Bed Making Able to communicate via Microsoft Outlook Assists Patient With Activity,(I.E. Chair Transfers, Carrying Infants and Toddlers) Perform Skills To Obtain Vital Signs, Intake & Output, and Patient Weights. Ambulate Patients And Push Wheelchairs/Carts Etc. Provides Personal Care For Patients Such As Bed Baths, Shampoo Hair, Shaving And Oral Hygiene. Able To Assist With Feeding Patients. Maintains Clean Environment For The Patient In Their Room. Collect, Label and Transport Body Fluid Specimens Catheter Care Prioritizes And Processes Multiple Tasks In A Timely Manner Promotes Effective Verbal And Written Communication Skills Documents in MediTech Demonstrates understanding and appropriate utilization of the child security system. Performs delegated patient assignments/duties. Uses Equipment And Supplies Effectively And Efficiently.Essential Physical Demands:
Functional activities includeLifting-floor:
0-35#Grasping Light:
5-8 hr/dayLifting-knee-waist:
0-35#Grasping Firm:
0-3 hr/day Lifting-waist- shoulder: 0-25# Rep.