Clinical Associate

Sovah Martinsville

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come to work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do. Licensed for 220 beds, SOVAH Health—Martinsville is a full-service, acute-care hospital providing over 22 medical specialties. Among the services we offer are a home health and hospice agency, an advanced wound healing center, a cardiac rehabilitation center, two cardiac catheterization labs, and medical and radiation oncology services.

Where We Are:

In Martinsville, explore culture and arts, enjoy kayaking or hiking, and so much more in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From the river to the racetrack, we offer plenty of activities to guarantee that you and your family have a fun-filled time!

Why Choose Us:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

· Professional development, Growth Opportunities, and Mentor-based training

· And much more…

Position Summary:

Sovah Martinsville is seeking a full-time Clinical Associate to join our day shift team (7 a.m. - 7 p.m. & EOW). 

The CA will provide direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a registered nurse and/or physician, and will assist with personal care and comfort, maintaining a safe and clean environment, while also ensuring the proper use and maintenance of equipment and supplies. Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities.

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including obtaining and recording vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature, as directed.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to the nursing staff.
• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean, and orderly.
• Assists patients in the use of toilet facilities, including bedpans.
• Assists patients with ambulation, including the use of walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable.
• Assists patients with feeding, when needed.
• Assists patient with fluid intake, as directed, and measures and records fluid intake and output.
• Repositioned patient as appropriate.
• Checks diapers/underpads with each position change and ensures patient cleanliness; provides linen change as needed.
• Utilizes the proper patient identification system, i.e., two patient identifiers.

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