Patient Care Associate/Unit Secretary Couplet Part Time Days SLB

Up to $6,000 Sign-On bonus based on experience

Position Summary

Under the direction/supervision of an RN, provides basic nursing care for assigned group of patients 
General Nursing Units cares for patients from age 15 years to maturity by clinically competent nursing staff.
Special Care Areas cares for patients from age 15 years through adult with high risk conditions by clinically competent nursing staff.
Maternal Child Units: Labor and Delivery care includes patients who have a pregnancy related condition by staff who are clinically competent in maternity care. 
                                  Nursery care includes care for newborn until discharge status by clinically competent staff. 
                                  Pediatric clinically competent staff provides care to patients from neonate through age of eighteen.
GI Lab Unit cares for toddlers, beginning age 24 months, through adult by clinically competent staff.
Chemical Dependent Unit and Psychiatric Unit cares for adult patients and family with holistic approach to emotional problems by clinically competent nursing staff.
Emergency Unit provides care to presenting patients of all ages by clinically competent staff in pediatric and high- risk adult care.
Surgical Services provides care to patients from neonate to geriatric.

Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
 

Position Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent
PREFERRED EDUCATION: Satisfactorily completed a Nurse Assistant, EMT, Paramedic or Medical Assisting course.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 6 months in healthcare industry and/or knowledge of basic medical terms and procedures
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:
REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): 

• Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention obtained with 60 days of hire or transfer to position

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The Nurse Tech assists in the care of patients and in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for patients and staff. May function as the unit secretary, responsible for correct and timely order transcription, maintenance of the medical record, inventory management, and clerical duties as assigned. 
A pleasant, reassuring atmosphere is provided for patients and families. All patients are treated with respect while maintaining their privacy and confidentiality. Patient rounds are performed at ordered intervals, as defined by the patient population, to ensure adequate supplies are available, the patient is comfortable, and the call bell is within reach. Catheters and collection devices are emptied each shift or as necessary, and characteristics/volume are reported. Assists in Indirect Patient Care Functions and transport. Transcribes physicians' orders in a timely manner.

Education:

Required:  High School Diploma or GED   

Experience:

Preferred: 6 months of related experience.

Certifications:

Required: CNA certification in current state.  AHA BLS.

Physical Demands:

 

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