Patient Care Assistant CNA LNA NSICU
Banner HealthAbout the role
Primary City/State:
Tucson, ArizonaDepartment Name:
ICU T1 8NSWork Shift:
NightJob Category:
Clinical CareGreat careers start with great training. The people of Banner Health are focused on delivering excellent care to our patients. In return, we are committed to excellence in personal development for all our team members. Apply today.
Banner University Medical Center - Tucson (BUMC-Tucson) is an Academic, Level 1 Trauma hospital in Southern Arizona and has expanded and has the newest patient care equipment and computers for state-of-the-art care.
BUMC-Tucson has four adult ICU teams, including the Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU), Medical ICU (MICU), Neurosciences ICU (NSICU) and Surgical Trauma ICU (STICU). We are currently seeking a Full-Time Certified Patient Care Assistant to join our Banner University Medical Center- Tucson Medical ICU Team!
As a BUMC -Tucson Certified PCA, you will become an integral part of our wonderful culture and a passion for providing only the highest standard of care to a diverse patient population within a fast-paced environment.
Full-Time Night Shift Available (Three, 12-hour shifts)
Shift Hours 7:00PM -7:30AM
Weekend Rotations are required in this role. 4 Weekend shifts required each month
Rotating Holidays Required - 1 major and 3 minor
Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-Night Shift differential when applicable
POSITION SUMMARY:
This incumbent provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contributes to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical records. The position also performs a variety of support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assists with daily living activities and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance with nutritional intake as needed.
2. Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.
3. Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
4. Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice. Procedures may include blood draws, foley catheter removal, IV removal, EKGs and Health Unit Coordinator duties. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to clinical staff and patients for procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.
5. Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.
6. Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need t
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