Patient Care Assistant - Intermountain Medical Center - Surgical Trauma
Location: Murray Utah
Description: Intermountain Home Care is looking of Patient Care Assistant - Intermountain Medical Center - Surgical Trauma right now, this vacancy will be placed in Utah. Detailed specification about this vacancy opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Intermountain Medical Center Surgical Trauma is a very unique unit that cares for a variety of patients. We care f! or all trauma patients that come into the hospital, either from the ER, OR, or Shock Trauma ICU. These patients are a very diverse population depending on what their trauma involves. We also care for all general surgical patients, including: GYN, general surgery, special GYN oncology surgery, jaw, plastic, and urology. This is a very dynamic, fast paced unit. This is a great place to get a little bit of everything in nursing and to obtain great nursing experience and skills.
The Patient Care Assistant is a vital part of the patient care team providing care and comfort to patients and families under the direction of the nursing staff. In this position you will be able to utilize and develop your clinical skills to ensure a positive patient experience.
Patient Care:
1. Prioritizes and delivers basic patient care which may include toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient ne! eds.
2. Assists with admission, discharge, and transfer of! patients.
3. Provides excellent customer service when responding to patient/family requests.
4. Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner. Reports changes in the patient condition quickly, and secures qualified assistance as needed.
Collaboration:
1. Collaborates and consults with RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team for best patient care.
2. Demonstrate effective teamwork, prioritization, communication, and organization.
3. Performs non-nursing duties as delegated, i.e.: cleaning, stocking, answering phones, clerical support, providing directions, etc.
4. Implements plan of care as delegated.
5. Performs assigned duties within scope of practice and performs specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards. Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.
Entry Rate: $10.0! 8
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Shift Details: This is a Full time, Variable shift position which requires rotating weekends. (Variable shift includes Day and Night shifts. The 12 hour shifts starting at 6:30 am/pm.)
Minimum Requirements
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Certification OR current enrollment in an accredited nursing school with successful completion of first clinical rotation
- This position requires verifiable current Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer CPR certification. An original card must be verified prior to start date or the job offer will be withdrawn. For additional information regarding CPR requirements please visit our Job Requirements Page .
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Must be able to regularly lift 50 pounds unassisted, be on your feet for entire shift
- Must be able to transfer and positi! on patients independently and safely
- Six months previous Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) work experience.
- Basic computer skills
After applying, please check your email often. Some positions require assessment testing and notification will be sent to you through email. Once the email notification is sent, you will have 24 hours to complete the assessment. If the assessment is not completed within the allotted time frame, your application may not be considered further.
All positions subject to close without notice
Intermountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V
Salary: . Date posted: 10/03/2013
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If you were eligible to this vacancy, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Intermountain Home Care.
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This vacancy starts available on: Fri, 04 Oct 2013 02:23:04 GMT
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