1-CNA/Ward Clerk; PCU;7am-7pm: 72 HRS; WKND Rotating

Nurse Aide / Ward Clerk must have the skill and knowledge to provide population specific care.  He/She must have the ability to assess and identify needs and requirements of the patient and report the findings appropriately to the charge nurse/team leader.
The Nurse Aide / Ward Clerk reports directly to charge nurse/team leader.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education:
a.) High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
b.) Completion of certified nurse assistant course.
c.) Secretarial background with some medical terminology and usage preferred.

 

2. Licensure/Certification:
a.) BLS certification required within 6 months of employment.
b.) MO CNA, EMT, or have completed Fundamentals Class in Nursing school.

3. Work Experience:
a.) Successful completion of hospital orientation.

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES:

1.  Ensure self-compliance with professional, regulatory, and government standards of   
     care.

2.  Demonstrate the knowledge and skill to perform clerical duties and personal care in
     regards to the patient. He/She will accurately transcribe orders and other clinical data.

3.  Hold self-accountable and responsible for work performance and continuous
     improvement of patient care in his/her work area and throughout hospital.

4.  Organize care and prioritize it by communicating and collaborating with others for a
     multidisciplinary approach to provide a continuity of care.

5.  Ensure the satisfactory completion of clerical and personal care for patient and family.

6.  Other duties as assigned.  


REQUIRED STAFF COMPETENCIES:

1. Demonstrates support for organizational and departmental mission.

2. Supports and demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Plan and the Hospital Key
     Initiatives.

3. Fosters and promotes teamwork within department and the organization as a whole. 

4. Works to resolves conflicts constructively and in a timely manner.

5. Ability to communicate effectively and simply with every customer and co-worker.

6. Ability to display a positive, courteous and friendly attitude toward all contacts.

7. Ability to build good relationships with others based upon a sustained effort of mutual
    support toward common goals.

8. Ability to exercise good judgment, reasoning and concentration to detail and to take
    personal accountability for all actions in carrying out job duties.

9. Is customer focused and committed to Quality and Process Improvement with a strong desire to provide service excellence.

10. Possesses and displays a strong knowledge and understanding of the standards of practice for their position including, if and when applicable, commensurate computer skills; population specific and general competencies; organizational skills, time and project management.

11. Possesses a vigorous and enthusiastic desire to learn and to grow both personally and professionally, and to improve one's skills in order to deliver the best possible care for our customers.


WORKING CONDITIONS:

1.  Direct patient contact, possible exposure to infections, communicable diseases and
     bloodborne pathogens.

2.  Occasionally exposed to radiation and electromechanical hazards.

3.  Works indoors in well-lighted and ventilated environment.

4.  Handles emergency or crisis situations.

5.  Occasionally subjected to irregular hours.

6.  Subjected to frequent interruptions.

7.  Comply with ADA guidelines.


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