Clinical Assistant, Inpatient Medicine (9 East) - 36hrs

9 East is a 25-bed inpatient medical unit that operates 24/7, caring for patients of all ages with conditions such as general medical, gastroenterology, pulmonary, immunology, rheumatology, metabolism, toxicology and behavioral health issues. Assisting patients with feeding and hygiene, obtaining, measuring and recording routine information such as temperature, pulse and blood pressure, and performing other related duties according to specific needs of unit.

Position Summary/Department Summary:
9 East is a 25-bed inpatient medical unit that operates 24/7, caring for patients of all ages with conditions such as general medical, gastroenterology, pulmonary, immunology, rheumatology, metabolism, toxicology and behavioral health issues. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Under regular supervision and following established procedures and instructions, providing basic direct care to patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse.
• Assisting patients with feeding and hygiene, obtaining, measuring and recording routine information such as temperature, pulse and blood pressure, and performing other related duties according to specific needs of unit.
• Transporting patients, supplies and equipment as needed.
• Identifying and reporting unusual findings or changes in patient condition to Registered Nurse.
• 36hrs rotating days/nights and every third weekend.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:

• A HS Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• 1 year CA experience, CNA certification, or Nursing Student with at least one clinical rotation.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work on a team.
• The ability to work on a team.
• The ability to: exchange information on factual matters, greet visitors, explain hospital policies and relay messages to appropriate personnel. All interactions require courtesy and respect.

NOTE: This is a permanent position and we are unable consider temporary hires, for example, summer only.