Unit Secretary / Nursing Assistant

Location:

Redfield, SD

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day/Evening/Weekend/Holiday Shift (United States of America)

Redfield Community Memorial Hospital and Clinic is seeking a qualified individual to join our team!

Position Highlights

Department: Nursing

Title: Health Unit Coordinator FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Accountable to: Director of Nursing

Job Summary:

Provides clerical services to the nursing unit. Serves as a liaison for the nurse and patient in interdepartmental communications. Functions in public relations role as receptionist. May assist in nursing care under the direction of the RN caring for that patient.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department.

Birth- 1 yr 1- 11 yrs 12- 17 yrs 18 - 65 yrs over 65 yrs

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Infancy Pediatrics Adolescent Adulthood Geriatric

Essential Job Functions:

• Demonstrates proficient skills in multiple modules of the Client Server system
• Demonstrates proficient skills in the use of medical terminology
• Demonstrates use of photocopier, fax machine, paging system, telephone, laser printer, patient call system, electronic scanner, ambulance radio, patient security systems.
• Facilitates and maintains effective communications with nursing and medical staff, other departments, visitors and patients using AIDET principles.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively manage multiple tasks at one time.
• Displays exceptional customer service skills.

Responsibilities, Expectations & Standards:

• Commitment to the daily application of CMH's mission, vision, and core values to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote CMH's values
• Maintain confidentiality
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations and standards associated with, but not limited to CMS, OSHA.

Essential Physical Demands:

Lifting-floor(0-25"): 0-5# Grasping light: 0-3 hrs/day

Lifting-knee to waist: 0-5# Grasping firm: 0-3 hrs/day

Lifting-waist-shldr: 0-10# Rep.use-foot: 0-3 hr/day

Lifting-overhead: 0-5# Dominant hand: 0-3 hr/day

Transfers: SBA Non-dominant hand: 0-3 hr/day

Carrying: 0-5# Bilateral hands: 0-3 hr/day

Pushing: 0-35# Far acuity: 0-3 hr/day

Pulling: 0-35# Near acuity: 5-8 hr/day

Sitting: 3-5 hr/day Depth perception: 0-3 hr/day

Standing: 0-3 hr/day Field of vision: 5-8 hr/day

Walking: 0-3 hr/day Accommodation: 3-5 hr/day

Balancing: 0-3 hr/day Distinguish color: 0-3 hr/day

Squatting: 0-3 hr/day Feeling: 0-3 hr/day

Rep.use-neck: 0-3 hr/day Hearing: 5-8 hr/day

Forward Bend: 0-3 hr/day Reaching Forward: 0-3 hr/day

Reaching overhead: 0-3 hr/day

Work Environment:

Works inside. Works with and around others. Has verbal face to face contact with others. Exposure to blood and body fluids, airborne pathogens, hazardous waste and chemicals, communicable disease, moving objects, high places, slippery surfaces, minimal exposure to radiation, electric, and/or mechanical equipment.

Equipment Used to Perform Job:

_ Infusion Pump(S) X Computers _ Beds and Transport Systems

_ K-Packs X Pagers _ Walker

_ Glucometer X Telephone _ Heating/Cooling Blanket

_ B/P Equipment X Photocopier _ Bear Hugger

_ Otocopes X Fax Machine _ Endoscopy Equipment

_ Opthalmoscope X Ambulance radio _ Orthopedic Equipment

_ Oximeter X TV/VCR _ Dialysis Equipment

Alcosensor Electronic Games ___ Labor & Delivery

Equipment

Defibrillator EMS Radio ___ Nursery Equipment

Pacemakers Lifts (Hoyer/EZ) ___ Automated Medication

Monitors Dispensing Machine

Cardiac/Telemetry Wound Vac ___ Airboots/Splints

Cast Cutters Invasive/Noninvasive ___ Suction (Wall/Gomco)

Apnea Monitor Pressure Monitors

Scales Radiant Heat Warmer

Mental Requirements:

___ Reading, simple X spatial X tending

X reading, complex X form ___ precision working

X writing, simple X clerical X follow instructions

___ Writing, complex X compiling X influence others

X math skills, simple X coordinating X time requirement

X math skills, complex ___ synthesizing X memorization

tasks, simple supervising X problem solving

X tasks, complex X instructing X independent judgment

___ driving X decision making

Potential Job Stressors:

Work may be performed under pressure requiring close attention to detail. Environmental stimuli overload. Staffing and census fluctuations. Potential exposure to anger, fear, hostility, or violence of others.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Certifications:

___ ABI (Aggressive Behavior Interventions)

___ TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum)

___ PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

___ ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

___ NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Provider)

___ Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support

___ BLS (Basic Life Support)

Experience:

Experience in health related occupation desirable.

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

Works directly under supervision of RN on duty. Performs assigned duties as delegated. Follows established nursing procedures. Seeks guidance when in doubt. Reports pertinent information to RN. Emotional stability and adaptability to meet demands of the situation is essential. Constant exposure to medical and personal information requires confidentiality. Responsible for own actions. May be required to float to other inpatient units as requested by management for staffing support.

Schedule:

Works varied shifts including weekend and holiday rotation. Works up to 12 hour shifts.

Title: Nursing Assistant

Position Accountable to: Director of Nursing

Job Summary:

Assists in nursing care by performance of routine and delegated duties according to the standards. Has a knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of the patient throughout their life span. Provides clerical services to the nursing unit. Serves as a liaison for the nurse and patient in interdepartmental communications. Functions in public relations role as receptionist.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department.

Birth- 1 yr 1- 11 yrs 12- 17 yrs 18 - 65 yrs over 65 yrs

XXXXX

Infancy Pediatrics Adolescent Adulthood Geriatric

Responsibilities, Expectations & Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of CMH's mission, vision, and core values to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote CMH's values
• Maintain confidentiality
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations and standards associated with, but not limited to CMS, and OSHA.
• Facilitates and maintains effective communications with nursing and medical staff, other departments, visitors and patients using AIDET principles.

Essential Job Functions:

• Demonstrates proficient skills in multiple modules of the Client Server system
• Demonstrates ability to effectively manage multiple tasks at one time.
• Demonstrates use of photocopier, fax machine, paging system, telephone, laser printer, patient call system, patient security systems

Required to perform technical skills as listed:

• Transports Meal Trays
• Administers Enemas
• Bed Making
• Able to communicate via Microsoft Outlook
• Assists Patient With Activity,(I.E. Chair Transfers, Carrying Infants and Toddlers)
• Perform Skills To Obtain Vital Signs, Intake & Output, and Patient Weights.
• Ambulate Patients And Push Wheelchairs/Carts Etc.
• Provides Personal Care For Patients Such As Bed Baths, Shampoo Hair, Shaving And Oral Hygiene.
• Able To Assist With Feeding Patients.
• Maintains Clean Environment For The Patient In Their Room.
• Collect, Label and Transport Body Fluid Specimens
• Catheter Care
• Prioritizes And Processes Multiple Tasks In A Timely Manner
• Promotes Effective Verbal And Written Communication Skills
• Documents in MediTech
• Demonstrates understanding and appropriate utilization of the child security system.
• Performs delegated patient assignments/duties.
• Uses Equipment And Supplies Effectively And Efficiently.

Essential Physical Demands:

Functional activities include

Lifting-floor: 0-35# Grasping Light: 5-8 hr/day

Lifting-knee-waist: 0-35# Grasping Firm: 0-3 hr/day

Lifting-waist- shoulder: 0-25# Rep.use-foot: 0-3 hr/day

Lifting-overhead: 0-20# Dominant Hand: 5-8 hr/day

Transfers: 0-40# Non-dominant Hand: 0-3 hr/day

Carrying: 0-50# Bilateral Hands: 5-8 hr/day

Pushing/Pulling: 0-65# Far Acuity: 0-3 hr/day

Sitting: 0-3 hr/day Near Acuity: 5-8 hr/day

Standing: 3-5 hr/day Depth Perception: 5-8 hr/day

Walking: 5-8 hr/day Field of Vision: 5-8 hr/day

Climbing: 0-3 hr/day Accommodation: 5-8 hr/day

Balancing: 0-3 hr/day Feeling: 3-5 hr/day

Squatting: 0-3 hr/day Hearing: 5-8 hr/day

Kneeling: 0-3 hr/day Smelling: 5-8 hr/day

Crawling: 0-3 hr/day Forward Bend: 3-5 hr/day

Reaching forward: 5-8 hr/day Reaching overhead: 0-3 hr/day

Distinguish color 8+ hr/day

Work Environment:

Works inside. Works with and around others, has verbal contact and face to face contact with others. Exposure to, blood and body fluids, airborne pathogens, hazardous waste and chemicals, communicable disease, moving objects, high places, slippery surfaces. Minimal exposure to radiation, electric, and/or mechanical equipment.

Equipment Used to Perform Job:

Computers, K-packs, wheelchairs, blood pressure cuffs, Electronic Vital Sign Equipment, Suction Equipment, O2, Gomco, telephone, , stethoscopes, telemetry, bed scales, lift devices, scales, thermometers, beds, ice bags, ice collar, patient call system, apnea monitor

Mental Requirements:

X reading, simple X spatial X tending

reading, complex X form precision working

X writing, simple X clerical X follow instructions

____ writing, complex X compiling X influence others

X math skills, simple ____ coordinating X time requirement

math skills, complex analyzing X memorization

X tasks, simple ____ synthesizing X problem solving

tasks, complex supervising X independent judgment

____ driving X instructing X decision making

Potential Job Stressors:

Work may be performed under pressure requiring close attention to detail. Environmental stimuli overload. Staffing and census fluctuations. Potential exposure to anger, fear, hostility, or violence of others.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Certification Requirements for Position:

þ BLS (Basic Life Support)

o ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Course)
• TCAR (Trauma Care After Resuscitation
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)

Experience:

Previous hospital experience, nursing home experience, nurse aid class or nursing student experience desired, not required.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Works directly under supervision of R.N. on duty. Performs assigned duties as delegated. Follows established nursing procedures. Seeks guidance when in doubt. Reports pertinent information to RN. Emotional stability and adaptability to meet demands of the situation is essential. Constant exposure to medical and personal information requires confidentiality. Responsible for own actions. May be required to float to other inpatient units as requested by management for staffing support.

Schedule:

Works varied shifts including weekend and holiday rotation. Works up to 12 hour shifts.