Certified Nursing Assistant- Infusion

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center•Seattle, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant (NAC) participates as a team member in the overall functioning of the clinic. The NAC is responsible for the flow of the patients each day and perform duties as described in the Primary Responsibilities section. This position is a .90 FTE with variable hours, shifts and days. This position does include some weekend shifts. The location is onsite at South Lake Union.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Certification as a Nursing Assistant in the state of Washington required.
Current BLS AHA Health Provider Card (or equivalent course, such as by the American Red Cross) and renewal required every two years
Knowledge of human growth and development to modify care to age and developmental stage of the patient.
Physically able to perform the tasks of the role, such as walking, standing, pushing, and bending; lifting patients, equipment and linen supplies; and performing nursing procedures.
Ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve
Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear and concise manner
Ability to follow direction and guidance
Ability to recognize limitations and seek help
Ability to identify learning needs and plan learning opportunities
Ability to appropriately respond to emergencies or disaster per clinic protocol and scope of practice
Experience with Electronic Medical Records
Strong interpersonal and customer services skills
Ability to work in a fast paced, complex healthcare environment

Responsibilities

Patient Flow Rooms patients and families to patient care area
Conducts clerical tasks, patient transport, cleaning and restocking of rooms, and other requests to maintain clinic flow
Patient Care Responsible for patient care activities including, but not limited to: vital signs, ECG, patient ADLs, and patient transport.
Responsible for and trained to use patient lift equipment
Recognizes symptoms of common medical illnesses, abnormal vital signs (including pain) and immediately escalates to RN and/or provider.
Documents vital signs and other patient information per policy
Assists with procedures as directed
Recognizes different types of isolation requirements and uses appropriate precautions.
Customer Service Demonstrates behavior which maintains and respects patient’s rights and privacy, as well as promotes independence.
Demonstrates sensitivity to patient’s/families emotional, social, and mental health needs.
Acts as a courteous, polite representative of Fred Hutch.
Creates a safe and comfortable environment by demonstrating caring behavior and conveying confidence.
Promotes and maintains effective communication as evidenced by: Demonstrating respect for the ideas, opinions, and feelings of others. Seeking help with problem-solving as needed. Giving and receiving appropriate feedback
Fiscal Responsibilities: Charges for supplies and equipment appropriately.
Role Development: Takes initiative and responsibility for identifying and pursuing learning opportunities.
HIPAA – Patient Privacy: Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of patient privacy rights. Maintains confidentiality of all medical, financial, or other sensitive materials and information in printed, electronic or verbal form, which may jeopardize the privacy of patients. Accesses and uses the minimum necessary patient identifiable information to perform job responsibilities and duties and only for authorized purposes.
HIPAA – Employee Privacy Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of and maintains confidentiality of employee information and Fred Hutch strategic plans and initiatives, financial information or other sensitive materials and information in printed, electronic or verbal form, which may jeopardize employee rights or organization’s operations. Accesses and uses the minimum necessary employee and organization information to perform job responsibilities and duties and only for authorized purposes