Certified Patient Care Assistant CNA LNA Abdominal Transplant

Banner Health•Tucson, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Banner University Medical Center Tucson is seeking a Certified Patient Care Assistant to join its 24-bed abdominal transplant and surgical oncology unit. The unit cares for abdominal transplant patients, including kidney, liver, and pancreas transplant patients, as well as surgical oncology patients. This fast-paced role provides routine patient care to promote comfort and support the overall plan of care, while also collecting and documenting patient data and performing unit-support functions. The position works under supervision and is responsible for an assigned unit, with a strong focus on customer service and interaction with staff, patients, families, and physicians. The role is full-time, with three 12-hour day shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Weekend and holiday rotations are required. Self-scheduling is available for shifts and weekend coverage. An 18% night-shift differential and a flat $1-per-hour weekend-shift differential are noted when applicable. The role includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent working knowledge.
Current BLS certification.
Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of practice is required for new hires in Tucson.
Skills and abilities typically attained with one year of medical clerical experience, preferably in a hospital or physician office, or prior customer service experience.
Excellent organizational skills and effective human relations and communication skills.
Working knowledge of medical terminology, computer literacy, and keyboarding skills.
Depending on department assignment, a minimum passing score of 85% on an ECG or EEG test, with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias and epileptiform activity.
Depending on department assignment, successful completion of a unit-approved basic electrocardiogram interpretation course, electroencephalographic interpretation course, or on-the-job training.
Employees in specified behavioral health settings serving children, and Banner Home Care AZ employees, must have and maintain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card; an Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire where specified.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) licensure in Arizona.
Recent healthcare experience.
Successful completion of an approved unit secretary program.
Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with activities of daily living, hygiene, mobility, and nutritional intake.
Collect patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output, and other delegated measurements, and document objective data and routine care in accordance with policy and standards.
Transport patient specimens and report abnormalities or changes in patient health status and response to treatment to a licensed professional.
Communicate patient status accurately and completely to other caregivers to promote continuity of care.
Perform delegated procedures and use equipment within demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice; procedures may include blood draws, Foley catheter removal, EKGs, and EKG monitoring.
Provide supplies, support, and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit-specific procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.
Perform receptionist and clerical duties, support communication and information flow, and participate in resolving customer problems or refer them to the appropriate person.
Maintain patient records, including admission, transfer, and discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms; scan or file reports and chart forms and keep forms and patient education materials accessible.
Assist with ordering patient specimens and may transcribe and process physician orders using the electronic medical record.
Maintain office, dietary, and medical supplies; complete requisitions, reconcile deliveries, and track electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners and laptop computers.
Depending on assignment, transport patients, including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to critical care, and participate in operating room turnover.