Clinical Assistant Maternity - FT - Nights

Cayuga Medical Center

1d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Assistant provides a wide array of clinical support services on the Maternity patient care unit at Arnot Ogden Medical Center. In collaboration with the Unit Director and Staff Development Instructor, and under the supervision of Staff Registered Nurses, the Clinical Assistant plans and reviews equipment and supply needs, assists nursing staff with specific technical procedures, and assists with patient care. The position reports to the Unit Director. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a Monday–Sunday night schedule. The posted pay range is $18.73–$25.23, and the role offers a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500.

Requirements

High school diploma, or comparable work experience accepted as a substitute for formal educational credentials.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
Ability to read and write.
Ability to perform direct patient care tasks.
Ability to remain on one's feet for much of the time.
Appreciable physical effort, including lifting, pulling, pushing, and moving patients of various sizes and abilities; some lifting, reaching, and stooping.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a health care environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate competency in skills and procedures.
Perform competently in emergency situations, remain calm, and stay available during code situations.
Perform patient care, document it, and report patient data to the RN in a timely manner.
Use effective problem identification and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrate effective conflict-resolution processes.
Recognize changes in patient status and immediately advise appropriate personnel.
Set priorities effectively.
Apply institutional safety requirements, including the Medical Device Reporting Law.
Remove broken or defective equipment from service, ensure proper documentation, and follow up with the appropriate department to ensure repair or replacement.
Keep the Unit Director informed of supply and equipment issues, including reordering needs or vendor performance concerns.
Follow infection-control policies and procedures, using appropriate personal protective equipment and technique.
Plan and review equipment and supply needs, assist nursing staff with specific technical procedures, and assist with patient care.