Clinical Associate - Med Surg, Full-Time, Night Shift

University of Chicago•Harvey, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as a Clinical Associate (CNA) in the Med Surg unit. This fully onsite position requires the employee to be based in the greater Chicagoland area. With leadership from the Manager and Clinical Supervisor, the Clinical Associate performs assigned supportive work connected with patient care, including functional tasks and skills. The role uses interactive processes to meet or exceed the expectations of patients, physicians, families, and significant others while providing high-quality, cost-effective care and treatment. The associate demonstrates the skills and knowledge needed to care for patients according to unit-specific competencies and the Center's Scope of Care, with consideration for the ages and needs of the patients served. The Clinical Associate prepares patients, assists with meals, and provides direct care to meet patients' personal, physical, and comfort needs.

Requirements

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
High school diploma or equivalent.
Completed Medical Terminology course.
Past or current experience in an acute care hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Promote the values and mission of Ingalls Memorial Hospital.
Promote clinical excellence and service.
Act as a patient and family advocate.
Provide comfort measures and assistance to patients and families.
Perform hourly rounds and meet patient needs as appropriate.
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed to provide care according to unit-specific competencies and the Scope of Care.
Understand growth and development and respond effectively to the unique needs of specific patient populations.
Under the leadership of the staff nurse, follow the plan of care by completing assigned direct-patient-care tasks.
Assist with admissions by setting up patient rooms; orienting patients to rooms; obtaining height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure (in both arms when applicable); changing clothing; and labeling and storing personal care items.
Observe and follow infection-control policies and procedures.