CNA: Pre-Op/Post-Op (Days)

Boys Town • Omaha, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs receptionist, certified nursing assistant (CNA), and supply management duties in the specified hospital unit. Provides coverage to other hospital units as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 16 years of age required.
• CNA certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience utilizing multiple computer systems (e.g. Microsoft, Electronic Health Record) required.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in dealing with PHI and other sensitive information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with members of the healthcare team.
• Embodies the patient-centered, family friendly work environment culture at BTNRH.
• Ability to apply strong organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively use a computer, office equipment (copier, scanner) and other equipment required to complete daily tasks.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in high-stress, high volume environments.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of one year of CNA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs receptionist duties including directing visitors and patients' family members; answering incoming phone calls and questions from visitors; directs physicians and other hospital personnel with locating patients or providers; utilizes strong customer services skills.
• Performs administrative duties as directed: Responsible for scanning the patient chart as directed by Health Information Management.
• Approves open and closed electronic medical record documents.
• Assists in coordination of ancillary departments for patient care.
• Assists with incoming and outgoing mail.
• Responsible/coordinates for maintenance and repairs of Nurse's Station equipment (i.e. copier, fax, etc).
• Orders office supplies under direction of the Director.
• Responsible for ordering galley supplies, maintaining orderliness, and recording daily temperature for refrigerator/freezer. Maintains a working relationship with BTNRH Dietary Specialist.
• In collaboration with nursing staff, assists with chart preparation. Assures patient rooms are setup for admissions the following day.
• Ensures supply carts and procedure cart in patient rooms are stocked. Will contact Director(s), Laboratory, and/or operating room to request additional supplies, as necessary.
• Contacts physician office to obtain any required document for the patient.
• Performs point of care testing.
• Performs EKG's as indicated.
• Maintains charge capture especially for billable supplies.
• Utilizes CNA skills to assist RN's in rooming patients. Assists with obtaining vital signs and reviewing the Patient Handbook with the parents.
• Helps coordinate patient transfers, including preparing transport carts.
• Assists nursing staff as needed in performing routine patient care (feeding, bathing, ambulation, and making beds).
• Organizes nursing station as needed.
• Follows hospital policy and procedures and assists in unit responsibilities for readiness for Joint Commission visits.
• Maintains downtime forms.
• Works collaboratively with the Patient Access Department to register patients admitted to the unit or transferring from the unit, and/or assisting with patient discharge follow-up clinic appointments, as needed.
• Maintains admission/discharge logbook and census documentation where indicated.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.
• Provides patient care and education according to the patient population served.
• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

Benefits

• Reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits.
• Low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs.
• No cost mental health visits to an in-network provider.
• Generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Parenting resources from experts.
• Professional development opportunities within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED