Health Care Technician II Mentor (AAU B2) - Central Regional Hospital
About The Position
The primary purpose of the Therapeutic Support Specialist II is to mentor the TSS I personnel on B2 Adult Admission Unit. The TSS II will also perform all the tasks, duties and responsibilities of lower level TSS (I) as required in patient care. This role functions within the scope of a Certified Nursing Assistant – all duties are delegated by, and completed under the supervision of a Licensed Registered Nurse. The position will function among varying patient population with varying legal and security status. This position will functions in an environment requiring complex multi-tasking and adjusting to sudden changes in the work environment. Demonstrated flexibility while working with others in a team environment.
Requirements
- High school or General Educational Development diploma and one year of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Special Condition for Continued Employment Listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation (If applicants are not NA I certified and are selected for a position, training will be offered by the hospital. However, certification must be obtained, and employee must pass all facility required training as a condition of employment).
- Advanced Physical Skills (APS) certification through the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and CPR certification within 60 days
- Valid driver's license
- This position is designated as mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.
Nice To Haves
- Nurse Aide I listing by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation. (If applicants are not NA I certified and are selected for a position, training will be offered by the hospital. However, certification must be obtained, and employee must pass all facility required training as a condition of employment.)
- Knowledge of principles and practices of a certified nursing assistant (including bio-statistical data such as vital signs, lab work and specimen collections)
- Knowledge of patient interactions involving behavioral, physical and medical interventions (within scope)
- Ability to work with behaviorally difficult patients while maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment
Responsibilities
- Mentor the TSS I personnel on B2 Adult Admission Unit.
- Perform all the tasks, duties and responsibilities of lower level TSS (I) as required in patient care.
- Function within the scope of a Certified Nursing Assistant – all duties are delegated by, and completed under the supervision of a Licensed Registered Nurse.
- Function among varying patient population with varying legal and security status.
- Function in an environment requiring complex multi-tasking and adjusting to sudden changes in the work environment.
- Demonstrate flexibility while working with others in a team environment.
Benefits
- Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).
- Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.
- In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
