Medical Observation Nursing Assistant
About The Position
The Medical Observation Unit consists of 54 beds where patients are categorized as Observation secondary to insurance requirements. This is a medical unit. Patients are admitted from the Emergency Department with various conditions including mental status changes, long term placement needs, pain, cardiac issues, TIA, rule out CVA, UTI, pneumonia, geriatric, and behavioral issues. If patients meet criteria for a higher level of care, they will be transferred to the assigned progressive or inpatient unit. Staff complete an assessment and shift documentation according to the Observation documentation policy. There is rapid patient turnover on this unit, with potential for 1-4 discharges, transfers, and assessments during a 12-hour shift.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support required
- Current CNA certification preferred
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides care to the patient according to the plan of care, unit routine and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
- Safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services and appropriate documentation of services.
- Provides the services of an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation, either in person or via remote video monitoring, to maximize his/her safety.
- Performs general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.
- Documentation of care provided in the electronic medical record.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
- Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
