Nurse Assistant - MG2 Telemetry - Per Diem Days
About The Position
The Nurse Assistant provides direct, basic patient care under the guidance and direction of a Registered Nurse. The role also includes caring for and cleaning specific equipment, stocking supplies and equipment, and transporting patients, supplies, and equipment. The position is on the MG2 Telemetry unit at St. Mary Medical Center, which cares for tele-monitored patients and has approximately 48 beds, double rooms, and a 4:1–6:1 nurse-to-patient ratio. This is a per diem, Tier III position. Tier III requires 144 hours within each six-week schedule, including four weekend shifts, one winter holiday shift (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's), and one spring/summer holiday shift (Memorial Day, Fourth of July, or Labor Day). The day shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- PA Nurse Aide Registry certification (CNA) or completion of at least one semester of clinical rotations in an accredited nursing program.
- One year of relevant experience and/or relevant certification (EMT) may be considered in lieu of the required certification or clinical rotation.
- BLS certification required.
Responsibilities
- Perform direct and indirect patient care activities according to RN instructions, physician orders, policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Obtain supplies from designated supply rooms to prepare patient rooms for admissions and clear them after discharge or transfer.
- Feed patients; follow dysphagia precautions; and calculate and record intake and output.
- Collect specimens, including routine urine, clean-catch urine, Foley specimens, and stool specimens for C. difficile testing.
- Apply heat and cold packs, Ace wraps, slings, binders, protective devices, and orthopedic devices.
- Participate in hourly rounding to promote patient safety and reduce harm, including checking environmental safety, informing patients and families about precautions, turning and repositioning patients, proactively assisting with toileting, and addressing personal needs.
- Seek assistance from the Nurse Manager or designee as appropriate for conflict resolution.
- Care for and clean designated equipment, stock supplies and equipment, and transport patients, supplies, and equipment.
Benefits
- Flexible schedules to support work/life balance.
- Free onsite parking.
- Referral Rewards Program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
