Nurse Assistant Progressive Care Unit 2NE
About The Position
The Nurse Assistant will provide care to the patient according to the plan of care, unit routine, and hospital policy under the direction of a Registered Nurse. This role includes the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services. The Nurse Assistant will also provide observer services for patients requiring constant observation, perform general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit, and document care provided in the electronic medical record. The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is a 39-bed Critical Care Step Down unit committed to providing high-quality, patient and family-centered care for diverse medical conditions including pulmonary, cardiac, and neurological disorders, as well as post-operative care for surgical patients requiring a higher level of nursing care. The unit also cares for ventilated tracheostomy patients. Grosse Pointe Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best hospitals in the nation and is a Magnet-designated facility.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification required
- Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately
- Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals
- Ability to move or lift patients and equipment
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred
- Current CNA certification preferred
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred
- Basic computer knowledge is 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
- Free onsite parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
