Nursing Assistant/Unit Receptionist - Garden East (Med Surg/Telemetry)
About The Position
Position Summary Under the leadership of the department director, assistant director, charge nurse, or nurse, the nursing assistant/unit receptionist will take vital signs and assist with activities of daily living and comfort measures for an assigned group of patients. The nursing assistant/unit receptionist is also responsible for performing clerical and receptionist duties related to assigned department. Recognizes the importance of meeting customer expectations, and demonstrates a positive attitude and efficient use of resources, and performs related duties as necessary to fulfill the customer's needs. Performs duties according to the policy and procedures of CHOMP and the department under the direct supervision of an RN.
Requirements
- One year (in the last 2 years) of patient care experience preferred in acute hospital or long term care setting.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology, strong computer skills and ability to multi-task.
- Must be detail oriented, organized, have exceptional phone etiquette, communication skills, be able to multi-task and work in a busy demanding work environment.
- Critical thinking skills are essential.
- High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent work experience in related field preferred.
- A Certified Nursing Assistant course or relevant work experience is required.
- Must pass orientation and initial competency assessment prior to independent assignment of patients requiring the applicable skill, and must complete and pass all annual competencies.
- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification is required.
Nice To Haves
- One year (in the last 2 years) of patient care experience preferred in acute hospital or long term care setting.
- High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent work experience in related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- take vital signs
- assist with activities of daily living
- assist with comfort measures for an assigned group of patients
- performing clerical and receptionist duties related to assigned department
- Recognizes the importance of meeting customer expectations
- demonstrates a positive attitude and efficient use of resources
- performs related duties as necessary to fulfill the customer's needs
- Performs duties according to the policy and procedures of CHOMP and the department under the direct supervision of an RN.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
