Nursing Assistant - Float Pool West Region
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant provides routine patient care to promote comfort and contribute to the overall plan of care. The role collects and documents ongoing patient data and performs support functions that contribute to the efficient operation of the nursing department. The position is PRN and requires travel among multiple facilities in the Phoenix area, with a minimum commitment of four shifts per month. Outpatient surgery centers operate Monday through Friday, with no weekends or call. Scheduling is supported by scheduling software and a staffing office. The Nursing Assistant works under the direction of licensed professionals, performing delegated care and procedures consistent with demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice. The role follows established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards, while providing an excellent service experience to patients, visitors, physicians, and personnel.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current BLS certification.
- One of the following credentials: current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of practice; Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) in the state of practice; Certified Medical Assistant; or Licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-IV).
- For new hires and transfers, a current CNA or LNA in the state of practice is required.
- Travel between multiple facilities within the Phoenix area.
- Minimum commitment of four shifts per month.
Nice To Haves
- Skills and abilities typically attained with one year of medical, clinical, or clerical experience.
- Experience in a hospital, ambulatory surgery center, or customer service is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with basic hygiene, mobility, and nutritional intake as needed.
- Collect patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output, and other delegated measurements in accordance with facility and standards of care.
- Document objective data and routine aspects of patient care in the medical record.
- Assist with transportation of patient specimens.
- Recognize and report abnormalities or changes in patients’ health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional.
- Communicate patient status accurately and completely to other caregivers to promote continuity of care.
- Perform procedures and use equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice.
- Provide supplies, support, and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit-specific procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.
- Maintain a clean, orderly, and well-stocked environment.
- May provide general departmental support, including greeting and assisting patients, visitors, physicians, and personnel.
- Perform functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
- Demonstrate core and leader behaviors to provide customers with an excellent service experience.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling supported by scheduling software and a staffing office.
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Education Level
High school or GED
