Nursing Assistant Renal Tele

Sutter Health•Modesto, CA

22h

About The Position

Performs routine patient care, support, and services within the legal scope of practice and established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Uses education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment and clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis and in a timely manner. Follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care. This role is with Sutter Health at MMC-Memorial Medical Center. It is a full-time, non-exempt position on a day shift, with 12-hour shifts, variable days, rotating weekends, and 36 weekly hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Proficiency in fundamental patient-care techniques, standard clinical procedures, and routine medical equipment use.
Knowledge of appropriate emergency care for the role, such as chest compressions and dialing 911.
Ability to follow written, oral, diagrammed, or scheduled instructions.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain patient-care information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments, work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods, and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including handling multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

Perform routine patient care, support, and services within the legal scope of practice and established standards, policies, and procedures.
Use patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from patients, their families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Apply sound judgment and clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care in a timely manner.
Follow applicable regulations and organizational policies and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care.