PRN Nursing Assistant-Surgery Center

Atlas Healthcare Partners•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall plan of care. It is responsible for ongoing patient data collection and documentation in the medical record, as well as support functions that contribute to the efficient operation of the nursing department at Corewell Health Orthopedic Surgery Center – Grand Rapids, managed by Atlas Healthcare Partners.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current BLS certification.
For new hires and transfers in Washington, one of the following credentials is required: 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).

Nice To Haves

Skills and abilities typically attained with one year of medical, clinical, or clerical experience, preferably in a hospital, ambulatory surgery center, or customer service role.
One of the following credentials is listed as preferred: 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).

Responsibilities

Assist patients with basic hygiene needs, mobility, and nutritional intake as needed.
Collect patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output, and other delegated measurements in accordance with facility standards of care.
Document objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
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 direct supervision of a licensed professional.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and well-stocked environment.
Provide general departmental support, which may include greeting and assisting patients, visitors, physicians, and personnel.
Follow established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards; provide an excellent customer service experience by demonstrating core and leader behaviors.