Nursing Clinical Clerical - Postpartum Unit

Cleveland Clinic•Great Barrington, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a registered nurse, provides patient care for assigned patients. Assists with data collection, treatments as indicated and performs administrative functions for the unit, maintains a clean, safe environment, and maintains an adequate level of supplies.

Requirements

High School Graduate or GED
Demonstrates proficiency in applied mathematics & reading comprehension at an 8th grade level.
Basic computer skills required
Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross required within new hire period.
Nursing students required to have Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross prior to hire.

Nice To Haves

medical assisting course preferred
State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) preferred
previous health care experience preferred
previous patient care experience in a hospital preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborates with members of health care team to promote the delivery of patient care and overall functioning of the unit.
Observes and reports changes in assigned patient's condition on an ongoing basis, assists with ambulating, gives or assists with patient hygiene/care.
Documents activities in the patient record care.
Provides and assists with transporting and discharge of patients.
Accurately transcribes and processes all orders and prepares, maintains and processes all charts, files and records mail, maintains inventory and completes errands in an efficient manner. maintains a clean, safe environment, and maintains an adequate level of supplies.
Provides all communication between nursing unit, physicians, and departments with accuracy and courtesy.
Assists patients and families with general information.
Other duties as assigned.