Unit Clerk CNA - Medical Surgical - Part Time

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Lake Geneva, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Prepares records, processes orders and provides patient care in the hospital setting, supporting the nursing philosophy. May include weekends, holidays, day, evening, night, and/or on-call hours. Performs other duties as assigned. This role is part-time, involving two 12-hour shifts with a weekend and holiday rotation, primarily on the night shift at Walworth Hospital and Medical Center on the Mercy Walworth Medical Surgical floor, which includes SCU/ICU. The unit has 25 beds with a typical patient ratio of 4/5 to 1, potentially less depending on acuity. The unit is supported by 24/7 Hospitalist and ED physicians, with shift coordinators and resource nurses available at night.

Requirements

Completion of a CNA program.
Completion of a Unit Clerk course or equivalent on the job training (which can be provided).
Nursing Assistant Certification in applicable state.
Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers information and reports as appropriate; Works well in group problem solving situations; Remains calm when dealing with emotional topics.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others; Consistently performs essential duties and responsibilities.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on resolving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Self-directed in daily work routine, remaining productive during work hours.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly; Utilizes appropriate equipment for partner/patient safety, such as lifts and gait belts.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time, ready to accept assignment.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to leadership direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Nice To Haves

Advanced CNA program preferred.

Responsibilities

Processes orders and patient charges in an accurate and timely manner.
Answers the telephone and call lights in an appropriate and timely manner, providing information or relaying messages to patients and staff.
Directs visitors to patients' rooms.
Maintains medical records of current patients.
Maintains supplies, including scanning, stocking, and ordering new supplies and disposing of expired or damaged supplies.
Provides patient care as assigned and per routine, according to standards of care, shift routines, and policies and procedures according to CNA job duties and expectations.
Documents care provided according to standards.
Maintains a clean work and patient environment.
Floats to various units based on identified needs.
Participates in department and unit performance improvement activities.
Verifies accuracy of charges entered.
Facilitates a welcoming environment assisting with visitor wayfinding.
Assembles patient folders and charts for unit.
Sets up Raul and responder/Vocera/versus for new staff.