Certified Patient Care Assistant Medical Surgical Float Pool
Company: Banner Health
Location: Tucson
Posted on: October 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Tucson, ArizonaDepartment Name: Med/Surg
Float-HospWork Shift: VariedJob Category:Clinical CareUp to $3,000
Sign On Bonus AvailableBanner Health has both the stability that
comes with success and the values you can be proud to represent. If
you're looking to leverage your abilities - you belong at Banner
Health! Banner University Medical Center Tucson is nationally
recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future
health care professionals, and conducting groundbreaking research.
-Great options and great opportunities!Our Med Surg strives for
excellence in this fast-paced, dynamic setting. We are looking for
a Patient Care Assistants to join our dedicated, multidisciplinary
team. Some key responsibilities include preparing patients for
their procedures, such as, vital monitoring, safety checks, EKG
monitoring and assisting with hygienic tasks. This position will
also require transporting patients during admissions and discharges
along with handling patient information. You will be able to build
and utilize your communication and time management skills by
carrying out items in collaboration with the clinical and the
support team.This is a full time position, hours are 7am-7:30pm for
days, 7pm-7:30am for nights. Weekend and Holiday rotations are
required in this role. Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift
differential and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable.
-Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at
Banner Health. Banner Health offers a variety of benefits to help
you and your family. We provide health and financial security
options so you can focus on being the best at what you do and
enjoying your life. -*12 month commitment required -Banner -
University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for
providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care
professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located
on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its
specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive
care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University
Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care
for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is
consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the
prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The
academic medical center has earned Magnet Recognition becoming the
only hospital in southern Arizona to meet the rigorous standards of
the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition
Program - for nursing excellence. The hospital's physicians are
full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine
- Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and
cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ
transplant program.POSITION SUMMARYThis position provides routine
patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the
overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for
on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical
records and provides a variety of unit support functions which
contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing
unit/department.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Provides assistance in activities
of daily living and completes necessary tasks to promote patient
health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs,
maintaining an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance
with nutritional intake as needed.2. Collects patient specimens and
data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated
measurements in accordance with unit/facility policy and standards
of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient
care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.3.
Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the
patient's health status and responses to treatment to a licensed
professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and
completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients
for which care is provided.4. Performs procedures and uses
equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with
demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice;
procedures may include blood draws, foley catheters removal, EKGs,
and EKG monitoring. Provides necessary supplies, support and
assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific
procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed
professional.5. Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support
overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication
and information throughout the department. Participates in the
resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and
follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.6.
Maintains a complete patient record with admission, transfer, and
discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms. Ensures
that all reports and chart forms are scanned or filed into the
patient's record. Ensures that charting forms are labeled and
accessible if they are needed. Maintains adequate supplies of
frequently used, patient education materials. Assists in the
ordering of patient specimens. May transcribe and process physician
orders effectively using the electronic medical record.7. Maintains
adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and
completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered.
Reconciles supply order upon delivery. Monitors and tracks the use
and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners
and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in
working order.8. Based on area of assignment may assist with
transporting patients, including pre-operative and immediate
post-operative patients to critical care unit. Participates in OR
room turnover.9. This position works under supervision and has
responsibility for assigned unit only. Incumbents work in a
fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment with a strong focus on
customer service. Interacts with staff at all levels throughout the
facility, as well as patients, families and physiciansMINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent working
knowledge.Current BLS certification is required. Current Certified
Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new
hires and transfers. In Tucson: Current Certified Nursing Assistant
(CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires. Existing
Tucson incumbents may not transfer out of their geographical market
without meeting the CNA requirement. Requires skills and abilities
typically attained with 1 year of medical clerical experience;
preferably in a hospital or physician office setting, or prior
experience in customer service. Must possess excellent
organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and
communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and
computer literacy and keyboarding skills is required.Must possess
excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human
relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical
terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills is
required.Depending on department assignment, receive a minimum
passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test with accurate
identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias and epileptiform
activity is required. Successful completion of either a unit
approved basic electrocardiogram interpretation course or
electroencephalographic interpretation course, or on the job
training is also required.Employees working at Banner Behavioral
Health Hospital or BTMC Behavioral must possess an Arizona
Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the
card for the duration of their employment.Employees working at
BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that
serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their
employment. Employees working for Banner Home Care/Hospice or
Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess an Arizona
Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the
card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at
Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety
Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a
requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this
specific facility.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSIn Arizona the Licensed
Nursing Assistant (LNA) licensure is preferred. Recent healthcare
experience preferred. Successful completion of an approved unit
secretary program is preferred.Additional related education and/or
experience preferred.EEO
Statement:EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/VeteransOur organization
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