Nursing Assistant - Oncology - Nights
Atrium Health, Macon, GA, United States
Department
34414 Navicent Health Medical Center – Nursing: Medical/Surgical IU 9 Main
Status
Full time
Benefits Eligibility
Yes
Hours Per Week
36
Schedule Details / Additional Information
Night shift – 7P – 7A
Pay Range
$19.80 – $29.70
Major Responsibilities
Demonstrates competency in the physical care of the patient according to AHF/unit patient care standards, including personal care for all body systems, bathing, oral hygiene, perineal care, linen changes and hair care.
Pre‑ and post‑operative/procedure care.
Post‑mortem care.
Patient in restraints.
Placement of electrodes for cardiac, respiratory and/or fetal monitoring.
Assisting with ambulation and exercise.
Patients with infectious diseases including TB, hepatitis, AIDS, including those requiring isolation.
Correct positioning of patients in beds, chairs and specialty surfaces.
Transfer of patient (e.g., bed to chair, bed to commode or back).
Transportation of patients on wheelchair, stretcher, bed, etc.
Demonstrates competency in skin‑care protocols and care.
Accurately performs and documents intake/output, vital signs, weights and other monitoring, including computerized charting.
Promptly notifies nurse of abnormal vital signs, observations, physical complaints, etc.
Patient with latex allergies.
Assist in identifying patients at risk for falls and preventing falls.
Maintain a clean, safe and comfortable environment for the patient, including correct handling of body fluids and appropriate cleaning of equipment between patients.
Demonstrates utilization of proper body mechanics and appropriate lift techniques/resources.
Performs glucose monitoring via fingerstick.
Admission, Transfer and Discharge Procedures
Assists with timely admission, discharge or transfer.
Provides explanations of the physical environment, including communication devices.
Accurately records relevant and required information on the appropriate documentation tool.
Collects and properly forwards patient’s personal belongings at the time of transfer, discharge or death, documenting disposition.
Assures unused equipment and supplies are cleaned/removed from the patient’s room after discontinuation.
Utilizes discharge process, including bed tracking, when discharging/transferring patients.
Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Assures timely and appropriate communication of patient/family issues.
Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients, families and members of the health‑care team through effective use of verbal and non‑verbal communication skills.
Utilizes appropriate lines of authority.
Maintains confidentiality in accordance with hospital policies.
Demonstrates effective conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrates awareness of satisfaction issues and contributes to resolution and improvement.
Competencies
Time management and prioritization.
Teamwork.
Problem solving and critical thinking.
Organization of work and environment.
Timely response to patient
urse needs and requests.
Unit Supplies, Equipment and Cleanliness
Maintains a neat and orderly appearance of patient areas.
Restocks supplies at the bedside, supply shelves and other designated areas.
Reports broken, malfunctioning or missing equipment to the appropriate person.
Ensures appropriate charges are made.
Properly handles, stores, cleans and maintains equipment.
Efficiently and appropriately uses supplies, linen and dietary items.
Self‑Growth and Accountability
Participates in quality assurance and PI activities.
Participates in at least 50 % of unit meetings and reads/initials minutes of all meetings not attended.
Maintains awareness of hospital/division/unit procedure/policy changes that affect the delivery of patient care.
Verbalizes how his/her job supports organizational/departmental goals and pillars of excellence.
Demonstrates cultural commitments.
Assures competency maintained.
Complies with unit‑specific articulated job expectations.
Required Competencies
Completion of preceptor training and serving in preceptor role.
Glucose monitoring and quality control checks.
Respiratory care including tracheostomy care, suctioning, etc.
Complete required CPR training as defined by the organization.
Dressing changes.
Monitoring chest and other drainage tubes and levels, reporting deviations.
Procedure/equipment set‑up.
Assembling, administering, monitoring tube feedings.
Unit Quality Performance
Assists in achieving unit quality scores meeting or exceeding hospital
ational average for nurse‑sensitive quality indicators such as skin breakdown, falls and others appropriate for the unit.
Minimum Job Requirements
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to communicate with patients, staff, and coworkers.
Preferred Job Requirements
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
One year of experience taking care of patients and dealing with the public preferred.
BLS, CPI.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Spends much of the day walking and standing on tile or carpet, bending, stooping, and sitting. Must be able to use visual near and distance acuity. Must have verbal ability to communicate in person and over the phone or radio. Must be able to assist co‑workers in transfers and transport supplies, patients/residents, or equipment using good body mechanics. Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 60–80 pounds, specific to the job class evaluation. Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and change from one position to the other rapidly. Must be able to lift 25–60 lbs. and carry 25–50 pounds specific to job class evaluation. Must be able to tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors.
Disclaimer
All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related duties requested by their leaders.
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34414 Navicent Health Medical Center – Nursing: Medical/Surgical IU 9 Main
Status
Full time
Benefits Eligibility
Yes
Hours Per Week
36
Schedule Details / Additional Information
Night shift – 7P – 7A
Pay Range
$19.80 – $29.70
Major Responsibilities
Demonstrates competency in the physical care of the patient according to AHF/unit patient care standards, including personal care for all body systems, bathing, oral hygiene, perineal care, linen changes and hair care.
Pre‑ and post‑operative/procedure care.
Post‑mortem care.
Patient in restraints.
Placement of electrodes for cardiac, respiratory and/or fetal monitoring.
Assisting with ambulation and exercise.
Patients with infectious diseases including TB, hepatitis, AIDS, including those requiring isolation.
Correct positioning of patients in beds, chairs and specialty surfaces.
Transfer of patient (e.g., bed to chair, bed to commode or back).
Transportation of patients on wheelchair, stretcher, bed, etc.
Demonstrates competency in skin‑care protocols and care.
Accurately performs and documents intake/output, vital signs, weights and other monitoring, including computerized charting.
Promptly notifies nurse of abnormal vital signs, observations, physical complaints, etc.
Patient with latex allergies.
Assist in identifying patients at risk for falls and preventing falls.
Maintain a clean, safe and comfortable environment for the patient, including correct handling of body fluids and appropriate cleaning of equipment between patients.
Demonstrates utilization of proper body mechanics and appropriate lift techniques/resources.
Performs glucose monitoring via fingerstick.
Admission, Transfer and Discharge Procedures
Assists with timely admission, discharge or transfer.
Provides explanations of the physical environment, including communication devices.
Accurately records relevant and required information on the appropriate documentation tool.
Collects and properly forwards patient’s personal belongings at the time of transfer, discharge or death, documenting disposition.
Assures unused equipment and supplies are cleaned/removed from the patient’s room after discontinuation.
Utilizes discharge process, including bed tracking, when discharging/transferring patients.
Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Assures timely and appropriate communication of patient/family issues.
Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients, families and members of the health‑care team through effective use of verbal and non‑verbal communication skills.
Utilizes appropriate lines of authority.
Maintains confidentiality in accordance with hospital policies.
Demonstrates effective conflict resolution skills.
Demonstrates awareness of satisfaction issues and contributes to resolution and improvement.
Competencies
Time management and prioritization.
Teamwork.
Problem solving and critical thinking.
Organization of work and environment.
Timely response to patient
urse needs and requests.
Unit Supplies, Equipment and Cleanliness
Maintains a neat and orderly appearance of patient areas.
Restocks supplies at the bedside, supply shelves and other designated areas.
Reports broken, malfunctioning or missing equipment to the appropriate person.
Ensures appropriate charges are made.
Properly handles, stores, cleans and maintains equipment.
Efficiently and appropriately uses supplies, linen and dietary items.
Self‑Growth and Accountability
Participates in quality assurance and PI activities.
Participates in at least 50 % of unit meetings and reads/initials minutes of all meetings not attended.
Maintains awareness of hospital/division/unit procedure/policy changes that affect the delivery of patient care.
Verbalizes how his/her job supports organizational/departmental goals and pillars of excellence.
Demonstrates cultural commitments.
Assures competency maintained.
Complies with unit‑specific articulated job expectations.
Required Competencies
Completion of preceptor training and serving in preceptor role.
Glucose monitoring and quality control checks.
Respiratory care including tracheostomy care, suctioning, etc.
Complete required CPR training as defined by the organization.
Dressing changes.
Monitoring chest and other drainage tubes and levels, reporting deviations.
Procedure/equipment set‑up.
Assembling, administering, monitoring tube feedings.
Unit Quality Performance
Assists in achieving unit quality scores meeting or exceeding hospital
ational average for nurse‑sensitive quality indicators such as skin breakdown, falls and others appropriate for the unit.
Minimum Job Requirements
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to communicate with patients, staff, and coworkers.
Preferred Job Requirements
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
One year of experience taking care of patients and dealing with the public preferred.
BLS, CPI.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Spends much of the day walking and standing on tile or carpet, bending, stooping, and sitting. Must be able to use visual near and distance acuity. Must have verbal ability to communicate in person and over the phone or radio. Must be able to assist co‑workers in transfers and transport supplies, patients/residents, or equipment using good body mechanics. Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 60–80 pounds, specific to the job class evaluation. Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and change from one position to the other rapidly. Must be able to lift 25–60 lbs. and carry 25–50 pounds specific to job class evaluation. Must be able to tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors.
Disclaimer
All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related duties requested by their leaders.
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