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Work Shift
Night (United States of America)Shift: Part-time Nights (2-12's 7p-7a)
Job Summary:
The Unit Support Associate functions under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Supervisor. Duties include, but are not limited to: cleaning of transportation equipment, proper handling of IV and O2 equipment, assisting with ambulation, stocking of supplies, adherence to all policies. The USA must be able to work in a fast paced environment, which requires multi-tasking activities and ongoing communication with the appropriate Nursing personnel. Must be able to perform under stressful conditions with a compassionate, respectful, and helpful manner. Must be able to take direction from a variety of care providers. Must be organized with excellent communication skills. In addition, the USA will assist with filing physician transcription/dictation in all patient's electronic medical record.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
- Verify that O2 and IVs are transported correctly
- Ensure that proper handwashing and isolation technique is used
- Utilizes proper body mechanics and lift equipment
- Clean equipment h. Stock rooms as needed Associated task or activity Department Responsibilities
- Filing/populating medical records and physician transcription/dictation in patients electronic medical record.
- Becomes familiar with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and is able to use it proficiently as a patient medical record.
- Scans outside documentation into EMR as needed. Excellence in Customer Service by partnering with health care team, patient and family
- Protects rights and dignity of patient at all times
- Maintains confidentiality
- Answers telephone and call lights promptly, notifies appropriate individual of need for follow-up.
- Resolves patient concerns e. Proactively offers assistance and comfort measures to patients and families
- Present self in positive and professional manner and show sensitivity to concerns and needs of others
- Provides patient care under the supervision of the Licensed staff
- Provides basic patient care needs (ex. Hygiene, nutrition, elimination, physical comfort measures) as assigned
- Assist members of health care team with care delivery as assigned Team Work
- Supports initiatives of the Health care team
- Participates in department performance improvement initiatives
- Practices accountability Communication
- Uses effective written and oral communication skills with patients, staff, physicians, family and visitors
- Uses safety communication techniques.
- Communicates completion of assignment/duties to appropriate person
- Communicates patient care concerns/problems/emergencies to the RN or appropriate staff member
- Uses positive and respectful communication with all member of healthcare team, patients and families
Required Minimum Education:
HS degree or equivalent Required
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
Required Minimum Experience:
Prefer hospital/medical experience Preferred
Required Minimum Skills:
Basic computer skills required
Ability to read and speak the English language.
Must demonstrate good communication skills and handwriting.
Must display a positive attitude.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills;
Ability to collaborate with other health care providers in the provision of patient care;
Ability to multi-task essential;
Ability to function in stressful and emergency situations essential;
Strong detail orientation required;
Computer skills required;
Personal time management skills are required.
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