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Hunterdon Health

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 Intensive Care Unit
 
 
 HHS Hunterdon Healthcare System Inc., 2100 Wescott Drive, Flemington, NJ
 
 
 Part-time
 
 
 Variable including weekends/holidays, Days/Evenings &amp; Weekends
 
 
 Hiring Range: $21.53 - $26.91 Hourly
 
 
 Req # 79195
 
 
 High school diploma or equivalent is required
 
 
 
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 
 
 Provides quality patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Works within the guidelines of established practice for the Patient Care Assistant at HMC. Supports the mission, philosophy, and objectives of Hunterdon Medical Center.
 
 
 
 
 Primary Position Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
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 Assistance with total patient care under the direction of the RN
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Education:
 
 
 
 
 
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 High School Diploma or Equivalent
 
 
 
 
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 Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation):
 
 
 
 None
 
 
 
 
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 One year acute care Nursing Assistant experience
 
 
 
 
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 License, Registry or Certification
 
 
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 State Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification OR non-certified nursing assistant with acute care hospital experience required. CPR certification is required. Crisis Prevention (CPI) training is required, and must be renewed annually. If not certified upon hire, must obtain certification within 6 months. CPI Course will be provided at Hunterdon.
 
 
 
 
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 Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities
 
 
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 Normal knowledge of basic patient care equipment, wheelchairs, and stretchers. Good interpersonal and communication skills.
 
 
 Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.
 
 
 The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant&rsquo;s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).
 
 
 Hunterdon Medical Center
 
 
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Patient Care Assistant

Texas Children's Hospital

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 We are searching for a Patient Care Assistant&mdash; someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform a variety of routine and specialized patient care activities, as assigned, under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). Care will be delivered that incorporates Family Centered Care cost-effectively and is developmental and age-appropriate for the patient population.
 
 
 Think you&rsquo;ve got what it takes?
 
 
 
 Job Duties &amp; Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Assist with the collection and documentation of patient/family data
 
 
 Obtains and documents vital signs (without the use of continuous physiologic monitors) and notifies professional of abnormal findings as evidenced by supervisory observation and review of medical records
 
 
 Provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care in collaboration with the RN and in conjunction with the patient/family
 
 
 Demonstrate ability to collaborate with multiple RNs in a professional manner to prioritize workload based on patient/family needs as evidenced by supervisory observation and verbal/written feedback
 
 
 Assist in identifying patient/family response to care provided
 
 
 Provide input to the RN for the development and ongoing modification of the plan of care, as evidenced by supervisory observation, verbal/written feedback, and review of the plan of care
 
 
 Maintain accountability for development of self and participates in development of others
 
 
 Demonstrate commitment to team, flexibility, professional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills
 
 
 Participate in achieving hospital/unit goals
 
 
 As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
 
 
 
 Skills &amp; Requirements
 
 
 
 H.S. Diploma or GED Required
 
 
 One of the following is required in addition to the high school diploma or GED:
 
 
 Completion of a formal nursing assistant educational program or certification (e.g.
 
 
 Diploma/Course/Certificate/associate degree/Etc. completed in a Certified Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, or similar clinical education program).
 
 
 Currently enrolled in a BSN degree program with one clinical rotation completed at hire.
 
 
 One (1) year of direct patient care experience.
 
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 Texas Children&rsquo;s Hospital West Campus is Houston&rsquo;s first community hospital designed, built and equipped exclusively for children in one of the city&rsquo;s most rapidly growing communities in the area from Sugar Land to Bryan-College Station, Texas. Located at I-10 and Barker Cypress, our 515,007-square-foot hospital houses the only 24/7 pediatric emergency room in the Greater West Houston area, four operating rooms, 16-bed pediatric intensive care unit, 46 acute care beds, advanced imaging services including MRI and CT scans, a neurophysiology sleep lab, a pathology lab and a full-scale pharmacy.
 
 
 To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
 
 
 Texas Children&rsquo;s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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Shriners Children's

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 Shriners Children&rsquo;s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
 
 
 All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home &amp; auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
 
 
 Shriners Children&rsquo;s Chicago offers specialized care for a wide range of pediatric orthopedic, bone and joint conditions, including rare diseases and syndromes. Other specialties include spine and scoliosis care, plastic surgery, cleft lip and palate care, comprehensive rehabilitation and spinal cord injuries.
 
 
 Shriners Children's Chicago has an opportunity for a Part-Time Patient Care Assistant in our Inpatient Unit. Join a team of professionals committed to improving children's lives. Our top healthcare professionals excel in their practices and provide compassionate, family-centered care to children who need it most.
 
 
 
 Hours
 
 This part-time position is 48 hours bi-weekly (0.6 FTE) and the hours are 1000 pm - 630 am with an every other weekend rotation and holiday rotation.
 
 
 The pay range for this position is $18.65/hour - $27.98/hour. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.
 
 
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 The Patient Care Assistant assists in the delivery of patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
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 The PCA provides direct patient care and performs routine tasks as assigned.
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 Must consistently demonstrate caring and appropriate behavior when interacting with patients and families.
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 Assists with wound and skin care, keeps unit and work areas stocked, and provides delegated nursing care activities as appropriate.
 
 
 
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 This is not an all-inclusive list of this job&rsquo;s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
 
 
 
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 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification from American Heart Association
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 One year of pediatric experience
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 Shriners Children&rsquo;s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. We are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.
 
 
 All employees are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a full-time or part-time status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans. Additional benefits available to full-time and part-time employees include tuition reimbursement, home &amp; auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.
 
 
 Shriners Children's Texas is where hope and healing meet. As one of only four pediatric burn specialty hospitals in the Shriners Children's health system, we are designated by the American Burn Association (ABA) and the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma as a verified pediatric burn center. Located on Galveston Island, our 30-bed inpatient hospital provides a full line of both inpatient and outpatient care specializing in burn care, orthopedic conditions, complex skin conditions, and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Our services extend to a number outreach clinics in San Angelo &amp; Marshall, Texas, and Monterrey, San Luis Potosi, Guadalajara, Veracruz, Toluca &amp; Chihuahua Mexico and Panama, which provide children and families access to high-quality, specialized burn and orthopedic care.
 
 
 The Patient Care Assistant assists in the delivery of patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The PCA provides direct patient care and performs routine tasks as assigned. Consistently demonstrates caring and appropriate behavior when interacting with patients and families. Assists with wound and skin care, keeps unit and work areas stocked, and provides delegated nursing care activities as appropriate.
 
 
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 Delivers patient care including personal hygiene, nutrition, elimination, mobility, ambulation, comfort and rest.
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 Orients the patient and family to the patient care areas and assists them to feel comfortable with their surroundings.
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 Provides delegated nursing care activities and assists the caregiver as appropriate in daily care, oral hygiene, weights, I&amp;O's.
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 Takes part in the discharge process under the direction of the RN.
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 Keeps unit and work areas stocked appropriate to the number, acuity and age of patients currently present including PPE.
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 Seeks opportunities to assist others when assigned work is complete.
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 Provides wound and skin care under the direction of the RN, as appropriate for assigned unit.
 
 
 
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 High School Diploma / GED
 
 
 Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
 
 
 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation through American Heart Association (CPR)
 
 
 
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 One year of pediatric experience
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Pride Health

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 Job title
 
 : Patient Care Assistant
 
 
 
 Job location:
 
 New York, NY 10019
 
 
 
 Shift:
 
 Evening/3:00PM - 11:15PM
 
 
 
 Duration:
 
 3 months with Possible Extension
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Pay: $
 
 19 -$21/hr.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 &bull; Minimum 6 months Healthcare or patient care experience.
 
 
 &bull; High School Diploma / GED
 
 
 &bull; BLS-AHA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Pride Global offers eligible employee&rsquo;s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life &amp; disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
 
 
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Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts

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 About Planned Parenthood League Of Massachusetts
 
 
 Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) is the state&rsquo;s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as a nationally recognized provider of comprehensive sex education and cutting-edge research.
 
 
 Our mission is to ensure every person in the state has access to sexual and reproductive health care and education no matter who they are, where they live, or who they love. Our work is informed by research, powered by advocacy, and conducted with compassion and respect.
 
 
 
 This position is part-time. Anticipating 26-32 hours a week.
 
 
 
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 Be the first point of contact&mdash;greeting patients, guests, and escorts with warmth and respect
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 Manage check-ins, check-outs, appointment coordination, and contraceptive supply sales
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 Measure and record vital signs; assist with clinical procedures and lab tasks under supervision
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 Ensure accurate and respectful documentation in patient records
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 Deliver health education and support informed consent processes
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 Keep the health center safe, clean, and well-stocked in alignment with patient care protocols
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 Collaborate with staff and contribute to a community of learning and respect
 
 
 
 
 
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 ✅ High School Diploma/GED required; Medical Assistant Certificate preferred
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 ✅ Passionate about health equity, reproductive justice, and inclusive care
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 ✅ Comfortable working with diverse patient populations in fast-paced environments
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 Competitive salary and benefits package
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 Opportunities for career growth and professional development
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 A supportive, team-oriented work culture
 
 
 
 
 
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 💡Inclusive Workforce We are actively building a workforce that reflects the people we serve
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 🚀Leadership Opportunities: We believe in mentorship, career growth, and supporting under-represented professionals
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 💜Impact-Driven Culture: Be part of a mission-centered team that is reshaping healthcare from the inside out
 
 
 
 
 
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 Commitment to Equity
 
 
 PPLM is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are core values at PPLM and a chance for us to make long-term, meaningful change. In order to address health equity in communities across Massachusetts in an authentic way, we must start with ourselves. We are taking focused steps to make progress in our own organization and are committed to building an equity practice in all aspects of our work that will lead us toward becoming an organization that better reflects our patients and embodies cultural humility.
 
 
 We believe that communities most impacted by health inequities must be centered in the work we do. Therefore, we strongly encourage applications from Black, Hispanic, Asian, and Indigenous people of color, Trans and gender non-conforming people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and working-class people for all our positions.
 
 
 Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at PPLM, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.
 
 
 This position is part of the Collective Bargaining Agreement
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Covenant Health

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 Patient Care Assistant, Critical Care
 
 
 
 
 PRN/OCC, Variable shifts, Day shifts
 
 
 
 
 Parkwest Overview
 
 
 
 Headquartered in Knoxville, Covenant Health is a community-owned integrated healthcare delivery system and the area&rsquo;s largest employer.
 
 
 Parkwest is Covenant Health&rsquo;s and West Knoxville&rsquo;s premier medical facility and a top-performing heart hospital, offering our patients world-class treatment with all the convenience and warmth of home.
 
 
 In addition to providing the area&rsquo;s leading cardiac services, Parkwest has been nationally recognized for award-winning care throughout our facility. For 2020-21, Parkwest received recognition from U.S. News &amp; World Report as one of the &ldquo;Top 10&rdquo; hospitals in Tennessee.
 
 
 Knoxville located in East Tennessee is the third largest in the state, well-known for its
 
 proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park,
 
 and is the home of the University of Tennessee.
 
 Go Vols
 
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 Living in Knoxville means experiencing all four seasons
 
 
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 Best of all, each of them is pretty mild!
 
 
 Combine all that with the abundant natural beauty of the surrounding mountains, and you have a city that truly offers something for everyone. Knoxville has a vibrant arts culture, seasonal festivals, top-notch foodie and incredible outdoor recreation. It&rsquo;s a perfect blend of big-city amenities and Southern charm.
 
 
 
 2 Riverstone, Critical Care Unit
 
 
 
 Parkwest Critical Care Unit (CCU) is located on the second floor of Parkwest Medical Center&rsquo;s main hospital. As one of the area&rsquo;s top-performing heart hospitals, we take great pride in providing exceptional care and timely treatment to our patients.
 
 
 The CCU is a 30-bed department comprised of 20 medical, surgical, neurological, and renal beds and 10 dedicated Cardiovascular Intensive Care (CVICU) beds. The department is a locked unit for the safety and privacy of our critically ill patients. We specialize in high-level care to critically ill patients with life-threatening conditions, including Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT). Our CVICU specializes in the care of patients requiring Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) procedures, Impellas, and Intra-aortic Balloon Pumps (IABP).
 
 
 We follow a 12- hour shift, weekends/holidays on a six-week schedule. Team members utilize a self-scheduling model, and employee requests are then used during the scheduling process to balance and coordinate with the department&rsquo;s needs.
 
 
 We pride ourselves in fostering a culture of positivity, teamwork, and always putting our patient&rsquo;s needs first.
 
 
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 
 Functions as a direct patient caregiver performing tasks to assist registered nurses. Performs hands-on care, assistance with ADL&rsquo;s and specified technical tasks for a group of patients under the supervision of the Team Leader.
 
 
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 Take and record temperature, pulse, respiration rates, blood pressures, weights, heights, and intake-output measurements.
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 Encourage patients to turn, cough, and take deep breaths and to use incentive spirometry as specified by Plan of Care.
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 Ambulate, and assist patients in and out of bed, into wheelchairs and transport when necessary.
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 Attends to nutritional needs of patient which may include distributing meal trays, feeding, filling and passing out water pitchers,
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 Provides morning or evening care, which may include bed bath, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, dressing patient, changing bed linen, cleaning over-bed table and bedside stand, straightening room, and other supportive care as needed.
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 Empty drains, canisters, urine bags, bedpans and emesis basins and record intake and output.
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 Assists in maintaining a safe environment, which may include reporting equipment that is out of order, appropriate handling of linen and storing of supplies.
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 Provides general care such as positioning, lifting or turning patients; assisting in use of bedpan, urinal or commode; preoperative supportive care; and application/removal of abdominal binders or anti-embolism stockings and sequential compression devices.
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 Empty &amp; clean ostomy bag, per procedure.
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 Collect urine, stool and sputum specimen as ordered.
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 Perform tasks such as ROM, assist with ambulatory devices as specified by the patients' plan of care.
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 Perform phlebotomy (requires additional training). To include correct labeling using two patient identifiers, maintenance of lab-draw supplies, rotating and restocking.
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 Perform EKG (requires special training).
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 Promptly answer patient call lights and respond to patient requests.
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 Report significant changes in patients' condition to RN.
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 Help to maintain clean and orderly patient and work environment.
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 Employ all established infection control policies including standard precautions, transmission-based isolation precautions, OSHA standards, safety measures and proper body mechanics in performance of job.
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 Document/maintain patient record as appropriate.
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 Gathers equipment for O2 set up. Checks O2 for connection and proper placement.
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 Checks for proper functioning of equipment at patient bedside
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 Ambulate patients with oxygen.
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 Set up suction equipment and check for proper function.
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 Demonstrates knowledge and competency in providing for age-specific needs of the population served.
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 Demonstrates ability to perform skills on the Nursing Assistant checklist.
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 Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
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 Performs other duties as assigned.
 
 
 
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 Minimum Education
 
 
 
 None specified; will accept any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. Preference may be given to individuals possessing a HS diploma or GED.
 
 
 
 Minimum Experience
 
 
 
 None.
 
 
 
 Licensure Requirement
 
 
 
 CPR required
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