Certified Patient Care Assistant Med Surg Float
Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City West
Posted on: November 20, 2023
Job Description:
Primary City/State:Sun City West, ArizonaDepartment Name:
Med/Surg Float-HospWork Shift: VariedJob Category:Clinical Care
- *Up to $3,000 Sign On Bonus AvailableGreat careers start with
great training. The people of Banner Health are focused on
delivering excellent care to our patients. In return, we are
committed to excellence in personal development for all our team
members. Apply today.--Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center has been
named to the nation's 100 Top Hospitals list for 2019 by IBM Watson
Health.-- Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center is dedicated to a
high-tech, high-touch philosophy of care that has kept us a top
healthcare choice in the Northwest Valley for more than 20 years.
We are deeply committed to providing the highest quality of
clinical care along with an excellent patient care experience.For
this Unit you float to Med/Surg and PCU units. Can cross-train into
other units around 10 months (depending on comfort level). Comes
with $2/hr. float differential. We are seeking someone who is BLS
certified and--exhibits the--3 E's - Energy, Enthusiasm and
Excitement!----As our--Patient Care Assistant you will get to work
in a fun place with a strong, cohesive team that are close and who
work together to impact their own environment. You will provide
routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to
the overall patient plan of care. As the ideal candidate you will
be responsible for on-going patient data collection and
documentation in the medical records and provide a variety of unit
support functions which contribute to the overall efficient
operation of the nursing unit/department. You will be valued member
of our team and be a part of strong team collaboration.--This is a
full time (36hrs/week) opportunity. There are currently day
(7am-7:30pm) shifts and evening (7pm-7:30am) shifts
available.--Weekend 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
requiredBanner Del E. Webb Medical Center excels in providing
extraordinary health care to residents of the northwest Valley of
metro Phoenix and is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as
one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. With 390 licensed beds, the
hospital provides a wide range of services, including acute medical
and surgical services as well as intensive care, emergency and
urgent care, inpatient/outpatient surgery, cardiac catheterization,
neurology, orthopedics, oncology, urology, pulmonary, obstetrics
and gynecology, extended care, outpatient diagnostic services,
acute and outpatient rehabilitation and adult behavioral
services.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.Our organization supports a drug-free work
environment.
Keywords: Banner Health, Sun City West , Certified Patient Care Assistant Med Surg Float, Other , Sun City West, Arizona
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