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Must have4
Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) course or nursing fundamentals from accredited organization required
Current CPR Heartsaver required
Successfully complete PrismaHealth unit secretary course and training within 90 days of hire
Certification eligible and obtain required certification within one year (grandfathered employees)
Nice to have4
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Previous CNA or CMA or related experience preferred
One year hospital clerical experience preferred
Basic Life Support, Heartsaver certification or higher preferred
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Job Summary
Job Profile Summary
Perform routine assistive tasks to assist the Registered Nurse to meet basic patient needs, unlicensed assistive personnel.
*Patient Support Technician, Marion Suite, FT, Nights*
Accountabilities
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Assists patient with needs associated with personal hygiene. Duties include, but are not limited to, bathing, washing hair, brushing teeth and hair, and washing hands.
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Assists patients with needs related to nutrition and feeding. Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting with feeding, drinking, and setting up meal trays.
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Assists patients with needs related to ambulation. Duties include, but are not limited to, dangling, walking, walking with assistive device, and implementing fall prevention measures under the direction of the registered nurse.
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Meets patients’ needs related to elimination. Duties include, but are not limited to, assisting patient with getting to the bathroom, using a bedside commode, using a bedpan, and/or using a urinal. Accurately monitors inputs and outputs.
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Accurately completes and documents patient vital signs. Duties include assessing blood pressure, pulse, temperature, heart rate, and oxygenation via pulse ox or ETC02. Reports abnormal values to the registered nurse.
Supervisory/Management Responsibilities
This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) course or nursing fundamentals from accredited organization required.
Previous CNA or CMA or related experience preferred. One year hospital clerical experience preferred.
Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses
N/A
In Lieu Of The Minimum Requirements Noted Above
Team members employed in this job prior to July 1, 2020 are grandfathered under prior educational and experience requirements. In addition, team members must be certification eligible and will have one year to obtain required certification.
Other Required Skills and Experience
Current CPR Heartsaver required. Basic Life Support, Heartsaver certification or higher preferred.
Candidates must successfully complete PrismaHealth unit secretary course and training within 90 days of hire.
Work Shift
Night (United States of America)
Location
Richland
Facility
Richland Hospital
Department
Marion Suite
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