Ambulatory Surgery Patient Care Tech-FT

Alton Memorial Hospital; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Alton, Illinois is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant to provide direct patient care and support to the nursing team. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily activities, collecting clinical data, and documenting care activities. This role is suitable for those with a high school diploma or GED; no prior experience is required. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401(k) with matching, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse Assistant certification required.
• No prior experience required.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and support to licensed professional nurses.
• Collects vital information on patients and reports to nursing team.
• Assists with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and vital signs.
• Documents patient care activities accurately.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Since 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five-county area. Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital. Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, ambulance services and more.

The Ambulatory Surgery Department (ASD) reviews documentation for completeness and makes sure all chart requirements are met for surgical candidates prior to surgery. It also serves as a phase II recovery area for day surgery patients (those who are anticipated to go home after their procedure). Pre-Admission Testing is a subset of ASD and does pre-admission screening and testing for surgical patients.

Role Purpose

Provides direct patient care to support the licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on the patient and reports such to the nursing team which contributes to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient's condition.

Responsibilities

• Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested.
• Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.
• Assists nurse with patient and family education. Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology. Acts as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
• Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.
• Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: No Experience
• Supervisor Experience: No Experience
• Licenses & Certifications: Certified Nurse Assistant

Benefits And Legal Statement

• Benefits Eligible
• 40 hours per week
• 6:00am-2:30pm
• 5 Days a Week

Benefits And Rewards (BJC Total Rewards)

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• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer