Care Assistant - Inflammatory Bowel Decease (Part Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Miami Children’s Hospital is seeking a Care Assistant to support patients with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and assist the nursing team in delivering safe, family-centered care in a fast-paced pediatric environment.

The role requires active Florida CNA or EMT/Paramedic licensure and BLS certification. This is a part-time, days shift position within the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, reporting to the RN and Nursing Leader.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• CNA or EMT/Paramedic active licensure in Florida and in good standing.
• American Heart Association BLS certification in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, hygiene, nutrition and comfort; handle linens and diapers.
• Record vital signs, heights, weights and head circumference; document in EHR.
• Inform RN of significant changes in patient condition or behavior; follow RN priorities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

CNA Certification

EMT/Paramedic License

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Description - Care Assistant - Inflammatory Bowel Decease (Part Time, Days) (302220)

Job Description

Care Assistant - Inflammatory Bowel Decease (Part Time, Days) - 302220

Description

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, safe patient environment and assists with patient care activities such as taking vital signs, feeding, bathing and daily living activities. Collaborates with the healthcare team and provides compassionate and empathic family-centered care for the patients and families. Works under the supervision of a RN and in accordance with the hospital policies and procedures.

Job Specific Duties

• Assists patients with activities of daily living to include bathing, personal hygiene, nutrition and comfort measures, changing bed linens, and diapers. F: Daily/ T: 10-30 minutes R: Shared
• Performs vital signs, heights, weights, head circumference & other measurements and records the results in the Electronic Health Record according to nursing and hospital policies & procedures. F: Daily/ T: 5-15 minutes per patient R: Individual
• Informs RN of pertinent information and/or communications all significant changes in patient condition or behavior. F: Daily/ T: 5-10 minutes R: Individual
• Recognizes accepted priorities for care needs and takes direction for re-prioritizing from the RN. F: Daily/ T: ongoing R: Individual
• Restock supplies such as gloves, gowns, linen, medical equipment, assists with room preparation and turnover. F: Daily/ T: 5-30 minutes per room R: Individual
• Identifies the needs of the patient and provide necessary supplies accordingly. F: Daily/ T: ongoing R: Individual
• Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes/practices cost containment. F: Daily/ T: ongoing R: Shared
• Ensures clean and maintains patient rooms and nursing station at all times. F: Daily/ T: 3 hours R: Shared
• Provides encouragement, support and comfort to patients and family members. F: Daily/ T: ongoing R: Shared
• Assists with transporting patients for special procedures. F: Daily/ T: 5-10 minutes per-patient R: Shared
• Performs other assigned tasks to promote efficient practice operation and contribute to the provision of quality patient care. F: Daily/ T: ongoing R: Shared
• Greets and welcomes patients, families and visitors. Communicates information regarding NCH services and delivers excellent and timely service and support. F: Daily/ T: 5-10 minutes per-patient R: Shared

Qualifications

• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant or EMT/Paramedic - active licensure in the State of Florida - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• American Heart Association BLS maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborates in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Ability to effectively work in a collaborative environment and follow the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Nursing Leader.
• Ability to apply principles of evidenced-based practice, analytical thinking and service excellence in practice.
• CPI (Crisis Intervention Training) preferred.
  

Job: Nursing- Support (Clinical)

Department

INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASE CTR-2100-688000