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

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System is seeking a Nursing- Support (Clinical) professional to assist with daily patient care in a hospital setting. The role focuses on assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, and documentation in the Electronic Health Record, under supervision of a registered nurse.

Strong communication and teamwork are essential to provide compassionate, family-centered care to patients and families; familiarity with hospital policies and procedures is expected.

Qualifications

• Florida license as CNA/EMT/Paramedic is required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification must be active.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, hygiene, nutrition, comfort).
• Take vital signs and other measurements; document in EHR.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to RN promptly.
• Restock supplies and prepare patient rooms.
• Provide compassionate, family-centered care and support to patients and families.
• Escort patients for procedures and assist with transportation as needed.
• Greet patients and explain hospital services; deliver timely service.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Florida CNA/EMT or Paramedic license

American Heart Association BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

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

Minimum Job Requirements

• 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.
• Strong time management skills.
• Computer literate.
• 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

Job Status:

Professional