Care Assistant Same Day Surgery (Full Time, Days)

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

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Hospital in Miami, FL is seeking a dedicated Care Assistant for the Same Day Surgery unit. You will support patients with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and assist the care team under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The role emphasizes compassionate, family-centered care and strict adherence to hospital policies. The ideal candidate holds an active Florida CNA or EMT/Paramedic license and a current BLS certification, with prior healthcare experience

Qualifications

• Active CNA license in Florida or EMT/Paramedic license
• American Heart Association BLS certification
• Experience in healthcare environment preferred
• Ability to follow RN or Nursing Leader direction
• Commitment to patient- and family-centered care

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, hygiene, nutrition and comfort measures.
• Take and record vital signs, heights, weights, head circumference and other measurements.
• Inform RN of significant changes in patient condition or behavior.
• Follow RN priorities and re-prioritize as directed.
• Restock supplies and assist with room turnover and preparation.
• Identify patient needs and provide necessary supplies.
• Promote cost containment and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain clean and safe patient rooms and nursing station.
• Provide encouragement and support to patients and families.
• Assist with transporting patients for procedures.
• Perform other assigned tasks to support efficient practice and quality care.
• Greet patients, families and visitors and communicate about NCH services

Skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Conflict resolution

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Written communication

Healthcare experience

Collaborative work with RN

Evidence-based practice

CPI (Crisis Intervention Training)

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Care Assistant Same Day Surgery (Full Time, Days) (302395)

Job Description

Care Assistant Same Day Surgery (Full Time, Days) - 302395

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.
  

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