Certified Patient Care Assistant CNA LNA Float Pool

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Banner University Medical Center Phoenix is hiring a Certified Patient Care Assistant (CNA/LNA) for the Float Pool. This role involves assisting with activities of daily living, recording vitals, and supporting care teams across multiple units during shifts.

You must be a licensed CNA/LNA with at least 1 year of clinical experience, BLS, and strong communication. Day shift 7am-7:30pm, weekends required; sign-on bonus of $3,000 for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Active CNA/LNA license in state of practice.
• Minimum 1 year clinical experience, hospital setting preferred.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living to promote patient health.
• Record vital signs and data, document in EMR.
• Communicate patient status to care team for continuity.
• Perform procedures as delegated, including basic tasks.
• Support unit operations and patient transport as needed.
• Maintain complete patient records and chart forms.
• Manage supplies and equipment, order as needed.
• Assist with pre/post-operative patient transport and OR turnover.
• Operate in a fast-paced environment with strong customer service.

Skills

CNA/LNA

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

ECG/EKG monitoring

Job description

## Certified Patient Care Assistant CNA LNA Float PoolApplylocations: BUMC Phoenix (1111 E McDowell Rd)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R4448391**Primary City/State:**Phoenix, Arizona**Department Name:**Med/Surg Float-Hosp**Work Shift:**Day**Job Category:**Clinical Care**\*Licensed CNA/LNA are eligible for a $3,000 Sign on bonus!**The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you. Apply today.Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix, formerly Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center, is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals who serve the community.As a **Certified Patient Care Assistant in our Float Pool Unit** at Banner University Medical Center, you will join a Magnet facility, Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Trauma Center, and Designated Stroke Center. Teamwork is strong in this department and Banner University Medical Center is truly a collaborative environment between nursing, physicians, and other therapies. Join us as we improve the lives of the patients we care for through outstanding nursing care.During your shift, you will have the opportunity to float to **all units within Banner University Medical Center**including: Trauma Surgical ICU; Cardiovascular ICU; Neuro ICU; Medical-Surgical ICU; Neuro Trauma PCU; Cardiovascular PCU; Medical-Surgical; Outpatient Observation Unit; PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit); Emergency Dept.; WIS (Women and Infant Services); Rehab; Behavioral Health. **The ideal applicant will be a licensed CNA/LNA with at least 1 year of experience in a clinical setting.** If you are an experienced CNA/LNA who is resilient, knowledgeable, and enjoys a fast pace environment, then this opportunity if for you!**We have full and part time day shifts available. Day shift working from 7am-7:30pm.**Weekend rotations will be required in this role. Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential when applicable.University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve MagnetTM recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics.POSITION SUMMARY This position provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical records and provides a variety of unit support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Provides assistance in activities of daily living and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance with nutritional intake as needed. 2. Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with unit/facility policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens. 3. Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided. 4. Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice; procedures may include blood draws, foley catheters removal, EKGs, and EKG monitoring. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional. 5. Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution. 6. Maintains a complete patient record with admission, transfer, and discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms. Ensures that all reports and chart forms are scanned or filed into the patient’s record. Ensures that charting forms are labeled and accessible if they are needed. Maintains adequate supplies of frequently used, patient education materials. Assists in the ordering of patient specimens. May transcribe and process physician orders effectively using the electronic medical record. 7. Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered. Reconciles supply order upon delivery. Monitors and tracks the use and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in working order. 8. Based on area of assignment may assist with transporting patients, including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to critical care unit. Participates in OR room turnover. 9. This position works under supervision and has responsibility for assigned unit only. Incumbents work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with staff at all levels throughout the facility, as well as patients, families and physicians Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Current BLS certification is required. Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires and transfers. In Tucson: Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires. Existing Tucson incumbents may not transfer out of their geographical market without meeting the CNA requirement. Requires skills and abilities typically attained with 1 year of medical clerical experience; preferably in a hospital or physician office setting, or prior experience in customer service. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills is required. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills is required. Depending on department assignment, receive a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias and epileptiform activity is required. Successful completion of either a unit approved basic electrocardiogram interpretation course or electroencephalographic interpretation course, or on the job training is also required.Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS In Arizona the Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) licensure is preferred. Recent healthcare experience preferred. Successful completion of an approved unit secretary program is preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.