Clinical Support Assistant - CSA - EMC Med/Surg, Edmond, Full-Time Days

OU Health; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

OU Health in Edmond, OK is seeking a Clinical Support Assistant to provide routine patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes monitoring health status, performing basic nursing tasks, assisting with admissions and discharges, and keeping rooms clean and stocked.

The position is full-time with day shifts. A HS diploma or GED and BLS certification are required, with strong communication and teamwork abilities essential to success in a busy Med/Surg unit.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient health status under RN supervision and implement the plan of care.
• Record vital signs and perform basic nursing tasks as directed.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges and transport patients as needed.
• Maintain clean, orderly patient rooms and restock supplies.

Skills

Nursing basics

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

## Clinical Support Assistant - CSA - EMC Med/Surg, Edmond, Full-Time DaysApply: Edmond, OK: Full time: Posted Today: R0069107## **Position Title:**Clinical Support Assistant - CSA - EMC Med/Surg, Edmond, Full-Time Days## **Department:**Med/Surg 3rd/4th Floor## **Job Description:**Under general supervision of a registered nurse, performs routine tasks in patient care.**Essential Responsibilities***Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.** Under general supervision of the RN and in collaboration with the patient and family, systematically and continually monitors the patient’s health status and implements the plan of care.* Carries out physician and nursing orders as directed by the RN that is within scope.* Takes/records blood pressures, temperatures, pulse and weighs patients.* Performs blood glucose monitoring.* Sets up and discontinues telemetry monitor.* Collects specimens as directed.* Applies sterile dressings, removal of sutures, staples and/or drains. Performs all sterile procedures as assigned.* Performs stomal irrigation and applies colostomy pouches.* Performs oral suctioning.* Takes emergency action as needed and within scope.* Performs all treatments and procedures as defined on initial skills checklist.* Reports symptoms and significant changes in patient’s condition or behavior to RN.* Assists with admission, discharge and transfer process.* Transports patients to and from various treatment centers when necessary; assists transporters in moving patients in and out of stretchers and wheelchairs.* Keeps the patient’s room in clean and orderly condition; makes beds, replaces soiled linen.* Assists in restocking rooms with supplies and equipment as directed.* When assigned to one patient as a safety attendant, provides care, observes the patient and does not leave the patient alone.**General Responsibilities*** Performs other duties as assigned.**Education Requirements*** HS Diploma or GED required.**Experience Requirements*** No experience required.**License/Certification/Registration Requirements*** Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities*** Knowledge of basic nursing techniques and procedures.* Ability to communicate effectively.* Ability to follow written and oral instructions.* Ability to maintain effective working relations with others.## **Current OU Health Employees - Please click** HERE **to login.**## **OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.**