Clinical Support Assistant (CSA) - Surgical Oncology - Full Time Nights

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

medical and dental plans

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Clinical Support Assistant in Surgical Oncology for full-time night shifts. You will assist under RN supervision, monitor patient status, and help with admissions, discharges and transfers.

The role requires a HS diploma or GED, BLS certification, and a CPCT/PCTC/AUA credential. The position includes benefits like PTO and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (AHA) is required.
• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) or Patient Care Technician (PCTC) or Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient status under RN supervision and carry out the plan of care.
• Administer and document vital signs, including BP, temperature, pulse, and weight.
• Perform glucose monitoring and telemetry setup as directed.
• Prepare and assist with admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Restock rooms and maintain clean, safe patient environment.
• Provide care for one patient as a safety attendant when assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of basic nursing techniques

Effective communication

Instruction-following

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title

Clinical Support Assistant (CSA) - Surgical Oncology - Full Time Nights

Department

Surgical Oncology

Job Description

Under general supervision of a registered nurse, performs routine tasks in patient care.

Essential Responsibilities

• 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 actions 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.
• May precept new CTAs.

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.
• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) OR Patient Care Technician (PCTC) OR Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) required.

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.

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer.

• PTO
• 401(k)
• medical and dental plans

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.