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Nevada Regional Medical Center; Nevada (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Regional Medical Center in Nevada, MO is seeking a patient-centered team member to introduce themselves to patients, communicate with families, assess needs, and develop plans to enhance well‑being under nurse supervision.

You will document patient information in the electronic medical record, support coordination of mental health care, respond to crisis situations, and assist with patient assessments and mobility while following the NRMC dress code.

Qualifications

• GED, High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification within 90 days of employment.
• Maintain NRMC dress code.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively engages with patients introducing self and others involved in patient’s care.
• Communicates effectively with staff and family.
• Assess clients’ needs and develop plans to improve well‑being.
• Document patient information in the EMR.
• Help coordinate mental health care services.
• Respond to crisis situations such as child abuse.
• Escort patients and assist in patient assessment.

Skills

Clear communication

Identify those needing help

Math basics

Multi-tasking

Written and verbal communication

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Pay:

Base Wage starting at $17; increased based on experience

Incentive Eligible Position:

Yes

Essential Functions:

• Actively engages with patients providing introduction of self and others involved in patient’s care. Communicates effectively with other staff and family.
• Assess clients’ needs, situations, strengths, and support networks to determine their goals. Develop plans to improve their clients’ well-being.
• Positively impacts the patient experience at Nevada Regional Medical Center through enhanced clear, respectful, and effective communication skills, assisting the nurse in managing pain and other patient care needs.
• Provides accurate documentation of patient information in the electronic medical record.
• Help coordinate mental health care services.
• Respond to crisis situations such as child abuse.
• Escort patients and assist in the patient assessment.

Skills Abilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all levels.
• Ability to identify those who need help.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical equations.
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Working Conditions:

• Exposure to distressed patients, families or visitors.
• Possible exposure to inside environmental conditions.

Physical Demands:

• Requires standing, sitting or walking for up to 12 hours or longer per day.
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications:

• CPR within 90 days of employment, renewed bi-annually.
• GED, High school Diploma or relevant training/experience.
• Maintain home telephone and adhere to the NRMC dress code.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience in hospital or long-term setting.