NI-Technician, Patient Care

UW Health; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Health is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide essential patient care under the supervision of an RN. This role involves assisting patients with daily activities and ensuring proper documentation and communication within the healthcare team. A commitment to patient service and commitment to diversity is paramount.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO

Tuition assistance

Annual wellness reimbursement

On-site day care

Qualifications

• Must provide copy of diploma/degree for highest education.
• Nursing Assistant Certification or equivalent training required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing patient care under RN supervision.
• Documents and records patient information accurately.
• Implements physical therapy functions, including lifting and transferring patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Critical decision-making skills

Customer service skills

Basic arithmetic skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Additional components of compensation may include:

• Evening, night, and weekend shift differential

At UW Health in northern Illinois, you will have :

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package including: PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, retirement, short and long-term disability, paternity leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance

• Annual wellness reimbursement

• Opportunity for on-site day care through UW Health Kids

• Tuition reimbursement for career advancement--ask about our fully funded programs!

• Abundant career growth opportunities to nurture professional development

• Strong shared governance structure

• Commitment to employee voice

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of an RN, assists in providing patient care. Performs selected cross-trained skills, treatments and procedures specific to department for patients, including EKG and /or monitoring. Updates RN with timely information regarding status of patient in compliance with Patient Services Department policy and other regulatory agency requirements. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental and divisional nursing philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Minimum:

Must provide copy of diploma/degree for highest level of education obtained

Preferred:

N/A

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Minimum:

Certification as a Nursing Assistant or completion of fundamentals of nursing course and be registered on the Illinois Department of Health Registry or a nurse who has completed RN or LPN Training in another country and completion of EKG

Preferred:

Bi-Annual CPR designation by recommended renewal date

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

N/A

Preferred:

N/A

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

Good interpersonal, organizational and critical decision-making skills.

Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.

Basic arithmetic skills.

Exceptional customer service skills with all customers.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the RN/LPN provides patient care, utilizing proper technique, assisting patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living.

Provides the RN/LPN with accurate and timely information regarding patient needs and status.

Clearly and accurately documents and records observed patient information and care provided.

Implements and assists with physical therapy functions including, lifting, transferring, turning and positioning of patients, utilizing proper body mechanics.

Obtains patients specimen tests and accurately records information according to department policies and procedures.

Obtains and utilizes equipment and assists with necessary cleaning and maintenance.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and physician brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Info

• Job Identification 42307
• Locations 1401 E STATE ST, ROCKFORD, IL, 61104, US
• Job Category Clinical / Direct Patient Care (non-RN)