Nursing Assistant- Orthopedic Unit

Sutter Health; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a healthcare professional at MMC-Memorial Medical Center to perform routine patient care and support services. The role emphasizes clinical skill integration with patient interaction, ensuring timely and safe care.

The position requires a HS diploma or GED and BLS certification, with strong time management and communication abilities to coordinate with the care team and patients within a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.
• Proficiency in basic patient-care techniques and routine clinical procedures.
• Knowledge of emergency care procedures and 911 coordination.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills to explain care to diverse audiences.
• Teamwork and time-management in a busy healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine patient care and support services within the scope of practice.
• Integrates education, technical skills and patient interaction to support the plan of care.
• Adheres to regulations, privacy and safety standards to deliver quality care.

Skills

Patient care

Emergency response

Anatomy & physiology

Medical terminology

Communication

Time management

MS Office

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

MMC-Memorial Medical Center

Position Overview:

Performs routine patient care, support and services in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to support the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Job Description :

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Proficiency in fundamental patient-care techniques, standard clinical procedures, and routine medical equipment use.

Knowledge of appropriate emergency care for role (i.e. chest compressions, dialing 911)

Ability to follow instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain patient care information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.

Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.

General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

DEPARTMENT REQUIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

Departments delivering hemodialysis: Demonstrated knowledge of dialysis water quality per AAMI (American Academy of Medical Instrumentation) Standards

Departments delivering hemodialysis: Capable of providing necessary immediate interventions managing dialysis complications, as allowed by scope of practice.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

12

Days of the Week:

Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

36

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $26.13 to $36.58 / hour