Nursing Assistant Telemetry

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

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Sutter Health's MMC-Memorial Medical Center in Modesto, CA seeks a patient-care focused professional to join its team. The role covers routine patient care, safety, and collaboration with the care team to support the patient’s plan of care in a fast-paced environment.

Eligible candidates have a high school diploma, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and strong communication and time-management skills. The position is full-time with day shifts and rotating weekends.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.
• Proficiency in routine patient-care procedures and use of standard clinical equipment.
• Strong communication with patients, families and healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine patient care and support within scope of practice.
• Assist with patient care activities and follow the care plan.
• Adhere to privacy, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Patient-care techniques

Emergency care knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Anatomy and physiology knowledge

Microsoft Office familiarity

Team collaboration

Independent work ability

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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.

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.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

12

Days Of The Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

Rotating Weekends

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

36

Employee Status

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

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

Pay Range is $26.13 to $36.58 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.