OP Surgery Nursing Technician

phoebehealth; Stati Uniti; In loco; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to support professional nursing staff in caring for a specific patient population. Under the supervision of a Licensed Nurse, you perform direct and indirect patient care and participate in unit activities that promote quality patient care outcomes.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year acute patient care experience, and current CNA and BLS certifications.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 1 year Acute Patient Care Experience required
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Mansioni

• Assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care to a specific patient population.
• Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the Licensed Nurse.
• Participates in unit activities that enhance and promote quality patient care outcomes.
• PATIENT CARE RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs the technical functions necessary to enhance the effectiveness and quality of patient care.
• Receive assignment and assist in care of patient as directed. Check patient's vital signs and document with RN collaboration.
• Maintain Control Logs and restocking of refrigerators & Blanket Warmers. Restock patient rooms with clinical supplies.
• Assist RN with monitoring chart and chart audits to ensure proper forms are on chart.
• Cross train as secretary to order specimens, test disposition, and manage patient activity logs.
• Perform competency based activities: 12-lead EKG, Doppler Pulses, Foley care, ambulation, and patient transport.

Conoscenze

Patient care

BLS knowledge

Documentation

Team collaboration

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Number: 35348

Location: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital

Street Address: 417 W 3rd Ave

City, State: Albany, Georgia

Zip Code: 31701

Department: PPMH OP SURGERY

Shift: Evenings

Job Type: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-10-21

Job Description Summary: Assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care to a specific patient population. Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the Licensed Nurse. Participates in unit activities that enhance and promote quality patient care outcomes in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Patient Care Services of Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.

Description:

Job Summary

Assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care to a specific patient population. Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the Licensed Nurse. Participates in unit activities that enhance and promote quality patient care outcomes in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Patient Care Services of Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required

Work Experience

1 year Acute Patient Care Experience required

Licenses and Certifications

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Essential Functions

PATIENT CARE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs the technical functions necessary to enhance the effectiveness and quality of patient care.

Receive assignment and assist in care of patient as directed. Check patient's vital signs: Identify needs & pain assessment with documentation and close collaboration with a team RN.

Maintain Control Logs and restocking of refrigerators & Blanket Warmers. Restock patient rooms with clinical supplies.

Maintain log and deliver patient belongings to appropriate unit when admitted.

Assist RN with monitoring chart. Audits charts to ensure proper forms are on chart to prevent disruption in services and/or treatment.

Cross train as secretary to be able to: Order specimens and/or test Disposition, Patients Keep Daily Log of Patient Activity ,Charge patients for supplies not in omnicell. Prepare and breakdown charts. Place test results on charts. Fax abnormal test results to doctor's offices & notify staff for receipt verification.

Perform the following competency based patient care activities: o After competency met: 12-lead EKG, Doppler Pulses, Converting Foley Catheters to Leg Bags with Instruction to Patients, Ambulating Fresh Post-Op Patient, Transporting patients via wheelchairs or stretchers for dismissal and/or to other departments.

TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE:

Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.

Understands equipment operation.

Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems.

Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technology

DOCUMENTATION:

Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.

Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.

Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.

Uses correct terminology.

Conforms to required style and format.

Additional Duties

Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.

Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.

Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).

Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.

Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.

For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.

Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.