Orderly - Full time - OR

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital in Gloucester, Virginia is seeking an entry level health care assistant to support the surgical services team under supervision. The role focuses on patient care and maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, following infection control procedures, and adhering to safety protocols. CPR/BLS certification is required, with Nurse Aide preferred for advancement within the team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Nurse Aide (Preferred) certification or training preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision and follow department policies.
• Maintain a safe, clean patient environment and equipment.
• Demonstrate appropriate telephone etiquette and customer service.
• Assist team members and students as needed to support patient care.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols to prevent injuries.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Infection control

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Aide (Preferred)

Job description

Gloucester, VirginiaHiring Range$15.60 - $20.25/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.Entry Level PositionOverviewWorks under the supervision of Director of Surgical Services and/or Clinical Coordinator in personal care of the patients and their environment (including those needing special precautions) and performs specified treatments. In addition, this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served in assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and provide the care needed as described according to the departmental policy and procedure. Promotes and maintains safe work environmental for staff as well as our customers, incorporating national patient safety initiatives. Utilizes perioperative safety protocol, maintains patient confidentiality, adheres to strict sterile technique, and supports flexible patient care needs.What you will doDemonstrates positive customer service utilizing appropriate telephone etiquette. Strives to meet/exceed the needs of the facility's customers/patients by demonstrating flexibility and sense of urgency to patient care needs.Maintains a safe patient care environment by complying with RHS policies/procedures/regulatory requirements that support National Safety Patient Goals and Quality Initiatives. Recognizes and reports variances and provides resolutions. Following infection control, fall protocols, body mechanics and proper lifting techniques to minimize injuries/occurrences.Demonstrates understanding and knowledge of the technology systems necessary for patient data collection.Participates positively in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students as needed.Demonstrates the ability to follow the plan of care that assures patients receive consistent, competent, and ethical care, within legal standards of practice, while maintaining privacy and support for the patients value system. Assists co-workers with the care of their customers; addresses customers needs regardless of assignment. Assists others to complete tasks when necessary.Promotes team work by working effectively as a team member as well as independently. Seeks assistance as needed. Consistently and accurately identifies and reports changes in patient condition/behavior to a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.Demonstrates accountability for ensuring availability of resources (equipment, instruments, supplies) necessary to ensure positive patient outcomes. Maintains clean, safe, and orderly work/patient environment by cleaning work stations/areas, equipment; stocking supplies; placing equipment in proper storage areas.Demonstrates understanding of diverse patient care populations served within the community.Support and/ provides suggestions for cost containment. Identifies and recommends solutions for cost savings/waste reduction.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or GED, Nurse Aide (Preferred)ExperiencePrior acute health care setting (Preferred)Licenses and CertificationsCPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) (Required)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.