Patient Care Assistant (ICU/TU) Nights, Every Third Weekend Only

Holland Hospital; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 7,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Holland Hospital in Holland, MI is seeking a part-time nurse aide for the ICU/Telemetry unit on the night shift. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performing patient care tasks and handling basic unit responsibilities.

Required is a High School Diploma or GED and BLS within 60 days; CNA preferred, with bilingual English/Spanish a plus. Schedule is 7pm to 7:30am, every third weekend, 16 hours every 2 weeks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or proof of higher education.
• BLS for the Healthcare Provider required by 60 days after hire.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Computer literacy preferred.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Documents patient care activities and data using forms or information systems.
• Performs clinical skills including vital signs, aseptic technique, and specimen collection.
• Performs activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, grooming and oral care.
• Completes assigned duties within the time frame set by the RN.
• Gathers data including intake, output, vitals, weight, and point-of-care test results.
• Assists with admission, transfer, or discharge of patients.
• Observes patients for changes and reports promptly.

Job description

Holland Hospital’s 8 Bed Intensive Care and 22 bed Telemetry Unit provides state-of-the-art intensive care to the lakeshore communities. Each year, more than 2,600 seriously ill or injured patients are admitted to these units where they receive the highest level of care by a skilled multidisciplinary team. The ICU and Telemetry units commonly care for patients presenting with Sepsis, Respiratory Failure, Pneumonia, Heart Failure, Myocardial Infarction and Stroke among other high acuity diagnosis. Our top-rated safety standards and quality techniques ensure immediate intervention for patients with life‑threatening conditions.

Under supervision of the RN, serves as an integral member of the health care team by performing clerical and patient care assignments as delegated and permitted by law and regulatory bodies and institutional policies and procedures. This position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and service appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned area.

_ PLEASE NOTE: You will need to be able to maintain this schedule throughout the year. This is not a summer only position. _

Pay Range: $16.88 - $23.64/hour

Employment Type: Part Time, 16 hours every 2 weeks.

Schedule: 7pm to 7:30am, every third weekend ONLY

Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required or proof of higher education, BLS for the Healthcare Provider by 60 days after hire required.

Preferred Experience/Education/Skills:

• Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) preferred.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Computer literate preferred.
• Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred

PATIENT CARE

• Assists in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and receives written and/or verbal assignments and direction.
• Documents patient care activities and patient data accurately using appropriate documentation forms and/or information systems.
• Performs required clinical skills including but not limited to: Vital sign measurement; aseptic technique; specimen collection; hot and cold applications; simple respiratory therapy; post mortem care; ostomy care; and, application of orthopedic devices.
• Performs patient care tasks related to activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, hair, skin, and oral care.
• Completes assigned patient duties within the time-frame established by the Registered Nurse.
• Gathers data including but not limited to: Intake; output; vital signs; patient height and weight; and, point-of-care test results.
• Assists with admission, transfer, or discharge of patients.
• Observes patients carefully for changes and reports in a timely manner.

STANDARDS

• Utilizes information while upholding the policies and procedures of Holland Hospital to continuously improve patient care, safety, and practice to enhance outcomes.
• Reports patient safety issues utilizing the occurrence reporting system.
• Able to describe the unit based quality improvement activities and implications for practice.
• Assists with data collection for quality improvement activities.
• Assists with the identification of actual and potential risks to patient safety.
• Achieves unit specific initial and ongoing competencies.
• Provides close care/1:1 direct observation of patients to maintain patient safety as assigned.
• Interacts with and contributes to the professional development and training of peers, colleagues, and students.

UNIT MAINTENANCE

• Supports the operation of the unit by completing assigned tasks.
• Performs ongoing supplies inventory.
• Stocks and cleans patient care areas.
• Assists with regulatory checks as delegated.
• Maintains a neat, uncluttered environment in patient room and/or treatment area.

CLERICAL AND RECEPTION

• Supports patient care and unit operations by completing assigned tasks under supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Performs file, chart, and forms maintenance.
• Functions as unit receptionist by promptly, politely, and professionally answering phone and greeting visitors.
• Assists with requests and facilitates communication between members of the health care team.
• Assists with other clerical/reception duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of computer downtime procedures.

Holland Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy