Patient Care Attendant

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp.; New London (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp. is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support basic patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse within our surgical or general units.

You will monitor vitals, assist with daily activities, and help prepare rooms and supplies to ensure patient comfort and safety. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited nursing assistant program, CNA or student nurse status, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of accredited nursing assistant program.
• Minimum 1 year Medical/Surgical experience.
• Nurse Aide Certification or equivalent; BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs designated procedures as directed by the licensed nurse.
• Assists with basic patient care under supervision of the licensed nurse.
• Takes and records vital signs including Sao2, blood pressure and weight; performs surgical preps.
• Maintains clean and organized patient care areas and prepares equipment.
• Orients patient to unit; responds promptly to call lights and provides assistance.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition and IV-related issues.
• Keeps RN informed of work status and availability for assignments.
• Responds to staff requests for equipment/materials in a timely manner.
• Assists with positioning and lifting patients.
• Meets performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, and development.
• Performs other duties to ensure smooth operation of the unit.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; completion of accredited nursing assistant program

Nurse Aide Certification or equivalent; BLS certification required

Minimum 1 year Medical/Surgical experience

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Performs A Variety Of Duties To Ensure The Surgery Center Is Clean And The Proper Materials, Equipment And Uniforms Are Available. Performs Tasks Necessary For The Timely Turnover Of Rooms Between Surgical Procedures And Patients. Under The Delegation And Supervision Of An Rn, Provides Clinical Support With Basic Nursing Care And Patient Monitoring For The General Welfare And Safety Of All Patients. Provides Any Supportive Duties That May Be Necessary For The Efficient, Effective, Productive Provision Of Patient Care And Department Flow.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1.Performs Selected Procedures As Designated By Licensed Nurse.
• 2.Assists With Basic Patient Care Under The Supervision Of The Licensed Nurse.
• 3.Takes And Records Vital Signs, Sao2, Blood Pressure And Weight. Performs Surgical Preps.
• 4.Maintains Clean And Orderly Patient Care, Storage Pantry And Utility Areas. Sets Up Equipment In Rooms To Prepare For Admissions.
• 5.Orients Patient To Unit And Secures Patient Valuables. Responds To Call Lights Promptly And Provides Necessary Assistance.
• 6.Monitors And Communicates Changes In Patient Condition, Leakage Of Iv Solutions And Other Problems With Treatments/Devices.
• 7.Keeps Rn Informed Of Status Of Work And Availability For Additional Assignments.
• 8.Responds To Staff Requests For Equipment And/Or Materials In A Timely Manner.
• 9.Provides Assistance With Positioning And Lifting Patients.
• 10.Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• 11.Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Asc.

EDUCATION

High school graduate or equivalent and graduate of an accredited nursing assistant program or equivalent (equivalent may be defined as a student nurse)

EXPERIENCE

Minimum Of One Year Medical/Surgical Or Equivalent Experience.

LICENSURE

Nurse Aide Certification Or Equivalent Required (Equivalent May Be Defined As A Student Nurse)BLS certification required

SPECIAL SKILLS

N/A

YNHHS Requisition ID

197821