Patient Care Tech (CNA/HUC) - Mom& Baby

11800 American Fork Hospital; American Fork (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision

Dental

401(K)

Education assistance

Job summary

Intermountain Health’s American Fork Hospital seeks a Clinical Support Partner filling a combined CNA, Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) role in the Mom & Baby unit. The 36-hour weekly schedule includes 12-hour night shifts, weekends and holidays, with starting pay of $18.40+ per hour based on experience.

The role assists the patient care team, coordinates unit activities, handles clerical tasks, admits/discharges, and supports safety standards.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification in Utah is required.
• BLS certification for healthcare providers required.
• Basic computer literacy and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work as CNA, PCT and HUC on the Mom & Baby unit.
• Assist patient care, admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Coordinate unit activities and handle clerical duties.
• Maintain safety, document care and respond to patient/family needs.

Skills

Patient Care

Certified Nursing Assistant

Teamwork

Computer Literacy

Communication

Patient Care Delivery

Personal Hygiene

Safe Patient Handling

Vital Signs

Specimen Collection

Education

Current CNA Certification in Utah

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Job description

This position functions as both a Patient Care Tech (PCT) and Health Unit Coordinator (HUC). A Patient Care Tech functions as a clinical support partner assisting the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. A Health Unit Coordinator, under the direction of nursing leadership, facilitates unit organization and patient care by assisting in the coordination of patient, nursing, physician and other health care provider office and clerical activities.

Location: American Fork Hospital – American Fork, Utah Department/Unit: Maternity /Mom & Baby Schedule: Full-time | 36 hours/week | 12-hour shifts Shifts: Night shifts, weekends & holidays required Pay: Starting at $18.40+ (based on experience) Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, 401(K), Education Assistance & more!

Responsibilities

• This C.N.A position will work both Health Unit Coordinator and Patient Care Tech shifts.
• Looking for active C.N.A candidates with at least one year of patient care experience, preferably in a hospital setting!

Come join our Mom & Baby unit designed for new mothers to stay with their infants while receiving care, support, and treatment. Be part of a team providing services for both pregnancy and postpartum physical recovery after birth, we focus on keeping the mother and baby together to support their bond and the mother's recovery.

Job Essentials

• Certified Nursing Assistant Certification in the state of Utah.
• If CNA certificate is expired, must be renewed before start date.
• Completion of a recent Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program.
• Verification of CNA program completion is required (program must have been completed within the past (1) year).
• CNA certification must be obtained within 120 days of hire.
• Completion of a Fundamentals of Nursing Course.
• Must have earned a passing grade within the past two (2) years.
• Official transcript is required.

Patient Care

Prioritizes and delivers basic patient care which may include toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs. Assists with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients. Provides excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests. Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner. Reports changes in the patient condition quickly and secures qualified assistance as needed. Based on unit, may also be responsible for telemetry duties. Can function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patient, taking care of patient care needs, and involving other members of the patient care team as needed. When working on a clinical unit, may be required to take medications from the delivery system to the RN.

Collaboration

Collaborates and consults with RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team for best patient care. Demonstrate effective teamwork, prioritization, communication, and organization. Performs non-nursing duties as delegated (e.g., cleaning, stocking, answering phones, clerical support, providing directions). Implements plan of care as delegated. Performs assigned duties within Scope of Practice and performs specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards. Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.

Patient Care Support and Clerical Activities

Answer patient call lights. Schedules tests and treatments as ordered. May provide access control to visitor entrance to secure units. Answers unit telephones and disseminates information appropriately. Processes, organizes, files and maintains patient and unit records. Transcribes physician orders. Acts as unit receptionist. May organize, stock and maintain supplies on the unit.

Skills

• Patient Care
• Certified Nursing Assistant
• Teamwork
• Computer Literacy
• Communication
• Patient Care Delivery
• Personal Hygiene
• Safe Patient Handling
• Vital Signs
• Specimen Collection

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of CNA patient care experience.
• Hospital setting experience.
• Experience using electronic medical records.

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc). May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location

Intermountain Health American Fork Hospital, American Fork, Utah. Work City: American Fork Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36. The hourly range for this position is $18.40 - $23.92.

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Career Support

Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

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