Unit Support Associate - PRN as needed - Nights 10:45p-7:15a -various shifts incl. weekends

3110 Kennestone Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Unit Support Associate for night shifts (10:45p-7:15a) in the United States. You will facilitate safe transportation of patients to and from the ED, Radiology, and test areas, assist with patient care, document in the EMR, and support a compassionate healthcare team.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma/GED, basic computer skills, and strong communication. The role requires the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, adherence to safety

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to read and speak English.
• Excellent communication and handwriting skills.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from ED, Radiology, and Test/Procedure areas, ensuring proper patient identification and safety.
• Verify patient identification and obtain ticket to ride, proper sign-out, and RN notification upon return.
• Move patients and equipment safely, verify O2 and IV transport, and maintain proper handwashing and isolation techniques.
• Utilize body mechanics and lift equipment; clean equipment and stock rooms as needed.
• Maintain familiarity with EMR, perform related filing/dictation tasks, and scan outside documents into EMR.
• Provide excellent customer service, protect patient rights and confidentiality, and communicate concerns to the RN or appropriate staff.
• Present oneself professionally, assist with basic patient care needs, and support the health care team as assigned.
• Transports patients and supplies across departments and participates in department performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Stressful situations

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Night (United States of America) Unit Support Associate 10:45p-7:15a -various shifts incl. weekends PRN as Needed The Unit Support Associate functions under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Supervisor and/or Centralized Transport Manager to facilitate the safe and appropriate transportation of patients to and from the ED, Radiology, and Test/Procedure areas. Duties include, but are not limited to: cleaning of transportation equipment, proper handling of IV and O2 equipment, assisting with ambulation, stocking of supplies, verification of patient identification, use of scripting with patients, assisting with patients to and from imaging tables, use of AIDET, adherance to all policies. The USA must be able to work in a fast paced environment, which requires multi-tasking activities and ongoing communication with the appropriate Nursing and/or Radiology personnel. Must be able to perform under stressful conditions with a compassionate, respectful, and helpful manner. Must be able to take direction from a variety of care providers. Must be organized with excellent communication skills. In addition, the USA will assist with filing physician transcription/dictation in all patient's electronic medical record.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

Transportation of patients

• Proper verification of patient identification
• Obtain TTR (ticket to ride), proper sign out of patient, proper notification of RN upon return
• Proper movement and transport of patient
• Verify that O2 and IVs are transported correctly
• Ensure that proper handwashing and isolation technique is used
• Utilizes proper body mechanics and lift equipment
• Clean equipment h. Stock rooms as needed

Associated task or activity Department Responsibilities

• Filing/populating medical records and physician transcription/dictation in patients electronic medical record.
• Becomes familiar with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and is able to use it proficiently as a patient medical record.
• Scans outside documentation into EMR as needed.

Excellence in Customer Service by partnering with health care team, patient and family

• Protects rights and dignity of patient at all times
• Maintains confidentiality
• Answers telephone and call lights promptly, notifies appropriate individual of follow-up.
• Resolves patient concerns
• Proactively offers assistance and comfort measures to patients and families

Present self in positive and professional manner and show sensitivity to concerns and needs of others

• Provides patient care under the supervision of the Licensed staff
• Provides basic patient care needs (ex. Hygiene, nutrition, elimination, physical comfort measures) as assigned
• Assist members of health care team with care delivery as assigned

Team Work

• Supports initiatives of the Health care team
• Participates in department performance improvement initiatives
• Transports patients to and from Radiation Oncology Dept, Inpatient floors and Emergency Dept. as needed.
• Transports supplies, patient care supplies, linen, medications and equipment as assigned.
• Practices accountability

Communication

• Uses effective written and oral communication skills with patients, staff, physicians, family and visitors
• Uses safety communication techniques.
• Communicates completion of assignment/duties to appropriate person
• Communicates patient care concerns/problems/emergencies to the RN or appropriate staff member
• Uses positive and respectful communication with all member of healthcare team, patients and families
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education:

High School Diploma / GED

General Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

Preferred

Preferred hospital/medical experience

Required Minimum Skills:

• Basic computer skills required
• Ability to read and speak the English language.
• Must demonstrate good communication skills and handwriting.
• Must display a positive attitude.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate with other health care providers in the provision of patient care
• Ability to multi-task essential
• Ability to function in stressful and emergency situations essential
• Strong detail orientation required
• Computer skills required
• Personal time management skills are required.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery. OUR MISSION: To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. OUR VISION: Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time. OUR VALUES: We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.