V4W Acute Care for Older Adults Clinical Tech

Yale New Haven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to support daily patient care under supervision of the RN or Patient Care Manager. You will assist with daily living activities, collect vital signs, and participate in non-sterile treatments and specimen collection as assigned.

The role emphasizes PFCC and respectful interactions with patients and families, with flexibility to meet unit needs. CNA certification or nursing program enrollment is required, with 1 year of related

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be a CNA or complete certification prior to completion of orientation or enrolled in a nursing program.
• One year patient care experience (EKG, Phlebotomy, Nurse Aide, Nurse Technician) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Condu cts daily patient care activities including activities of daily living and comfort measures.
• Collects data: weights, temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure measurements, including orthostatic parameters as appropriate.
• Performs non-sterile treatments such as cold compresses.
• Performs specimen collection/procedures, including phlebotomy as assigned.
• Uses effective interpersonal skills in all interactions, showing respect for others.
• Maintains active involvement in all educational activities related to role; attends mandatory inservices.
• Performs other responsibilities as requested by Patient care manager; flexible with time.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification or nursing program enrollment

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.

Under the direct supervision of the RN or Patient Care Manager, performs duties of daily patient care which include bath and assistance with activities of daily living, data collection on weight, temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure measurements. Performs non-sterile treatments, phlebotomy (depending upon area of assignment) and EKG's. Patient and family centered care (PFCC) at YNHH is demonstrated by working with patients and their families based on the 4 principles of PFCC: participation, dignity and respect, information sharing, and collaboration. This includes providing service excellence by creating a great "First Impression" by demonstrating exemplary customer service skills for all customer groups including patients, families/friends, physicians, staff and support department personnel. Adheres to the "I Am YNHH" service excellence pledge and promotes a positive work environment.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1.Conducts daily patient care activities including activities of daily living and comfort measures.
  • 1.1Performs complete or partial bath.
• 2.Collects Data.
  • 2.1Obtains weights, temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure measurements, including orthostatic parameters as appropriate.
• 3.Performs non-sterile treatments.
  • 3.1Applies cold compresses.
• 4.Performs specimen collection/procedures.
  • 4.1Performs phlebotomy (depending upon area of assignment.)
• 5.Uses effective interpersonal skills in all interactions.
  • 5.1Demonstrates respect for the other person in all interactions.
• 6.Maintains active involvement in all educational activities related to role.
  • 6.1Attends all mandatory inservices.
• 7.Performs other responsibilities as requested by Patient care manager.
  • 7.1Is flexible with time as assignment changes to meet unit needs.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent. Must be a CNA or complete certification prior to completion of orientation or has completed one clinical nursing school rotation and currently enrolled in a nursing program.

EXPERIENCE

One (1) year patient care experience (EKG, Phlebotomy, Nurse Aide, Nurse Technician) preferred.

LICENSURE

N/A