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Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
A Brief Overview
Member of the care delivery team will function under the direction of, and be
assistive to, a Registered Nurse to provide delegated, direct patient care
intervention, including the performance of sterile and non-sterile procedures.
Responsible to provide a safe environment for their assigned patients; to
complete the assigned work; to monitor the patient for changes in condition and
to report those changes to the RN; to document the work that they complete; and
to document and report any pertinent observations as a result of the
interventions. This position is an important member of the patient care team who
uses acquired, clerical skills to assist in maintaining efficient workflow to
ensure safe, quality care with a patient centered approach focusing on
continuity of patient care and satisfaction. Making independent clinical
decisions is outside of the scope for this position. Refer clinical questions to
the provider or nurse.
Education Qualifications
* Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program.
Required or
* Successfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician
program. Required or
* A Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant,
Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical
Technician or Patient Care Technician certification may be substituted for
the educational requirement. Required
Experience Qualifications
* Experience in an office or clinic setting. Preferred
Skills and Abilities
* Knowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care. (Required
proficiency)
* Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely
manner. (Required proficiency)
* Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified
within the institution. (Required proficiency)
* Participates actively in educational activities for department. (Required
proficiency)
* Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required
proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
* Patient Care Technician - PCTC - AMCA Or an active certification to practice
in Kansas as either Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical
Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or
Emergency Medical Technician is required as a substitute for education
qualifications. Required
What you will do
* Implements identified plan through coordination of care with
interdisciplinary care team to employ strategies to promote health and
wellness.
* Collaborative with interdisciplinary care team encompassing strategies to
achieve expected outcomes.
* Communicate pertinent data and information relative to the patient,
situation, or setting in a timely manner.
* Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions, proper
procedure in dressing changes, wound care, hand hygiene and cleanliness of
the patient rooms/department
* Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL’S), accurate
measurement and recording of weight, height, vital signs and report any
changes to assigned nurse.
* Delivers care guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring illustrated by
creating caring relationships, taking time to have uninterrupted moments with
patients and displaying unconditional acceptance and respect.
* Promotes a mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of
ideas and supports the effectiveness of professional relationships and
integrates ethics in all aspects of practice.
* Demonstrates advocacy in all roles and settings.
* Practices Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles in their daily work by
respecting others’ uniqueness, perspectives, backgrounds or beliefs.
* Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice.
* Mentors PCT’s s new to their role for the purpose of ensuring successful
enculturation, orientation, competence, and emotional support. Supports
students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
* Commits to lifelong learning through critical thinking, self-reflection, and
inquiry for personal growth and development.
* Demonstrates willingness to participate in process of evolution the scope of
the Stormont Vail Health professional practice model
* Utilizes appropriate resources to provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing
services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible, and used
judiciously.
Required for All Jobs
* Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of
Stormont Vail Health
* Performs other duties as assigned
Patient Facing Options
* Position is Patient Facing
Remote Work Guidelines
* Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with
all security and privacy standards.
* Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
* Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others
during working hours.
* Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
* Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge
the Remote Work Agreement annually.
Remote Work Capability
* On-Site; No Remote
Scope
* No Supervisory Responsibility
* No Budget Responsibility
Physical Demands
* Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour
* Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour
* Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour
* Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour
* Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs
* Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
* Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
* Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
* Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs
* Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Working Conditions
* Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Infectious Diseases: Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour
* Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour
* Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour
Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and
practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective
employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color,
ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion,
national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability
or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices
including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job
training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.
Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of
discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise
opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.