Healthcare Tech (Cna) - Neuro Med/Surg

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Healthcare Tech (CNA) - Neuro Med/Surg

Department: Neuro MedSurg CT9B - CFH

Usual Schedule: 3/12 hour shifts

Regions: Carle Foundation

On Call Requirements: no

Job Category: Patient Care

Work Location: Carle Foundation Hospital

Employment Type: Full - Time

Nursing Specialty:

Job Post ID: 38986

Secondary Job Category:

Experience Requirements: None

Weekend Requirements: every other

Education Requirements: HS Diploma/GED

Shift: Night

Location: Urbana, IL

Holiday Requirements: Yes

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Health Care Technician (HCT) functions as a support to the licensed nursing staff and performs activities related to the personal care and hygiene needs of an assigned patient group. Facilitates communication with other departments, visitors, patients, medical staff and employees. Serves as a public relations liaison for the unit. Works under the direct supervision of the nursing manager.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma/Equivalent

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

Basic Life Support (BLS). Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Completion of CNA coursework w/in past 24 months, OR Successfull completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program, OR Worked as a CNA w/in past 24 months, OR Successful completion of at least one semester of nursing clinical experiences, OR Documented relevant medical military training.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assists with the maintenance of unit supplies to ensure the smooth function of the unit, including stocking nurse servers, cleaning instruments and equipment, ordering supplies, and making up charts.

• Collects data on assigned patients as directed by Registered Nurse (RN) and ensures accurate documentation.

• Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills as outlined in the skills checklist including: measurement of vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and measuring and recording intake and output.

• Performs or assists patients with the activities of daily living. Prepares patients for transportation and/or transport.

• Completes the unit specific HCT Safety Checklist at the beginning of each shift

• Receives delegated responsibilities from RN each shift and maintains close communication during shift regarding completion of tasks/responsibilities

• Completes and documents basic patient care independently: including but not limited to baths, vital signs, accuchecks and meal trays

• Maintains patient safety as the highest priority level: ensuring safety measure compliance such as fall precautions, pressure ulcer prevention, isolation precautions and patient ambulation safety

• Maintains a positive attitude at all times on unit that promotes a healthy work environment and a healing patient environment

• Keeps a diligent focus on prompt answering of patient call lights to ensure effective triage and completion of patient requests/medical needs

• Responds and interacts appropriately with patients who display mild to severe brain injury due to stroke, trauma or surgery; Specifically identifies and responds immediately to neurological changes and/or seizure activity

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.

Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.

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