Trinity Health Corporation West Des Moines , IA 50398
Posted 5 days ago
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Night Shift
Description:
Job Summary
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist Triage Nursing in meeting the needs of individuals in the waiting area, with vitals, rooming patients, and helping get patients out of car.
Completes daily stocking in assigned team.
Assists RN with arrival of EMS patients.
Transports patients to other departments within the hospital (CT, Surgery, and to admitted floor).
Cleans room (changes linens on carts, disposes of used equipment and disposable items, and wipes down counters and sinks when necessary) in preparation for the next patient.
Rounding hourly on patients and meeting their needs or communicating them to the RN.
Performs or assists patients with personal hygiene such as oral care, dressing/undressing and elimination needs.
Collects and accurately labels various specimens, including urine and venous blood specimens.
Performs tasks including positioning and maintaining patient in correct and safe alignment; measuring and recording temperature, pulse rate, respiratory rate and blood pressure; measuring and recording height and weight as directed.
Assists with post-mortem care as directed by the clinical staff.
Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, a Phlebotomist, or certified in Iowa as an EMT-B or Paramedic or Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practicing Nurse, or currently enrolled in an RN program or a Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN program • Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire. • Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within 6 weeks of hire from an acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provide
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
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