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NURSING ASSISTANT/PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN - PCU 1D

Independence Health System Greensburg, PA

Job Summary The Technical Partner provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN. Essential Job Functions Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols and standards of care. Perform and/or assist with patient care needs as directed and assists patient with activities of daily living. Respond to call lights, inquiries and requests from patients and families in a timely manner. Collect, document and report ongoing patient care data as directed. Measure and/or document intake and output, including drainage and obtains daily weights when indicated. Obtain individual patient care equipment as directed. Transport patients as directed. May perform the following skills: obtain vital signs, apply heating pads, set up suction equipment, utilize E cylinders, apply antiembolic hose, aseptic techniques, distribute and maintain sufficient supply of linens, apply Sequential Compression Devices, perform blood glucose testing, perform ostomy care, simple dressing changes, apply telemetry leads, bladder scanning, preventative skin care. Apply pulse oximetry, urinary catheter care, transport blood and blood products from blood bank, perform EKGs, oral pharyngeal suctioning, place patient in CPM machine, prepare and maintain isolation boxes and supplies, declutter patient rooms and storage areas, deliver specimens to lab, crutch measurement and teaching, maintenance of specialty carts, supply inventory and special order supplies, stock warmers with blankets, saline, and water. Make regular rounds to address patient needs and physical environment - purposeful hourly rounding, Assist in the educational process to promote and maintain health, foster self-care, and improve outcomes. Obtain resources as needed. Report to the RN/LPN information regarding the patient's readiness to learn. Maintain a collaborative relationship with other health care providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure continuous flow of patient care. Communicate pertinent information of actual/potential problems to the professional/practical nurse. Communicate pertinent information at shift reports and during internal and external transfers. Participate in the unit performance improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care and customer services. Assist in data collection process as requested. Recommend modifications for performance improvement. Demonstrate leadership by utilizing the behaviors inherent to the role of the technical partner. Demonstrate an ability to solve problems utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate. Maintain accountability for actions taken. Effectively function as a resource person. Act as a patient advocate. Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students. Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs. Assist in the department's compliance with state, Joint Commission, OSHA and other regulatory agencies. Assist in continuous survey readiness for inspections and surveys. Adhere to the infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections. Assist with maintaining sufficient and proper supplies on an assigned unit. Assist with monitoring sterile supplies for expiration date and replaces as needed. Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and nursing department policies. Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care. Assume appropriate code team role during code situations or mock codes. Respond effectively during emergency situations, including internal and external disasters. Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and staff. Complete proper collection, identification, labeling and delivery of specimens (including diagnostic studies) to the appropriate department. Support limited use of restraints in accordance with established standards and documents according to policies. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education. Sound judgment, problem solving skills, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to follow directions from other team members; works independently assigned duties. Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience. Preferred Qualifications Completion of a Nurse Aide or comparable program (such as EMT, Medical Assistant, nursing student with at least one semester of clinical or prior experience in related field. Computer skills, Phlebotomy, EKG experience. License, Certification & Clearances Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required or obtain within orientation period (five (5) days from hire). Act 33 with renewal. Act 34 with renewal. Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work Incumbents will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.). Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health locations. Equal Employment Opportunity Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Disclaimer This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Work Environment Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential – Absolute Necessity. Marginal – Minimal Necessity. Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Extreme Heat X Extreme Cold X Heights X Confined Spaces X Extreme Noise(>85dB) X Mechanical Hazards X Use of Vibrating Tools X Operates Vehicle X Operates Heavy Equipment X Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices X X Rotates All Shifts X X 8 Hours Shifts X X 10-12 Hours Shifts X X On-Call X Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk) X X Travel Between Sites X Direct Patient Care X X Respirator Protective Equipment X X Eye Protection X X Head Protection (hard hat) X Hearing Protection X Hand Protection X X Feet, Toe Protection X Body Protection X X Latex Exposure X X Solvent Exposure X Paint (direct use) Exposure X Dust (sanding) Exposure X Ethylene Oxide Exposure X Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure X Blood/Body Fluid Exposure X X Chemicals (direct use) Exposure X X Mist Exposure X Wax Stripper (direct use) X Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure X Ionizing Radiation Exposure X X Laser Exposure X Physical Demands When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required. Essential – Absolute Necessity. Marginal – Minimal Necessity. Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift. Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift. Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift. Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. Physical Condition Essential Marginal Constantly Frequently Occasionally Rarely Never Bending (Stooping) X X Sitting X X Walking X X Climbing Stairs X X Climbing Ladders X Standing X X Kneeling X X Squatting (Crouching) X X Twisting/Turning X X Keyboard/Computer Operation X X Gross Grasp X X Fine Finger Manipulation X X Hand/Arm Coordination X X Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) X 10# 20# 50# 50# Carry X 10# 10# Transfer/Push/Pull Patients X X Seeing Near w/Acuity X X Feeling (Sensation) X X Color Vision X X Hearing Clearly X X Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead X X Reaching Above Shoulder Level X X Reaching Forward X X Lifting Floor to Knuckle X 10# Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle X 50# 50# Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder X 10# 20# Lifting Shoulder to Overhead X 10# When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Educator

Part-time

5 days ago

NURSE NAVIGATOR EDUCATION

Independence Health System Butler, PA

Part time 28 hours per week, Benefit eligible Job Summary : The Clinical Advancement Educator is an educator, consultant, role model, staff/patient advocate, change agent, and leader. In collaboration with leadership, the Clinical Advancement Educator designs, develops, implements, and evaluates a variety of educational offerings in order to improve clinical care and organizational outcomes. This position is instrumental in supporting professional nursing practice by developing, coaching, and mentoring staff to become expert clinicians, critical thinkers, and leaders. Education Minimum: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Preferred: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Registration/Certification/Licensure : Current PA RN license. Current Healthcare Provider BLS. ACLS preferred or certification within 2 years if working with critical care units. PALS preferred or certification within 2 years if working with units which serve pediatric patients. Neonatal Resuscitation preferred or certification within 2 years if working with units which serve neonates. BLS Instructor Certification if teaching CPR and/or overseeing Heart code BLS. ACLS Instructor Certification if teaching ACLS and/or overseeing Heart code ACLS, NRP Instructor Certification if teaching NRP and or/ overseeing NRP training, FHM Instructor (Fetal Heart Monitoring) if teaching FHM and/or overseeing FHM training, and Act33/73 clearances Experience Minimum: Three years of recent clinical practice. Preferred: Previous experience in a role as an educator, knowledge and previous application of adult learning principles, previous experience working with multidisciplinary teams or leadership committees. Experience with computer based learning and technologies. Other Requirements Comprehensive Crisis Management per policy. Status Exempt Physical Requirements: The following frequency definitions apply to all Physical Requirements unless otherwise noted: Occasional: (0-1/3 of day , 0 - 2.5 hrs/day, 1 - 4 reps/hr) Frequent: (1/3 -2/3 of day , 2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day, 5 -24 reps/hr) Constant : (> 2/3rd of day , > 5.5 hrs/day, > 24 reps/hr) Standing * - Remaining on one's feet in an upright position remaining stationary. - OCCASIONAL Walking * - Remaining upright on one's feet, and moving about. - FREQUENT Sitting* - Body remains in a seated position. - OCCASIONAL Stooping * - To bend the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist. - OCCASIONAL Bending * - To flex the upper body forward. - OCCASIONAL Twisting * - To rotate the upper body forward. - OCCASIONAL Climbing - To move the body in any direction on equipment or structures that do not include stairs or ladders. - OCCASIONAL Ladders - To ascend and descend ladders. - N/A Stairs - To ascend and descend stairs. - OCCASIONAL Kneeling* - To move the body downwards and come to rest on both hands and both knees - OCCASIONAL Squatting * - To move the body downwards by bending both knees. - OCCASIONAL Crouching * - To bend the body forward and downward by bending the spine and the legs. - OCCASIONAL Crawling - To move the body forward or backwards on hands and knees. - N/A Reaching Horizontal * - To extend the arms and hands outward, remaining under shoulder height - FREQUENT Reaching Overhead * - To extend the arms and hands up and out over shoulder height. - OCCASIONAL Grasping * - Using functional gripping of the hand to handle an object. - FREQUENT Finger Manipulation * - To manipulate objects with the use of fingers. - FREQUENT Seeing * - Using visual feedback to accomplish a task or activity. - CONSTANT Hearing * - Using sound feedback to accomplish a task or activity - CONSTANT Repetitive Upper Extremity Use - Using the arms and/or hands continuously or more than 2/3 of the total time. - N/A Repetitive Lower Extremity Use - Using the legs and/or feet continuously or more than 2/3 of the total time. - N/A Material Handling Pushing * - To exert a force upon an object in order to move it in a certain direction. Pushing refers to moving an object away from the person. OCCASIONAL 20# - 50# Pulling * - To exert a force upon an object in order to move it in a certain direction. Pulling refers to moving an object towards the person. OCCASIONAL 20# - 50# Lift * - Floor to waist OCCASIONAL 20# - 50# Lift * - Waist to shoulder CONSTANT Up to 20# Lift * - Shoulder to overhead CONSTANT Up to 20# Carrying * - To transport an object or article using the arms or hands (> 10 feet) CONSTANT Up to 20# Environmental Factors Working alone - OCCASIONAL Working in cramped quarters - N/A Working with hands in water - OCCASIONAL Constant interruptions * - CONSTANT Use of power tools * - N/A Working on ladders/scaffolding - N/A Exposure to vibration - N/A Exposure to dust - OCCASIONAL Exposure to noise (constant) - CONSTANT Exposure to electrical energy (outlets, etc) * - FREQUENT Exposure to termperature changes (heat, cold, humidity), that require special clothing - N/A Exposure to slippery walking surfaces * - OCCASIONAL Exposure to solvents, grease, oils - OCCASIONAL Exposure to radiant energy , i.e. computer terminal (more than 4 hours per shift) * - FREQUENT Working with bloodborne pathogens * - FREQUENT Cardiovascular Energy Requirements - Physical Demand PhysicalDemand MetLevel Examples of similar activity intensity Sedentary toLight 0 - 3.5 Light house cleaning, washing dishes, serving food, food shopping, sitting, standing, computer work. Medium 3.6 - 6.3 House work (mopping, scrubbing), health club exercising, treadmill work, stretching, yoga, walk/run-playwith children, aerobic class, dancing, carrying bucket/wood, auto body repair, shoveling snow, golf(carrying clubs). Heavy to VeryHeavy > 6.4 Calisthenics (push up, pull up, sit up, vigorous effort), carrying groceries upstairs, shoveling coal, bailinghay, fire fighting, sawing by hand, splitting wood. As relates to this position: Sedentary to Light * - FREQUENT Medium - OCCASIONAL Heavy to Very Heavy - OCCASIONAL