As a Patient Care Assistant (Nursing Assistant) you will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse to assist in delivery of patient care including personal hygiene and daily activities transporting patients and equipment, setting up and maintaining patient rooms, and reordering/stocking of supplies. Responsible for coordination of communications and procedures for the nursing unit, process electronic orders and assembling patient’s charts and other necessities.
Work Schedule:
0.6 FTE Days. Includes every third weekend rotation.
Required Qualifications:
- Must have one of the following: - High school diploma or equivalent
- HS Diploma in progress and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry
- Equivalent work experience in lieu of HS diploma or equivalent may be considered.
- Current BLS - American Heart Association or BLS - American Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer &Health Care Provider)
- Six (6) months experience in healthcare setting or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry
- Must have strong organizational, multi-tasking, and communication skills with a customer-service orientation.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Demonstrates basic computers skills or the ability to achieve proficiency within 3 months.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with patients, visitors, and co-workers.
- Ability to independently initiate appropriate tasks within the scope of practice of the position.
- Ability to provide individualized care and respond to a variety of patient/family preferences.
- Ability to provide an exceptional patient experience utilizing strong customer service skills.
- Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the MN Nursing Assistant Registry
- HUC or unit clerk experience
- Microsoft office experience
- Prior experience in acute care or hospital setting
- Knowledge of pre and post-op surgical/orthopedic and general medical patients
- Knowledge and care in the use of all specialized orthopedic equipment
- Knowledge of routine order sets in Epic
Benefits:
Lakeview Hospital offers a competitive benefits package (.5 FTE or greater) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, 401k with match, disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement. We offer an on-site employee fitness center, free parking and employee discounts. Lakeview Hospital is a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Loan Forgiveness program.