What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nurse Assistant / Unit Secretary Pre-Op / PACU position at MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL LLC?
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Description
Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Certified Nurse Assistant/Unit Secretary to join our team!
JOB SUMMARY:
The PACU Ward Clerk provides basic nursing care and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean recovery environment according to the direction of the R.N. charge. She/he Facilitates and demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times.
BENEFITS:
Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
- Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital
Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The CNA assigned to PACU I:
- Assists in admitting patients to the PACU I area.
- Attaches monitors and SCDs.
- Empties and records foleys and drains.
- Applies warm blankets and ice packs to patients.
- Performs blood draws and blood sugar checks.
- Retrieves PCU pump and tubing.
- Transfers patient from PACU II to the post-surgical department
The CNA assigned to PACU II:
- Assists patients to the bathroom and helps patients in getting dressed.
- Transports patients to their car.
The CNA’s Ward Clerk Duties:
- Performs a chart audit for all patient charges.
- Maintains PACU forms, files and supplies.
- Fax physician orders.
- Call in doctor appointments for patients.
- Stock the following items:
- Carts, shelves and supplies
- Dietary items
- Oxygen tanks
- Is responsible for gurney and bed control.
- Is fully knowledgeable of policies and procedures of Mountain View Hospital.
- Performs other related duties incidental to work described herein.
About Mountain View:
Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.
Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.
Qualifications
Education/Certification: High school graduate or equivalent. Successful completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) program. Current BLS certification and renewal as required.
Experience: Experience as a CNA preferred.
Equipment/Technology: Basic computer skills required.
Language/Communication: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Mental Capabilities: Can frequently and consistently make sound judgments.
Interpersonal: Works well with others.
Performance: Can work well under pressure and meet multiple and competing deadlines.
