What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ambulatory Patient Assistant- Primary Care Sharon Woods position at Nationwide Children's Hospital?
Overview
Job Description Summary:
Performs basic supportive care to specified patients and families under the direction and supervision of an RN or Care Manager. Collects, documents, and reports data to the RN or Care Manager.
Job Description
Essential Functions:
High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Licensure Requirement
Active State Tested Nurse Aide License in the State of Ohio, preferred.
Certifications
Current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider required), required.
Skills
One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years, preferred.
Physical Requirements
OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Hot Temperatures, Interpreting Data, Working at Heights, Working Outdoors
FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Machinery, Power Tools, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Sitting, Squat/kneel
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Color vision, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Electricity, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking
Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above
Job Description Summary:
Performs basic supportive care to specified patients and families under the direction and supervision of an RN or Care Manager. Collects, documents, and reports data to the RN or Care Manager.
Job Description
Essential Functions:
- Performs clerical office coordination and administrative tasks as necessary.
- Collects, documents, and reports vital signs. Completes screening questions and documents all items into medical record.
- Promotes general patient safety and performs minor specimen testing. Holds, positions patients, and assists with procedures. Preps all materials and supplies as needed.
- Remains compliant with HIPAA, maintains professionalism and ensures confidentiality of patient information.
- Ensures environmental standards are met and all clinic and patient areas are stocked, cleaned, and maintained.
- Identifies learning needs, completes continuing education, and participates in offered educational opportunities. Acts as a preceptor and trains other staff.
High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
Licensure Requirement
Active State Tested Nurse Aide License in the State of Ohio, preferred.
Certifications
Current CPR certification (BLS for healthcare provider required), required.
Skills
- Effective written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Must demonstrate competence as defined in the Patient Care Assistant responsibilities/skills checklist in providing age appropriate care and services to pediatric patients of all ages and selected adult patients.
- Displays a positive presence and interacts with patients, families, staff, outside vendors, consultants, and physicians.
One year of patient care experience in a hospital setting within the last three years, preferred.
Physical Requirements
OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Hot Temperatures, Interpreting Data, Working at Heights, Working Outdoors
FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Machinery, Power Tools, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Sitting, Squat/kneel
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Color vision, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Electricity, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking
Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above
- Requires focus and attention to detail while multi-tasking.
- Able to perform effectively during stressful situations.
