What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Assistant IPU (Call-in) position at ST FRANCIS COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES?
Who we are
St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawai‘i has built a legacy of creating healthy communities. From introducing medical firsts to the islands over the years, to caring for kupuna, caregivers, and keiki today, we have held true to our Franciscan core values of peacemaking, simplicity, joy, and charity. Each team member is important to carrying out our mission through their commitment and compassion for helping others. Our team members thrive in a supportive environment where excellence, teamwork, and dedication are cultivated and valued. For us at St. Francis, healthcare is not simply a job but a devotion and calling to serve. We welcome you to join the St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawai'i 'ohana to continue our legacy of caring for Hawai'i's people.
Summary of Duties: Assists Nursing Staff in caring for Hospice patients at the inpatient facility; performs routine duties and follows instructions given by Nursing staff; exercises care in handling patients; reports any noticeable changes in condition or behavior to Registered Nurse.
Essential Functions of the Job
- Assists in admitting, transferring or discharging patients; stores and records patient’s clothing and valuables; completes proper forms.
- Assists with serving food trays and nourishments; records intakes as required.
- Reports to Registered Nurse poor intakes or refusal of nourishments.
- Reports and documents all observed falls and unusual occurrences by completing an incident report.
- Provides for measures which provide for the safety of patients (i.e. side rails, fall risk-protocol, bed exit alarm, soft vest/posey restraints).
- Maintains an attractive and comfortable environment for patients with special consideration to the cleanliness of rooms, ventilation and lighting.
- Adheres to and effectively communicates Hospice’s philosophy, goals, objectives and policies to patients/families, physicians and staff.
- Ensures that all patient information is held/handled in a strictly confidential manner.
- Maintains patient personal hygiene needs; gives baths (i.e. bed, shower); assists with overall grooming if patient unable to do so by themselves.
- Assists and accompanies patients with ambulation.
- Reports any change in patient's mental or physical condition to Registered Nurse.
- Maintains responsibility to ensure current CNA certification and current CPR.
- Prepares and participates in regulatory/accrediting surveys (i.e. DOH/JCAHO).
- PERFORMS ALL TASKS AND RELATED DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
Educational Requirements: High School Graduate or equivalent. Certificate of completion of a State of Hawaii certified Nurse’s Aide course (100 hours). State of Hawaii Nurse Aide Certification, preferred.
Experience: Six (6) months Nurses’ Aide experience or equivalent clinical experience. Acute care experience preferred. Will consider Skilled Nursing Facility and Home Health Aide experience.
Skills Required: Dexterity in handling equipment and instruments. Ability to adapt to changing situations on short notice and with ease. Able to express self clearly and effectively in oral and written form. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Current CPR certification.
Communication and Contacts: Requires only routine contact within the unit or department.
Benefits Overview
At St. Francis Healthcare System of Hawaiʻi, we believe in sharing the same heart and level of care for our team members as we do for the clients we serve. Our comprehensive benefits are designed with the whole employee in mind. From resources for Professional and Educational development opportunities to an employer matching 403(B) retirement plan, we seek to provide a workplace which helps our team members be their best. Below is a summary of just a few of our employee benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Drug & Vision Coverage
- Flexible Spending Account (for Health and Dependent Care)
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Sick Leave benefits
- Educational Reimbursement and Professional Leave benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Much more!
