Patient Services Associate - Labor & Delivery

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Closing Date:

02/27/2025

Type of Position:

Administration - Outreach

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
  
  

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Department:

ICE | WISL Nursing Services L&D IP C

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Patient Services Associate (PSA) is a trained member of the unit based team who supports the on-going delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary Patient Management Team. The PSA works under the direct supervision of the R.N. and performs tasks and duties which do not require a license, professional judgment or intervention. The PSA must pass the required competencies. The PSA works within the Department of Nursing standards. The PSA adheres to UAMS clinical programs, policies, procedures and standards and guest care guidelines.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED Plus 1 year Patient Care in a health care setting.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provides Care in an Efficient Effective Manner
• Organizes own workload to ensure completion during shift, in coordination with R.N. and other team members
• Seeks assistance from appropriate staff when necessary
• Utilizes down (unproductive) time toward patient and unit activities
• Accepts constructive feedback from peers/team members and takes corrective action when needed;
• Obtains patient report as per unit policy and has on-going communication with R.N. regarding patient care/changes in condition; Informs nurse of patient requests or complaints
• Performs other duties as defined by unit check list as delegated by R.N./CDF/CSM; Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients
• Transports patients to other areas of the hospital as directed
• Carries out the Plan of Care for Patient using a Multidisciplinary Approach as Delegated by Team Leader
• Communicates effectively with other team members to facilitate patient care; Verbalizes understanding of patient's plan of care
• Accepts directions from R.N.s and team members; Follows through on delegated patient care activities
• Assists Patient with ADL/Personal Care; Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures
• Applies and monitors restraints; Assists patients with activities (ambulation, up in chair, turn and reposition)
• Documents patients care per standards
• Documents vital signs, ADL, wave tests, I&O's accurately and timely and per unit and department standards
• Documents all patient care activities/task accurately and timely per standards
• Directs any questions regarding documentation to R.N.
• Documents on flow sheets and in eChart per unit and department standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Standing, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Lifting, Sharps

Benefits Eligible:

Yes