Nursing Assistant - Emergency Dept. (ED) - 498999

Contingent / Shift Hours: Varies - May work 2 shifts monthly (minimum)

Title: Nursing Assistant - Emergency Dept. (ED)

Department Org: Emergency Dept. - 110080

Employee Classification: S8 - Student PT HSC

Bargaining Unit: Bargaining Unit Exempt

Primary Location: HSC H

Shift: 8

Start Time: Varies- May work 2 weekend shifts/mo (minimum)

Posted Salary: $18.44

Float: True

Rotate: True

On Call: False

Travel: False

Weekend/Holiday: True

Job Description:

Assists the Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and Mental Health Technician in providing delegated tasks on the nursing unit. Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly work area.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Student currently enrolled in Associate, Baccalaureate, or Masters Degree nursing program.
2. Has completed a nursing fundamentals course including check offs (Vitals, I&O, bed making, perineal care etc.) or a clinical rotation.
3. Current BLS certification.
4. Ability to write legibly, speak articulately, and follow directions accurately. Finger and hand dexterity to handle delicate instruments and other equipment.
5. Ability to plan and organize work and to work under close supervision. Willingness to accept responsibility for patients in their care when performing delegated functions of this position and to perform delegated duties in accordance with established methods and procedures.
6. Ability to tolerate strenuous physical activity such as turning, stooping, bending, stretching, walking, and lifting in order to assist patients. Handles and serves patients in a manner conducive to their welfare and safety.
7. May be required to rotate shifts and units.
8. May be required to rotate shifts and units.
9. Physical requirements:
a. visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected to 20/20 including color vision when applicable;
b. ability to hear (with or without aides)
c. ability to orally communicate
d. good manual dexterity
e. ability to push, pull, roll, and transfer/lift 50 pounds occasionally
f. ability to stand, walk frequently
g. ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel frequently; and
h. ability to perform CPR

Conditions of Employment:

To promote the highest levels of health and well-being, the University of Toledo campuses are tobacco-free. To further this effort, the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center is requiring candidates for employment to be nicotine-free. Pre-employment health screening requirements will include cotinine (nicotine) testing, as well as drug and other required health screenings for the position. With the exception of positions within University of Toledo Main Campus and the University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences, the employment offer is conditional upon successful completion of a cotinine test and Occupational Health clearance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity employer. The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University is dedicated to attracting and retaining the best and brightest talent and fostering a culture of respect.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact HR Compliance at hrcompliance@utoledo.edu or 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. or apply online for an accommodation request.

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