Nursing Assistant - Intermediate Care Unit (Rotating Shifts)

Job DescriptionThe nursing assistant role is responsible for assisting with general activities of the patient care unit and assist the health care team with performance of patient care activities, under the direction and guidance of a Registered Nurse.Position is full-time, 60 hours biweekly, rotating day and night shifts with an every third weekend and every other holiday requirementBenefits: Paid Time Off: PTO accrual, Six paid holidays annually and one day of paid volunteer time off. Paid Parental Leave: Six weeks of paid leave for new parents at 100% pay. Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 for approved courses. Retirement Savings Plan: 403(b) plan with immediate participation and matching contributions Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D Insurance equal to one-time annual salary, up to $500,000. Disability Coverage: Short- and long-term disability coverage at 60% of salary for non-work-related disabilities.2 West is a surgical intermediate unit with a high population of patients requiring post-operative care for urological issues, traumatic injuries, and general surgery. 2 West also cares for patients with acute and end stage renal disease and patients requiring an intermediate level of nursing care due to their tracheostomy and/or ventilator needs. Each patient room is equipped with oxygen, compressed air, and suction along with state-of-the-art cardiorespiratory bedside monitors and computers that enable the healthcare team to access a patient's electronic medical record. The patient care complexity directly relates to the wide range of patient care skills required for this diverse patient population. The goal of this unit is to provide high quality, cost effective patient care. The Synergy model is used in making appropriate patient assignments based on patient and family needs and nursing skill set.Special equipment used on this unit includes infusion pumps, syringe pumps, feeding pumps, BiPap respirators, Oxygen delivery methods, PCA & epidural pumps, wound vacutainers, ventilators and specialty beds. Nursing competencies include: chest tube management, pain management, blood product administration, urinary catheterization, tracheostomy care, ventilator management, and central line care and management. Essential Functions:1. Ensures an adequate stock of all necessary equipment and supplies in designated areas at established par levels.2. Ensures a clean and safe patient care unit.3. Assists patients with activities of daily life (bath, feed, play, etc.) and provides other patient care as directed.4. Assures all supplies are accurately charged.5. Contacts pharmacy, dietary, and other departments as designated by the Registered Nurse.6. Collects patient specimens (blood, urine, stool, other per policy), paying close attention to patient safety, comfort and accuracy of information.7. Uses Hospital Information Systems as required for patient care, (e.g. documenting vital signs and patient care activities.)8. Accurately relays information from physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel and others.9. Transports patients and delivers reports, supplies, etc., to other patient units or Institute locations as needed.10. Courteously and professionally covers patient care unit front desk as needed. This includes promptly answering telephones, greeting patients, sending reports, distributing, sorting, or processing mail, entering orders, managing medical record, etc.11. Responsible for participation in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of the Nemours Foundation12. Participates in unit, departmental and hospital education programs.13. Attends unit/departmental meetings regularly.14. Demonstrates proficiency in the care of patients of all ages; neonates, infants, toddlers, school aged, adolescents and adults.Job Requirements: High School Diploma required American Heart Association BLS required upon hire Minimum 1 year patient care experience preferred. Able to read and write accurately. Able to understand laboratory orders, computer information, and some medical terminology. Able to obtain specimens, including blood specimens, from a patient population that is primarily pediatric and often ill, handicapped, or restricted in some way.About UsAs one of the nation's premier pediatric health care systems, we've made a promise to do whatever it takes to prevent and treat even the most disabling childhood conditions. It's a promise that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention.Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment. All Nemours Associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families. Nemours aspires to have its workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply. Please click here to review Nemours Anti-Racism Statement (nemours.org). To learn more about Nemours and our commitment to treat every child as if they were our own, visit us at www.nemours.org.