Certified Patient Care Assistant Medical Surgical Float
Company: Banner Health
Location: Gilbert
Posted on: October 18, 2024
Job Description:
Primary City/State:Gilbert, ArizonaDepartment Name: Med/Surg
Float-HospWork Shift: NightJob Category:Clinical Care* Sign on
Bonus $3000 *Banner Health was recognized on Becker's Healthcare
2024 list of 150+ top places to work in healthcare. This list
highlights hospitals, health systems and healthcare companies that
prioritize workplace excellence and the happiness, satisfaction,
wellbeing and fulfilment of their employees.Banner Gateway Medical
Center (Gilbert, AZ) provides excellent patient care through the
latest medical technology, a relaxing healing environment, and a
concentrated focus on patient and employee safety. -The Banner
Gateway Medical Center-BGMC Certified Patient Care Assistant-CPCA -
Medical Surgical is a certified CNA / LNA with a passion for
providing only the highest standard of care to a diverse patient
population within a fast-paced environment. -You will float among
Med Surg / PCU, OOU- Operation Observation & Oncology Inpatient
Units (includes some of everything except Women & Infants Units).
As a float, you could be working in a different location each
shift, week, month as needed. Are you ready to take your career to
the next level? - -Apply to join our passionate team of
professionals today!
- Full Time Night Shifts Available (3 -12 hour shifts)
- Shift Hours can be from 6:30pm-07:00am - Night Shift
- Varied Shifts = could be working days nights, weekends.There
are no set schedules
- Weekend rotation for BGMC 5W SCTCT is Friday and Saturday,
every 3rd weekend
- Rotating Holidays Required - 1 major and 1 minor
- Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an
18%-Night Shift differential when applicable -Your pay and benefits
are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This
opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of
health, financial, and security benefits. -Experience innovative
technology and exceptional opportunities for growth and development
at Banner Health's state-of-the-art hospital Banner Gateway Medical
Center. With comprehensive electronic medical records, physician
order entry, digital radiography and proprietary advanced patient
monitoring, Banner Gateway provides you with the innovative
resources you need to provide your patients with the best care
possible. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to
achieve Magnet--- recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing
Center. Located near Phoenix in Gilbert, Ariz., Banner Gateway
Medical Center offers 286 private rooms, 13 operating suites, a
46-bed emergency department and shares a campus with the Banner MD
Anderson Cancer Center. Our WIS and NICU services support an
average of 4,000 deliveries per year. Key specialties include
oncology, obstetrics, bariatric surgery, emergency and other
services that focus on meeting the changing needs of the dynamic
and growing community we serve.Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center
Located in Gilbert, Ariz. (the Phoenix Metro area) on the Banner
Gateway Campus, the center provides world-class care for oncology
patients - both inpatient and outpatient - and has also brought
leading oncology programs to the Banner Gateway campus including
designation as a Stem Cell Transplant Center of Excellence and
comprehensive Head & Neck cancer care. Our capabilities include
five linear accelerator vaults, a brachytherapy vault, an advanced
diagnostic imaging suite with PET/CT scan, more than 70 infusion
bays, a cryopreservation lab and much more. Our inpatient medical
oncology unit also incorporates a program that utilizes the
electronic surveillance partnership in caring for the patient,
where remote nurses have the ability to interact with patients via
two-way audio-video to assist the bedside nurse with patient
care.POSITION SUMMARYThis position provides routine patient care to
promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall patient plan
of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data
collection and documentation in the medical records and provides a
variety of unit support functions which contribute to the overall
efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.CORE FUNCTIONS1.
Provides assistance in activities of daily living and completes
necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting
patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of
mobility and providing assistance with nutritional intake as
needed.2. Collects patient specimens and data, including vital
signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance
with unit/facility policy and standards of care. Documents
objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the
transportation of patient specimens.3. Recognizes and reports
abnormalities and/or changes in the patient's health status and
responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes
continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to
other caregivers the status of patients for which care is
provided.4. Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by
a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies
and according to state scope of practice; procedures may include
blood draws, foley catheters removal, EKGs, and EKG monitoring.
Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical
staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct
supervision of a licensed professional.5. Performs
receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating
efficiency and effective flow of communication and information
throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of
customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to
appropriate person for problem resolution.6. Maintains a complete
patient record with admission, transfer, and discharge information,
progress notes, and consent forms. Ensures that all reports and
chart forms are scanned or filed into the patient's record. Ensures
that charting forms are labeled and accessible if they are needed.
Maintains adequate supplies of frequently used, patient education
materials. Assists in the ordering of patient specimens. May
transcribe and process physician orders effectively using the
electronic medical record.7. Maintains adequate levels of office,
dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when
supplies need to be ordered. Reconciles supply order upon delivery.
Monitors and tracks the use and whereabouts of electronic equipment
such as patient ID scanners and lap top computers. Ensures that all
are accounted for and in working order.8. Based on area of
assignment may assist with transporting patients, including
pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to critical
care unit. Participates in OR room turnover.9. This position works
under supervision and has responsibility for assigned unit only.
Incumbents work in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment
with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with staff at
all levels throughout the facility, as well as patients, families
and physiciansMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or
equivalent working knowledge.Current BLS certification is required.
Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is
required for new hires and transfers. In Tucson: Current Certified
Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new
hires. Existing Tucson incumbents may not transfer out of their
geographical market without meeting the CNA requirement. Requires
skills and abilities typically attained with 1 year of medical
clerical experience; preferably in a hospital or physician office
setting, or prior experience in customer service. Must possess
excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human
relations and communication skills. Working knowledge of medical
terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills is
required.Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as
effective human relations and communication skills. Working
knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and
keyboarding skills is required.Depending on department assignment,
receive a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test with
accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias and
epileptiform activity is required. Successful completion of either
a unit approved basic electrocardiogram interpretation course or
electroencephalographic interpretation course, or on the job
training is also required.Employees working at Banner Behavioral
Health Hospital or BTMC Behavioral must possess an Arizona
Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the
card for the duration of their employment.Employees working at
BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that
serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their
employment. Employees working for Banner Home Care/Hospice or
Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess an Arizona
Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the
card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at
Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety
Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a
requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this
specific facility.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSIn Arizona the Licensed
Nursing Assistant (LNA) licensure is preferred. Recent healthcare
experience preferred. Successful completion of an approved unit
secretary program is preferred.Additional related education and/or
experience preferred.EEO
Statement:EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/VeteransOur organization
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