Nursing Assistant Medical/Surgical Per Diem
Location: Ogallala Nebraska
Description: Ogallala Community Hospital is at present recruited Nursing Assistant Medical/Surgical Per Diem right now, this career will be placed in Nebraska. More complete informations about this career opportunity please read the description below. About Ogallala Community Hospital
Ogallala Community Hospital combines tradition and technology in the charming small town of Ogallala! , Neb. Our 18-bed facility is at the heart of a well-integrated, total care system from primary care to specialty care and is committed to meeting the health care needs of western Nebraska. Serving a patient population from newborns through geriatric patients, we operate a very busy outpatient clinic as well as a specialty clinic with a variety of visiting specialists, including cardiology, urology, OB/GYN, podiatry, ENT and ophthalmology. Our commitment to compassionate, innovative patient care is evidenced in our receiving the Recognition of Quality Award from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska in 2007, 2008 and 2009. We also provide a uniquely rewarding lifestyle for healthcare professionals. In fact, we are located just a few miles from the shore of beautiful Lake McConaughy, Nebraska's largest body of water. With more than 100 miles of shoreline and white sand beaches you’ll enjoy recreational opportunities for all seasons.
About Banner Health
Banner Hea! lth is a comprehensive, award-winning health system that inclu! des 23 hospitals in seven western states (twelve in Arizona), primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and much more. Throughout our system, skilled, compassionate professionals use the latest technology to change the way care is provided. We offer a choice of nursing career paths where you can leverage your abilities to make a real difference for your patients â€" and real change in the health care industry!
Pay Opportunity: $10.24-$13.04
Job Summary:
This 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 record; provides a variety of unit support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.
Essential Functions
Provides assistance in activities of daily living and completes ne! cessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and assisting patients with nutritional intake, as needed.
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.
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.
Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice; procedures may include blood draws, foley cathete! r removal and EKGs. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance! to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.
Maintains a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment.
May provide general support to the department, including greeting and assisting patients, visitors, physicians, and ancillary personnel.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge as normally obtained through a high school diploma.
Current BLS certification. Current C.N.A. license in state of practice may be required in certain facilities and/or departments in accordance with regulatory requirements or facility/department policy.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Recent healthcare experience preferred.
Additional related education and/or! experience preferred.
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If you were eligible to this career, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Ogallala Community Hospital.
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This career starts available on: Mon, 11 Nov 2013 20:41:16 GMT