Summary
Location
Ocean Springs
Type
part-time
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About this role
Patient Care Associate - 2West Med/Tele Position Overview Education License:
Ocean Springs Hospital | Part-Time | 7P-7A |
3109 Bienville Blvd.
Ocean Springs, Mississippi, 39664
United States
The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care (i.e.
personal and restorative care) to patients according to predefined guidelines;
a plan of care established by a Registered Nurse or LPN; and under the direct
supervision of the Registered Nurse or LPN. The plan of care will utilize the
CDC Guidelines for Infection Control as well as the Singing River Health System
Departments of Nursing Plan for Provision of Care, Treatment, and Services.
Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River
Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and
governing guidance and publications for health care employees.
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements
or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an
accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise
the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of Nurse Assistant/Aide program preferred.
N/A
Certification:
Current Certified Nursing Assistant
certification recognized by the State of Mississippi Department of Health
preferred. (CNA Certification required upon hire for SNF unit) (Apprentices
transferring to SNF will be allowed 120 days to schedule the skills exam. If not obtained within the 120 days, will be
removed from the SNF unit)
Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or
transfer.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position
orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation
training.
Experience:
Equivalent
related work experience or completion of a Nurse Aide program required.
Reports to:
Registered Nurse or LPN responsible for patient care management
during a shift.
Supervises:
None.
Physical Demands:
Work is moderately
active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office,
move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS
service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to
lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Work involves using many
physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of
body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious
disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the
wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as
computer keyboard.
Work involves being able
to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without
correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires
close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object
into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to
forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.
Must be able to be
active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be
able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be
instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or
weekends.
Mental Demands:
Must demonstrate keen mental
faculties/assessment and decision-making abilities. Must demonstrate superior
communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in
person and by telephone. Must
demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to
dealing with high stress levels. Must
demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and the ability to
multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working
relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
Special Demands:
Must possess
superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability
to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology
(i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
Must be able
to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional
skills to a patient population of all ages.
Other facts
About Singing River Health System
Singing River offers award-winning, comprehensive care for every age and stage. As one of South Mississippi's largest employers and proudly recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Employers, we are committed to the highest quality standards and attracting the best talent available.
Singing River provides a seamless approach to healthcare across our three hospitals in Gulfport, Ocean Springs, and Pascagoula, as well as our 50+ clinics and specialty locations. We take pride in our Community Benefit and Outreach efforts, offering charitable assistance and participating in numerous educational and community improvement programs. With a team of more than 3,000 employees, we are an asset to the local economy, providing industry-best wages, benefits, and workplace culture. Through this dedication, Singing River improves the health of its community while making it a better place to live and work, and we are honored to be the caregiver of choice.
We are dedicated to improving health and saving lives, right here.
What you'll do
- The Patient Care Associate provides basic nursing care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or LPN. Responsibilities include following a predefined plan of care and adhering to health system policies and guidelines.
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