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Mercy Health OpportunityScheduled Weekly Hours: 36Work Shift: Nights (United States of America)Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position: Provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.Essential Job Functions: Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit based specialty duties. Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to nurse Provides high level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors and all employees Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care Uses professional, verbal and written communication skills at all timesWork Experience: Preference for recent experience in acute care and/or long term care facilityRequired Skills: Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, environment of care) Infection prevention and transmission based precautions Understanding of clerical duties and office based technology Team dynamics Patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs, intake/output, change in patient condition) Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care Feeding, hydration, and nutrition Bowel and bladder elimination Ambulation and patient mobility Use of clinical technology Compassionate, relationship based approach in care activities Accountability for completion of assigned tasks Escalation of concerns via chain of commandCertifications: BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred) Nursing Student with First Clinical Rotation complete OR state testing complete (required)Education: High School/GED (required)Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.What we offer: Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education supportBenefits may vary based on the market and employment status.Department: 4W Med/Surg Unit - West
Worksite address
cincinnati, OH, 45202, US
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