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Nursing Asst, Med Surg Oncology

Rush University Medical Center • Chicago, IL • 2h ago

Job Description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: 14 W Tower-Med-Surg Oncology

Work Type: Restricted Part Time (Total FTE less than 0.5)

Shift: Shift 4

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00:00 AM - 3:30:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $16.50 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary:

The Nursing Assistant performs a variety of clinical and environmental tasks under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The Nursing Assistant duties are of a technical nature requiring specialized training and skill. The training and skill of the Nursing Assistant is commensurate with their advancement through an accredited school of nursing. The Nursing Assistant is registered in an accredited school of nursing. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:

Required Job Qualifications:

Current enrollment in an accredited Baccalaureate or Masters entry level school of nursing with passing grades in all courses upon hire and on an annual basis or awaiting eligibility (within 3 months of graduation).

Completed a fundamental nursing course to include basic nursing skills, such as vital signs and ADLs.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Successful completion of the institutional screening examination.

Ability to solve simple problems.

Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Physical Demands:

The ability to walk throughout the Medical Center and to be standing or walking most of the designated shift.

Lifting or carrying objects 35-40lbs. and supporting and positioning patients, some of whom may exceed 300 lbs.

Work conditions include performing procedures where carelessness could result in injury or illness and/or contact with potentially infectious materials and/or strong chemical agents.

Responsibilities:

ASSISTS THE RN IN THE DELIVERY OF PATIENT CARE

Reports to charge Registered Nurse to designate for assignment of duties.

Maintains a safe patient environment.

Sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit, under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, participates in the implementation of individualized plans of care.

Assists patients in activities of daily living.

Accurately obtains patient data and documents all care in the appropriate patient care record.

Performs routine procedures, treatments and specimen collections.

Demonstrates aseptic technique, when necessary.

Assists Registered Nurse or physician with advanced procedures.

Assists the nurse in the management of uncomplicated tubes and drains.

Performs specific patient care procedures such as blood glucose testing, specimen collection, etc.

Demonstrates knowledge of age specific variables and growth and development.

Promptly reports changes in patient condition to the appropriate Registered Nurse.

TRANSPORTS PATIENTS AND (OTHER) ITEMS AS NEEDED

Assists with admission, discharge, and transport of patients.

Transports laboratory specimens and patient belongings as required.

Obtains blood products, supplies and equipment as necessary.

COMPETENTLY UTILIZES TECHNOLOGY

Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the telephone and patient call system(s).

Demonstrates proficiency in the use of EPIC.

Demonstrates proficiency in the use of selected unit specific monitors, pumps, and other equipment.

MAINTAINS A SAFE, ORDERLY, WELL-EQUIPPED ENVIRONMENT

Keeps patient rooms safe, orderly, and according to unit routine.

Independently orders, organizes, and restocks according to unit specifications.

Replenishes patient room supplies.

Maintains emergency supplies.

DEMONSTRATES A PROFESSIONAL WORK STYLE IN INTERACTIONS WITH INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CUSTOMERS

Communicates all pertinent information to the appropriate team member throughout the shift and to the oncoming shift.

Negotiates break time and communicates departure and return time per unit protocol.

Demonstrates initiative and self-direction in work habits.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Position Nursing Asst, Med Surg Oncology

Location US:IL:Chicago

Req ID 23764

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