- Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or LPN, including but not limited to: cleaning the patient's room, operating various clinical equipment, helping with emergencies, assisting with patient procedures, collecting and transporting patient specimens and completing applicable forms.
- Communicates with patients, families and members of the patient care team. Maintains hospital and unit-specific competencies.
- As part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment so that customer and staff satisfaction are enhanced.
- Assists in emergency situations as directed by an RN/LPN.
- Ensures that prescribed measures related to hygiene, comfort, and rest are provided.
- Complies with Standard Precautions guidelines, Infection Control procedures, and safety standards to maintain and promote a clean and healthy work environment.
- Assists in the use of bag-valve-mask device, anti-embolism stockings, pneumatic compression stockings, oxygen, suction equipment, incentive spirometer, emergency cart and bedside glucose monitoring machine.
- Operates converter chair, lifts, scales, beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, non-invasive BP monitors, automatic thermometer, sphygmomanometer, pulse oximeter, and computers.
- Records patient intake and output. Assists RN/LPN in providing patient care according to individual needs by assisting with range of motion, ambulation, patient transfers, diet, elimination and hygiene.
- Observes and reports significant or unusual information about the patient and environment to the RN/LPN and documents appropriately and in a timely manner.
- Transports patients and patient specimens throughout the hospital as needed.
- Contributes to the completion of patient admission, transfer, and discharge.
- Assists with postmortem care.
- Utilizes appropriate technology to complete all related processes.
- Participates in unit-based and system-wide Performance Improvement program as required by department leadership.
- Serves as a resource/model through compliance with standards of care and with Department of Nursing and Hospital policies and procedures.
- May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas.
- Participates in the orientation of nursing support assistants to the unit.
- Performs other related responsibilities as required.
- One year of direct patient care experience.
- Successful completion of a nursing assistant training course, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) through the state of Georgia, Completion of the ENMT - Basic Certification.
- Currently enrolled in a nursing program and completion of a 2 clinical rotations.
- BLS required.
- Competitive Pay
- Retirement planning and counseling
- 403(b) fixed employer-based contribution*
- 403(b) retirement plans with 4% or 5% match based on years of service
- 457(b) plan for eligible employees
- Student loan repayment benefit
- Long-term disability insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance and supplemental life option
- Long-term care insurance option
- Hospital indemnity option
- Auto and home insurance discounts
- Identity protection insurance
- Employee hardship donation program
- Credit Union memberships
- Financial tools, resources and webinars to help with budgeting Health and Wellness BenefitsMedical and Dental Plans
- Three medical plan options including behavioral and preventive care coverage
- Health Savings Accounts/Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tier Zero Prescription benefits
- Two dental plan options
- Vision plan
- Infertility benefits
- Emory Eye Center and Emory Vision Center discounts
- Emory Aesthetic Center discounts Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program – assistance with relationships, life events, challenges, daily living needs
- Healthy Emory wellness program with incentives
- Discounts at Emory wellness/fitness centers
- Other fitness center discounts
- Diabetes prevention program
- Wellness challenges
- Know Your Numbers kiosks Childcare Resources
- Discounts
- Placement assistance
- Back-up and emergency care options
- Emory Healthcare childcare co-op/app
- Access to Emory student job network
Registry Patient Care Tech - Johns Creek, United States - Emory Healthcare
Description
Overview
Heart. Soul. Expertise. That's what defines an Emory nurse. No matter where you are in your nursing career, when you chose this distinguished profession, you chose to change lives. We are proud to be the only health system in Georgia with four Magnet- recognized hospitals: Emory University Orthopaedics & Spine Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, Emory University Hospital, and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.
We're looking for passionate med/surg nurses who are ready to join a team that's redefining quality nursing care. As integral members of high-functioning, inter-professional teams, Emory Healthcare's med/surg nurses are on the frontline of care in our hospitals and operate with a full complement of specialties and the ability to care for medically complex patients.
We've got the backing, knowledge, experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our patients get treatments years before anyone else.
Are YOU ready to join us?
Description
PRN, 7p-7:30a, Medical
JOB DESCRIPTION:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Must meet one of the following requirements:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
(Medium-Heavy lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks;
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting ; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation ; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks
Additional Details
PRN rate: $21.50
Financial Benefits