Employment Type:Part timeShift:Weekend Shift

Description:Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a RN and or LPN, primarily, in the Med-Surg area though may be directed to the Perioperative or ER setting when additional help is needed.  Performs general nursing duties and able to work with the age specific populations according to the setting.

MERCYONE NEW HAMPTON MEDICAL CENTER

Job Title:         Clinical Care Tech (CCT)                              Department/Subsidiary:  Med-Surg

Effective Date:  October 1, 2019                                            Job Code:  Y8320

 

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY      

Reports to:  Clinical Leader/Charge Nurse/Chief Nursing Officer Supervises:  none Key Working Relationships: Staff members, physicians and staff from other departments Primary Customer Groups: Patients, families, the public and other community and health care                                                        agencies. Age/Population of Patients Served:

All Ages

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Effectively communicates pertinent patient changes/conditions to co-workers and to multidisciplinary caregivers. Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations. Provides competent patient care to the above indicated patient populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments. Takes an active role in enhancing ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth and development and participates in medical center and/or departmental education programs. Answers and directs phone calls appropriately. Supports ER staff as needed (calling departments for test completion, running specimens, etc.) Communicates with and performs duties following the philosophy of MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center and the Sisters of Mercy reflecting the organization’s Mission, Values, and Guiding Behaviors. Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures.  Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment. Performs other responsibilities as requested by Clinical Leader/Charge Nurse/Chief Nursing Officer.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Serves as a preceptor for new staff Cleaning / stocking of supplies and equipment Complete required hospital business office paperwork as directed

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Completion of geriatric aid certification and State of Iowa Nurse Aide registry listing as “Active” or eligible.

      OR

Currently enrolled in an A.D.N., B.S.N., program with successful completion of first semester of A.D.N. program, OR first year completion of nursing courses in BSN OR graduate of an A.D.N., Diploma, BSN or LPN program. Experience:  Previous experience as nurse's aide in hospital setting preferred or Nursing Student.

Special Skills and Competencies:

X

Must provide proof of Basic Life Support (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association; or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card prior to employment or within 60 days of hire and maintains current status.

X

Completes Mandatory Reporting: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse requirement within 6 months of hire and renews this requirement every 5 years.

Completes Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.

Completes Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) – American Heart Association within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.

Completes Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – American Heart Association within 6 months of hire and maintains current status.

Completes Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) within 12 months of hire and maintains current status.

Completes Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) within 12 months of hire and maintains current status.

Motor Vehicle: 

Will need to operate __ Mercy Vehicle __ ___ Personal Vehicle _____ N/A

List any special licenses or requirements for Mercy vehicle operation ______________________

Note:  If required to operate Mercy vehicle, will need to maintain valid driver's license.  If required to operate personal vehicle, will need to maintain valid driver's license and provide proof of adequate insurance coverage.

MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

(List machines, tools and equipment that serve a major function of the job, use group titles of           equipment, identify unique or specialized equipment.)

Electric Hospital BedWheelchairs/CartsEmergency EquipmentVital Sign MonitorTelephonesComputerLifting EquipmentGlucose MonitorScalesAmbulance/radioFax/Copier/Scanner

HAN device

This position may float to other nursing units

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.