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Job Description

Summary:

This position works at the direction of the Registered Nurse providing patient care and general duties in the organization. Provides direct care for the patients as assigned, answers call lights, and performs courier and transporter functions. Collects data through a variety of means including observation and through the use of instrumentation. Assists in the provision of care to patients of all age groups.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assists the Registered Nurse in the process of admitting, transferring and discharging of patients, including notifying appropriate individuals and departments. Assists in the environmental orientation of patients, preparation of patient rooms, taking partial histories, and securing patient valuables and belongings.

Performs routine patient care tasks such as taking and recording vital signs, collecting specimens, and applying compresses and dressings.

Assists patients with mobility by performing active and passive range of motion, lifting, turning, repositioning and with ambulation.

Provides measures for patient comfort and hygiene.

Obtains, places, discontinues and removes patient equipment and supplies.

Monitors and observes patient status. Collects, records, and communicates data as per policy and procedure.

Performs courier and transportation services.

EDUCATION:

Required Education: 2 year Associates Degree

Specialty/Major: RN

Preferred: 4 year Bachelors Degree

Specialty/Major: BSN

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:

Required: Obtain RN License within 90 days. If requirement not met due to board failure, must be obtained within 60 days of fail date. Failure to obtain within the extended period will result in immediate removal from position. BLS certification through AHA.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com

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