Full job description Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!
Full-time: 7am - 7:30pm. Floats to four Roper St Francis healthcare Hospitals. At least one year of inpatient PCT experience strongly preferred.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Assist the staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN. Maintain and update patient records in a timely and orderly manner. Acknowledge and greet customers upon arrival to unit and demonstrate enthusiastic friendly approach.
Essential Job Functions
Performs delegated direct patient care activities under the direction of a registered nurse.
Reports conditions of patients including changes or abnormal findings to appropriate registered nurse
Documents VS and ADLs concurrently in appropriate format and notifies RN/LPN with abnormal variations.
Provides nursing care in a non-judgmental manner that respects patient diversity and acknowledges patient rights and identifies resources to meet patient needs.
Acts as a patient advocate.
Correctly and efficiently transcribes physician orders to include computer order entry.
Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, core measures, infection prevention, patient safety and quality initiatives to achieve optimal clinical and organizational outcomes.
Maintains a well-organized workstation and provides an environment that is conducive to workflow.
Maintains medical record in appropriate order.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification/ Work Experience
Must have completed Fundamentals of Nursing course or a Nursing Assistant Program or have experience as a patient care technician in an acute care setting or nursing home. Current certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred. Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
Education
Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination.
Training
N/A
Language
N/A
Patient Population
The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement. Also, select the age of the patient population served:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Not applicable to this position
Working Conditions
This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work. Please identify ALL working conditions that apply to the role.
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
General office environment.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *
May be required to use physical restraints.
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions.
Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
Prolonged periods of working alone.
____ Other:
Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting/moving patients. Intermittent lifting, moving, or carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity. Constant reaching with hands/arms. Frequent talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment. Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Moderate noise level in work area. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours. May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department.
Physical Requirements
This section addresses the physical demands and work hazards of the associate in the role. Please identify the frequencies for ALL physical requirements and work hazards below.
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.)
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.)
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)
Stoop, Kneel
Crawling
Climbing
Balance
Bending
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
This section addresses the physical demands and work hazards of the associate in the role. Please identify the frequencies for ALL physical requirements and work hazards below.
Physical Requirements - Select if a physical requirement for this job.
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity – far
Acuity – near
____ Not applicable to this position
Hazards - Select if a potential hazard for this job.
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Other:
____ Not applicable to this position
Skills
Knowledge of clerical procedures and medical terminology.
Knowledge of English grammar and spelling.
Neat and legible handwriting.
Ability to file and maintain patient records (both paper and electronic), files and reports.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to use office equipment such as multi-line telephones, computer terminals and printers. Knowledge of patient care tasks and techniques to provide nursing care.
Ability to report changes in the patient's condition to the registered nurse.
Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment.
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
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 Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40 Work Shift:
Days (United States of America) Department:
SS Nursing - Workforce - Roper Hospital 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 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
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