Safety Observation Specialist/ Nursing Assistant/Unit Receptionist
Required skills
- Safety Observation Specialist
- Nursing Assistant
- Unit Receptionist
- continuous observation
- vital signs
- activities of daily living
- comfort measures
- clerical duties
- receptionist duties
- medical terminology
Nice to have
- acute hospital
- long term care setting
- electronic medical record
Role summary
Montage Health is seeking a Safety Observation Specialist/Nursing Assistant/Unit Receptionist to provide continuous patient observation and surveillance. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and performing clerical and receptionist duties. The role requires strong computer skills, attention to detail, excellent communication and phone etiquette, and critical thinking. Experience in an acute hospital or long-term care setting and with electronic medical records is preferred. BLS certification is required.
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Job Description:
Position Summary
Under the leadership of the department director, assistant director, charge nurse, the Safety Observation Specialist/Nursing Assistant/ Unit Receptionist provides continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. In addition, when working in the Nursing Assistant role they will take vital signs and assist with activities of daily living and comfort measures for an assigned group of patients. The Safety Observation Specialist/Nursing Assistant/Unit Receptionist also performs clerical and receptionist duties related to assigned department. Recognizes the importance of meeting customer expectations, and demonstrates a positive attitude and efficient use of resources, and performs related duties as necessary to fulfill the customer's needs. Performs duties according to the policy and procedures of CHOMP, Westland House and the department under the direct supervision of an RN.
Experience
One year (in the last 2 years) of experience preferred in acute hospital or long term care setting. Must demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology, strong computer skills and ability to multi-task. Must be detail oriented, organized, have exceptional phone etiquette, communication skills, be able to multi-task and work in a busy demanding work environment. Critical thinking skills are essential. Experience using electronic medical record preferred.
Education:
High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent work experience in related field preferred
Must pass orientation and initial competency assessment prior to independent assignment of patients requiring the applicable skill, and must complete and pass all annual competencies.
Licensure/Certifications:
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Assigned Work Hours:
1.0 FTE
varied, 8-hour am/pm/noc
Position Type:
RegularPay Range (based on years of applicable experience):
$32.29to
$43.20The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.
Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.22Hourly Night Shift Differential: $3.32Similar roles
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