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Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The CCU Technician provides care to patients in the CCU under the supervision of the registered nurse. This care focuses primarily on personal hygiene, nutritional needs, and activities of daily living. The CCU tech performs receptionists, secretarial, housekeeping, and restocking duties and is a department communication liaison.

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY

Reports to Critical Care Director and Clinical Leaders Supervises: None Key Working Relationships: Other Nursing colleagues, ancillary and medical staff Primary Customer Groups: Patients, families, and visitors Age/Population of Patients Served:

All Ages

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists with the patient’s physical, psychosocial, environmental, spiritual, social, and educational needs and supports the patient's plan of care throughout the patient’s stay. ( _Adherence to policy, Problem Solving, Teamwork)_ Effectively communicates pertinent patient changes/conditions to the Registered Nurse and multidisciplinary team to achieve desired patient outcomes and documents in the electronic/paper medical record in an accurate/timely manner. ( _Communication_ _, Adherence to policy, Teamwork)._ Provides for patient comfort and safety and protects dignity, privacy, and confidentiality. _(Adherence to Policy)_ Communicates with internal/external customers/colleagues in a courteous, cheerful, empathic, and professional manner and accepts assignments willingly. _(Communication, Adaptability)_ Attends and participates in departmental/organizational meetings, in-services, and educational opportunities. Department meeting attendance requirement: 80% with 50% in person if department meetings are available by webinar. ( _Communication/Adherence to Policy_ ) Serves as a steward for the hospital’s human and material resources. Meets productivity expectations of unit/department as defined by unit manager. Utilizes and maintains appropriate supplies in the department. Supports staffing needs for patient care in multiple units, as needed, while being flexible with schedule and hours. _(Teamwork, Adherence to Policy, Adaptability)_ Adapts positively to the ever-changing healthcare environment by supporting technology and process changes. Willing to learn new things, is open to change, and maintains a calm, positive manner under stressful conditions. _(Adaptability/Self-Aware)_ Performs technical skills as delegated. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of equipment. _(Continuous Learner.)_ 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 the 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 ( _Self-awareness)._ Communicates with and performs duties following the philosophy of Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa 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. (A _dherence to policy/Problem Identification)_ Performs other responsibilities as requested by the Director, Clinical Leader, or department head. _(Adaptability)_

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Serving on a house-wide committee task force Serving on unit-specific committees, promoting quality, patient care, skills/technical knowledge, individual development, and personal growth. Serves as a preceptor for new staff.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education [formal]:

Completion of nursing assistant certification or currently enrolled in an A.D.N., BSN, 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., BSN or LPN program.

State of Iowa nurse aide registry listing as “Active” or eligible

Experience: Nursing Assistant experience preferred. Basic computer skill required.

Special Skills and Competencies: Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and flexibility to meet department needs. Self-motivated and detail-oriented individual. Completes the following mandatory courses (check all that apply):

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

Completes **Mandatory Reporting: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse** requirement within six months of hire and renews this requirement every five years.

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

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

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

Completes **MANDT** Training within six months of hire and maintains status.

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

Motor Vehicle:

Required to operate _____ Mercy Vehicle _____ Personal Vehicle X N/A

Frequency of operation: ______daily ______ weekly _____ monthly ______quarterly

List any special licenses or requirements for Mercy vehicle operation ______________________

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

MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

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

Hospital bed

Infusion pump

Computer cart

Slide board

Wheelchair

Needle

Blood Pressure cuff

Pyxis

Gurney

Continuous Passive Motion Unit

Scale

Telemetry

Computer

Patient lifting equipment

Eroxcimetor

Telephone

Cabinets

Flowtron pump

REVIEWED/COMPLETED BY:

Title

Name

Date

Director

Emily Orton

9/18/23

Human Resources Manager

PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS

(This section was completed in cooperation with the Ergonomic Specialist)

Department:

CCU/CVRU

Position:

Nurse Assistant

ESSEN is marked with an X if the demand or category is relevant to the purpose of the job.

Frequency Ratings

Continuously- 67-100 % or 62 times an hour

Frequently – 34-66 % or 12-62 times an hour

Occasionally – 0-33 % or 1-12 times an hour

Rarely- 7 or less times a day (R)

Weekly – Once a week (W)

Physical Demand

Rarely/

Weekly

Max. Weight (lbs)

Usual Weight (lbs)

COMMENTS

Lifting - Floor to waist

30 lbs. Rarely

20 lbs

CPM / Soiled Linen bags

Lifting - Waist to Shoulder

35 lbs. Rarely

20 lbs

Limb Holding / Soiled Linen Bags / Clean line

Lifting – Shoulder to Overhead

20 lbs.

Rarely

10 lbs

Soiled Linen Bags into Tripper or chute / Clean Linen / Supplies

Carrying - With Handles

50 lbs. Rarely

35 lbs

Patient transfer with gait belt for handle / various pumps and equipment

Carrying - Without Handles

30 lbs.

Rarely

5 lbs.

CPM Machine / Charts /

Clean Linen

Pushing - Upper Extremity

50 lbs.

Rarely

35 lbs

Lateral transfer and repositioning of patient / Office Chair/bedside table

Pushing - Hip/Leg Assist

50 lbs.

Rarely

35 lbs

Patient in wheelchair, bed / On Gurney for up to 400 ft.

Pulling - Upper Extremity

50 lbs.

Rarely

35 lbs

Lateral Transfer / repositioning patient in bed

Pulling - Hip/Leg Assist

50 lbs.

Rarely

35 lbs

Patient in Wheelchair, bed / on Gurney for

5-10 ft.

Reach - Shoulder or Above

Supplies / various pumps / Clean Linen

Reach – Shld/Above extend.

Rarely

Reach - Below Shoulder

Most work occurs here.

Physical Demand

Rarely/

Weekly

Max. Weight (lbs)

Usual Weight (lbs)

COMMENTS

Reach - Bel. Shlder extnd

Rarely

Handling

Gripping

Gait belt / Slide sheet or board / Clean Linen/ Blood pressure Cuff bulb

Fine Finger Movements

Aerobic (percent)

90 %

Anaerobic (percent)

10 %

High Energy Expenditure

10 %

Low Energy Expenditure

90 %

Neck - Static Flexion

Neck - Static Neutral

Neck - Static Extension

Neck - Rotation

Throwing

N/A

Sitting

Standing

Walking

Climbing - Arms and Legs

Rarely

Stairs

Climbing - Legs Only

Rarely

Stairs

Bending/Stooping

Crouching

Kneeling

Crawling

Rarely

Twisting

Balancing

Unsteady Patient / Patient transfer

Running/jumping

N/A

Traveling

Rarely

Transport Van – West Campus

Work Alone

Interact with Public

Operate Equip/Machinery

Irregular/Extended Hours

Rarely

If Inclement weather for Staffing

Hearing - Conversations

Hearing - Other Sounds

Vision - Far

Vision - Near

Vision - Color

Vision - Depth

Feeling (Tactile)

Reading

Writing

Speech

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Rarely

Weekly

COMMENTS

Inside Work

Outside Work

Rarely

Taking the patient to the car at discharge /

Transport van – west campus

Hot Conditions >77 deg. F

Rarely

Taking the patient to the car at discharge /

Transport van – west campus

Cold Conditions <50 deg. F

Rarely

Taking the patient to the car at discharge /

Transport van – west campus

Humid

Rarely

Taking the patient to a car at discharge /

Transport van – west campus/shower

Dust

N/A

Vapor Fumes

Hazardous Machines

N/A

Proximity to Moving Object

Noise

Electrical Hazard

Sharp Tools

Rarely

Radiant/Thermal Energy

Radiators

Slippery Conditions

Vibration and related

Rarely

Chemical Irritants

Organic Substances

Medical Waste

Blood Products

Congested Worksite

Lighting - Direct

Lighting - Indirect

Lighting - Adjustable

Rarely

Lighting - Fluorescent

Main Source

Lighting - Incandescent

Lighting - Shadows etc.

: Patient sit > stand and lift equipment available.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran