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Primary City/State:

Sun City, Arizona

Department Name:

OBS 2N

Work Shift:

Night

Job Category:

Clinical Care

* Sign-On Bonus of $1500 (Part-Time) and $3000 (Full-Time) Available for New Banner Health Certified/Licensed CNA/LNA's *

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**Banner Boswell** and Del Webb are in the northwest valley and are easily accessible off the freeway. These communities are fast growing areas of the Phoenix metro area.

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**Banner Boswell Medical Center (in Sun City, AZ)** is seeking **Patient Care Assistants** to join our **5th Floor (Specialty Ortho/GI) | Medical Surgical Unit** .

Our 5th floor Unit at Banner Boswell Medical Center consisting of 43 private rooms with the capability of flexing to 82 semi-private beds if needed. This unit specializes in orthopedic and GI surgery in addition to general progressive care and medical- surgical patients with a wide variety of health concerns.

As the ideal candidate you will be responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical records and provide a variety of unit support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department. You will be valued member of our team and be a part of strong team collaboration. Depending on department assignment, receive a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias and epileptiform activity is required. uccessful completion of either a unit approved basic electrocardiogram interpretation course or electroencephalographic interpretation course, or on the job training is also required. Bring your proactive, high energy, positive, patient-centered energy and join this incredible team!

General activity includes:

+ ADLs (feeding, toileting, hygiene), blood glucose checks, vital signs, intake/output/drain output,early and frequent mobility (very important for our ortho population)

+ Specialty is ortho and GI surgery, more than half of our population is general PCU/MS

+ Our unit is very fast paced and has high patient turnover due to our surgical volume

+ **1 PART-TIME NIGHT SHIFT AVAILABLE (PT:2-12's )**

+ **Shift Hours: Night shift is 7pm-7:30am**

+ ​You can utilize our self-scheduling tool for shift and weekend coverage.There are no set days you can be scheduled each week Schedules are done 4 weeks at a time and are typically finalized 2 weeks before the beginning of the schedule period

+ Weekend Rotations are required in this role. 1 weekend required per 4 weeks (Fri/Sat).

+ Rotating Holidays Required - 1 major and 1 minor

+ **Enjoy a flat rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-Night Shift differential when applicable**

Banner Boswell Medical Center has provided exceptional health care to the communities in the northwest area of metro-Phoenix for over five decades. Today, our 410-bed acute-care hospital is nationally recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Arizona’s Best Hospitals. Banner Boswell offers a full range of acute care services, including cardiology, vascular, thoracic, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, general surgery, robotic surgery, rehabilitation, emergency, stroke, intensive care, pulmonary, urology, and inpatient wound management. We've earned the Society of Thoracic Surgeons highest quality award for CABG & aortic valve replacement and the Joint Commission’s Advanced Certification as a Primary Stroke Center.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This incumbent provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contributes to the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical records. The position also performs a variety of support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing unit/department.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Assists with daily living activities and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance with nutritional intake as needed.

2. Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with policy and standards of care. Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care. Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.

3. Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient’s health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.

4. Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice. Procedures may include blood draws, foley catheter removal, IV removal, EKGs and Health Unit Coordinator duties. Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to clinical staff and patients for procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.

5. Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department. Participates in the resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.

6. Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered. Reconciles supply order upon delivery. Monitors and tracks the use and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in working order.

7. Based on area of assignment may assist with transporting patients, including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to critical care unit. Participates in room turnover.

8. Supports a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with staff at all levels, as well as patients, families, and physicians.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.

Current BLS certification is required.

Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills.

Computer literacy and keyboarding skills are required. In California: advanced skills are excluded.

BSS team members must have 12 months Banner experience in the role.

Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Recent healthcare experience preferred. Working knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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