Nursing Assistant

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago Full time
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Day (United States of America)

Location

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

Direct patient care-- Assists with the following tasks under the direction of an RN:
  • Orienting families to the ambulatory clinic area
  • Vital signs measurement per department standard
  • Documentation of patient data per department standard either on paper record or in EMR
  • Emptying fluid collection containers
  • Point of care testing/controls glucose, hemocult, urine dipstick, hemoglobin A1C, HCG testing
  • PO feeding
  • Bulb suctioning
  • Assisting with procedures
  • Assisting with intra hospital transport
  • Holding patients
  • Providing comfort measures
  • Performs ECGs and bladder scan
  • Communicate and interact with patients & families to foster a therapeutic and collaborative relationship
  • Intervene in anticipated emergency situations and know emergency protocols

1:1 Observation
  • Maintain a safe environment for the patient, family, and staff through 1:1 continuous monitoring (remaining at arm's length and facing the patient at all times including during bathroom and shower activities) and additional activities as assigned
  • Maintain age/developmentally appropriate patient interaction in a therapeutic manner focusing on behavioral monitoring and de-escalation interventions
  • Perform components of general care needs (eating, hydration, and/or elimination) if/when needed.
  • Monitor patients for changes in behavior and communicate to appropriate staff (nurse, physician, nursing/medical assistants, etc.)
  • Actively reinforce goals and parameters set by the care team which may include age/developmentally appropriate goals, expectations and behavioral limits
  • Respond appropriately and promptly to direction given by nursing or other clinical staff
  • Participate in hand off (from patient safety associate to patient safety associate at change of shift or to other team members) and communicates any special care considerations, care priorities or support needs
  • Documents care delivered/patient responses to interventions in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) while utilizing the behavioral support guidelines

Stocking and maintenance:
  • Distributing linen
  • Clean rooms after discharge
  • Replacing canisters, oxygen tubing, and nebulizers per protocol
  • Obtaining unit supplies
  • Returning unused supplies/equipment from patient room and treatment room to central area designated by unit
  • Stocking patient carts

Clerical:
  • Assisting with sending labs
  • Phone calling/paging as directed
  • Coverage for clerk

Cleaning:
  • Keeping unit orderly
  • Cleaning equipment and toys
  • Checking and recording refrigerator and blanket warmer temperatures
  • Checking and recording of AED checks

Assists in the retrieval and delivery of medications and pharmaceutical products that are dispensed from the Pharmacy to the appropriate patient care provider/s in a timely manner

Other job functions as assigned.

Compliance:
  • Practice proper safety techniques in compliance with hospital/departmental policies & procedures. Report employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents (and other safety issues) to supervisor.
  • Supports clinical operations and decisions related to treatment plans. Responds to environmental concerns (maintenance/cleanliness) of the area.
  • Participates in staff meetings as scheduled.
  • Consistently adheres to scheduling requirements.
  • Maintain patient rights, including privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information as well as patient privacy & integrity.
  • Comply with all related policies accompanying the patient safety associate role.
  • Demonstrates ongoing competency of the job (initial training, on-going education and age-related/cultural competencies).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • High school diploma/GED, plus completion of program leading to certification as Nursing Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse.
  • Must be able to safely immobilize children, if necessary, and be able to move equipment and patients; respond quickly to patient care situations; effectively communicate with patients/families, physicians, and patient care staff, and meet professional image and communication standards.
  • Bilingual ability preferred.
  • Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.

Education
High School Diploma/GED (Required)

(BLS) - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:
  • Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
  • Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Tuition assistance
  • Student loan servicing and support
  • Adoption benefits
  • Backup Childcare and Eldercare
  • Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
  • Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities
  • Discount purchasing program

There's a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children's we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints - recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children's and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org

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