RN Progressive Care Unit Assistant

18 hours ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States Trinity Health Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate RN to join our progressive care unit. As a nursing team member, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and support.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN.
  • Perform or assist patients with activities including personal hygiene, bathing, ambulation, transporting, range of motion exercises, dressing/undressing, feeding, changing bandages, elimination needs, and emptying drainage devices.
  • Respond to patient calls and anticipate patient needs.
  • Assure patient safety and comfort through use of safe patient handling techniques, regular rounding, environmental maintenance, equipment maintenance, and other appropriate safety measures.
  • Calculate intake and output (excluding IVs). Measure vital signs.
  • Perform bedside blood glucose testing.
  • Make entries to patient health records as consistent with scope of job duties and in compliance with company policy.
  • Initiate or assist with emergency support measures (i.e., cardiopulmonary resuscitation, protecting patient from injury).
  • Perform post-mortem care.
  • Set up equipment and supplies for procedures.
  • Prepare patients and rooms for procedures, admissions, and transfers.
  • Discharge patients from system.
  • Observe and report information regarding any change in physical/mental condition, behavior, or status of the patient to the nurse.
  • Collect and label specimens.
  • Set up, operate, and maintain selected pieces of equipment.

Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited registered nursing program.
  • Must be 18 years of age.
  • Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certified within six (6) weeks of hire.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Estimated Salary: $18,000 - $22,000 per year



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