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MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights
Hours: 7p – 7a Job Summary
Care Partners are responsible for meeting the basic needs of patients by providing skilled levels of bedside patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Care Partners also perform clerical duties necessary to the functioning of the nursing unit. Job Responsibilities and Requirements
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (% of Time) Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria: General Patient Care: Carries out the patient’s plan of care as it relates to the patient’s physical needs under the direction of the Registered Nurse; delivers care requiring broad knowledge of aseptic technique, medical terminology and equipment; assists nurses and physicians with procedures; maintains knowledge of and operates equipment used in patient care safely; retrieves patient care items that are not routinely available on the unit; retrieves, recovers or follows up on patient care needs; completes unit clerical duties including the coordination of designated unit activities, transcription of orders, medical record maintenance and serving as a unit receptionist; prepares rooms prior to admissions and following discharges; completes patient’s belongings list on admission and transfer; directs prompt and courteous attention to the needs of patients, families, and visitors; rounds with purpose; engages in service recovery activities referring unusual problems to Nurse Manager/Designate; rounds after dietary trays are passed to ensure all meals are appropriate or as required for patient satisfaction/care needs; takes appropriate action when necessary including the resolution of issues related to late or wrong trays; feeds and sets up trays as needed; recognizes needs and initiates appropriate action in regard to maintaining supplies and equipment; notifies appropriate department in order to maintain a clean safe environment; functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families, medical staff, and ancillary personnel. Safety and Comfort: Correctly places restraints; observes for constriction of circulation, changes to skin integrity, adequate breathing; knows when and how to change position; provides range of motion (ROM) and skin care, toileting, and opportunities for socialization. Vital Signs/Measurement: Completes Point of Care Testing as approved by hospital and competency; obtains vital signs including temperature; measures abdominal girth; weighs patients; measures intake and output. Mobility and Exercise: Applies Pneumatic Air Stockings / Ted Hose; ambulates, turns and positions patients. Respiratory Care: Assists with incentive spirometry and cough/deep breath; sets up oxygen therapy as directed by Registered Nurse; monitors pulse oximetry; completes tracheostomy care; performs suctioning. Oral/Tracheal Care: When the patient is assessed by the Registered Nurse to be stable. Wound Care: Places patient on specialty bed; performs dressing changes (sterile and clean); cares for pin care site after assessment by RN; assists in monitoring traction weights. Bowel and Bladder Elimination: Administers enemas; performs straight catheterization; provides catheter care. Hygiene: Provides hygiene and grooming daily; mouth care (including dentures) at least twice/day; provides fresh water at 0800, 1600, 2400 and as needed; perineal care; toileting. Specimen Collection: Obtains midstream urine, timed urine, sterile urine from catheter, urine specific gravity, urine pH, sputum, blood, stool specimens; object clerical duties including answering phones, directing staff, and coordinating daily work; verifies census, notifies admissions, and provides hand-off reports. Administrative/Clerical: Enters orders, transcribes tests/procedures, ensures labels on forms, and maintains charting; coordinates with departments for tests and consults; maintains documentation and performs related duties as assigned. Safety/Infection Control: Performs job in accordance with safety and infection control policies; practices standard precautions; maintains a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment; adheres to dress code; reports risk management concerns. Other requirements and responsibilities include: annual mandatory trainings, unit goals, PI (Performance Improvement) responsibilities, age-appropriate care considerations, and patient/service standards as applicable. Qualifications & Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATION : High School graduate or GED; at least 18 years of age. Post high school vocational/specialized training preferred. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE : None REQUIRED COURSE : Completion of learning program with 80% passing score on written and skills performance examination. WORKING CONDITIONS : Regular exposure to blood-borne diseases; contact with patients; exposure to accidents, injuries, illness; may perform emergency care; irregular hours; multiple demands. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Prolonged standing/walking; lifts and transfers patients; lifts supplies; substantial reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, lifting 100+ pounds. Work Details
Work Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America) Job Type:
Employee Department:
1002000037 Med Surg - Bordley 6S Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36 Benefits
SSM Health offers a comprehensive benefits package. Examples include: Paid Parental Leave: one week for newborns or adopted children (pro-rated by FTE). Flexible Payment Options: DailyPay allows instant access to earned base pay (fees may apply). Upfront Tuition Coverage: FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on protected characteristics. See policy for details. Legal/Notes
Disclaimer: Performs other related duties as assigned. Practice Agreement for Nursing Staff outlines standards and expectations in areas of Infection Control, Nursing Practice, Environment, People, and Service. This content is intended as a reference for expectations and does not constitute an exhaustive job description.
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MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights
Hours: 7p – 7a Job Summary
Care Partners are responsible for meeting the basic needs of patients by providing skilled levels of bedside patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Care Partners also perform clerical duties necessary to the functioning of the nursing unit. Job Responsibilities and Requirements
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (% of Time) Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria: General Patient Care: Carries out the patient’s plan of care as it relates to the patient’s physical needs under the direction of the Registered Nurse; delivers care requiring broad knowledge of aseptic technique, medical terminology and equipment; assists nurses and physicians with procedures; maintains knowledge of and operates equipment used in patient care safely; retrieves patient care items that are not routinely available on the unit; retrieves, recovers or follows up on patient care needs; completes unit clerical duties including the coordination of designated unit activities, transcription of orders, medical record maintenance and serving as a unit receptionist; prepares rooms prior to admissions and following discharges; completes patient’s belongings list on admission and transfer; directs prompt and courteous attention to the needs of patients, families, and visitors; rounds with purpose; engages in service recovery activities referring unusual problems to Nurse Manager/Designate; rounds after dietary trays are passed to ensure all meals are appropriate or as required for patient satisfaction/care needs; takes appropriate action when necessary including the resolution of issues related to late or wrong trays; feeds and sets up trays as needed; recognizes needs and initiates appropriate action in regard to maintaining supplies and equipment; notifies appropriate department in order to maintain a clean safe environment; functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families, medical staff, and ancillary personnel. Safety and Comfort: Correctly places restraints; observes for constriction of circulation, changes to skin integrity, adequate breathing; knows when and how to change position; provides range of motion (ROM) and skin care, toileting, and opportunities for socialization. Vital Signs/Measurement: Completes Point of Care Testing as approved by hospital and competency; obtains vital signs including temperature; measures abdominal girth; weighs patients; measures intake and output. Mobility and Exercise: Applies Pneumatic Air Stockings / Ted Hose; ambulates, turns and positions patients. Respiratory Care: Assists with incentive spirometry and cough/deep breath; sets up oxygen therapy as directed by Registered Nurse; monitors pulse oximetry; completes tracheostomy care; performs suctioning. Oral/Tracheal Care: When the patient is assessed by the Registered Nurse to be stable. Wound Care: Places patient on specialty bed; performs dressing changes (sterile and clean); cares for pin care site after assessment by RN; assists in monitoring traction weights. Bowel and Bladder Elimination: Administers enemas; performs straight catheterization; provides catheter care. Hygiene: Provides hygiene and grooming daily; mouth care (including dentures) at least twice/day; provides fresh water at 0800, 1600, 2400 and as needed; perineal care; toileting. Specimen Collection: Obtains midstream urine, timed urine, sterile urine from catheter, urine specific gravity, urine pH, sputum, blood, stool specimens; object clerical duties including answering phones, directing staff, and coordinating daily work; verifies census, notifies admissions, and provides hand-off reports. Administrative/Clerical: Enters orders, transcribes tests/procedures, ensures labels on forms, and maintains charting; coordinates with departments for tests and consults; maintains documentation and performs related duties as assigned. Safety/Infection Control: Performs job in accordance with safety and infection control policies; practices standard precautions; maintains a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment; adheres to dress code; reports risk management concerns. Other requirements and responsibilities include: annual mandatory trainings, unit goals, PI (Performance Improvement) responsibilities, age-appropriate care considerations, and patient/service standards as applicable. Qualifications & Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATION : High School graduate or GED; at least 18 years of age. Post high school vocational/specialized training preferred. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE : None REQUIRED COURSE : Completion of learning program with 80% passing score on written and skills performance examination. WORKING CONDITIONS : Regular exposure to blood-borne diseases; contact with patients; exposure to accidents, injuries, illness; may perform emergency care; irregular hours; multiple demands. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Prolonged standing/walking; lifts and transfers patients; lifts supplies; substantial reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, lifting 100+ pounds. Work Details
Work Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America) Job Type:
Employee Department:
1002000037 Med Surg - Bordley 6S Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36 Benefits
SSM Health offers a comprehensive benefits package. Examples include: Paid Parental Leave: one week for newborns or adopted children (pro-rated by FTE). Flexible Payment Options: DailyPay allows instant access to earned base pay (fees may apply). Upfront Tuition Coverage: FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on protected characteristics. See policy for details. Legal/Notes
Disclaimer: Performs other related duties as assigned. Practice Agreement for Nursing Staff outlines standards and expectations in areas of Infection Control, Nursing Practice, Environment, People, and Service. This content is intended as a reference for expectations and does not constitute an exhaustive job description.
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