Health Care Tech/ CNA

Job Details Health Care Tech/ CNA - Observation T6 Department: Observation T6 - CFH Usual Schedule: Regions: Carle Foundation On Call Requirements: None Job Category: Patient Care Work Location: Carle Foundation Hospital Employment Type: Full - Time Nursing Specialty: Job Post ID: 41512 Secondary Job Category: Patient Care Experience Requirements: None Weekend Requirements: 5 weekend shifts/schedule Education Requirements: HS Diploma/GED Shift: Day Location: Urbana, IL Holiday Requirements: Every other APPLY NOW Check out this job opening for Carle Providers: Health Care Tech/ CNA - Observation T6 Check out this job opening for Carle Providers: Health Care Tech/ CNA - Observation T6 Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Health Care Technician (HCT) functions as a support to the licensed nursing staff and performs activities related to the personal care and hygiene needs of an assigned patient group. Facilitates communication with other departments, visitors, patients, medical staff and employees. Serves as a public relations liaison for the unit. Works under the direct supervision of the nursing manager. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma/Equivalent CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS Basic Life Support (BLS). Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Completion of CNA coursework w/in past 24 months, OR Successfull completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program, OR Worked as a CNA w/in past 24 months, OR Successful completion of at least one semester of nursing clinical experiences, OR Documented relevant medical military training ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assists with the maintenance of unit supplies to ensure the smooth function of the unit, including stocking nurse servers, cleaning instruments and equipment, ordering supplies, and making up charts. Collects data on assigned patients as directed by Registered Nurse (RN) and ensures accurate documentation. Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills as outlined in the skills checklist including: measurement of vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and measuring and recording intake and output. Performs or assists patients with the activities of daily living. Prepares patients for transportation and/or transport. Get report with delegated duties from nurse at beginning of each shift Round on assigned patients on the odd hour doing purposeful rounding. Marking initials on white board upon exiting patient room Attend 5 out of 6 scheduled staff meetings per year Document patient care delivery per unit expectations/pass chart audit with no more than 2 deficits Assist with activities of daily living with assigned patients. This includes but is not limited to hygiene care, toileting, ambulating as appropriate. Accurate I/O which includes documentation of meals, oral intake, and urine/BM output, and lines, drains as appropriate APPLY NOW All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information: . Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado. Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted. Illinois Required Notices Your Rights Under Illinois Employment Laws Federal Required Notices Employee Rights under FLSA OSHA Employee Rights under FMLA EEO It's The Law Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Employee Polygraph Protection Act Your Rights under USERRA