About this role
The ASC Nurse Assistant is responsible for acting as an assistant to all staff in the ASC/GI/Pain unit while providing supportive direct patient care.
Job Relationships
Reports to the ASC Nurse Manager
Principal Responsibilities
• Clean and stock all admitting and recovery bays. • Keep linens stocked and order inventory as needed. • Assist nursing staff to recover and discharge patient. • Able to transfer patients to and from wheelchairs weighing up to 300 pounds • Able to push a wheelchair with patient weighing up to 300 pounds • Restock all foods/kitchen supplies as needed. • Clean and prepare stretchers and recliners for patient use. • Assist Central Supply Technician with restocking and inventory. • Empty linen and garbage as needed. • Assist and stock O2 tanks on stretchers. • Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures. • Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy. • Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Way customer service philosophy. • Perform other job duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
• High School graduate or GED required. • Three to five (3-5) years experience in a clinical setting/medical related field desirable.
Licenses/Certificates
• Current CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Must possess manual dexterity to handle equipment and appliances. • Must maintain professional behavior. • Must maintain good physical health. • Must have the ability to control emotions and maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment. • Must be capable of stooping, bending, and lifting. • Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. • Must appear well groomed.
Working Environment
• Conditions include potential exposure to blood and body fluids, and/or potentially hazardous materials. • Occasional heavy lifting required.
PHI/Privacy Level
HIPAA1