Clerical Nurse Assistant III - Eastern Connecticut Health Network

$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

What we offer:

• Generous Vacation that is front loaded based on budgeted hours. Ex. 40 hours/ week = 26 days a year!


• Sick Time on an accrual basis


• 401(k)/Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Employee Assistance Program


• Voluntary Benefit Options


• Tuition Reimbursement, Free Parking


• Perk Spots (Discounts at local retailers, restaurants, travel, and childcare centers)


• Career Growth within the organization

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs activities which assist the patient in meeting basic human needs and activities of daily living, providing basic patient care to patients under the direction of the RN or LPN.Performs additional Nurse Assistant III competencies after education to enhance patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN.Also performs a variety of clerical support and other duties to assist the nursing staff in carrying out daily patient care activities. Supports the telemetry function, as assigned, by monitoring cardiac rhythms via telemetry monitors. Prepares and maintains medical records. Transcribes and expedites Physician orders. Functions as a Receptionist. Assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment. The Clerical Nurse Assistant II is required to alter between the clerical and clinical role in order to meet the needs of the department. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• High School graduate or GED equivalent required and successful completion of a certified nursing assistant program is strongly preferred.


• Nursing students who have completed a semester of clinicals can be considered.


• Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive during the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment with ECHN in this role.


• Will be required to pass the ECHN arrhythmia course or challenge exam during the new employee introductory orientation period.

EXPERIENCE:

·Must have knowledge of medical terminology and excellent customer services skills

COMPETENCIES:

• Basic computer skills are necessary.


• Must be able to read and communicate effectively in English.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.