Johnson Memorial Hospital
Location
Franklin, Indiana
Provides direct patient care including monitoring vital signs, assisting with medical procedures, and supporting activities of daily living. Collaborates with RNs and physicians to ensure patient safety and maintain a clean clinical environment.
Requires a high school diploma and certification as a Nursing Assistant or equivalent on-the-job training. Must maintain current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification.
Assists with admission process by taking initial vital signs, measurements, and weights, orienting patient/family to unit, hospital facilities and services, and documenting on appropriate forms per unit standards.
Assists physician/provider and/or nurse with procedures which may include but not limited to lumbar puncture, thoracentesis, central line insertion, application of dressings, urinary catheterization, etc. per unit standards and within scope of practice. Demonstrates knowledge of sterile technique. Performs EKGs, as needed.
Monitors and accurately records patient intake and output. Reports changes in patient’s status (e.g., changes in vital signs, level of consciousness, weight, mobility status, comfort level, feeding pattern or any unusual occurrences) to the RN in a timely manner.
feeding, bathing, ambulating, and skin care according to policy and documents appropriately. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills appropriate to the age, type, and developmental level of the patients.
Answers call lights timely and intervenes appropriately. Responds to patient and family requests promptly.
Transports patients to various departments for services and upon discharge/transfer.
Stocks and orders supplies for unit and/or patient. Removes equipment and supplies not in use; cleans equipment and returns to appropriate storage location. Keeps patient area clean and free of trash and clutter. Keeps linen appropriately stored; empties linen hampers and trash, as needed.
Provides and documents patient treatments within scope of practice.
Attends and participates in unit related in-services, conferences, and meetings. Participates in Performance Improvement initiatives to improve organization performance and achieve established goals.
Collaborates by working with others to achieve unit and organizational goals. Utilizes proper chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.
Performs additional related duties as assigned.
Clearly communicates and continuously supports the Mission and Values of Johnson Memorial Health.
Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and hospital policies and procedures including Blood and Body Substance Precautions.
EMT certification is highly preferred.
NPR certification is required within one year of hire.
High school diploma or equivalent required. Certification as a Nursing Assistant or equivalent on the job training specific to the area for a minimum of three months required. Must maintain current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification.
Johnson Memorial Health is a nationally-recognized network of physicians, services and healthcare resources based in Johnson County, Indiana. The centerpiece is Johnson Memorial Hospital, located in Franklin Indiana, just 20 minutes south of Indianapolis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristic under applicable law.
00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.) 72 hours per pay period (0.9 FTE)
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