Nursing Assistant

Job Opportunity At MultiCare Surgery CenterMultiCare Surgery Center - Puyallup, managed by Atlas Healthcare Partners, is a state-of-the art facility committed to meeting the diverse healthcare needs of the Puyallup community. With three operating rooms and seven pre-op and seven post-op areas, this center specializes in gynecology, urology, pain management, orthopedics, and podiatry services. Puyallup prides itself on providing exceptional care and outstanding customer service tailored to meet unique needs of their patients.Why You'll Love Working HereNo On-Call Requirements: Enjoy your evenings and weekends free!Diverse Surgical SpecialtiesWork-Life BalancePosition SummaryThis position provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall plan of care. This position is responsible for on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical record; provides a variety of support functions which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing department.Essential FunctionsCompletes necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and assisting patients with nutritional intake, as needed.Collects patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with facility and standards of care.Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.Recognizes and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patients' health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional.Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.Performs procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice.Provides necessary supplies, support and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit specific procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.Maintains a clean, orderly and well-stocked environment.May provide general support to the department, including greeting and assisting patients, visitors, physicians, and personnel.Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.Note: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma/GED and current BLS certification is required. One of the following credentials is required.Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice is required for new hires and transfersLicensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) in state of practice is required for new hires and transfersCertified Medical AssistantLicensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-IV)Preferred QualificationsRequires skills and abilities typically attained with one year of medical/clinical/clerical experience; preferably in a hospital, ambulatory surgery center, or prior experience in customer service.