Clinical Assistant

Associate Clinical Assistant - Medical UnitWoodstock, MN $32,099 - $41,099 a yearFull TimeSupport nursing practice and care delivery through a blend of direct patient care, effective communication, and clerical duties.Essential Responsibilities:Fiscal Responsibility:Use supplies and equipment efficiently.Complete assignments promptly and leave shifts on time using the timekeeping system.Demonstrate productivity, accept extended day off (EDO) and float assignments.Fill out work orders and support unit goals to reduce waste.Quality:Participate and document according to unit standards and stay current with policy updates.Problem-solve and multitask within scope of practice.Offer suggestions to improve unit flow and patient experience.Accept delegated tasks appropriately and engage in teamwork.Patient Satisfaction:Promote patient satisfaction through recognition and timely response to needs.Use personal electronic devices professionally and maintain a quiet environment.Practice purposeful patient rounding and excellent guest relations with patients, families, and visitors.Patient Safety:Practice safe patient mobilization and fall prevention.Use two patient identifiers for all tasks and point-of-care testing.Report unusual occurrences using the event management system.Adjust care routines to meet individual patient needs as assigned.Adhere to HIPAA and social media policies.Professional Growth:Share knowledge and skills with colleagues, including orientation and cross-training.Demonstrate leadership by serving as a resource, council member, super user, or preceptor.Identify professional development needs and collaborate with management for learning opportunities.Participate in departmental goal development and practice change in-services.Customer Service:Engage patients and families with professionalism and flexibility.Maintain a quiet, respectful patient environment and practice AIDET (Acknowledge, Identify, Duration, Explanation, Thank You).Promote teamwork and maintain positive interdepartmental relationships.Provide holistic care for diverse patient populations.Education and Experience Required:High school diploma or equivalent.Basic BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.First shift, 36 hours weekly, including every third weekend.This position is located in a regional healthcare setting within the Midwest United States.