Clinical Partner II

Overview It’s more than a career, it’s a calling. OK-SSM Health Bone & Joint Hospital at St. Anthony. Worker Type Regular Job Summary Assists in performing a variety of nursing care services for patients. Responsibilities Receives patient care assignment from the RN in charge and initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence for the specific patient age group served. Collects and documents data for admission assessment and reassessment at specific times for the patient population, providing appropriate data to the licensed nurse for analysis and validation of patient responses to care or treatment and when significant changes occur in the patient’s condition. Relays information via charting and communicates with team members. Informs licensed nurse of any changes in patient condition or needs, patient complaints, and educational needs of patient or significant other. Answers patients’ calls for help, takes vital signs, and monitors behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration. Assists with baths, ambulating, feeding, skin care, personal and oral hygiene, and making beds. Performs dressing changes, enemas, ostomy care, toileting, turning, cough and deep breathing, catheter care, collection of specimens, and records intake and output of fluids. Prepares patients for discharge and accompanies them upon dismissal as indicated. Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment in keeping with patient care needs and cost containment. Assists with delegated clerical duties, such as answering telephones, relaying messages, transcribing physician orders, and preparing and organizing the patient medical record. Orients new patients and significant others to the nursing unit. Performs mechanical and manual operation of equipment as recommended in the user’s manual, recognizing common mechanical problems and initiating corrective action. May perform point-of-care testing according to policies and procedures. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Education equivalency for licensing. Experience No experience required. Physical Requirements Constant standing and walking. Frequent use of hearing and speech for oral communication. Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and alarms. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0–25 lbs. Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25–50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving patients. Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Occasional driving. Required Professional License And/Or Certifications State of Work Location: Illinois Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) – Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) State of Work Location: Missouri Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) – Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services State of Work Location: Oklahoma Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Unlicensed Assistant – Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) – Oklahoma State Department of Health State of Work Location: Wisconsin Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association (AHA) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry Work Shift Night Shift (United States of America) Job Type Employee Department 1021000040 BJH Joint Center Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children, pro‑rated based on FTE. Flexible Payment Options: Voluntary benefit through DailyPay, providing eligible hourly team members instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday (fees may apply). Upfront Tuition Coverage: Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr