Health Care Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant- Knapp Rehab

Health Care Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant- Knapp Rehab

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County. Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

Job Details

Department: Knapp Rehab
FTE: 0.6 (48 hours per pay period)
Workdays: Varied including every third weekend
Shift(s): Overnights
Shift Length: 12 hours
Purpose of this position: Within the context of Hennepin Healthcare System (HHS) culture of Patient & Family Centered Care and under direct RN supervision, the Health Care Assistant contributes to the health and well-being of assigned patients by performing quality patient care, technical procedures and related duties that meet established standards. Acts as a competent, caring and collaborative member of the patient care team. May provide clerical support for the unit including identified EHR duties, answering phones, coordinating unit communication, etc.

Responsibilities

Using principles of Patient & Family Centered Care develops and maintains a positive working relationship with patient and family, team members, department and medical center personnel
Assists patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, grooming, and bathing
Responds to patients call lights in a timely manner, identifies patient needs and provides patients with appropriate response or communicates needs to appropriate team member
Performs intentional rounding in collaboration with the RN
Takes and records patient's vital signs as prescribed by nursing protocol or physician order
Measures, and records patient intake and output according to established protocol and order
Conducts point of care tests as assigned and/or delegated
Communicates any changes or pertinent information related to the patient's physical appearance and attitude, I & O, vital signs, and point of care testing to the nurse. Records which nurse was notified for all abnormal results
Keeps patient room neat, clean and orderly. Changes bed linen as scheduled and as needed
Escorts patients on foot or transports patients on carts, beds or in wheelchairs
Procures and stocks equipment and supplies, and insures that equipment is operable and clean
Greets and relays information to appropriate staff, physicians, or family members
Takes inventory of patient belongings and valuables as well as documents and secures
Collects specimens using clean technique and labels appropriately
Disposes of trash, linens and supplies in an appropriate manner
Ensures patient and supply rooms are properly stocked; linen is covered
Supports unit and medical center compliance with Regulatory standards, customer service and other initiatives
May perform various technical procedures after training, competency validation, and upon delegation from a Registered Nurse, such as maintaining oxygen equipment, performing oral suctioning, routine incision care, providing skin care, applying and changing non-sterile dressings, applying warm and cold compresses or non-prescription topical creams/ointments, 12 lead EKG's, phlebotomies, and discontinuing IVs, saline locks and foley catheters
Records actions in the EHR
Performs clerical duties in EHR; answers phones and triages calls appropriately
Performs all responsibilities/duties required by Patient Care Services as defined in the scope of service, to assure that the unique nature of the clients is addressed

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
Current certification on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry upon hire* (Maintenance of certification/registry is not required after hire.) -And/or- Completion of one semester of clinical rotation within an accredited nursing program -And/or- Enroll in and successful completion of the Hennepin Healthcare determined Nursing Assistant program -And/or- 6 months of acute nursing assistance experience
Preferred Qualifications:
High school graduate or equivalent
Basic Life support Training/equivalent experience as a nursing assistant, CNA, or EMT
Current student (enrolled) in a 4 year RN program
Experience with EPIC and/or similar electronic health record system
One year Nursing Assistant experience in a similar (hospital) setting
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:
Knowledge of basic medical terminology
Basic computer knowledge
Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse work force and patient population
Ability to prioritize, organize, and communicate with multidisciplinary staff
Ability to adapt to sometimes rapidly changing and unpredictable situations
Ability to read and follow written instructions; understand and communicate verbal and written information
Ability to perform job duties that meet departmental performance expectations as well as HCMC standards related to quality, accuracy, productivity, patient & family centered care, customer service, etc.

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer. Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Total Rewards Package: We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity. We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions). For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.