Clinical Assistant, General Surgery Unit - Military Veterans
at HERC- Upper MidWest
This Clinical Assistant will be responsible for:
- Under the supervision of the registered nurse the Clinical Assistant (CA) will help provide basic bedside nursing care for general surgery patients.
- In collaboration with the registered nurse, the CA is responsible for obtaining vital signs including oxygen saturation measurements, measuring intake and output, performing EKGs, and obtaining and labeling laboratory specimens; all while identifying and reporting unusual findings or changes in patient condition to the registered nurse.
- The CA may assist with transporting patients, stocking of supplies and equipment as needed.
- The CA role provides the opportunity to practice in a family centered environment.
- 1-year CA experience, CNA certification, or Nursing Student with at least one clinical rotation.
- A HS Diploma or equivalent.
- Good communication skills.
- The ability to work within a team.
- The ability to work a schedule of 36 hours/week, 12 hour shifts, 50% day/night rotation, every third weekend with holiday requirements.
Boston, MA
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