Health Care Assistant (Certified Nursing Assistant) CNA - Med-Surg WP5-Full time

OverviewUniversity of Utah Health is offering up to $1000 as a sign-on bonus for new, full-time HCA’s! Restrictions apply, and details are below:We’re growing! University of Utah Health (Hospitals and Clinics) is embarking on a new program to attract and retain qualified Health Care Assistants (HCAs). This program provides a signing bonus for new hired HCAs at a 0.50 FTE (20 hours/week) or greater.A sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 is available for new hired HCAs, prorated to the FTE/hours. The bonus is structured as follows:

The applying HCA must be an external candidate (not currently employed by the University of Utah or University of Utah Health).

The first installment of $500 is paid within the first 30 days of employment.

The second installment of up to $500 is paid out after six months of employment.

If, at any time during the first six months of employment, an eligible HCA drops below a .50 FTE, all future bonuses are forfeited, regardless of whether or not they later return to an FTE above 0.50.

If an eligible HCA terminates from the organization and is subsequently rehired, they must have been separated from the organization for a period of at least 6 months before becoming eligible once again for the program.

Bonuses will be paid to eligible HCAs attending New Employee Orientation starting on February 24, 2020 until May 25, 2020.Apply today to join our dynamic team!As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AABed Size: 38 BedsUnit Description: Our West Pavilion 5 Acute Care unit (WP5) provides care for medical patients. Sepsis and DKA protocol were first piloted on the medicine units which has helped up decrease length of stay and decrease mortality in our patient population.Our nursesare participating in the medical surgical national certification program. Our acute care helps in developing the next generation of health care professionals who have good critical thinking and time management skills. Our unit also provides an opportunity for the nurses and healthcare assistants to work with hospitalists who are patient and education focused. The dynamic patient population provides a rich ground for learning and providing compassionate high level care.This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse. Requiring direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment.This position may be required to access medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.Meet our CNOResponsibilities

Assists the patient with feeding, drinking, ambulating, grooming, toileting, dressing, socializing and unit specific technical skills.

Reinforces or assists in educating and teaching patients/significant other(s) as delegated by the professional care provider.

Collects, reports and documents data related to direct patient care activities.

Assists with indirect patient care activities such as providing a clean, efficient and safe patient care environment, companion care, housekeeping, transporting of patients, and chaperoning the physician during patient examinations and procedures as needed.

Performs unit specific duties and additional clerical duties as needed which may include stocking and maintaining clerical and patient supplies.

Provides communication to hospital staff, physicians, patients, families, and visitors.

May process electronic requests to order medical treatments and tests. May retrieve patient test and lab results.

May schedule patient appointments.

May maintain patient records and activity boards on unit as needed.

May manage admits, discharges, and transfer functions per unit standard.

Responsible for processing paper orders in the event of a downtime if working in the clerical role. Will enter "downtime occurrence order" and associated start and stop time in each patient record.

May observe the cardiac monitor and notify the nursing and medical staff of any abnormal heart rhythm variances which indicate heart ischemia or an acute myocardial infarction.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.

Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.

Demonstrated customer service skills. Ability to work in a busy environment.

Demonstrated ability to use a multi-line phone system and utilize hospital paging system as needed.

Ability to initiate appropriate action in emergency/crisis situations which require the incumbent to evaluate the crises and determine what the protocol is for each situation.

QualificationsQualifications Required

For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA.

Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months.

Licenses Required

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain within one month of hire.

Current certification as a Nursing Assistant,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program.

Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Qualifications (Preferred)Working Conditions and Physical DemandsEmployee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.

Physical RequirementsCarrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, WalkingShare Refer this job to a friend Interested in this opportunity?Socialize this job opportunity to a friend, colleague, or family member:EEO StatementThe University of Utah Health Care is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah Health Care is committed to diversity in its workforce. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.Requisition Number 38879Reg/Temp RegularEmployment Type Full-TimeShift RotatingWork Schedule Anytime between Saturday and FridayLocation Name University of Utah HospitalPatient Care? YesCity SALT LAKE CITYState UTDepartment UUH IPC 21A 5TH FLOOR MEDICINECategory Patient Care Support / TechniciansThe University of Utah Health Care is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah Health Care is committed to diversity in its workforce. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.