Mercy Health
Essential Job Functions
Essential Functions (7-10) Statements – List the essential functions of the job. Essential functions are the reasons a job exists.
Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to nurse.
Provides high level customer service to all patients, patient’s family, visitors and all employees.
Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
Collects specimens (i.e., urine, stool, sputum) and ensures timely transport of specimens to the lab. Reapplies oxygen therapy. Performs electrocardiogram (ECG), non-medicated enemas, and simple skin / wound care as directed by the RN.
Delivers menus. Prepares patient for meals, distributes food trays, feeds patient and removes trays. Distributes drinking water.
Uses professional, verbal and written communication skills at all times.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Patient Population
Also, Select The Age Of The Patient Population Served
The following must be included in all position descriptions that involve direct or indirect patient care. This is a Joint Commission requirement.
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Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
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Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
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Neonates (0-4 weeks)
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Adolescents (13-17 years)
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Infant (1-12 months)
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Adults (18-64 years).
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Pediatrics (1-12 years)
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Geriatrics (65 years and older)
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Not applicable to this position.
Employment Qualifications
Education Qualifications – List the minimum education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Required Minimum Education
Less than High School Diploma
Specialty/Major
Preferred Education
High School Diploma or GED
Specialty/Major
Licensing/ Certification – If registration, certification or licensure is required, include the name of the accrediting or licensing body.
Licensure/Certification Required
Licensure/Certification Preferred
State-tested Nurse Assistant, completion of HHA/Nursing Assistant Training class, completion of HCA training related to acute care setting or Nursing Student with First Clinical Rotation complete. BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Years and Type of Experience
Preference for recent experience in acute care and/or long-term care facility
Other Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required
Basic computer skills
Other Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred
Experience providing patient care or working in a specialty area in a hospital setting.
☐ Combination of post-secondary education and experience in lieu of a degree.
V.Working Conditions
This section addresses the physical environment in which the employee will perform the work.
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Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
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Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.
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General office environment.
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May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
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May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
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May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *
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May be required to use physical restraints.
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May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *
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May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
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May have periods of constant interruptions.
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Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
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Prolonged periods of working alone.
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Other: Works overtime as needed.
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
We’ll Also Reward Your Hard Work With
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- An employer-matched 403(b) for those who qualify.
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Days/Evenings
Department
Rehab Care Acute – St. Elizabeth
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]
To apply for this job please visit careers.mercy.com.