Location: Anamosa,IA, USA
Overview
As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the PCT gives direct care to patients, under the supervision of the nurse. The PCT is responsible for a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of safe care, and comfort for patients.
Why UnityPoint Health?
* Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
* Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
* Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
* Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
* Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
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Responsibilities
Clinical Excellence/Patient Care
* Assists patients with tasks they are unable to do for themselves, (ADL's, feeding, grooming, mobility, etc).
* Monitors the health of patients via vital signs, glucose assessments, safety rounds, and reports as appropriate to the nurse.
* Observes patient's condition, and any changes in their physical, emotional or mental status, and communicates the status of the patient, including any changes, periodically, to a supervisor, case manager, or nurse.
* Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient's care.
* Follows infection prevention measures.
Environment
* Assists the team to ensure adequate stock and supply is available for patient care.
* Supports the team in keeping patient rooms and the work area safe and clean.
Clerical
* Assists the team to respond to patient calls in a timely fashion.
* Supports the medical team in handling paperwork.
Basic UPH Performance Criteria
* Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
* Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
* Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
* Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, DIA, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
* Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
* Participates in department/hospital meetings, programs, performance improvement, etc.
* Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.
Foster Unity
* Leverage the skills and abilities of each person to enable great teams.
* Collaborate across departments, facilities, business units and regions.
* Seek to understand and are open to diverse thoughts and perspectives.
Own The Moment
* Connect with each person treating them with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect
* Enthusiastically engage in our work.
* Accountable for our individual actions and our team performance.
* Responsible for solving problems regardless of the origin.
Champion Excellence
* Commit to the best outcomes and highest quality.
* Have a relentless focus on exceeding expectations.
* Believe in sharing our results, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.
Seize Opportunities
* Embrace and promote innovation and transformation.
* Create partnerships that improve care delivery in our communities.
* Have the courage to challenge the status quo.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Preferred or Specialized
Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Education:
BCLS required within 180 days of employment
Certified Nursing Assistance certification
On-the-Job training or sufficient previous experience if assigned to complex unit
High School Diploma preferred
Experience:
Prior CNA experience in acute or skilled environment
License(s)/Certification(s):
Certified Nursing Assistance certification, or the equivalent education, ie; EMT, etc
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.
Multicultural sensitivity.
Microsoft Office - basic computer skills.
Customer/patient focused.
Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions.
Other:
Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Information about Jones Regional Medical Center - Anamosa, IA
Jones Regional Medical Center has been named 5th fastest growing hospital in the US by Modern Healthcare
Overview
* All private rooms
* Three major trauma rooms with an additional four exam rooms
* State-of-the-art equipment and lighting
* Easy navigation for patients to be evaluated and treated in the ED
* Radiology/laboratory services located next to ED for easy testing access
* 5500+ volume Monthly
* 24/7 RT, Lab, ER and Radiology
* Daytime offerings - Therapy, Wound, Social Services, Counseling, Rehabilitation
* Great place to have a rural quality of life but have access to larger cities (30-minutes to Cedar Rapids and 45-minutes to Iowa City)
Choose Jones County
Jones County, located in the heart of Eastern Iowa along Highway 151, is central to major U.S. markets. Within five hours of Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Madison, and Omaha with easy access to the crossroads of America, Interstates 80 and 35.
Living in Jones County
* Easy highway access to major shopping/entertainment in Cedar Rapids
* Just 45 minutes from Iowa City
* Growing trail system for walking and biking
* Museums including the National Motorcycle Museum and the Anamosa State Penitentiary Museum
* State and local parks for camping and recreation
* Two new aqua parks
* Numerous golf courses
* Home of the Jones County Fair the 3rd largest county fair in the state of Iowa.
* Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs;
* FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.6;
* Department: Nursing Unit/Med Surg;
* Shift: D/N Rotating, Evenings, Weekends, Holidays 4, 8 and 12hr shift needs - 24 Hours Per Week Average;
* Job ID: 154952;