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Day/Evening/Weekend/Holiday Shift At Avera Heart Hospital, you’re not just joining a workplace – you’re becoming part of a family. With more than 700 dedicated employee, we deliver care that truly makes a difference. Our commitment to excellence has earned us the distinction of being one of only a handful of hospitals nationwide – out of more than 4,000 – to achieve a double 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Position Highlights
Assists clinical team members by performing a variety of duties for patients within the patient focused care model and under the direction/supervision of a registered nurse. Provides clerical functions, basic patient care functions such as ambulation, feeding, toileting, as well as technical functions to support patient procedures and testing. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Assumes, under the direction of the Laboratory, responsibility for patient specimen testing, quality control, quality improvement, and equipment maintenance. Work
Flexible schedules to cover all shifts and weekends, as hospital needs demand. Education/Experience: High school graduate or G. E.
D. certificate required (if hired after January 1, 2003). Completion of CNA program, Medical Assistant Program, PCA or like program preferred. 6 months to 1 year continuous experience in an acute care setting preferred. Licensure/Certification: BLS certification required prior to end of orientation.
Basic EKG skills required within 6 months of employment.
About the role
Assists clinical team members by performing a variety of duties for patients within the patient focused care model and under the direction/supervision of a registered nurse. Provides clerical functions, basic patient care functions such as ambulation, feeding, toileting, as well as technical functions to support patient procedures and testing. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.