Description
Clinical Associate AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Sign on bonus with 2 year commitment agreement signed.
Location Address: 9100 W. 74th Street, Shawnee Mission, KS 66204
Top Reasons To Work At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
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Providing faith-based, whole person care to Kansas City since 1962
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Excellent health benefits, an onsite child care center and fitness facility
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Tuition reimbursement to support continuing education
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Employee Referral Program
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Largest health care provider in Johnson County with three campuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Available Day One
Work Hours/Shift:
Full Time Nights
12 hour shifts
You Will Be Responsible For:
I will provide a clean patient care environment and uphold all principles of infection control.
• Consistently follow organizational guidelines for effective hand hygiene.
• Follow guidelines for standard precautions as directed.
• Maintain a neat and clean patient environment by changing linens, emptying trash and keeping hallways clean and free of clutter and equipment.
• Perform environmental tasks as delegated with minimal supervision.
I will promote teamwork and nurture relationships so as to be seen as a positive member of the healthcare team.
• Support the goals of the department and adheres to all organizational and departmental policies.
• Attend all required staff meetings and mandatory training.
• Communicate clearly and effectively to all customers, the RN and other members of the healthcare team.
• Answer call lights, telephones and requests for assistance quickly and with a smile and pleasant demeanor.
• Willingly seek and take on additional responsibilities as assigned within my competency level.
• Resolve issues and problems as soon as they arise.
I will provide exceptional service and/or care to all patients, customers and team members.
• Obtain and record patient vital signs and intake and output as directed.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Turn and reposition patients with or without assistance as directed.
• Listen attentively and provide information in a way that is respectful and ensures understanding.
• Address customers by their preferred names.
• Provide for privacy and dignity of all patients by closing doors and curtains when providing patient care.
I will ensure a safe environment for all patients, customers and team members.
• Demonstrate proper use of patient care supplies and equipment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of patient safety policies and respond appropriately to organizational disaster codes.
• Follow directions accurately and completely.
• Keep patient and hospital information confidential and out of public view.
Qualifications
What You Will Need:
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High School Diploma or Equivalent
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No Previous Experience Required
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BCLS obtained through the American Heart Association
Job Summary:
The Clinical Associate (CA) is a non-licensed support person, and functions as a member of the patient care team. The CA is responsible for providing direct patient care and any assigned duties as designated by his/her competency level to ensure optimal patient care. The CA works under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
