Patient Care Partner- 2 Ross - Per Diem

•Records bowel movements •ADLs and activities •Performs and records the following specimen collection: •Obtains urine, stool, and sputum specimens for patients; instructs patients in proper specimen collection technique. •Completes EKGs. •Basic ostomy care •Transports patients as needed •Serves, sets up and retrieves trays •Distributes water pitchers as appropriate •Orders and distributes nourishment. •Transports equipment •Transports blood products to and from the patient care area. •Participates in patient safety/patient satisfaction. •Answers call bells •Participates in patient rounding •Reports any signs of abuse to the nursing staff •Recognizes, troubleshoots and initiates corrective action needed on equipment. •Maintains neat and tidy environment (empties laundry, delivers equipment, keeps patient rooms clean and safe). •Inventories and assures disposition of patients' belongings when admitted, transferred, and/or discharged. •Assures proper storage of equipment. •Recognizes emergency situations and initiates plan of action •Notifies RN/LPN of any changes seen in patient's condition •Complies with policies and procedures of the hospital/nursing department. •Supports the philosophy of the hospital and department of nursing •Maintains CPR certification and practice •Demonstrates cost effective patient care by demonstrating proper use and care of equipment, appropriate and prudent use of supplies, accurate charging of supplies, performing other division specific tasks, and appropriate utilization of available resources. •Participates in performance improvement activities to improve service and care. Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills. •Ability to communicate using telephones, computer systems. •Answers telephone promptly and politely, identifying self, title, and department. Receives and sends messages in an accurate and timely fashion. •Communicates with the patients, family, and members of the healthcare team in a concise, tactful and considerate manner. Must represent the hospital in a professional courteous manner, while being sensitive to how others perceive both verbal and nonverbal communications. Other Duties: •Assists in the orientation of new personnel and serves as a role model to other employees. •Demonstrates willingness to accept non-routine work assignments as appropriate. •Encouraged to participate in community activities •Attends and participates in unit council (70% attendance). Pay Range: $17.34 - $24.32 per hour