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Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

12 Hour Evening Shift

Description:

SummaryAt MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments: MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center; MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation; MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation. With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa. MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse, works collaboratively with the health care team to provide outcome/goal-based patient care. Observes and reports the patient’s response and progress to interventions. Adheres to MercyOne's performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values of MercyOne.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supports the team in identifying patient needs and implementing the outcome/goal-based plan of care.

• Knows expected outcomes/goals for each patient and assists team to achieve.
• Assists in monitoring patient condition – (i.e., temp, vitals, blood glucose monitoring, etc.)
• Assists in educating patients and significant others (i.e., hygiene, positioning, ambulating, etc.) under the direction of the RN.
• Assists the patient care team in the delivery of care.
• Sets up rooms to receive patients.
• Assists in admitting patients and orienting them to the hospital routine.
• Performs all appropriate functions of the PCA role when needed to function as a “sitter” for a patient.
• Makes patient call lights on unit a priority and responds promptly.
• Provides bathing, oral hygiene, toileting needs and assists in feeding.
• Assists with prevention of skin breakdown by taking the initiative to reposition patients regularly and ambulate as directed.
• Transports patients safely.
• Demonstrates competency in unit specific tasks and seeks assistance when necessary.
• Responds to telemetry calls promptly to assure ongoing monitoring capability.
• Participates in "hourly round" process to assure patient safety and that patient needs are being met.
• Adjusts to changes in team/patient priorities as determined by the team leader.
• Assists others, outside immediate team, when own work assignment completed.

Communicates relevant clinical information to others to optimize patient outcomes/goals.

• Actively participates in team communication to modify the outcome/goal-based plan of care and to keep the Cardex information current.
• Reports observations of patient(s) responses to care, (i.e., tolerance of ambulation, etc.)
• Reports and documents accurate patient information such as vital signs, weights, I, blood glucose, specimens, calorie counts, etc.
• Immediately communicates important information to the team leader/RN such as changes in condition, abnormal vital signs, questions about care, family questions or concerns, etc.
• Communicates with other departments when needed (i.e. telemetry, dietary, etc.)

Documents completely, accurately and legibly and in accordance to policy.

Performs unit-based functions as assigned.

• Completes shift duties as assigned (i.e., cleaning lists, temperature checks, refrigerator temperatures, etc.).
• Cleans equipment in dirty utility room before end of shift and returns to storage area.
• Makes rounds in all assigned rooms to assure dirty linen removed, items stocked as needed and room tidy.
• Removes equipment/supplies from rooms upon discharge.
• Collects and applies age-specific data.
• Performs tasks/procedures, uses equipment in an age appropriate manner.
• Communicates and works with others in an age appropriate manner.
• Adheres to all safety, infection control and colleague health policies and procedures.
• Attends required safety programs.
• Appropriately and consistently uses the personal protective equipment required of the job.
• Knows and can demonstrate departmental emergency procedures for fire, disaster and other emergency situations.
• Actively participates in regularly scheduled drills (Code Red, Green, etc.) and regulatory safety standards.
• Completes and appropriately routes incident reports in a timely manner.
• Uses equipment safely and appropriately.
• Reports and removes unsafe equipment/furniture.
• Asks for assistance when needed to assure safety for all involved.
• Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits.

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.

Mission Statement: We, MercyOne Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Core Values:

• Reverence: We honor the sacredness and dignity of every person.
• Commitment to Those who are Poor: We stand with and serve those who are poor, especially those most vulnerable.
• Safety: We embrace a culture that prevents harm and nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Justice: We foster right relationships to promote the common good, including sustainability of Earth.
• Stewardship: We honor our heritage and hold ourselves accountable for the human, financial and natural resources entrusted to our care.
• Integrity: We are faithful to those we say we are.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Effective communication with patients, visitors, staff, and physicians.
• One of the following required:
• Completion of Nurse Aide I course (verified by transcript or certification)
• Completion of Nursing Fundamentals course
• Completion of Trinity Nursing Assistant Program (TNAP)
• Successful completion of Competency Test
• Iowa EMT certification

(Nurse Aide II – Advanced preferred; may be provided post-hire. Home Health requires Nurse Aide I.)

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

LOCATION

Waterloo

Affordably priced; Waterloo is approximately 25% cheaper than the national average and about 5% below Iowa's average. Its arts and entertainment scene features museums, a performing arts center, brewery tours, relief trails and attractions like the John Deere Tractor Museum and Lost Island Themepark and Waterpark. Dense trail networks offer biking and walking opportunities year round. The Waterloo Community School District provides diverse programs, and families also have access to private and parochial schools. Higher education is close by at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls.

MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center is a 366-bed regional hospital recognized for excellence in patient care and community service. As a Level III Trauma Center and home to a Level III Regional Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), we provide advanced emergency and neonatal care close to home. Our services include comprehensive cardiac care through an accredited chest pain center, a nationally accredited cancer center, inpatient rehabilitation, behavioral health and leading-edge surgical options—including robotic surgery. MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center is proud to hold the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™, Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence, and multiple quality awards from the American Heart Association and Forbes.

• No prior experience required.
• Certifications/Training Required:
• BLS
• Mandatory Reporter
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) within 6 months of hire (Mental Health/CD areas)
• Basic language, math, reasoning, and computer skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to work under pressure in high-stress environments.
• Ability to take direction and work with accountability.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.