Job Description

Up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility



Under the direction of the Nurse, performs sub-professional duties including providing patient care to meet the needs of activities of daily living; operation and maintenance of equipment. Takes and records vital signs and I/Os. Assists licensed staff and physicians as directed within approved standards. Performs other related duties as directed. Assumes the responsibility for meeting the basic needs of all patients assigned. Provides care to a patient population ranging from infant to geriatric, unless otherwise indicated. Works collaboratively with the health care team, is customer focused and strives to meet unit and hospital goals. Provides quality care according to established practice standards and guidelines for the area(s) assigned. Must be willing/able to float to other (comparable) nursing units, as requested/needed. Performs and coordinates the clerical and public relations functions for the unit, as well as coordinating patient services and tests provided by the other ancillary hospital departments; acts as unit receptionist receiving and directing visitors. Assumes the responsibility for correctly transcribing orders on all patients assigned. Works collaboratively with the health care team, is customer focused and strives to meet unit and hospital goals. Provides quality work according to established practice standards and guidelines for the area(s) assigned. Must be willing/able to float to other (comparable) nursing units, as requested/needed.


2503032440 Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship


Accurately checks patient's blood sugar and documents results as ordered (all values are correctly reported to attending nurse) Obtains vital signs appropriately based on patient's age and condition. Reports abnormal findings immediately to attending or charge nurse Performs patient interventions completely and proficiently within scope of practice and demonstrates age specific competency for population of patients served. Provides appropriate treatment in emergency situations as they arise (i.e. codes, patient falls). Notifies nurse of changes in patient's condition Schedules tests and treatments efficiently in accordance with established policies and procedures Performs related duties as required.



Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous work experience in a patient care role can meet education requirement. Completion of CNA course required; must be certified within 6 months of employment, and/or completion of Nursing Fundamentals from an accredited Nursing Curriculum with the intention to complete a nursing degree required. * American Heart Association BLS CPR certification required, must be obtained within 7 days of hire. CPI required within orientation.