Summary:
Under the supervision/direction of a registered nurse, performs various duties assisting staff nurses in the treatment and care of patients in accordance with established nursing standards, medical center policies, procedures, objectives, safety, environmental and infection control standards. These duties include nursing assistant, unit secretary, phlebotomy and EKG.

Other information:
One year experience preferred as a Unit administrative, Nursing Assistant, or Phlebotomist.

Responsibilities:
Assists with preparation of patient rooms and bays for receiving surgical patients. Assists with patient personal care--changing of bed linens, dressing and undressing, and other general care of surgical patients. Under the direction of the Perioperative RN, accomplishes and records vital signs, weight, height, and intake/output measurements. Reports abnormal findings immediately. Assists with Pre and Post-Operative care such as lifting and turning patients (utilizes proper body mechanics), applying/utilizing specialty equipment as needed, and assisting with patient ambulation as directed. Transports patients to other hospital areas for treatments and other diagnostic tests as per established safety guidelines. Performs procedures such as patient positioning and safety needs for patient stretcher, electrode application, use of Tympanic thermometer, etc. Demonstrates knowledge and usage of the non-invasive monitor and portable O2 process. Conscious of biohazard safety as it relates to the job changing of gloves between patients Perform and report point-of-care monitor glucoses on all patient types. Perform and report point-of-care urine pregnancy results on appropriate patient types.

Credentials:
Essential:
* BLS - Basic Life Saving certification

Competencies and skills:
Essential:
* Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
* Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
* Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
* Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
* Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records

Education:
Essential:
* High school graduate or equivalent
  

Location: BHC Health Campus-Building 1 BMC

Shift :

FTE: 1.000000  

Work Status: Full Time

Logo

About Beebe Healthcare

Beebe Healthcare serves the Sussex County community with a medical center located in beautiful, historic Lewes, Delaware, and convenient outpatient locations throughout the county. Founded in 1916 by two physician brothers, Drs. James Beebe and Richard C. Beebe, the medical center in Lewes is a 210-licensed-bed, not-for-profit seaside community hospital. Beebe's specialized service lines include cardiac and vascular, surgical services, oncology, women's health, and orthopaedic services. Beebe offers an array of inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services. Beebe's five satellite campuses offer imaging, physical rehabilitation, and lab services, as well as walk-in care centers. In addition, Beebe offers Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine and Diabetes Management & Medical Nutrition Therapy. With a mission to serve the community, Beebe also offers many free screenings and outreach programs through its Population Health Department; and advanced medical care for those who are recuperating at home through Beebe Home Care Services. Beebe is also training the next generation of nurses through the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing, located behind the Medical Cente...r in Lewes. Beebe's Medical Staff has grown tremendously since the early 1990s. Employed physicians through Beebe Medical Group and our affiliated physicians on Beebe's Medical Staff now serve patients from Milford to Millville in specialties including cardiac surgery, dermatology, endocrinology, family practice, gastroenterology, general surgery, internal medicine, pediatric neurology, and surgical oncology. Beebe is proud to offer quality care, close to home for the residents and visitors of Sussex County.

Show more

Show less

Connections working at Beebe Healthcare