Nursing Assistant, Certified - Infusion

About This Role

The Nursing Assistant, Certified (NAC) participates as a team member in the overall functioning of the Infusion clinic, managing patient flow and performing essential patient care activities.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and families to patient care area
• Conduct clerical tasks, patient transport, cleaning and restocking of rooms, and other requests to maintain clinic flow
• Take vital signs and ECG
• Assist with patient ADLs and utilize patient lift equipment
• Recognize symptoms of common medical illnesses and abnormal vital signs, escalating immediately to RN and/or provider
• Document vital signs and other patient information per policy
• Assist with procedures as directed
• Recognize different types of isolation requirements and use appropriate precautions
• Charge appropriately for supplies and equipment

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certification as a Nursing Assistant in the state of Washington
• Current BLS AHA Health Provider Card (or equivalent course) and renewal required every two years
• Knowledge of human growth and development to modify care to age and developmental stage of the patient
• Physically able to perform the tasks of the role
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve
• Ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to follow direction and guidance
• Ability to recognize limitations and seek help
• Ability to identify learning needs and plan learning opportunities
• Ability to appropriately respond to emergencies or disasters per clinic protocol and scope of practice
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records
• Strong interpersonal and customer services skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, complex healthcare environment

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

Certifications