Phoenix

Arizona

1250 live openings

Communication

• Communicates effectively on behalf of patients and/or unit concerns to the appropriate people. (5, 6) 5% Criteria A. Obtains patient care instructions from professional nurse and informs nurse of changes in patient’s condition. B. Documents all procedures concisely and legibly on chart forms according to chart form guidelines. C. Answers the telephone by identifying the unit and self in a courteous manner. D. Directs prompt and courteous attention to the needs of patients, families, visitors, and physicians. 6.
• Safety/Infection
• Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8) 5% Criteria A. Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines. B. Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards. 1. Maintains clutter free environment. 2. Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum. 3. Adheres to dress code. C. Reports risk management concerns. D. Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements as assigned by SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital . E. All patients are to be properly identified by checking the patient armband. In areas that do not utilize armbands, two unique identifiers should be used to verify identification of the patient.

Example

ask name, date of birth, etc. F. Cleans procedure room between patients (mops floor, empties trash, etc.). G. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. 7.

Communication

• Communicates effectively on behalf of patients and/or unit concerns to the appropriate persons. 5% Criteria A. Obtains reports from professional nurse and informs nurse of changes in patient’s condition. B. Documents all procedures concisely and legibly on chart forms according to chart form guidelines. C. Answers the telephone by identifying the unit and self in courteous manner. D. Directs prompt and courteous attention to the needs of patients, families, visitors and physicians. 8.
• Service
• Standards: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous and respectful manner. (1, 3, 6) 5% Criteria A. Demonstrates care and courtesy 1. Provides prompt, respectful, and courteous service. 2. Meets physical, spiritual, psychological, and emotional needs of patients and families. 3. Demonstrates ability to relate to coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, to assure and promote a culture of safety. B. Communicates effectively and maintains confidentiality 1. Listens to patient/family concerns and addresses needs. 2. Explains procedures and all education in a manner that patient and family understand. 3. Allows time for questions. C. Demonstrates competence and collaboration 1. Provides quality care in accordance to standards. 2. Assist with other departments to facilitate workflow and continuity. 3. Provides cost effective services. 4. Uses resources wisely. 5. Recommends changes in practice that increase efficiency and minimize waste. 9.
• Personal
• Accountability: Demonstrates accountability for own job performance. (1, 3) 5% Criteria A. Acknowledges authority, responding appropriately to supervisors’ directions. B. Participates in additional learning experience to increase competence, including: 1. Staff meetings 2. Mandatory in-services and other educational programs C.
• Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: D. Is at work as scheduled and begins duties promptly at start of shift. E. Functions as a resource person to co-workers, patients/families, medical staff, and ancillary personnel. F. Identifies problems, gathers pertinent data, suggests solutions, communicates using appropriate lines of authority, and works toward problem resolution. G. Asks for assistance when necessary and offers to willingly assist co-workers. H. Demonstrates pride in physical appearance of the hospital, keeping all areas neat and clean. I. Spends free time with patients and/or in another constructive manner. J. Adheres to and incorporates all customer service standards in patient care and work practices. 10.
• Performance improvement (PI): Incorporates performance improvement into one’s professional practice. 10% Criteria A. Assists in deploying unit-based PI plan. B. Collects PI data as assigned. C. Collaborates in developing and implementing action plans. D. Participates in research activities on the nursing unit. 11.
• Provides age-appropriate care to: <1% Criteria A. Attends or completes annual age-specific in-service. B. Performs age appropriate assessments which include input from family/guardian. C. Includes the family/guardian providing care in decision making as appropriate. D. Determines immunization status, if warranted. E. Appropriately refers or requests consultations for special needs and/or equipment.
• The following job accountabilities may be assigned: 1. Telephone communication. 2. Routine patient care activities (i.e. bathing, bed changes, feeding patient). 3. Specific data collection activities.
• DISCLAIMER: Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. Rationale for Essential Functions 1. The performance of this function is the reason the job exists. 2. There are limited employees among whom the performance of this function can be distributed. 3. This function occupies a great deal of the employee’s time. 4. This function is highly specialized. Employees are hired for the skill/ability to perform this function. 5. Failure to perform this function may have serious consequences. 6. The function was performed by past employees and is performed by current employees. 7. Exposure to blood borne pathogens that require the use of protective equipment. 8. Exposure to tuberculosis that requires the use of protective equipment.
• Job
• Specifications
• MINIMUM
• EDUCATION: High school graduate. Radiology Technologist registered preferred, or eligible. or CCI credential for Cath lab.
• MINIMUM
• Experience:
• Previous
• Cath
• Lab experience
• Required
• Certifications:
• BLS,
• ALS preferred
• WORKING
• CONDITIONS: Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases and radiation. Requires wearing of protective apparel such as lead aprons, eye protection, sterile and non-sterile medical gloves and masks. Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. Exposed to unpleasant element (accident, injuries, illness). Subject to varying and unpredictable situations. May perform emergency care. Subject to irregular hours. Pressure due to multiple competing demands.
• Physical
• REQUIREMENTS: Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients. Considerable reach, stooping, bending, kneeling, and/or crouching. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Employee _______________________________________ Date ___________ Department Manager/Director________________________ Date ____________ The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. An individual working in their job classification must also perform specific tasks upon request by supervisor personnel. Furthermore, the duties and responsibilities for this job classification are subject to change at the discretion of the medical center. REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

State of Work Location

• Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare
• Provider (BLS
• HCP) -
• American
• Heart
• Association (AHA)
• Work
• Shift:
• Day
• Shift (United
• States of
• America)
• Job
• Type:
• Employee
• Department: 3001000037
• Cardiac
• Cath
• Lab
• Scheduled
• Weekly
• Hours: 40

Benefits

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All Benefits SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.