Summary The Care Partner II is responsible for assisting the nurse in providing patient care and for serving as a receptionist for the nursing unit with clerical /transcription duties. Activities are based on the unit's specific needs and are performed within the scope of education, training and experience of the Care Partner. General Patient Care/Procedures + Demonstrate accuracy in taking vital signs, measuring intake/output, and completing activities of daily living as directed; document data via the electronic medical record + Demonstrate competency competent in determining orthostatic blood pressures + Perform blood glucose monitoring + Collect, transport, and perform data entry for lab specimens per policy + Obtain blood products from Blood Bank per policy + Effectively notify nurse of pertinent changes in patient’s condition + Maintain/stock adequate supplies and equipment to include but not limited to patient rooms, med room supplies, and emergency airway supplies at bedside + Follow established routines and utilize supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner Clerical Management Activities/Unit Secretary + Process MD orders promptly and accurately via the electronic medical record + Provide clerical assistant for patient admissions, transfers, and discharges + Operate the computer order entry system accurately; utilizes downtime processes and procedures when required + Relay urgent orders immediately to the appropriate staff member + Coordinate scheduling of diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients + Serve as receptionist for the nursing unit + Manage phones and other communication systems to provide effective and timely communication + Take and deliver messages accurately and in a time appropriate manner + Keep work area neat and orderly + Maintain and order forms, office supplies, and dietary supplies as needed in a cost-effective manner + Assist with safety during emergencies; direct hallway traffic + Demonstrate familiarity and competence with completing necessary procedures: + Transportation arrangements for patients going to other hospitals + COBRA forms for transfer + Supporting safe transitions of care; copying chart to be sent with patients during transfers + Pick up blood and blood products from the lab + Maintain a working knowledge of equipment Education and Experience Minimum Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred Education: Certification as a Nursing Assistant is preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Applicants must hold a current BLS certification from the American Heart Association