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