At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. **Primary Function/General Purpose of Position** The Care Team Partner (CTP) works under the supervision of the RN to document in the patient’s electronic or written chart, which may be edited by the RN, with a final authentication and attestation by the RN, attesting that the CTP’s charting is accurate and complete. The CTP also assists in performing patient care duties, including, but not limited to, taking and recording vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), and responding to patient call bells. As a member of the care team, the CTP assists in practicing standard BSMH quality and safety measures to minimize the likelihood of patient safety and quality events, including, but not limited to pressure ulcers, falls, Catheter-associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTI), central line bloodstream infection (CLABSI) DUKE protocols, etc. **Essential Job Functions** + Completes documentation on the RN’s behalf, including, patient history, assessments, reevaluations, CTP admission and discharge notes, procedures, discussions with medical staff and family, and any medical decision making verbalized with the RN + Assists in the delivery of patient care by performing patient care tasks under the direction of a RN that are appropriate to age, mobility, acuity, and culture + Responds to patient call bells, obtains and records vital signs, activities of daily living (ADLs) which includes bathing, feeding, repositioning, intake, output, etc., indwelling urinary catheter care, blood glucometer checks, and placing patients on telemetry + Transports patient from one unit to the next or accompany the RN to transport patients to specialty or critical units of the hospital (depending on facility requirements) + Follows Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) isolation guidelines, demonstrate appropriate use of Personal protective equipment (PPE), perform handwashing according to policy, and enforce safety regulations + Exhibits a desire to learn and upgrade skills and perform other duties as assigned or directed to ensure to smooth operation of the department or unit This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. **Licensing/Certification** BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required) State Tested Nursing Assistant Licensure, or Certified Medical Scribe (preferred) **Education** High School/GED (required) 1 year of undergraduate coursework in the field of pre-nursing or other pre-health area of study (pre-med, pre-PA, pre-PT/OT, etc.) (preferred) **Work Experience** 2 years of comparable experience as Patient Care Technician, State Tested Nursing Assistants (STNA), or medical scribe (preferred) **Training** None **Language** None **Patient Population** Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​ Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older) **Working Conditions** Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.* May be required to use physical restraints. May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.* May have periods of constant interruptions. _* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control._ **Physical Requirements** **Physical Demands** Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100% Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X Stoop, Kneel X Crawling X Climbing X Balance X Bending X **Work Position** Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100% Sitting X Walking X Standing X **Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards** **Physical Requirements** Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity – far Acuity – near **Hazards** Depth perception Use of Latex products Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk exposure Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 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