JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of assigned department leadership, provides assistance to the patient care team with patient care and routine unit duties.  Alerts RN/LPN/Physician regarding any change in patient condition or status.  Delivers health care to patients during the admissions, procedure and discharge phase of care.  Ensures proper care of technical equipment/accessories used in endoscopic procedures.  Decontaminates equipment per policy guidelines.

MINIMAL ACCEPTABLE JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Registration/Certification/Licensure:

CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) within 90 days from date in position.  Completion of the SGNA online learner directed activity associate’s program within 6 months of date in position.  This is a one-time requirement which does not require renewal.

Experience:

Minimum of one year of patient care experience.

Education:

Minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent (GED)