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SUMMARY: This is an entry level position with a primary focus of assisting registered nurses in meeting unit environment needs.

Carries out responsibilities in accordance with Ascension Health Core Values, St. Agnes policies/procedures and applicable civil laws. Is accountable for efficient use of resources and support of the St. Agnes mission.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assists in maintaining unit inventory through daily routine and periodic checks of the following areas:

Kitchen – shelves, cabinets, sinks, counter etc. Refrigerator Utility Rooms – sinks, counter etc. Linen Rooms/carts Medicine rooms Supply cupboard Wheelchair, stretcher, portable I.V. poles, carts, commode chairs, geriatric chairs

2. Runs errands as directed by team leader or designated charge person in an efficient manner.

Acquires equipment Obtains supply needs for patient use Delivers laboratory specimens

3. Transports patients safely and courteously during:

Discharge Transfer Travel to and from other hospital departments

4. Prepares water pitchers and assists with their distribution.

5. Performs tray collection following meal service on the unit.

6. Assist with patient feeding as directed by team leader/charge nurse.

7. Records patient intake accurately on worksheet.

8. Assists with cleaning equipment for patient use and maintains orderliness in patient room/cubicle.

9. Checks patient rooms/cubicles to determine readiness for admission.

10. Directs patient/family requests to team leader/charge nurse.

11. Reports problems/complaints immediately to the team leader/charge nurse.

12. Completes tasks listed on service aide worksheet.

13. Records all trips off assigned area on service aide worksheet.

14. Reports on and off shift – informs team leader/charge nurse of any duties that remain to be completed or any problems that may be anticipated for the on-coming shift.

15. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.

16. Applies standards of good customer relations with patients, families, and co-workers.

17. Assists with orientation with new employees as requested.

18. Demonstrates consideration of cost containment in the effective and efficient use of time, materials and supplies.

19. Demonstrates understanding and adherence to standard precautions.

20. Participates in staff meetings.

21. Supportive of peers and leadership.

22. Meets standard for annual Fire Safety/Infection Control Training.

23. Other duties as assigned.

General duties:

– Consistently and independently follows established safety and infection control procedures. Intervenes in unsafe situations.

– Complies with the standards of conduct and Corporate Responsibility Program and seeks guidance when in doubt.

– Meets or exceeds expectations of individuals for whom service is provided.

– Participates on interdepartmental, hospital and departmental committees as appropriate.

Required Education: Two (2) years of high school or equivalent.

Required License, Certification and/or Registration: Current Healthcare Provider C.P.R. certification.]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2136532-Maryland-Hospital-Support-Services