Clinical Associate, MedSurg Telemetry Full-Time, Days at University of Chicago Medicine

Job DescriptionBe a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital as a Clinical Associate (CNA) in the Med/Surg Telemetry unit. Here you will prepare patients and assist with meals while providing direct patient care necessary to meet the personal physical and comfort needs of the patient. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.With the leadership of the Manager and the Clinical Supervisor performs assigned supportive work in connection with the delivery of patient care including functional tasks and skills. Utilizes interactive processes which will exceed the expectation of patients physicians families or significant others provides high quality cost effective care and treatment. Demonstrates necessary skills and knowledge to provide care for patients according to unit specific competencies as appropriate to the age of the patients served as delineated in the Centers Scope of Care.Essential Job FunctionsPromotes the values and mission of Ingalls Memorial HospitalPromotes clinical excellence and serviceActs as a patient/family advocateProvide comfort measures and assistance to patient and familyPerforms hourly rounds on patients and meets needs as appropriateDemonstrates the necessary skills and knowledge to provide care for patients according to unit specific Scope of CareUnderstands Growth and Development and responds effectively to the unique needs of specific patient populationsWith the leadership of the staff nurse follows plan of care by completing assigned tasks related to direct patient careAssists with admissions by setting up patient rooms orienting patients to rooms obtaining height weight temperature pulse respiration rate blood pressure (in both arms when applicable) changing clothing labeling and storing personal care itemsObserves and follows infection control policies and procedures in accordance with infection control policyRequired QualificationsCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Active BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)High school diploma or equivalent Completed Medical Terminology Course Past or current experience in an acute care hospital settingPosition DetailsJob Type/FTE: Full-Time (0.9 FTE)Shift: Days (12 hour shifts)Work Location: OnsiteUnit/Department: Med/Surg Telemetry CBA Code: SEIUWhy Join UsWeve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion always mindful that each patient is a person an individual. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color ethnicity ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status civil union status parental status religion national origin age disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.Must comply with UChicago Medicines COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly a pre-employment physical drug screening and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.Compensation & Benefits OverviewUChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Abinitio,Administration And Accounting,Android,Bid Management,Inventory Management,Embedded C Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1