Nursing Assistant Colon & Rectal Surgery at Nebraska Methodist Hospital

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health SystemAt Nebraska Methodist Health System we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. Its helping families grow by making each delivery special conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch going above and beyond for a patients needs or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.Job Summary:Location: Methodist Physicians Clinic - Colon & Rectal SurgeryAddress: 9850 Nicholas Street Suite 100 - Omaha NEWork Schedule: Monday through Friday full time 32 - 40 hrs/week hours between 8am - 5pmThe Clinic Nursing Assistant assists providers in daily activities such as preparing patients for examination obtaining vital signs phlebotomy* assisting providers with entering laboratory and radiology orders scheduling diagnostic tests and making and receiving phone calls.*Must be willing to complete training in phlebotomyResponsibilities:Essential Job Functions Joint (Floor and Phone)1. Medical HomeMaintain and update medical records and formsCompletes tracking forms and follows up on missed appointments and procedures.Assists Health Coaches by working patient lists and scheduling appointments as directed.2. Provide patients and caregivers with preprinted health-related instructions from the provider.3. Maintains work areas to ensure healthy environmental conditions by cleaning and organizing equipment and rooms.Maintains clean and organized work area according to department/provider protocol 99% of the time.Transmit written prescription orders and medication refills. Handles prescription refills according to department/provider protocols 99% of the time.4. Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the Age Specific Criteria.Completes Age Specific Quiz annuallyFloor1. Prepares exam rooms and equipment to facilitate treatment and examination of patients by setting up instruments/equipment and stocking supplies.Prepares exam rooms and medical equipment according to provider protocol 95% of the time.2. Prepares patient for provider exam by gathering patient data such as vital signs height weight and reason for visit. Enters data into the medical record.3. Transcribes information provided by patients into the medical record such as medical history medications and other information as directed by the provider.Prepares patient for exam by following provider protocol and company policies 95% of the time.4. Assists providers to facilitate patient treatment by retrieving test results and medical records as directed.Obtains provider requested tests records and lab work 95% of the time.5. Performs EKGs as instructed.6. Assists with and/or performs phlebotomy with proper labeling and handling of specimens accurately completes requisitions and collects specimens according to standard procedures/protocols and performing and documenting quality control activities.Performs above procedure according to clinic policy and procedures 95% of the time.7. Transcribes exact written prescriber instructions for electronic order entry for laboratory and radiology procedures.Ensures accuracy of order entry and completes appropriate documentation without error at least 98% of the time.8. Assists providers to facilitate patient treatment by scheduling tests and other appointments as directed.Orders and schedules tests 95% of the time.Phone1. Answering Phone CallsAnswers calls according to protocol at least 98% of the time.2. Returning Phone MessagesReturns phone messages according to protocol at least 98% of the time.3. Providing Test ResultsRelays information to patients as transcribed by the provider.4. Pharmacy RefillsAccurately completes pharmacy request 100% of the time.Schedule:Work Schedule: Monday through Friday full time 32 - 40 hrs/week hours between 8am - 5pmJob Description:Job RequirementsEducationHigh School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) preferred.ExperienceNurse Aide Registry at time of hire OR current experience working in the capacity of a nursing assistant OR enrolled in a nursing program required.License/CertificationsAmerican Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire required within 3 months of hire.Nurse Aide Registry (NAR) preferred.Skills/Knowledge/AbilitiesKnowledge of medical terminology and procedures required.Skill to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.Skill to proficiently type information into the computer to capture or detail information quickly.Ability to provide caring patient care services when talking with patients and their family members.Ability to critically listen to questions from patients and information from providers to convey information effectively.Ability to anticipate recognize and resolve problems before they occur and avoid bigger problems in the future.Ability to problem solve during several daily activities which includes the ability to be flexible.Ability to learn and proficiently navigate through computer programs that contain patient information.Strong verbal communication skills for positive interaction with providers staff and patients required.Able to follow written and verbal instructions/directions required.Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) understanding.Physical RequirementsWeight DemandsMedium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.Physical ActivityOccasionally Performed (1%-33%):ClimbingCrawlingKneelingSittingFrequently Performed (34%-66%):BalancingCarryingCrouchingDistinguish colorsKeyboarding/typingLiftingPulling/PushingRepetitive MotionsStooping/bendingTwistingConstantly Performed (67%-100%):GraspingHearingReachingSeeing/VisualSpeaking/talkingStanding (Floor Only)Walking (Floor Only)Sitting (Phone Only)Job HazardsNot Related:Electrical Shock/StaticRadiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet visible light infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)Rare (1%-33%):Radiation Alpha Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray C at Scan Gamma Knife etc)Occasionally (34%-66%):Equipment/Machinery/ToolsExplosives (pressurized gas)Physical hazards (noise temperature lighting wet floors outdoors sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)Frequent (67%-100%):Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) Blood or Body Fluid (BBF)Chemical agents (Toxic Corrosive Flammable Latex)Mechanical moving parts/vibrationsAbout Methodist:Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa more than 30 clinic locations a nursing and allied health college and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891 service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance health education outreach to our diverse communities and populations and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other classification protected by Federal state or local law. Key Skills Crew Management,Cost Estimation,Infection Control,AC Maintenance,Auto Parts,Fire Alarm Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1