Patient Care Assistant - Maternity Nursing

Patient Care Assistant - Maternity Nursing

About Us
What does it mean to be a part of Intermountain Healthcare? It means that the quest for clinical excellence is not just a goal, but a given. It means building an environment where physicians and employees can deliver the best in medicine. And it’s realizing each employee or volunteer is vital to the healing process, because we can only achieve the extraordinary together. 

Being a part of Intermountain Healthcare means joining with a world-class team of over 32,000 employees and embarking on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment. Our mission is: excellence in the provision of healthcare services to communities in the Intermountain region.

Our patients deserve the best in medicine, and we deliver.

Job Description

  The Patient Care Assistant is a vital part of the patient care team providing care and comfort to patients and families under the direction of the nursing staff. In this position you will be able to utilize and develop your clinical skills to ensure a positive patient experience. 

Patient Care:
1. Prioritizes and delivers basic patient care which may include toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs.
2. Assists with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
3. Provides excellent customer service when responding to patient/family requests.
4. Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner. Reports changes in the patient condition quickly, and secures qualified assistance as needed.

Collaboration:
1. Collaborates and consults with RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team for best patient care.
2. Demonstrate effective teamwork, prioritization, communication, and organization.
3. Performs non-nursing duties as delegated, i.e.: cleaning, stocking, answering phones, clerical support, providing directions, etc.
4. Implements plan of care as delegated.
5. Performs assigned duties within scope of practice and performs specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards. Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.

Entry Rate:  9.91
Benefits Eligible:  No    
Shift Details:  Variable shifts
Department:  Maternity Nursing
Additional Details:  This position will be scheduled as needed by the department.  Must be able to work a variety of shifts which include all shifts, day or night and weekends and holidays.

• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Certification in the state of Utah
• This position requires verifiable current Healthcare Provider or Professional Rescuer CPR certification.  An original card must be verified prior to start date or the job offer will be withdrawn.  For additional information regarding CPR requirements please visit our Job Requirements Page .
• Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to regularly lift 50 pounds unassisted, be on your feet for entire shift including walking, pulling, pushing, twisting.
• Must be able to transfer and position patients independently and safely

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) experience or applicable healthcare experience
• Experience in Womens and Newborn services

Please Note
All positions subject to close without notice
Intermountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V