Description
Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has
been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed
hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services.
Hanford residents are proud of their city's historic charm and family-friendly
atmosphere. Within an hour's travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon
National Parks can be enjoyed.
Job Summary:
Assists the Registered Nurse (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations
and treatments. Performs a variety of technical and patient care duties under
the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Performs essential functions of the
Unit Secretary.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
* High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
* Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related
experience: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
* Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification: Preferred
* Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS)
certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
* Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (CMA) or Paramedic
certification: Preferred
* Phlebotomist Technician license: Preferred
Facility Specific License/Certifications:
* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy:
Required
* Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or
National Emergency Medical Tech (NEMT) or Paramedic (PM): Required
Essential Functions:
* Assists the Registered (RN) and physician with assessments, examinations and
treatments. Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside
care and observations.
* Maintains state of readiness by maintaining equipment/supplies appropriate to
the position. Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering
and conserving of supplies and equipment.
* Prioritizes patient care and department needs, sets goals, and organizes time
to meet daily demands of nursing care. Observes, documents and reports
patient condition and changes in condition to the RN, MD/Provider.
* Provides patient and family education within scope of practice.
* Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and
observations. Records and collects specimens.
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and
patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required
vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where
applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit
https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about
E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read
the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents
therein.
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving
more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of
care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and
values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and
hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and
talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff,
and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring
health, wholeness and hope.