Patient Care Technician (CNA), Telemetry, Part-time
University of Maryland Medical System

Job Description
Schedule:

Part-time, Days, 7a-3:30p

As a Patient Care Technician (CNA) on the Medical Surgical / Telemetry Unit this role is under the direction of professional nursing staff and will provide direct patient care. Takes vital signs, checks surgical dressings, aids patients with activities of daily living. This role performs blood draws and collects specimen samples. Observes and collects data and communicates about the patient's status in order to identify needs and provides needed care. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.

Company Description
When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, you're coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. You're embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means you'll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade 'A' hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, we've been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.

Qualifications
Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
• One (1) year of previous experience preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to effectively communicate using verbal and written skills.
• Maintain interpersonal relationships and use teamwork skills to provide care along with other team members in a cohesive manner.
• Ability to organize work priorities, perform several duties simultaneously and function in stressful situations.
• Ability to learn and use computer systems
• Demonstrates proper technique and skills needed for obtaining accurate blood glucose results and documenting findings.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform delegated nursing tasks according to the age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostic needs of the persons served.
• Demonstrates knowledge, practice and accountability for skills or procedures that require aseptic technique.

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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