Facility: Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
Shift: Shift 3
Status: Per Diem
FTE: 0.103333
Bargaining Unit: CWA Local 1133
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Nights with Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours: 11:00pm - 7:15am
Summary:
Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides nursing care to non-acutely ill patients and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the patients and/or nursing unit.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
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High school graduate
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Must be enrolled in an accredited Registered Nurse education program
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Phlebotomy/glucometry certification within 60 days
EXPERIENCE
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One (1) year in an acute care setting desirable
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
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Computer literate, knowledge of windows
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Ability to read with comprehension
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Desire and skill to meet the needs of the geriatric, chronically ill or long term patients
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Continuous awareness of need for safety measures in patient care
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Assist other hospital staff in direct patient care
WORKING CONDITIONS
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Ability to cope with stress and handle multiple priorities is required
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Obligation to conserve supplies, equipment and time in a cost-effective environment
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May also be exposed to communicable diseases
