Facility: Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time
FTE: 0.940000
Bargaining Unit: CWA Local 1133
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days with Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours:
7:00am - 7:15pm
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 or GED
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BLS within six (6) months of hire/transfer
EXPERIENCE
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No prior experience needed
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
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Mental and physical health sufficient to withstand strenuous activity, bending, lifting, walking
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Desire and skill to meet the needs of acute care patients
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Continuous awareness of need for safety measures in patient care
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To assist other hospital staff in direct patient care
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Computer literate Ability to read with comprehension
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
