Nursing Assistant (NA) (stanfordhealthcare)

Job Description

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Night - 08 Hour (United States of America)

Department: AAU B3 - Medicine
Commitment: Part-Time (0.6 FTE - Every other weekend requirement. 3 days weekly)
Schedule: 08-HR, Night Shift


At Stanford Health Care, the possibilities to explore your interests and advance your profession are limitless. Whether you're starting the journey as a new graduate nurse or a highly experienced nurse, Stanford can be the catalyst to empower and transform your career. Our highly engaged healthcare teams provide the needed structure and opportunities to achieve your desired professional growth. Browse our wide range of nursing specialties and practice areas. We'd love the opportunity to bring you on as part of the Stanford Health Care team.

Diversity & Inclusion: Cultivating a workplace in which diversity is celebrated and all people are included, respected valued and appreciated as the most valuable asset of Stanford Health Care. Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) launched to be cultural catalysts, innovation hubs, leadership development and talent communities that contribute breakthrough results and advance a culture of inclusion and belonging for all. All groups are inclusive and everyone is invited to join and become an active member. For more information, please click on the following link: https://careers.stanfordhealthcare.org/us/en/diversityandinclusion

Stanford Health Care’s Professional Practice Model: The SHC Professional Practice Model (PPM) illustrates how nurses support the organization's mission, vision, and national professional standards of nursing practice. Symbolizing our patient-centered beliefs and values, the PPM exemplifies nurse autonomy over clinical practice and the practice environment, depicting effective communication between interprofessionals to result in high-quality patient care.

ANCC Magnet Designation: The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Model provides a framework for clinical, operational, and leadership practice, serving as a roadmap for Stanford Nursing's ongoing pursuit toward nursing excellence.

Watson Caring Science: Beginning in 2007, SHC embraced Jean Watson's transformative "Caring Science" theory of human caring and love. This intertwining of "Caring Science" with nursing practice translates into increased intentionality and a deepening of authentic presence; thereby renewing nurse relationships through universal, ethical, and person-centered care.

Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, and in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures, the Nursing Assistant (NA) provides basic direct and indirect care as a member of the patient care team.  The direct patient care activities are related to the following: measuring, recording and reporting patient information, provision of or assistance with activities of daily living, and simple treatments and procedures.  The NA recognizes and addresses age-appropriate and cultural needs when caring for patients.  In addition, the NA assists in maintaining the patient and unit environment in a clean, orderly condition. 

 

Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
 

Education:

• None required

Experience:

• None required

License/Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.
 

• Ability to accurately, completely, and independently perform the reading, writing, and arithmetic required by the job
• Ability to be patient and courteous and use active listening skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, and families, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to demonstrate customer service skills in interactions with all patients, families and staff, including high volume and stressful situations
• Ability to learn standard nursing procedures used in patient care; elicit information related to patient symptoms
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Ability to provide appropriate care based on the needs of the specific individuals, including age
• Ability to solve problems effectively using appropriate resources; is productive in workflow, skills, and organization
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the job
• Ability to take and record patients' vital signs
• Ability to transport patients as needed for admission, discharge, procedures, etc
• Knowledge of basic principles, methods, medical terminology, and procedures of nursing aide work as applied to patient care
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
• Knowledge of standard asepsis, hygiene, and infection control procedures
• Knowledge of standard charting procedures
• Knowledge of standard instruments and equipment used in routine patient examinations and treatment

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $33.94 - $38.06 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.