Nursing Assistant ICU

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Key Position Details:

• FTE 0.7
• Day/Evening 8-hour shifts
• Day Shifts 0700-1530/ Evening Shifts 1500-2330
• 7 shifts in a 2 week pay period.
• Every other weekend
• L113 contract
• benefit eligible

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities

• Performs personal care/interventions as assigned.
  • Completes interventions according to identified critical elements of each procedure.
  • Answers patient call lights promptly for both assigned and other patients.
  • Distributes and sets up water, snacks and patient trays and assists patients.
  • Assists patient with grooming and hygiene needs, maintains skin integrity, personal comfort and population specific needs of the patient.
  • Provides assistance with ambulation, transfer, positioning and range of motion (ROM) according to activity order and needs of the patient.
  • Implements activities of fall prevention plan as specified in plan of care.
  • Collects and saves specimens.
  • Provides assistance to the RN for admission, transfer, discharge and post-mortem care.
  • May transport medications excluding controlled substances within the site.
• Observes, collects and documents health status data as assigned.
  • Completes measurements according to critical elements of policy/procedures, which may include: temperatures, radial pulses, blood pressures, respirations, weights, intake and output.
  • Reports immediately to the RN observations/health status data that are not within normal limits for the patient or are significantly changed.
  • Documents according to documentation guidelines.
• Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors and employees.
  • Protects patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
  • Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Uses equipment following policies, procedures and manufacturer directions or standards.
  • May handle hazardous waste (identifies, segregates, and disposes of hazardous waste; ensures container integrity; knows emergency response procedures to spills, fires, and evacuation procedures).
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School or GED required
• One year of Nursing Assistant experience required or
• Completion of one (1) semester of clinical rotations within an accredited nursing program or registered on the MN Nursing Assistant registry required
• Certified Nursing Assistant - MN Nursing Assistant Registry preferred or
• Certified Nursing Assistant - MN Nursing Assistant Registry required if job is located in the Courage Kenny Transitional Rehab Program (Cost Center: 31607300)
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• BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required Certified by the American Heart Association or Allina BLS upon hire

Leadership Capabilities

• See the Big Picture: Know where we are going as an organization. Use sound judgement and critical thinking to make good decisions that support our mission.
  • I know where Allina is going and how my role fits into this picture
  • I capture important lessons and share them to foster innovation
  • I am good at anticipating the implications of my decisions
  • I understand and apply the disciplines of continuous improvement
• Inspire Greatness: Inspire others by connecting their purpose to the broader mission. Lead others through change and celebrate success.
  • I help my team connect to the broader mission
  • I see and fulfill my role in motivating the team around me
  • I celebrate success and help my partners see what is possible with change
  • I call out and address unexpected roadblocks or problems
• Foster Learning and Growth: Role model growth, ongoing development and self-care. Empower, coach and encourage others to be at their best selves.
  • I role-model self-care and ongoing development
  • I share my knowledge and coach others to foster growth and success
  • I demonstrate enthusiasm for learning
  • I candidly advocate for the resources I need
  • I support my colleagues in their development and growth
• Deliver Excellence: Set and align clear goals, measure results, and continually improve safety, quality, experience, and innovation.
  • I take ownership of outcomes and fulfillment of goals
  • I facilitate adjustments to assure positive results
  • I work with a sense of urgency, concern and determination
  • I use well-grounded approaches to create sustainable solutions repeatedly
  • I engage and foster improvements to impact safety, quality, and efficiency
• Succeed Together:Connect with others authentically. Recognize the value of each individual and seek diverse points of view. Collaborate to succeed together.
  • I consider how decisions might impact my colleagues
  • I am generous in my commitment to supporting the needs of my partners
  • I respect others' opinions, praise good work and encourage all team members to be involved
  • I seek common ground and work to create mutually beneficial outcomes

Functional Competencies

• Communication Skills: Able to communicate well in straight-forward situations.
• Problem Solving: Uses common sense to solve routine issues.
• Collaboration: Creates internal alliances outside the immediate team or department.
• Functional Knowledge: Knowledgeable about his/her specific job.

Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently