Registry OU Float Sitter / Internal Float Pool at Emory Healthcare

Decatur, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Communication, Safety Procedures, Infection Control, Basic Life Support, Transportation Assistance, Ambulation, Feeding, Room Cleanliness, Supportive Environment, Observation, Reporting, Customer Service, Team Collaboration, Universal Precautions, Comfort Positioning

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description 7am - 7:30pm/ PRN Float/ 36 Hours We're seeking a PRN Float Sitter for Emory Decatur Hospital responsible for being a capable certified technician who cares about the quality of their work an ensuring the safety for all patients. This individual will: The purpose of an operating unit/facility-based position is to provide clinical resources in a variety of patient care departments throughout an Emory Healthcare (EHC) operating unit/facility. Â Key Responsibility Category: Is assigned to a patient in the hospital setting to maintain a safe environment. Observes and reports any changes in the patients condition to the nurse accountable for the patients nursing care. Communicates with patient/family members and all members of the health team to relay appropriate information as part of patient care. As part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment so that customer and staff satisfaction are enhanced. Under the supervision of the patient's nurse, may assist with transportation of the patient throughout the hospital, ambulation of the patient, bedpan/bathroom functions, bathing, bed making, feeding, providing oral fluids to patient and positions for comfort. Ensures the neatness and cleanliness of patients room. Supports cost efficient/effective patient care. Complies with Universal Precaution guidelines and all other infection control procedures and safety standards to maintain and promote a clean and healthy work environment. May discard disposable supplies, assist with bedrails wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and bedpans, under the supervision of the patient's nurse. Performs related responsibilities as required. Floats to patient care areas as assigned. Performs other related responsibilities as required. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Basic computer skills Minimum Experience: A minimum of one year patient care experience preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required. JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Float Sitter is responsible for maintaining a safe environment for patients and observing any changes in their condition. They communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team members to promote a supportive and healing environment.