Clinical Assistant, Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit; PMICU

Position Summary/

Department Summary:

The Pediatric Intermediate Care Unit (PIMCU) provides care for a patient population requiring a more acute level of care but do not require invasive monitoring. Common diagnoses are asthma, bronchiolitis, diabetic keto acidosis, apnea, multisystem disorders and patients needing BiPAP and CPAP.

• Under regular supervision and following established procedures and instructions, providing basic direct care to patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse.
• Assisting patients with feeding and hygiene, obtaining, measuring and recording routine information such as temperature, pulse and blood pressure, and performing other related duties according to specific needs of unit.
• Transporting patients, supplies and equipment as needed.
• Identifying and reporting unusual findings or changes in patient condition to Registered Nurse.
• 30hrs; rotating days/nights and every third weekend.
• Eligible for full time benefits.

• A HS Diploma or equivalent.

• 1 year CA experience, CNA, MA, PCT or EMT certification, or Nursing Student with at least one clinical rotation.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work on a team.
• The ability to: exchange information on factual matters, greet visitors, explain hospital policies and relay messages to appropriate personnel. All interactions require courtesy and respect.

NOTE:

This is a permanent position and we are unable consider temporary hires, for example, summer only.