At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

　　This is a collective bargaining position.

　　Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

　　Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

　　Provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional under federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.

　　Essential Job Functions

　　Provides basic patient care to include, but is not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.

　　Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to the nurse

　　Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's families, visitors, and all employees

　　Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care

　　Uses professional, verbal, and written communication skills at all times

　　Patient Population

　　Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

　　Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

　　SHIFT/SCHEDULE

　　Full Time: Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours

　　Shift Time: 7am - 7pm

　　This position will have scheduled shifts every other weekend

　　Education Qualifications

　　Preferred Education : High School Diploma or GEDLicensing/Certification

　　Licensure/Certification Required : State-tested Nurse Assistant, completion of HHA/Nursing Assistant Training class, completion of HCA training related to acute care setting or Nursing Student with First Clinical Rotation complete. BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.Minimum Qualifications

　　Minimum Years and Type of Experience : Preference for recent experience in acute care and/or long-term care facility

　　Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Basic computer skills

　　Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred: Experience providing patient care or working in a specialty area in a hospital setting.

　　Working Conditions

　　Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

　　May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

　　May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

　　May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *

　　May be required to use physical restraints.

　　May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *

　　May have periods of constant interruptions.

　　Other: Works overtime as needed.

　　Physical Requirements

　　Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.): 34-66%

　　Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.): 34-66%

　　Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.): 34-66%

　　Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.): 34-66%

　　Stoop, Kneel: 1-33%

　　Crawling: 0%

　　Climbing: 0%

　　Balance: 1-33%

　　Bending: 34-66%

　　Sitting: 1-33%

　　Walking: 34-66%

　　Standing: 34-66%

　　Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

　　Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

　　Perform shift work

　　Maneuver weight of patients

　　Hear alarms/telephone/taperecorder

　　Reach above shoulder

　　Repetitive arm/hand movements

　　Finger Dexterity

　　Color Vision

　　Acuity – far

　　Acuity – near

　　Depth perception

　　Use of Latex Gloves

　　Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

　　Exposure to moving mechanical parts

　　Exposure to dust/fumes

　　Exposure to potential electrical shock

　　Exposure to x-ray/electromagneticenergy

　　Exposure to high-pitched noises

　　Gaseous risk exposure

　　Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

　　Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts

　　Life insurance w/AD&D

　　Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

　　Paid time off

　　Educational Assistance

　　And much more

　　*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

　　All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]