Advanced Care Partner - Medical Surgical Unit
Company: UCHealth
Location: Littleton
Posted on: May 12, 2022
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Job Description:
Unit: Medical Surgical Care Unit
--- PRN/Per Diem
--- No guaranteed hours; ACP Program criteria stipulates that any
ACP must be able to work at least one 12-hour shift (day, nights,
or weekends, as needed by unit) per week, 24 hours per (bi-weekly)
pay-period, consistently until BSN graduation.
--- Flexible schedule; Combination of
Days/Nights/Weekends/Holidays
Please refer to the program website for a complete explanation of
application requirements:
https://www.uchealth.org/professionals/education-programs/advanced-care-partners-program-uch/
*Current UCHealth employees must apply internally through Employee
Space.
*Please be sure to attach one single PDF or Word document
(including Cover letter; Comprehensive Resume & Unofficial
transcripts verifying completion of Med-Surg I or equivalent) to
your profile via the top of the first page of the online
application (link in the red box).
Summary:
Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care
activities.
Work Schedule: PRN Rotating
Responsibilities:
Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised
by an RN, including but not limited to, monitoring vital signs,
taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and
output.
Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of
daily living, including but not limited to, bathing, grooming and
eating.
Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and
emotional conditions to nursing staff.
Assists with keeping unit(s) and patient rooms stocked, clean, and
orderly.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive
judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be
able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate
action.
Requirements:
Credentials:
Essential:
* Basic Life Support Other information:
Minimum Required Education: Enrolled in an accredited Nursing
program and in good standing. Must have successfully completed
Med/Surg 1 at time of application with the ability to provide
transcript with grade.
Required Licensure/Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS)
Healthcare Provider. Relevant certification as determined at
position level.
Minimum Experience: None required. BLS through the American Heart
Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional
Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must
be good through sixty days of hire. All life support certification
cards must be issued by either the American Heart Association or
the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer. (American
Red Cross for the Professional Rescuer is only good upon hire and
all renewals will need to be through an American Heart Association
sanctioned course.)
Are you a RN New Grad? Visit
https://www.uchealth.org/professionals/residencies/ to find out
about our exciting New Grad opportunities!
The pay range for this position is: $18.540000 - $24.100000 / hour
. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. An annual
bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational
and individual performance.
UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive
total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this
package are full medical, dental and vision coverage; retirement
plans; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance
with additional buy-up coverage options; tuition and continuing
education reimbursement; and a full suite of voluntary benefits
such as identity theft protection and pet insurance. Our employees
and their family members have full access to our Employee
Assistance Program, which includes up to 5 free counseling visits
and work/life solutions, such as one free legal consultation. In
addition, other emotional counseling support is available depending
upon their need.
At UCHealth, we do things differently
We believe in something different: a focus on the individuality of
every person. In big ways and small, we exist to improve the
extraordinary lives of all those we serve. As Colorado's largest
and most innovative health care system, we as a team deliver on the
commitment to provide the best possible experience for our patients
and their families. We foster a true human connection and give
people the freedom to live extraordinary lives. A career at
UCHealth is more than a job, it's a passion.
Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent,
integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for
individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is
ever-changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is
easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can
find the extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth,
we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a
meaningful career. There's no limits to your potential here.
Be Extraordinary. Join Us Today!
UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and
perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our
institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer,
UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on
valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in
any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be
discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed,
color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental
or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity,
transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth
does not discriminate against any "qualified applicant with a
disability" as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act
and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an
undue hardship on the organization.
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