**Employment Type:** Full time **Shift:** 12 Hour Day Shift **Description:** **JOB SUMMARY** The CCU Technician provides care to patients in the CCU under the supervision of the registered nurse. This care focuses primarily on personal hygiene, nutritional needs, and activities of daily living. The CCU tech performs receptionists, secretarial, housekeeping, and restocking duties and is a department communication liaison. **ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY** Reports to Critical Care Director and Clinical Leaders Supervises: None Key Working Relationships: Other Nursing colleagues, ancillary and medical staff Primary Customer Groups: Patients, families, and visitors Age/Population of Patients Served: All Ages **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** Assists with the patient’s physical, psychosocial, environmental, spiritual, social, and educational needs and supports the patient's plan of care throughout the patient’s stay. ( _Adherence to policy, Problem Solving, Teamwork)_ Effectively communicates pertinent patient changes/conditions to the Registered Nurse and multidisciplinary team to achieve desired patient outcomes and documents in the electronic/paper medical record in an accurate/timely manner. ( _Communication_ _, Adherence to policy, Teamwork)._ Provides for patient comfort and safety and protects dignity, privacy, and confidentiality. _(Adherence to Policy)_ Communicates with internal/external customers/colleagues in a courteous, cheerful, empathic, and professional manner and accepts assignments willingly. _(Communication, Adaptability)_ Attends and participates in departmental/organizational meetings, in-services, and educational opportunities. Department meeting attendance requirement: 80% with 50% in person if department meetings are available by webinar. ( _Communication/Adherence to Policy_ ) Serves as a steward for the hospital’s human and material resources. Meets productivity expectations of unit/department as defined by unit manager. Utilizes and maintains appropriate supplies in the department. Supports staffing needs for patient care in multiple units, as needed, while being flexible with schedule and hours. _(Teamwork, Adherence to Policy, Adaptability)_ Adapts positively to the ever-changing healthcare environment by supporting technology and process changes. Willing to learn new things, is open to change, and maintains a calm, positive manner under stressful conditions. _(Adaptability/Self-Aware)_ Performs technical skills as delegated. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of equipment. _(Continuous Learner.)_ Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations. Provides competent patient care to the above-indicated patient populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments. Takes an active role in enhancing the ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth and development and participates in medical center and/or departmental education programs ( _Self-awareness)._ Communicates with and performs duties following the philosophy of Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa and the sisters of Mercy, reflecting the organization’s Mission, Values, and Guiding Behaviors. Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment. (A _dherence to policy/Problem Identification)_ Performs other responsibilities as requested by the Director, Clinical Leader, or department head. _(Adaptability)_ **ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS** Serving on a house-wide committee task force Serving on unit-specific committees, promoting quality, patient care, skills/technical knowledge, individual development, and personal growth. Serves as a preceptor for new staff. **POSITION QUALIFICATIONS** Education [formal]: Completion of nursing assistant certification or currently enrolled in an A.D.N., BSN, program with successful completion of first semester of A.D.N. program, OR first-year completion of nursing courses in BSN OR graduate of an A.D.N., BSN or LPN program. State of Iowa nurse aide registry listing as “Active” or eligible Experience: Nursing Assistant experience preferred. Basic computer skill required. Special Skills and Competencies: Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and flexibility to meet department needs. Self-motivated and detail-oriented individual. Completes the following mandatory courses (check all that apply): X Must provide proof of **Basic Life Support** (BLS Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association, American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer-LIVE class only) via current card before employment or within 60 days of hire and maintain status. X Completes **Mandatory Reporting: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse** requirement within six months of hire and renews this requirement every five years. Completes **Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)** – American Heart Association within six months of hire and maintains status. Completes **Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS)** – American Heart Association within six months of hire and maintains status. Completes **Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)** – American Heart Association within six months of hire and maintains status. Completes **MANDT** Training within six months of hire and maintains status. Completes **Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)** within six months of hire and maintains current status. **Motor Vehicle:** Required to operate _____ Mercy Vehicle _____ Personal Vehicle X N/A Frequency of operation: ______daily ______ weekly _____ monthly ______quarterly List any special licenses or requirements for Mercy vehicle operation ______________________ Note: If required to operate Mercy vehicle, maintain a valid driver's license. If required to use a personal car, possess a valid driver's license, and provide proof of adequate insurance coverage. **MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT** (List machines, tools, and equipment that serve a significant job function, use group titles of equipment, and identify unique or specialized equipment.) Hospital bed Infusion pump Computer cart Slide board Wheelchair Needle Blood Pressure cuff Pyxis Gurney Continuous Passive Motion Unit Scale Telemetry I.V. Pole Computer Patient lifting equipment Eroxcimetor Telephone Cabinets Flowtron pump **REVIEWED/COMPLETED BY:** **Title** **Name** **Date** **Director** **Emily Orton** **9/18/23** **Human Resources Manager** **PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS** (This section was completed in cooperation with the Ergonomic Specialist) Department: CCU/CVRU Position: Nurse Assistant ESSEN is marked with an X if the demand or category is relevant to the purpose of the job. Frequency Ratings Continuously- 67-100 % or 62 times an hour Frequently – 34-66 % or 12-62 times an hour Occasionally – 0-33 % or 1-12 times an hour Rarely- 7 or less times a day (R) Weekly – Once a week (W) Physical Demand E S S E N Rarely/ Weekly O C C A S F R E Q Q. C O N T. Max. Weight (lbs) Usual Weight (lbs) COMMENTS S T R E N G T H Lifting - Floor to waist X 30 lbs. Rarely 20 lbs CPM / Soiled Linen bags Lifting - Waist to Shoulder X 35 lbs. Rarely 20 lbs Limb Holding / Soiled Linen Bags / Clean line Lifting – Shoulder to Overhead X 20 lbs. Rarely 10 lbs Soiled Linen Bags into Tripper or chute / Clean Linen / Supplies Carrying - With Handles X 50 lbs. Rarely 35 lbs Patient transfer with gait belt for handle / various pumps and equipment Carrying - Without Handles X 30 lbs. Rarely 5 lbs. CPM Machine / Charts / Clean Linen Pushing - Upper Extremity X 50 lbs. Rarely 35 lbs Lateral transfer and repositioning of patient / Office Chair/bedside table Pushing - Hip/Leg Assist X 50 lbs. Rarely 35 lbs Patient in wheelchair, bed / On Gurney for up to 400 ft. Pulling - Upper Extremity X 50 lbs. Rarely 35 lbs Lateral Transfer / repositioning patient in bed Pulling - Hip/Leg Assist X 50 lbs. Rarely 35 lbs Patient in Wheelchair, bed / on Gurney for 5-10 ft. Reach - Shoulder or Above X X Supplies / various pumps / Clean Linen Reach – Shld/Above extend. Rarely Reach - Below Shoulder X X Most work occurs here. Physical Demand E S S E N Rarely/ Weekly O C C A S F R E Q Q. C O N T. Max. Weight (lbs) Usual Weight (lbs) COMMENTS Reach - Bel. Shlder extnd Rarely Handling X X Gripping X X Gait belt / Slide sheet or board / Clean Linen/ Blood pressure Cuff bulb Fine Finger Movements X X E N E R G Y Aerobic (percent) X 90 % Anaerobic (percent) X 10 % High Energy Expenditure X 10 % Low Energy Expenditure X 90 % P O S T U R E M O B I L I T Y Neck - Static Flexion X X Neck - Static Neutral X X Neck - Static Extension X X Neck - Rotation X X Throwing N/A Sitting X X Standing X X Walking X X Climbing - Arms and Legs X Rarely Stairs Climbing - Legs Only X Rarely Stairs Bending/Stooping X X Crouching X X Kneeling X X Crawling Rarely Twisting X X Balancing X X Unsteady Patient / Patient transfer Running/jumping N/A G E N E R A L Traveling X Rarely Transport Van – West Campus Work Alone X X Interact with Public X X Operate Equip/Machinery X X Irregular/Extended Hours X Rarely If Inclement weather for Staffing P E R C E P T I O W O R K E N V I R O N M E N T Hearing - Conversations X X Hearing - Other Sounds X X Vision - Far X X Vision - Near X X Vision - Color X X Vision - Depth X X Feeling (Tactile) X X Reading X X Writing X X Speech X X PHYSICAL DEMAND E S S E N Rarely Weekly O C C A S F R E Q C O N T COMMENTS Inside Work X X Outside Work X Rarely Taking the patient to the car at discharge / Transport van – west campus Hot Conditions >77 deg. F X Rarely Taking the patient to the car at discharge / Transport van – west campus Cold Conditions <50 deg. F X Rarely Taking the patient to the car at discharge / Transport van – west campus Humid X Rarely Taking the patient to a car at discharge / Transport van – west campus/shower Dust N/A Vapor Fumes X X Hazardous Machines N/A Proximity to Moving Object X X Noise X X Electrical Hazard X X Sharp Tools Rarely Radiant/Thermal Energy X X Radiators Slippery Conditions X X Vibration and related Rarely Chemical Irritants X X Organic Substances X X Medical Waste X X Blood Products X X Congested Worksite X X Lighting - Direct X X Lighting - Indirect X X Lighting - Adjustable Rarely Lighting - Fluorescent X X Main Source Lighting - Incandescent X X Lighting - Shadows etc. X : Patient sit > stand and lift equipment available. **Our Commitment** Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. EOE including disability/veteran