The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Radiology is seeking a Nursing Assistant to, under direct supervision, assists the members of the nursing team in provision of multiple types of patient care in in-patient and out-patient care areas. Their work requires familiarity with a wide variety of nursing procedures used in delivering patient care.
Duties Include:
Transport patients in a safe and efficient manner
Provide for patients' comfort and privacy
Report pertinent patient information to RN or technologist
Share responsibility for preparation, proper use and care of equipment and supplies for neatness and cleanliness of unit
Perform tasks according to hospital/department policies or standards of care
Follow MRI Safety Guidelines
Room turn over in the MRI room.
Call floors for travel information and send MRI screening forms
The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities required of individuals performing this job.
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. ®
Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Ability to read, write and follow instructions
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of unit and departmental routines and facilitates patient throughput
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, patients, and the public
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Obtain medical assistance for any patient who becomes ill while in area. Responds appropriately in emergencies within the nursing assistant scope of practice
Answer all phone calls by 2nd or 3rd ring when workload permits and uses appropriate identification information
Transfer calls to appropriate areas and answers questions by callers
Use intercom system to page appropriately
Accept and acts upon constructive criticism
Maintain clean, organized work area
Adhere to established schedule and rules regarding breaks, planned time off, unplanned timed off
Facilitate communication of patient "hand off" information
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload Cover Letter and Resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check
For additional questions or concerns, please reach out to Lani Noska at lani-noska@uiowa.edu
