Location: West Chester
Department: Labor & Delivery
Hours: PRN
Shift: 12 HR AM 7am-7pm

UC Health is hiring a PRN OB Technician for the labor & delivery department for 12 Hour PM shift at West Chester.

The Labor & Delivery OB Technician will support West Chester Labor & Delivery unit. They will be delivering high-quality care to patients based on assessed needs. This role requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to assist in a circulator role under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.

About West Chester Hospital

West Chester Hospital provides its patients with access to the region's largest group of specialized physicians and medical providers. With a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care, the hospital consistently ranks amongst the top 5% in the nation.Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school graduate or GED required.
• BLS certification- within 60 days of hire
• STNA preferred; successful passage of 80 hours of State Tested Nurse Aide Training; 40 hours of Acute Medical-Surgical Training, Specialty Training and Hospital Specific Training or a Student from an NLN accredited RN program having successfully completed one Medical-Surgical rotation or another acute rotation.
• 1-2 years Medical Assistant or previous operating room preferred.

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About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

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UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.The OB Technician is responsible for assisting registered nurses in the provision of basic patient care. The OB Technician needs to demonstrate working knowledge of reasons for tests, procedures, treatments and potential signs and symptoms of complications. It is also someone who demonstrates the knowledge and skills to provide for the physical, psycho/social, safety, cultural, and related patient needs appropriate to the age of the patients of the clinical population served.

PATIENT POPULATION - (CLINICAL ONLY):

Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.

Teamwork/Collaboration:

Participates in unit team and governance based activities. Accomplishes work by:

Asking for help in identifying and accomplishing goals and solving problems.

Giving and seeking input from others.

Assisting others in solving problems and accomplishing tasks.

Sharing information, ideas, and suggestions.

Notifying others of changes or problems in a timely manner.

Builds and maintains relationships by:

Giving and accepting feedback from team members and others in order to perform the job.

Acknowledging others' skills, experience, creativity, and contributions.

Listening patiently to others in conflict situations.

Acknowledging and defining problems in a calm, collaborative manner. Works effectively with team/work group to accomplish daily team/unit tasks; works proactively to achieve team/unit goals and facilitate group cohesiveness.

Transportation:

Incorporates patient safety and comfort to transport patient to/from other areas as directed; provides backup transport services to any department and/or other unit and/or assists with discharging patients home.

Communication/Coordination:

Supports patient care environment by communicating verbally and through written documentation. Facilitates patient/family orientation through explaining steps of the:

Call signal

Visitor policy; location of visitor lounge

Mealtimes, cafeteria location and hours, coffee shop location and hours

Use of side rails; safety standards; no smoking policy Reports to the RN and documents all pertinent patient information accurately, concisely and timely, charting/documentation is done according to hospital policy/procedure.

Participates in care planning and outcome evaluation with team members through change of shift report activities, ongoing communication/documentation, etc.

Posts appropriate patient care signage (e.g. hearing impaired, isolation, etc. in patient's room). Performs necessary computer functions as needed: e.g. order entry; obtaining lab receipts; LINK, etc.

Facilitates transfers and discharges: collects patient's personal belongings, assists patient to wheelchair or stretcher, accompanies patient to new room and/or discharge area. Reinforces patient instructions for clinical and equipment issues.

Safety Awareness:

Demonstrates understanding of conditions and can apply needed knowledgable skills that affect patient, self, and/or employee safety under normal conditions and conditions that occur in crisis situations: Ensures patient identification through the application and monitoring of Patient ID band placement. Initiates and maintains all procedures related to infant security. Ensures beds are in appropriate position and locked at all times; ensures that side rails remain in up position as indicated. Maintains safety standards and use of proper body mechanics while assisting patients in moving, sitting, or ambulating. Ensures that patients are secured appropriately when transported by wheelchairs/stretchers. Adheres to infection control standards and practices, uses good hand washing and aseptic technique, utilizes universal precautions; adheres to isolation procedures, keeps unit clean, removes equipment from room when no longer in use, and changes linens promptly when wet or soiled. Safety hazards are corrected and/or reported to the appropriate person/ department; location of all fire alarms and extinguishers are known. Adheres to standards for disposal of all waste and body fluids. Adheres to standards of radiation safety.

Environment:

Assists in maintaining a clutter-free patient room and ensures necessary supplies and equipment are available and acceptable. Checks personal protective boxes in each room. Checks oxygenated prams and isolettes for oxygen. Ensures that necessary equipment is in patient room and is in working order; appropriate department for repair as needed. Ensures that needed articles are within patient's reach. Verifies and orders unit stock and materials as necessary.

Professional/Career Development:

Assists with orienting, coaching, mentoring of new employees. Plans and organizes time appropriately to accomplish assigned tasks. Learns and applies new techniques and technologies. Attends required in-services and education programs. Participates in unit-based governance activities.The OB Technician is responsible for assisting registered nurses in the provision of basic patient care. The OB Technician needs to demonstrate working knowledge of reasons for tests, procedures, treatments and potential signs and symptoms of complications. It is also someone who demonstrates the knowledge and skills to provide for the physical, psycho/social, safety, cultural, and related patient needs appropriate to the age of the patients of the clinical population served.

PATIENT POPULATION - (CLINICAL ONLY):

Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.

Teamwork/Collaboration:

Participates in unit team and governance based activities. Accomplishes work by:

Asking for help in identifying and accomplishing goals and solving problems.

Giving and seeking input from others.

Assisting others in solving problems and accomplishing tasks.

Sharing information, ideas, and suggestions.

Notifying others of changes or problems in a timely manner.

Builds and maintains relationships by:

Giving and accepting feedback from team members and others in order to perform the job.

Acknowledging others' skills, experience, creativity, and contributions.

Listening patiently to others in conflict situations.

Acknowledging and defining problems in a calm, collaborative manner. Works effectively with team/work group to accomplish daily team/unit tasks; works proactively to achieve team/unit goals and facilitate group cohesiveness.

Transportation:

Incorporates patient safety and comfort to transport patient to/from other areas as directed; provides backup transport services to any department and/or other unit and/or assists with discharging patients home.

Communication/Coordination:

Supports patient care environment by communicating verbally and through written documentation. Facilitates patient/family orientation through explaining steps of the:

Call signal

Visitor policy; location of visitor lounge

Mealtimes, cafeteria location and hours, coffee shop location and hours

Use of side rails; safety standards; no smoking policy Reports to the RN and documents all pertinent patient information accurately, concisely and timely, charting/documentation is done according to hospital policy/procedure.

Participates in care planning and outcome evaluation with team members through change of shift report activities, ongoing communication/documentation, etc.

Posts appropriate patient care signage (e.g. hearing impaired, isolation, etc. in patient's room). Performs necessary computer functions as needed: e.g. order entry; obtaining lab receipts; LINK, etc.

Facilitates transfers and discharges: collects patient's personal belongings, assists patient to wheelchair or stretcher, accompanies patient to new room and/or discharge area. Reinforces patient instructions for clinical and equipment issues.

Safety Awareness:

Demonstrates understanding of conditions and can apply needed knowledgable skills that affect patient, self, and/or employee safety under normal conditions and conditions that occur in crisis situations: Ensures patient identification through the application and monitoring of Patient ID band placement. Initiates and maintains all procedures related to infant security. Ensures beds are in appropriate position and locked at all times; ensures that side rails remain in up position as indicated. Maintains safety standards and use of proper body mechanics while assisting patients in moving, sitting, or ambulating. Ensures that patients are secured appropriately when transported by wheelchairs/stretchers. Adheres to infection control standards and practices, uses good hand washing and aseptic technique, utilizes universal precautions; adheres to isolation procedures, keeps unit clean, removes equipment from room when no longer in use, and changes linens promptly when wet or soiled. Safety hazards are corrected and/or reported to the appropriate person/ department; location of all fire alarms and extinguishers are known. Adheres to standards for disposal of all waste and body fluids. Adheres to standards of radiation safety.

Environment:

Assists in maintaining a clutter-free patient room and ensures necessary supplies and equipment are available and acceptable. Checks personal protective boxes in each room. Checks oxygenated prams and isolettes for oxygen. Ensures that necessary equipment is in patient room and is in working order; appropriate department for repair as needed. Ensures that needed articles are within patient's reach. Verifies and orders unit stock and materials as necessary.

Professional/Career Development:

Assists with orienting, coaching, mentoring of new employees. Plans and organizes time appropriately to accomplish assigned tasks. Learns and applies new techniques and technologies. Attends required in-services and education programs. Participates in unit-based governance activities.