CMA - Occupational Health - Full Time - 1st Shift

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of physician/nurse practitioner, provides quality nursing care for assigned patients. Exhibits the values of F.I.R.S.T. (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with the initial and on going patient assessment.
• Assists with care of patients in collaboration with patient, family and health care team to obtain desired patient outcomes.
• Impliments patient care activity to assist with delivery of quality care.
• Provides a comfortable and safe environment for patients.
• Considers the age of the patient served, applies knowledge of growth and development and age-specific techniques through the life span (neonates/infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients) in planning and implementing care.
• Demonstrates a commitment to professional accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills.
• Contributes to the achievement of the mission and philosophy of the Organization.
• Contributes to the effective operations of the Organization by demonstrating dependability in job performance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

Works in a well lighted, ventilated and air conditioned area. Often exposed to unpleasant odors, sights and sounds. Long periods of standing, walking, stooping, heavy lifting and bending are required. Risks exposure to disease, infection, physical strain and assault. Risks exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, radiation. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. independently.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS

Patients, family members and significant others, physicians, other Associates, other health care providers, community resource personnel, administrative staff, vendors and Organizational support services.

Qualifications

None.