Jobs in Van Buren Ohio

NOTE: Up to $15,000 signing bonus requires a 2 year commitment to BVHS and current associates are not eligible for this bonus or PRN, restrictions apply.

4231-00 = MLS/MT: PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The purpose of a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/MT) is to obtain specimens for laboratory testing, performs laboratory tests on various instruments and consisting of hematological, blood banking, chemical, microscopic, or microbiology examinations.

Sets up laboratory instruments; performs and assesses quality control studies; maintains and repairs laboratory instruments.

Shows ability to work with a minimum of supervision.

Demonstrates good judgment in reviewing test results.

Uses good technique consistently.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Organizes department.

Develops orientation protocol.

Orients and teaches students as necessary.

Regularly demonstrates a thorough knowledge of current job duties.

Keeps aware of new techniques in the field by reading and attending meetings.

Participates actively in laboratory staff meetings.

Keeps abreast of posted information from memos, minutes of meetings and department communication logs.

Duty 2: Uses customer’s name and smiles when communicating.

Is timely in response to customers’ needs.

Communication reflects BVHA script, (please refer to winning phrases in the handbook) and culture of Service Excellence.

Practices effective communication skills, i.e.

listening, phone skills, etc.

Performance reflects relationship to BVHA mission and values.

Maintains clean, neat, professional appearance, i.e.

wears ID badge, and complies with department dress code.

Duty 3: Obtains blood specimens using correct technique, labels legibly and completely.

Properly processes laboratory requisitions and specimens.

Insures that adequate supplies are available for assigned departments.

Keeps work area clean and neat.

Makes sure area is disinfected regularly.

Duty 4: Performs routine daily set-up and maintenance procedures on laboratory equipment.

Records all data in proper place, evaluates and repairs if data is outside specifications.

Informs Coordinator or Laboratory Director of any malfunctioning laboratory equipment or reagents.

Troubleshoots, repairs, or calls repair person when necessary.

Performs with a minimum of errors.

Works neatly and with accuracy regardless of volume of work.

Helps Coordinator evaluate and set up new laboratory procedures or instruments.

Duty 5: Completed assignments reflect an average rating or better for quality of work.

Shows willingness to assist other laboratory personnel as time permits.

Works at a suitable pace.

Can adjust as workload increases.

Maintains organization of area in spite of frequent interruptions.

Duty 6: Maintains quality control records.

Assesses quality control results to ensure good test results are reported.

Follows proper procedure when found to be in an out-of-control situation.

Demonstrates good understanding of Quality Control.

Makes sure to communicate to other personnel any quality control or instrument problem, especially between shifts.

Reviews quality control data to ensure good quality of work is being maintained.

Correctly monitors and evaluates quality control information.

Duty 7: Properly records results on report forms including date and initials.

Shows good judgment in determining accuracy of reported laboratory results.

Consistently reviews other pertinent laboratory data to better assess abnormal test results.

Duty 8: Shows good organizational skills to ensure the patient’s results are available in a timely manner.

Prioritizes correctly to ensure that most important work is completed first.

Plans for the effective insertion of STATS into a busy schedule.

Uses systematic approach to all areas of work.

Duty 9: Interacts well with patients.

Interacts well with physicians.

Cooperates with other professionals both inside and outside the lab.

Consistently maintains a cheerful professional manner.

Makes suggestions in a positive, tactful manner.

Duty 10: This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HCV, HIV, etc.).

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures.

Duty 11: Is punctual and is present when scheduled.

Adheres to attendance policy – please document absences, occurrences and tardiness REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduate of a NAACLS approved medical laboratory scientist educational program with clinical experience and coursework necessary to be Board Eligible to take MLS(ASCP) or MT(ASCP) registry exam.

Applicant must be certified or must become certified as one of the following within 12 months of hire date: MLS/MT(ASCP College transcript required.

Individual must be customer focused, service oriented and be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.

Individual must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Individual must be organized, able to prioritize, work in a fast pace environment and have excellent problem solving skills.

Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required along with a demonstration of leadership.

The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served.

The individual must demonstrate sufficient knowledge of computers, telephone operations and other office equipment in order to carry out the duties of this position.

4221-00 = MLT: PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION Obtain specimens for laboratory testing.

Exercises efficient performance of technical procedures in chemistry, hematology, microscopic evaluations, and microbiology.

Performs and assesses laboratory quality control.

Does regular preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.

Uses good technique and shows good judgment in evaluating patient data.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Organizes department.

Develops orientation protocol.

Orients and teaches students as necessary.

Regularly demonstrates a thorough knowledge of current job duties.

Keeps aware of new techniques in the field by reading and attending meetings.

Participates actively in laboratory staff meetings.

Keeps abreast of posted information from memos, minutes of meetings and department communication logs.

Duty 2: Uses customer’s name and smiles when communicating.

Is timely in response to customers’ needs.

Communication reflects BVHA script and culture of Service Excellence.

Practices effective communication skills, i.e.

listening, phone skills, etc.

Performance reflects relationship to BVHA mission, vision and values.

Maintains clean, neat, professional appearance, i.e.

wears ID badge, and complies with department dress code.

Duty 3: Obtains blood specimens using correct technique, labels legibly and completely.

Properly processes laboratory requisitions and specimens.

Insures that adequate supplies are available for assigned departments.

Keeps work area clean and neat.

Makes sure area is disinfected regularly.

Duty 4: Performs routine daily set-up and maintenance procedures on laboratory equipment.

Records all data in proper place, evaluates and repairs if data is outside specifications.

Informs Coordinator or Laboratory Director of any malfunctioning laboratory equipment or reagents.

Troubleshoots, repairs, or calls repair person when necessary.

Performs with a minimum of errors.

Works neatly and with accuracy regardless of volume of work.

Helps Coordinator evaluate and set up new laboratory procedures or instruments.

Duty 5: Completed assignments reflect an average rating or better for quality of work.

Shows willingness to assist other laboratory personnel as time permits.

Works at a suitable pace.

Can adjust as workload increases.

Maintains organization of area in spite of frequent interruptions.

Duty 6: Maintains quality control records.

Assesses quality control results to ensure good test results are reported.

Follows proper procedure when found to be in an out-of-control situation.

Demonstrates good understanding of Quality Control.

Makes sure to communicate to other personnel any quality control or instrument problem, especially between shifts.

Reviews quality control data to ensure good quality of work is being maintained.

Correctly monitors and evaluates quality control information.

Duty 7: Properly records results on report forms including date and initials.

Shows good judgment in determining accuracy of reported laboratory results.

Consistently reviews other pertinent laboratory data to better assess abnormal test results.

Duty 8: Shows good organizational skills to ensure the patient’s results are available in a timely manner.

Prioritizes correctly to ensure that most important work is completed first.

Plans for the effective insertion of STATS into a busy schedule.

Uses systematic approach to all areas of work.

Duty 9: Interacts well with patients.

Interacts well with physicians.

Cooperates with other professionals both inside and outside the lab.

Consistently maintains a cheerful professional manner.

Makes suggestions in a positive, tactful manner.

Duty 10: Is punctual and is present when scheduled.

Adheres to attendance policy – please document absences, occurrences and tardiness REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduate of a NAACLS approved Medical Laboratory Technician educational program with clinical experience and coursework necessary to be Board Eligible to take MLT(ASCP) registry exam.

Applicant must be certified or must become certified as one of the following within 12 months of hire date: MLT(ASCP)or MLT(AMT) College transcript required.

Individual must be customer focused, service oriented and be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form.

Individual must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Individual must be organized, able to prioritize, work in a fast pace environment and have excellent problem-solving skills.

Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required along with a demonstration of leadership.

The individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Member of a professional laboratory organization PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, climbing, squatting, kneeling, twisting, sitting and standing.

This individual will be required to sit four hours, also stand/walk up to five hours per day.

The individual must be able to lift twenty to fifty pounds and reach work above the shoulders.

The associate must be able to use foot controls and have the ability to distinguish colors.

Individual must have excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.

This position requires corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

The associate must be able to work at a high rate of speed.

This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HCV, HIV, etc.).

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION Under the supervision of the Physician, assist in office and lab procedures, point of care testing, injections, phlebotomy, sterilization of instruments and clerical duties.

Provide patient centered care.

Blanchard Valley Health System
- Mission, Vision and Values: Mission: Caring for a lifetime.

Vision: Extraordinary people.

Exceptional care.

Values: Integrity, Compassion, Skill, Collaboration, Innovation & Humor Blanchard Valley Medical Practices is a division of Blanchard Valley Health System, which provides a total continuum of care to more than 100,000 households in an eight-county area.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Manages daily patient and provider flow.

Duty 2: Assist Physician with patient care as required.

Duty 3: Ensure that exam rooms are prepared for each visit and set up clinical areas.

Duty 4: Able to know, understand and follow directions as given by the provider and leadership.

Duty 5: Conducts phlebotomy and point of care testing, based on practice needs.

Duty 6: Accurately complete the registration process.

Duty 7: Chart documentation.

Duty 8: Responsible for using your clinical and clerical skills.

Duty 9: Responsible for enhancing our patients experience and upholding the mission, vision and values of the organization.

Duty 10: Willingness to participate in process improvement.

Duty 11: Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High School graduate or GED equivalent.

Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

This position may not be inclusive to the BVMP Practice that you are assigned at the time of hire, which may require you to work at another BVMP Practice, as needed.

Ability to cross-train to other positions within the practice, as needed.

Behavior needs to adhere to BVHS policies regarding workplace civility and standards of behavior.

Comply with all organizational privacy policies and procedures.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.

Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Medical Assistant Certification/Registered/Diploma.

Previous Medical experience.

Experience in giving injections/blood draws preferred Medical terminology experience preferred Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience.

Experience taking manual and/or electronic vitals.

Experience communicating with patients over the phone and in-person.

Experience with sterile procedures.

Experience assisting Providers with procedures.

Experience working in a medical practice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, climbing, squatting, kneeling, twisting, sitting, and standing.

The associate will be required to walk for up to one hour a day, stand for five hours a day and sit for two hours.

The individual must be able to lift twenty pounds and reach work above the shoulders.

The individual must have good eye-hand coordination and fine finger dexterity to operate machines.

The individual must have excellent verbal communication skills to communicate with patients, providers, and co-workers.

The associate must have vision corrected and hearing in the normal range.

This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The primary duty of the ambulette driver is to deliver clients to the identified destination in a safe and professional manner.

Hanco EMS is the primary 911 provider for the local community and also provides a wide spectrum of medical transport services.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: The primary duty of the ambulette driver is to deliver clients to the identified destination in a safe and professional manner.

Duty 2: No driver shall recommend a specific physician or facility.

All destinations will be predetermined prior to deployment of the ambulette for service.

Duty 3: Drivers will complete all required trip reports in an accurate concise manner and obtain required signatures.

Patient confidentiality is a high priority! Discussion of runs or company business will be limited to debriefing sessions.

Duty 4: Accurately record all required information per departmental guidelines Duty 5: Restocks all supplies used on the call for service and confirm that all equipment used has been retrieved and is returned to its appropriate location.

Duty 6: Sanitizes and disinfects the transport vehicle and equipment when indicated.

Duty 7: Participates in all debriefing sessions.

Duty 8: Keeps up with job related updates in pre-hospital procedures and regulations.

Duty 9: Participates in monthly training events or CEU classes to maintain respective certification and licensure according to departmental guidelines.

Duty 10: Performs daily and weekly vehicle inspections and at the same time becoming knowledgeable on the placement of all equipment.

Duty 11: Participates in building/grounds maintenance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or GED equivalent A valid driver's license is required (if you do not have a valid Ohio driver’s license you must obtain one within 30 days of your residency in the state).

You must also meet BVHS's company fleet policy, Hanco’s insurance company requirements, and any other requirements that may be required to operate a vehicle: o Drivers at least 25 years old must have no more than three moving violations or one accident and one violation within the last three years.

o Drivers 21, 22, 23 and 24 years old can have no more than two moving violations within the last three years.

o Drivers 18, 19 and 20 years old must have no moving violations on the driving record.

o Drivers under 18 are not acceptable.

o No driver may have any major convictions within the last five year period.

o All drivers are subject to insurance company’s prior approval.

Health Care Provider Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

(Hanco will provide on the job training if necessary).

One of the following is required and must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

(Hanco will provide on the job training if necessary).

Basic First Aid First Responder Ohio division of EMS certification of Emergency Medical Technician Healthcare Provider (Any EMT level class from another state that you can receive your ODPS EMT certification through the process of reciprocity ODPS card must be obtained before orientation).

Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with transporting clients PHYSICAL DEMANDS Requires a full range of body motion with continuous activity in walking, lifting, bending, squatting, kneeling and standing.

This position requires an individual to lift 75 pounds or more and push/pull patients in wheelchairs (150-350 lbs).

Must be able to reach work above the shoulders.

Associate must have good eye/hand coordination to push, pull and perform simple grasping tasks and fine manipulation.

Associate must have excellent verbal skills to interview patients.

This position requires corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

Associate must have excellent verbal skills.

This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc).

PURPOSE OF POSITION The purpose of a Registered Nurse in Home Health Care is to assume ongoing assessment, care planning, documentation of progress, and accountability, for his/her assigned patients within the home health care system.

Manages on-call as scheduled in a consistently responsible manner.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) Minimum of 1-2 years of general nursing experience.

Current Ohio Driver’s license with clean driving record and ability to provide own transportation while on duty required.

Commitment to and knowledge of the philosophy, mission and goals of the agency and standards and regulations governing it.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Homecare experience preferred.

Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, climbing, squatting, kneeling, twisting, sitting, and standing.

The associate will be required to walk up to 2 hours a day, sit for 4 hours a day, and stand for 2 hours a day.

Must be able to life 50 pounds and reach above the shoulders.

The individual must have good eye/hand coordination and fine finger dexterity, including the ability to document legibly.

Must have excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.

The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The primary purpose of this position is to support the licensed staff by giving direct resident care and performing Medication aide, well as, Nurse aide functions.

This includes, but is not limited to administration of medication, as directed, as well as care for the personal needs and comfort of residents under the supervision of a Nurse, and in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, Independence House policy and procedure, Independence House ethical statement and resident rights, subject to the employee handbook.

REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or equivalency Current certification, State of Ohio Nurse Aide Registry Medication Aide certificate Must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

Must have excellent communication skills to perform daily tasks.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to needs of the residents served on his/her neighborhood.

Must demonstrate basic knowledge of the principles related to the aging adult and problems associated with aging.

Possess the ability to assess data reflective of the resident status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each residents needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, sitting, lifting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing.

The associate will be required to lift 50 pounds or more.

This position requires individuals to lift above the shoulder.

This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens (HBV, HIV etc)

Sign On Bonus eligible! PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate total nursing care for residents.

Participates in resident and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in a clinical setting and in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, Birchaven Village policy and procedure, Birchaven Village ethical statement and resident rights.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Uses the nursing process (5 R’s) to collect, asses, plan, implement, and evaluate resident care, under the supervision of an RN, to provide for their unique physical and emotional needs of each resident.

Duty 2: Establishes and maintains communication and utilizes teaching opportunities to provide for the specific learning needs of each resident and their significant other (s).

Duty 3: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to needs of the residents served on his/her neighborhood.

Duty 4: Collaborates with RN and Physician regarding resident condition, orders, treatment plan, and anticipated needs to ensure exceptional resident care.

Duty 5: Demonstrates accountability and leadership in the performance of Nurse Aides to ensure quality of resident care and promotion of team collaboration.

Duty 6: Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Duty 7: Displays service excellence and emulates the standards of behavior as evidenced by practicing the mission, vision, and values of the organization to promote resident satisfaction.

Duty 8: Complies with organizational policies, procedures, and practices to ensure quality job performance and regulatory compliance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Licensed by the Ohio Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse Must be able to work any area of the facility at any time during shift Maximum exposure in regard to universal precautions Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.

Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motions with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and standing.

The associate will be required to walk for up to one hour a day, sit for four to six hours a day and stand for one hour a day.

The individual must be able to lift twenty to fifty pounds and reach work above the shoulders.

The individual must have good eye-hand coordination and fine finger dexterity for simple grasping tasks.

The individual must have excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.

The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)

**$10,000 SIGN ON BONUS, restrictions apply
** PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION Perform therapeutic, diagnostic and monitoring procedures in the clinical respiratory care setting.

Participates in patient and family teaching.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: RCP administers medications and performs duties per policies and procedures while maintaining a high level of service and quality.

Is able to multi-task work in a timely manner and adjusts to busy or stressful situations easily.

Duty 2: RCP trained in the following will institute and assist with emergency measures such as Code Blue.

Proficiency in infant, pediatric and adult ventilator support including CPAP and BiPAP to provide qualified emergency care to patients.

Duty 3: RCP will assess and document patient respiratory status which includes reviewing all orders written by provider, reporting any problems to other members of the health care team and follow with proper documentation and goal setting to provide timely and accurate reporting.

Coordinates with other departments to enhance productivity and customer satisfaction.

Duty 4: RCP will ensure that the use of all equipment and supplies are maintained to provide the economical and safe use thereof.

Duty 5: RCP provides education to staff, patients and family members to have clear communication between Pulmonary Services and other BVHS associates and customers Duty 6: RCP participates in the departmental process of: improvement projects, revising policies / procedures and equipment needs, then assists in implementing the change for the efficient delivery of care.

Duty 7: Follows department line of management, as well as demonstrates good problem solving skills, and seeks guidance as needed.

Demonstrates knowledge to improvise when situations are not normal.

Strives to educate self, regarding new equipment, procedures and protocols.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Graduate of an approved school for respiratory care.

Licensed as a Respiratory Care Professional by the State of Ohio.

RRT credentialed by the NBRC, no exception for those graduating in 2015 or beyond.

Successfully completes ACLS, BCLS, PALS and NRP within 3 months of hire.

Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.

Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience performing EKG’s PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities in walking, sitting, lifting, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting and standing.

The associate must be able to lift 50 pounds or more.

This position requires excellent eye-hand coordination, grasping, pushing, pulling and fine finger manipulation.

The individual must be able to reach work above the shoulder.

The associate must have corrected vision, hearing in the normal range and excellent verbal communication skills.

This position is classified “at risk” for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)

Sign On Bonus Eligible! PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate total nursing care for residents.

Participates in resident and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in a clinical setting and in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, Birchaven Village policy and procedure, Birchaven Village ethical statement and resident rights.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Duty 1: Uses the nursing process (5 R’s) to collect, asses, plan, implement, and evaluate resident care, under the supervision of an RN, to provide for their unique physical and emotional needs of each resident.

Duty 2: Establishes and maintains communication and utilizes teaching opportunities to provide for the specific learning needs of each resident and their significant other (s).

Duty 3: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to needs of the residents served on his/her neighborhood.

Duty 4: Collaborates with RN and Physician regarding resident condition, orders, treatment plan, and anticipated needs to ensure exceptional resident care.

Duty 5: Demonstrates accountability and leadership in the performance of Nurse Aides to ensure quality of resident care and promotion of team collaboration.

Duty 6: Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Duty 7: Displays service excellence and emulates the standards of behavior as evidenced by practicing the mission, vision, and values of the organization to promote resident satisfaction.

Duty 8: Complies with organizational policies, procedures, and practices to ensure quality job performance and regulatory compliance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Licensed by the Ohio Board of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse Must be able to work any area of the facility at any time during shift Maximum exposure in regard to universal precautions Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills required.

Individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on his/her assigned unit/department.

The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.

Must be able to interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the area’s policies and procedures PHYSICAL DEMANDS This position requires a full range of body motions with intermittent walking, lifting, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and standing.

The associate will be required to walk for up to one hour a day, sit for four to six hours a day and stand for one hour a day.

The individual must be able to lift twenty to fifty pounds and reach work above the shoulders.

The individual must have good eye-hand coordination and fine finger dexterity for simple grasping tasks.

The individual must have excellent verbal communication skills to perform daily tasks.

The associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)