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Unit/location: Clinical Partner - SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
Schedule: 7pm - 7am – 3 -12-hour shifts (every 3rd weekend rotation as well as a holiday rotation. We also do require some Monday/Friday shifts. Schedules are variable and we do self-scheduling, though it can be adjusted at manager’s discretion to cover staffing needs)
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Job Summary:
Under supervision and in collaboration with other health care professionals, assist in performing a variety of nursing care services for patients.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Receives patient care assignment from the registered nurse (RN) in charge. Initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing activities for specific patient age group served.
- Collects and documents data for the admission assessment, reassessment and/or scheduling appointments or surgeries at specific times for patient population. May document and provide appropriate data to the RN and/or LPN for analysis and validation of patient’s response to care or treatment and when significant change occurs in the patient’s condition.
- Informs licensed nurse of any changes in patient condition/needs, of patient complaints, and of patient/significant other educational needs.
- Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment in keeping with patient care needs and cost containment. Utilizes time and supplies economically and conscientiously.
- Assists with delegated clerical duties such as answering telephones, relaying messages, transcription of physician orders, preparing and organizing the patient's medical record.
- In an inpatient environment, responsibilities may also include the following: answers patients’ calls for help, takes their vital signs, and monitors their behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration. Assists with baths, ambulating, feeding, skin care, personal and oral hygiene and making occupied and unoccupied beds. Performs dressing changes, enemas, ostomy care, toileting, turning, cough and deep breathing, catheter care, collection of biological specimens, measuring and recording intake and output of fluids.
- In an inpatient environment, prepares patients for discharge and accompanies them upon dismissal as indicated. Orients new patients and significant others to the nursing unit.
- In an outpatient environment, manages referrals for medical and surgical specialist appointments. Provides assistance in patient care to patients three years of age or older.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- May perform point of care testing according to policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Completion of a state approved unlicensed assist personnel program (UAP) or meets the exempted UAP guidelines (documented proof required) or enrolled in UAP through SSM Health upon hire or if hired in Oklahoma/Wisconsin, completion of the Clinical Partner I orientation checklist during 90 day orientation/probationary period.
EXPERIENCE
- No experience required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant standing and walking.
- Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
- Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry.
- Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
- Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Occasional lifting/moving patients.
- Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
- Occasional driving.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
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Night Shift (United States of America)Job Type:
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Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
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Skills Required
- Completion of a state-approved Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) program or meet exempted UAP guidelines, or enrollment in UAP through SSM Health upon hire (or completion of Clinical Partner I orientation in OK/WI).
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Ability to perform physical job demands including prolonged standing/walking, lifting up to 25-50 lbs occasionally, and night shift availability (36 hours/week, 12-hour nights).
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options and pharmacy programs, including steep copay discounts at SSM Health Pharmacies and routine vaccines at no cost, are emphasized. These design elements indicate robust core coverage that can anchor overall value.
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Retirement Support — A 403(b)/401(k) with employer match plus a fixed annual employer contribution, auto-enrollment, and a year-end match true-up are featured. This structure provides clear support for long-term savings for eligible employees.
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Affordable Benefits — Income-based premium discounts, zero-cost prescriptions for qualifying households, and pharmacy copay reductions can lower out-of-pocket costs when using in-network resources. On-demand pay (DailyPay) also aids near-term affordability for eligible roles.
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