Responsibilities

Job Summary:

Assists in nursing care by performance of routine and delegated duties according to the standards.  Has a knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of the patient throughout their life span. Provides clerical services to the nursing unit.  Serves as a liaison for the nurse and patient in interdepartmental communications.  Functions in public relations role as receptionist.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status.  Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department.

Responsibilities, Expectations & Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of CMH’s mission, vision, and core values to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote CMH’s values
• Maintain confidentiality
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations and standards associated with, but not limited to CMS, and OSHA.
• Facilitates and maintains effective communications with nursing and medical staff, other departments, visitors and patients using AIDET principles.