Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization.  As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed minimum pay reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Minimum Pay:

Position Overview

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:Less than one year work experience

Other Credentials:AHA Heartsaver AED. Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period

Knowledge and Skills:Ability to apply common sense. Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

Special Training:

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:

Usual Work Day:8 Hours  

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Breaks down and cleans the hemodialysis machines according to policies and procedures. Disinfects beds/chairs, bedside tables and treatment area counters according to policies and procedures. Makes beds/chairs accordingly to policies and procedures. Completes set ups efficiently for the next shift of patients.
• Maintains acceptable levels of dialysate in storage tanks by checking daily.
• Maintains all par levels for laboratory, bicarbonate powder, dietary supplies, syringes and supplies that are not supplied by Central Supply or Receiving Departments. Maintains 5 bicarbonate jugs throughout the day.
• Restocks accurately unit supplies; linens, foam care and prevacare dispensers, nurse station drawers and closets, bleach, vinegar and all stations emergency equipment. Completes the Dialysis Assistant Duties Checklist accurately daily.
• Follows instructions closely and reports patients complaints and pertinent observations to the nurse accurately and on a timely basis.
• Handles and serves patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort. Transports and sets up oxygen in patient room/station under the direct supervision of a professional nurse. Aids and/or feeds patients with meals efficiently.
• Monitors patients to provide a safe environment.
• Applies pressure to needlestick sites after treatments until bleeding subsides following universal precautions and strict hand washing techniques.
• Monitors activities to identify necessary equipment and unit repairs.
• Displays a willingness to adapt to changing department demands.
• Monitors the cleanliness of the patient's waiting area. Cleans the bicarbonate room, water ports and nurses station sinks. Empties, disinfects and rinses bicarbonate jugs and priming buckets after each use.
• Monitors all eye wash stations, weekly.
• Demonstrates reliability through attendance and punctuality.
• Monitors refrigerator logs, daily and communicates timely out of range findings to the charge nurse.
• Maintains and operates the Bicarbonate and Distribution System.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Taste or Smell

Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 50 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Very Accurate 20/40, Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Extreme Temperatures , Radiation , Uneven Surfaces or Elevations , Extreme Noise Levels , Dust/Particulate Matter

Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical.  Capital Health will require all applicants to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.

For benefit eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, we provide a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, robust PTO plan, overtime to eligible roles, and other benefits, including "elective" benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.

The pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity.  Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare.  Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.