Hours: 40

Shift: Days

Department: MM7

Location: Baystate Medical Center

Every other weekend and holiday required

CPR-American Heart Association BLS required

*A resume is required to fully determine experience*

Summary: 

Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager. Under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse transports patients to tests and procedures, responds to code blue calls within the area of responsibility to assist as directed, responsible for maintaining equipment and contributes to the overall orderliness and cleanliness of the unit and/or hospital. Ambulates patients. May perform the constant companion role. This description covers the essential functions of the position.

Department Summary: MassMutual 7 – Cardiac Heart Failure Inpatient Unit

The Heart Failure Unit has 32 private rooms and provides a full array of services for patients diagnosed with congestive heart failure (CHF) to include the medical management of the advanced heart failure patients as well as pre and post care for cardiac catheterization, ablation, pacer placement, cardioversion and TAVR (Transcatheter aortic valve replacement). Baystate Medical Center now uses CardioMEMS, a new technology that reduces hospitalizations and improves quality of life for heart failure patients. 

• Baystate’s Regional Heart Attack Program is known nationally for delivering life-saving care. During a heart attack, every minute counts. We can unblock your artery up to 25 minutes sooner than the national standard. In fact, Baystate is in the top 10% of hospitals nationwide when it comes to this life-saving treatment.
• Baystate Medical Center is the only hospital in our area that can stop a heart attack instantly by unblocking an artery. And we can do this procedure 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• Baystate Medical Center’s experts perform more than 80% of all cardiac surgeries in western Massachusetts. When it comes to heart surgery, we are one of the top three highest-volume medical centers in Massachusetts.

Job Responsibilities: 

1) On a daily basis, accounts for all unit equipment which is to be in working clean condition to include Dyna Maps, Pulse Oximeters, TABS monitors, Mobile Computer Carts, Bladder Scanner and C-90 tablets. handles routine changing/replacement of equipment parts within scope of responsibility. Checks inspection sticker each time equipment is cleaned and return to Clinical Engineering if inspection is due. Removes and red tags equipment requiring repair. Remove and clean equipment after patient use. Maintains order in storage areas.

2) Makes morning rounds with all unit RN's to assess the need for stretchers, wheel chairs, MRI tables and other assistive devices for patient transport needs. Makes hourly rounds to ensure that the unit environment is orderly.

3) Communicates with unit staff to assess for patients that need out of bed assistance for ambulation around the unit. Obtain chairs as appropriate for out of bed activity.

4) Assists with unit transportation needs to include on/off stretchers for patients arriving/leaving unit. Assists with morgue transport.

5) Relieves intermittent observers and constant companions as requested by the charge nurse.

6) Assembles orthopedic equipment as required.

7) Complete daily standing weights on patients. Reports weight to PCT or RN to put in CIS.

8) Provides for patient comfort and safety - Assists patients with ambulation and positioning under direction of RN.

9) Participates in unit/team projects as requested and communicates effectively with team and patients. Clearly communicates information related to patient to RN.

10) Observes all health and safety requirements including body substances precautions.

11) Demonstrates competency for one-to-one observation of patient based on department and unit specific needs.

Required Work Experience: 

1) Demonstrated competency in basic English literacy and mathematics

Preferred Work Experience: 

1) Prior customer service experience preferred

2)  Prior hospital experience and patient contact preferred

Skills and Competencies: 

1) Must have demonstrated competency in simple mathematics, reading, writing, following instructions and checking of patient records and forms

We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!

• Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
• Continuing education support and reimbursement
• First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
• Farm Share Memberships
• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service 
• Free money coach advice from a certified professional
• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
• Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
• Life insurance 
• Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment,  personal trainer, massage and so much more! 
• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY

We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

Education:

GED or HiSET (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer