Nursing Assistant Salary in Phoenix, AZ

About Phoenix Job Corps Center The Phoenix Job Corps Center provides students with the opportunity to earn their High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED), and hands-on training in the following areas: Certified Nurse Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant, Medical Administration Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Plumbing, Painting, Security and Protective Services, HVAC, Landscaping, Electrical, and Building Construction Technology. About Adams and Associates Adams and Associates is a 100% employee-owned company that is service-focused and outcome-driven. We began as a small business formed in 1990 with the sole mission of operating at-risk youth and children's programs for local, state, and federal governmental agencies. Today, we are one of the largest workforce providers involved in the federal Job Corps program! Adams and Associates employs more than 2,000 staff members across the United States. Each year we provide academic, vocational training, and placement services to approximately 9,000 young people from ages 16 to 24 primarily in a residential setting. Our academic and career technical training programs are accredited and lead to national industry-recognized credentials. Are you a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with a passion for shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals? If your answer is yes, then we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our dynamic team as a Certified Nursing Assistant CTT Instructor at Phoenix Job Corps. Your passion for caregiving and commitment to education can make a lasting impact. As a Certified Nursing Assistant CTT Instructor, you will have a crucial responsibility of training and motivating aspiring healthcare professionals. Your extensive knowledge and dedication towards patient care will help students learn the essential skills required to become compassionate and proficient Certified Nursing Assistants. Responsibilities: Inspire and Educate: Foster a positive and engaging learning environment that ignites students' passion for healthcare. Utilize innovative teaching methods to convey the principles of nursing care, infection control, patient safety, and other essential CNA skills. Hands-On Training: Conduct hands-on practical sessions, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in simulated healthcare settings. Provide constructive feedback and support as students develop their clinical skills and bedside manner. Curriculum Development: Collaborate with the education team to develop and enhance the curriculum, ensuring it aligns with industry standards and prepares students for real-world challenges. Integrate the latest advancements in nursing and healthcare into the instructional materials. Mentorship: Act as a mentor and role model for students, demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism, empathy, and ethical conduct. Guide them in developing strong interpersonal skills, effective communication, and cultural competence. Individualized Support: Recognize and address the diverse needs of students, offering additional support and resources as required. Foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment that encourages personal and professional growth. Collaboration: Work closely with fellow instructors, healthcare professionals, and industry experts to stay abreast of industry trends and ensure the program's continued success. Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance your own skills and knowledge. Benefits Include: Competitive wages 10 paid holidays a year Generous vacation and sick time accruals Voluntary benefits offered through VOYA Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and/or Dependent care FSA 401k with employer matching Employee Stock Ownership after one year of service Employer paid STD/LTD, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Will Preparation, Travel Assistance, and Identity Theft ($0 cost to employees) Robust Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Program that include free and discounted services in addition to monetary incentives for making healthy decisions Discounted lunch and dinner for $2.50 per employee, per meal Gym and weight room are available for use when students are not utilizing these areas. QualificationsCurrent AZ RN License (good standing) required. Minimum 2 years or direct nursing experience with a minimum 1 year provided in a long-term care facility. Must meet (1) one of the following requirements: • Successful completion of a three (3) semester credit course on adult teaching and learning concepts offered an accredited post-secondary educational institution; OR • Completion of a 40-hours continuing education program in adult teaching and learning concepts that was awarded continuing education credit by an accredited organization; OR • One year of full-time or 1500 hours experience teaching adults as a faculty member or clinical education; OR • One year of full time or 1500 hours experience supervising nursing assistants, either in addition to or concurrent with the one year of long-term care experience required "Adams and Associates, Inc. abides by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability." This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Support and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities

Silverwood Post Acute is looking for a Maintenance Assistant to join the incredible team.We're a skilled nursing facility looking for dynamic associates to join our team and provide our guests with a care experience that will change their lives! If you would like provide a unique and memorable experience to our guests, we want to meet you! We are looking for great full time Maintenance Assistants.Job Duties:daily maintenance services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living areasCOMPETETIVE PAYFLEXIBLE SCHEDULINGExperience preferred:HVAC/Plumbing PreferredCOMPETITIVE PAY; Health, Vision, Dental benefits, 401K, etc available.We will text you to schedule an interview!Weekend availability

Why work at Ridgecrest Post-Acute?Ridgecrest Post Acute is a 5-star facility located in Phoenix, Arizona. We are your choice for 24-Hour Skilled Nursing, Behavioral Health Services, Long-Term Care, and Short-Term Rehabilitation in Maricopa County.Duties and Responsibilities:Implement and execute established patient treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.Communicate with patience, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.Provide timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.Develop and enhance clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional association.Provide timely written documentation as required.Support and participate in department operations and development.Report any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.Prepare and submit patient charges accurately to access appropriate billing information.Coordinate treatment goals with other team members.Requirements and Qualifications:Associate's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) or the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (AOTE) certified school.

Why work at Silverwood Post Acute?Silverwood is a senior living provider in Phoenix, Arizona that offers residents Assisted Living and Nursing HomesDuties and Responsibilities:Implement and execute established patient treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist.Communicate with patience, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team.Provide timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.Develop and enhance clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional association.Provide timely written documentation as required.Support and participate in department operations and development.Report any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.Prepare and submit patient charges accurately to access appropriate billing information.Coordinate treatment goals with other team members.Requirements and Qualifications:Associate's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) or the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (AOTE) certified school.

The primary responsibility of your job position is to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility during your tour of duty. Such supervision must be accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the facility and may be required by the Director of Nursing (DON)and or/Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) when applicable, to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Administrative Functions • Assist the Director of Nursing Services in directing the day-to-day functions of the nursing activities in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility. • Participate in developing, maintaining, and updating written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department. • Ensure that reference material (i.e., PDR'S, regulations, professional standards of practice, etc.) maintained at the nurses' stations is current. Recommend written material that will assist the nursing service department in meeting the day-to-day needs of the resident. • Ensure that the Nursing Service Procedures Manual is current and reflects the day-to-day nursing procedures performed in this facility. • Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with the procedures set forth in the Nursing Service Procedures Manual. • Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Director as necessary/required, concerning the operation of the nursing service department. • Periodically review the department's policies, procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc. Make recommendations for revisions to the Director. • Assist in developing methods for coordinating nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents' total regimen of care. • Ensure that all nursing service personnel are in compliance with their respective job descriptions. • Participate in the development, maintenance and implementation of the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing service department. • Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies as requested by the Administrator or Director of Nursing Services. • Periodically review the resident's written discharge plan. Participate in the updating of the resident's written discharge plan as required. • Assist the Director in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan as necessary. • Meet with the nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the department's services, programs, and activities. • Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required. • Complete accident/incident reports as necessary. • Interpret the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as required. • Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary. • Agree not to disclose assigned user ID code and password for accessing resident/facility information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator. • Agree not to disclose resident's protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator. • Report any known or suspected unauthorized attempt to access facility's information system. Committee Functions • Attend various committee meetings of the facility (i.e., Infection Control, Policy Advisory, Pharmaceutical, Quality Assessment, etc.) as required. • Assist in preparing written and/or oral reports of the nursing service programs and activities to submit to such committee(s) as directed. • Provide information to the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee as requested. • Participate in developing the agenda for the Care Plan Committee meetings as necessary. • Participate in regularly scheduled reviews of the discharge plans and make such plans available to the Care Plan Committee as required or as may be necessary. • Implement recommendations from established committees as instructed by the Director. Personnel Functions • Ensure that a sufficient number of licensed practical and/or registered nurses are available for your tour of duty to ensure that quality care is maintained. • Ensure that a sufficient number of certified nursing assistants are available for your tour of duty to ensure that routine nursing care is provided to meet the daily nursing care needs of each resident. • Develop work assignments, and/or assist in completing and performing such tasks. • Delegate to each Charge Nurse the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to perform his/her assigned duties. • Ensure that all nursing assistants are enrolled in or have graduated from an approved nursing assistant training program. • Ensure that all nurse aide trainees are under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. • Make daily rounds of the nursing service department to ensure that all nursing service personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report findings to the Director. • Monitor absenteeism to ensure that an adequate number of nursing care personnel are on duty at all times. Report problem areas to the Director. • Ensure that established policies and procedures, including dress codes, are followed by all departmental personnel. • Review complaints and grievances made or filed by department personnel. Make appropriate reports to the Director as required or as may be necessary. • Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to ensure that nursing services and activities can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the residents. • Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit and shift. • Meet with your shift on a regularly scheduled basis to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas and/or to assist in the improvement of services. • Review and evaluate your department's work force and make recommendations to the Director. • Participate in employee performance evaluations, determining your shift's staffing requirements, and making recommendations to the Director concerning employee dismissals, transfers, etc. • Ensure that departmental disciplinary action is administered fairly and without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, religion, handicap, or marital status. • Report occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and hazardous chemicals in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures governing accidents and incidents. • Report known or suspected incidents of fraud to the Administrator. • Ensure that departmental computer workstations left unattended are properly logged off or the password protected automatic screen-saver activates within established facility policy guidelines. Nursing Care Functions • Inform nursing service personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc. • Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions. • Greet newly admitted residents upon admission. Escort them to their rooms as necessary • Make rounds with physicians as necessary. • Encourage attending physicians to record and sign progress notes, physicians' orders, etc., on a timely basis and in accordance with current regulations. • Inform the Director when physician visits are not made in a timely manner. • Consult with the resident, his/her family, and the resident's physician in planning the resident's care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc., as necessary. • Notify the resident's attending physician and next-of-kin when there is a change in the resident's condition. • Visit residents on a daily basis in order to observe and evaluate each resident's physical and emotional status. • Ensure that direct nursing care be provided by a licensed nurse, a certified nursing assistant, and/or a nurse aide trainee qualified to perform the procedure. • Review nurses' notes to ensure that they are informative and descriptive of the nursing care being provided, that they reflect the resident's response to the care, and that such care is provided in accordance with the resident's wishes. • Provide direct nursing care as necessary. • Start IVs, obtain sputum, urine and other specimens for lab tests as ordered. • Take TPRs, blood pressures, etc., as necessary. • Admit, transfer and discharge residents as necessary. • Report problem areas to the Director. Assist in developing and implementing corrective action. • Keep the Director informed of the status of residents and other related matters through written/oral reports. • Assist the Charge Nurse in monitoring seriously ill residents. • Authorize the use of restraints when necessary and in accordance with our facilities policies and procedures. • Ensure that all RNs and LPNs on your shift comply with written procedures for the administration, storage, and control of medications and supplies. • Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that medications are being administered as ordered and that treatments are provided as scheduled. • Review medication cards for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of physician orders, and adherence to stop order policies. • Inspect the nursing service treatment areas daily to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and safe manner. • Ensure that residents who are unable to call for help are checked frequently. • Meet with residents, and/or family members, as necessary. Report problems to the Director. • Assist in arranging transportation for discharged residents as necessary. • Inform family members of the death of the resident. • Call funeral homes when requested by the family. Staff Development • Participate in developing, planning, conducting, and scheduling in-service training classes that provide instructions on "how to do the job," and ensure a well-educated nursing service department. • Assist the In-service Director/Educator in developing annual facility in-service training programs (e.g., OSHA, TB, HIPAA, Abuse Prevention, Safety, Infection Control, etc.). • Assist the Director in planning clinical supervision for nurse aide trainees. • Attend and participate in continuing education programs designed to keep you abreast of changes in your profession, as well as to maintain your license on a current status. Safety and Sanitation • Assist the Safety Officer in developing safety standards for the nursing service department as necessary. • Assist the Director and/or Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and jobrelated functions to ensure that tasks in which there is potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded. • Ensure that all personnel performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood/body fluids participate in appropriate in-service training programs prior to performing such tasks. • Ensure that an adequate supply of personal protective equipment is on hand and readily available to personnel who perform procedures that involve exposure to blood or body fluids. • Ensure that personnel follow established procedures for the use and disposal of personal protective equipment. • Monitor your shift's personnel to ensure that they are following established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies. • Ensure that all nursing service personnel comply with established departmental policies and procedures. • Ensure that nursing service work areas (i.e., nurses' stations, medicine preparation rooms, etc.) are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. • Ensure that all resident care rooms, treatment areas, etc., are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner. • Ensure that nursing service personnel follow established handwashing and hand hygiene procedures. • Ensure that nursing service personnel participate in and conduct all fire safety and disaster preparedness drills in a safe and professional manner. • Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the infection control program for monitoring communicable and/or infectious diseases among the residents and personnel. • Ensure that nursing service personnel follow established infection control procedures when isolation precautions become necessary. • Participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of the procedures for reporting hazardous conditions or equipment. • Ensure that all personnel wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving residents. • Report missing/illegible labels and MSDSs to the safety officer or other designated person. Equipment and Supply Functions • Recommend to the Director the equipment and supply needs of the department. • Ensure that an adequate stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained on premises at all times to meet the needs of the resident. • Assist the Maintenance Director in developing a preventive maintenance program for maintaining the nursing service department's equipment and supplies in a safe and operable manner. • Participate in the development and implementation of the procedures for the safe operation of all nursing service equipment. • Ensure that only trained and authorized personnel operate the nursing service department's equipment. • Ensure that all personnel operate nursing service equipment in a safe manner. • Monitor nursing procedures to ensure that nursing service supplies are used in an efficient manner to avoid waste. • Ensure that appropriate MSDSs are on file for hazardous chemicals used in the nursing service department. Care Plan and Assessment Functions • Participate in the development of written preliminary and comprehensive assessments of the nursing needs of each resident as necessary. • Participate in the development of a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident, indicates the care to be given, goals to be accomplished, and which professional service is responsible for each element of care. • Encourage the resident to participate in the development and review of his/her care plan. • Review resident care plans for appropriate resident goals, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs. • Ensure that all personnel involved in providing care to the resident are aware of the resident's care plan. Ensure that nursing personnel refer to the resident's care plan prior to administering daily care to the resident. • Review nurses' notes to determine if the care plan is being followed. • Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of RAPs and Triggers. • Review resident's medical and nursing treatments to ensure that they are provided in accordance with the resident's care plan and wishes.

Summary & Objective Below is a summary and overall objectives of the job. This section describes the primary purpose of the position. Under the direct supervision of a Physician, Certified Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, and/or Registered Nurse (Qualified Healthcare Providers) provides delegated patient care activities and treatments in a customer-focused manner. Reports observations and patient care data to the Physician, Certified Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, and/or Registered Nurse. Essential Functions Below is a list of the essential functions of the job truly necessary or required to perform the job, other duties as assigned may be required. Provide assistance to Qualified Healthcare Providers within their scope of practice. Responsible for rooming patients and obtaining and recording vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure), weight and height and updating allergies and medications in EMR. Follows Infection Control policies and procedures. Demonstrates the knowledge and expertise necessary to uphold standards of decontamination and sterilization of instrumentation and equipment and is responsible for cleaning and sterilizing instruments throughout the clinic day. Responsible for cleaning exam rooms, pre-procedure, procedure and post- procedure areas throughout the clinic day and completing the end of day checklist. Collects specimens for all necessary testing as directed by the provider. Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients, family members, visitors, and members of the health care team. Responsible for documents and forwarding patient medical concerns received by in person or by telephone message. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to program, maintain and troubleshoot complex equipment such as autoclaves and vitals. Participates in ongoing CQI monitoring and data collection. Identifies areas for improvement and makes suggestions for innovative solutions. Willingly cross-trains to other departments and performs other duties as needed. Education The following formal education is required and/or preferred for the job. Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred: Certificate from College or Technical School Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Below is the list of required and/or preferred certificates, license and registrations for the job. Required: Certificate of completion from MA school. CPR certification Preferred: LPN, LVN, EMT, Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant or Certificate of Completion from an accredited Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant School. Experience & Skills Below is the list of required and/or preferred experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities for the job. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong supervisory and leadership skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Computer and EMR expertise Able to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations Supervisory Responsibility: N/A Work Environment Below is a description of working conditions and the working environment such as the noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is routinely required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Physical Demands Below is a list of the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting, driving, general office activities, manual dexterity, and vision and the number of hours required to perform the task. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching Must be able to lift up to 25-50 pounds at times. Please note, this job description does not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Receive and follow schedule/instructions from your supervisor and as outlined in our established policies and procedures.• Assist in interviewing residents/guardians/sponsors and obtaining required admission information and signatures.• Assist in the resident admission orientation program in accordance with our established policies and procedures.• Admit and prepare identification records for residents in accordance with established policies and procedures.• Maintain an accurate record of available beds. • Admit, transfer, and discharge residents in accordance with established policies and procedures.• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-department personnel, as well as other departments within the facility.• Provide residents with admission information packet (e.g., resident rights, notice of privacy practices, admissions contract, etc.). Review as necessary.• Obtain the resident/guardian's signature on all required permits, releases, authorizations, etc.• Maintain a current listing of all residents and assigned room numbers. Provide copies of such listing to nursing service, management, government agencies and personnel, etc., as necessary and in accordance with our privacy rules.• Notify nursing service when the resident has arrived at the facility to assure that a member of the nursing staff escorts the resident to his/her assigned room.• Assume the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability of performing the assigned duties of the admitting coordinator.• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.• Ensure resident's valuables are inventoried and deposited or a "Release from Responsibility" form is signed in accordance with established policies and procedures.Schedule:Friday-Monday4 x 10 hour shifts

Assist the Social Service Director/Consultant in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing of the social service programs of this facility. Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social services, as directed Assist in the development, administering, and coordinating of department policies and procedures. Review department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes. Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures for identifying the medically related social and emotional needs of the resident. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Assist residents in achieving the highest practicable level of self care, independence and well being. Assist with providing medically related social services so that the highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well being of each resident is attained or maintained. Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director. Provide information to residents/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident. Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident through the development of social service programs. Record and maintain regular Social Service progress notes indicating response to the treatment plan and/or adjustment to institutional life. Coordinate social service activities with other departments as necessary. Work with emotional problems including assisting resident/family with anxieties and stress caused by illness and admission to the facility, difficulties in coping with residual physical disabilities, fears related to helplessness and death, and the need for institutional and specialized care. Evaluate social and family information and assist in determining plan for social treatment. Meet with department personnel, on a regularly scheduled basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services Assist in obtaining resources from community social, health and welfare agencies to meet the needs of the resident. Assist in making outpatient appointments as ordered and schedule on site ancillary patient services to include optometry, podiatry, dentistry and psychiatric services. Assists in discharge planning with appropriate agencies, entities or individuals to include agency services, equipment and agency referrals. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with other departments within the facility, and outside community health, welfare and social agencies, to assure that social service programs can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the residents. Assist in the development of and participate in regularly scheduled orientation and in service training programs in relation to the social, emotional and medical needs of the residents. Assist in the development of the department's budget. Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc. Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information. Supervisory Requirements This position has no supervisor responsibilities Qualification Education and/or Experience Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required. Prior health care experience preferred Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees. Mathematical Skills Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and talk, read or hear. Frequent use of all office related equipment to include; copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is typically low to moderate. Additional Information Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

The Orthopedic Surgery Center of Arizona has an immediate need for a full time OR Assistant to join the team!Job Summary:Provides direct patient care by assisting patients with applying patient monitors in the operating room and assisting with the setup and takedown of surgical procedures. Assists in the turnover process in the operating room. Develops a system for the stocking of operating rooms and helping to get supplies, instruments, and equipment throughout the day. May also assist Materials Manager with stocking of supplies. Demonstrates the primary goal of efficiently providing surgical and/or procedural services that exceed customer expectations and improve clinical and financial operationsEssential Job Duties and Responsibilities:Knows and adheres to policies of the Center and demonstrates fiscal responsibility.Follows standards, policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for peri-operative nursing care according to accepted standardsKnows and adheres to Universal ProtocolMaintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge in aseptic technique.Demonstrates ability to understand the unique needs of each age group of the patient population.Follows OSHA and other standards for protection against blood borne pathogens.Seeks involvement in activities that promote professional growth and behavior.Uses good body mechanics and aseptic technique.Remains calm and functions as a team member during times of stress and crisis situations.Informs Manager of applicable day-to-day situations.Follows employee health and other personnel and staffing policies.Required Skills:High school graduate or equivalent.Current CPR or BLS. CNA, MA or other certifications preferred.Demonstrates necessary clinical competency.USPI complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

WHO WE ARE Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is a rapidly growing emergency company with hospital locations across the United States. Our mission is helping people and their pets when they need it most. We are revolutionizing emergency medicine with a "customer first" mentality and a true, employee-centric work environment. TALENT + CULTURE AT VEG At VEG, we want people and their pets to feel safe, secure, and valued; we want our employees to feel the same way. What we're aiming to achieve on the customer side is equivalent in nature to what we want for our employees: to have the best experience possible. With the highest NPS score in our industry, we're ready to ensure that VEG remains the place where the best and brightest in the emergency world not only want to work, but stay and grow. For our customers and their pets, we strive to find a way to say, "yes." We do the same and more for our teams. In fact, VEG is one of this year's nominees for INC Magazine's Best Places to Work!WHO WE NEED You are passionate and motivated. You value learning and are a team player that is honest and respectful to your peers. You love what you do. You love working with animals and people. You are comfortable adapting to new scenarios, willing to learn new techniques, and think outside the box. You have excellent interpersonal capabilities across a diverse group. You're happy to pitch in wherever and whenever you are needed, with a positive attitude. You demonstrate the ability to accomplish assigned tasks for all areas involved, knowing when to ask for assistance. You display excellent communication skills with your peers, customers, and team.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO Treat each patient and customer with the highest level of compassion & care. Perform basic to intermediate nursing care tasks, patient monitoring, and treatments. Use understanding of common diseases and conditions, physical assessment, and monitoring parameters to accurately triage incoming patients. Administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications and understand potential adverse effects of medications. Set-up, monitor, and administer intravenous fluid therapy including constant rate infusions and blood transfusion therapy. Contribute as a team member to incoming outpatient care and ongoing inpatient care. Participate in giving and receiving patient rounds to ensure continuity of care. Be trained to properly perform all aspects of CPR as a RECOVER Certified Rescuer. Collect samples and perform diagnostic tests including in-house & point-of-care tests and diagnostic imaging. Assist in setting-up, performing, monitoring sedation and surgical anesthesia with LVT or DVM supervision. Perform nursing care tasks such as placing and maintaining urinary catheters and nasal oxygen tubes, and Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot oxygen cages and other oxygen administration techniques. Work alongside veterinary nurses as a vital member of the nursing care team. Obtain additional training along guided growth pathways offering roles in addition to direct nursing care such as veterinary technician credentialing, trainer role, community outreach, and leadership. Veterinary Assistants can additionally (where permitted by law): Administer, monitor, and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with varied levels of risk. Perform advanced vascular access techniques including jugular catheter placement, sampling line placement, central line placement, intraosseous catheterization, and arterial catheterization. Perform advanced diagnostic techniques including ultrasonography and paracentesis, Participate in formulating treatment, anesthetic, and nursing care plans. Obtain additional training along guided growth pathways offering roles in addition to direct nursing care such as a trainer role, coordination of care, community outreach, and leadership. WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE US Because emergency is all we do, so we do it best! We also offer: Industry-leading compensation We build our hospitals from scratch. You'll be using all of the latest equipment and technology. Generous employee pet discount Referral rewards - tell your friends why they should come work for VEG too! Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance 401K w/ company match Paid parental leave - up to 10 weeks of paid leave at 100% of regular salary Unlimited Continuing Education opportunities - we want to help you grow in your career! Flexible work schedules for a true work-life balance Growth potential Groceries sent to the hospitals weekly for the staff to enjoy, monthly and quarterly contests, quarterly hospital outings, company-wide retreats, etc! Lastly, because while our work is serious, we believe that it should also be fun! VEG celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. You've found the equal opportunity employer you are looking for. We can't wait to meet you!