Job Description

Job Description

Description

University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center is part of the National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Case Comprehensive Cancer Center at Case Western Reserve University, one of 50 Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the country.

The Nursing Assistant II (NA II) is an entry-level position specifically designed for current nursing students aiming to enrich their preparation for a nursing career. Under the guidance of an experienced nurse, you will acquire valuable hands-on experience by providing safe, efficient, age-specific care to patients and families in order to assist them to attain, maintain, regain, and/or sustain optimal health status.  The role is designed to build upon the experience gained in the classroom and during clinical rotations.

Responsibilities include:

1. Direct patient care delivery (includes ADLs, hygiene measures, select treatments, patient/family education, discharge preparation)

2. Communication and documentation of interventions and observations

3. Participation in quality improvement process

4. Involved in learning and self-improvement

5. Initiates and maintains a positive relationship with patients/customers and coworkers

Current NA II opportunities exist across UH Seidman Cancer Center including:

  Ambulatory Outpatient Float Pool

• Outpatient clinics oversee the management of Oncology patients as they navigate their cancer journey by supporting patients and providers during provider driven clinical visits.

Stem Cell Transplant & Malignant Hematology (SCC 3)

Infusion

• This unit oversees the management and administration of patients receiving intravenous infusions of chemotherapy/immunotherapy and other therapeutic regimes to treat and support patients with both Oncologic and Non-Oncologic conditions.

Acute Oncology Unit (SCC 4)

Surgical Oncology (SCC 5)

Surgical Oncology/MICU Stepdown (SCC 6)

Qualifications

Experience/Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge of nursing process and practice.  Successful completion of a Nursing Fundamentals course required.  

Special Skills, Equipment:  

• Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies (i.e. stethoscope, thermometers, glucometers, and electronic monitoring devices).  Excellent communication skills. 

Education:  

• Current enrollment in an accredited A.D.N. nursing program required.  Current enrollment in a BSN nursing program preferred.  

• In addition to completing the online application form, candidates should upload their unofficial transcripts showing current enrollment in a nursing program. If you do not have an unofficial transcript readily available, you may request one from your academic institution's student portal or registrar's office.

Physical Demands:

Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly 

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