Uc/na/mo

OverviewFrench Hospital Medical Center located in San Luis Obispo California has been named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiac orthopedic and GI services. French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland Forbes and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education resources and support to cancer patients and their families. French Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. To learn more go towww.dignityhealth.org/FrenchHospital.ResponsibilitiesIn keeping with French Hospital Medical Center health care philosophy the Nurse Assistant/Unit Clerk/Monitor Observer observes and recognizes cardiac rhythms and proper operation of monitoring equipment. Notifies Registered Nurse of changes in cardiac rhythm patient status and improperly functioning equipment. Serves as unit receptionist transcribes orders orders tests orders and monitors supply inventory and coordinates unit phone communication. Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or licensed vocational nurse performs assigned care assists patients with activities of daily living provides comfort measures and performs unit support activities such as transporting patients stocking shelves and cleaning work areas. Maintains medical record according to Standard. In addition to listed major responsibilities the Nurse Assistant/Unit Clerk/Monitor Observer may be assigned other duties. Nurse Assistant Unit Clerk Monitor Observers are responsible for completion of unit competency assessments annual Safety Review CPR and renewal of certification (when applicable) by maintaining continuing education units as required by hospital policy.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

Previous nurse assistant unit clerk experience preferred; acute care experience within the last two years preferred. Nurse assistants/unit clerks without acute care experience within the last two years will be considered on an individual basis.

Successful completion of FHMC Monitor Observer exam and of annual Monitor Observer Re-certification exam.

Completion of unit clerk class or equivalent work experience.

CT NA (Certified Nursing Assistant certification - CNA)

Pay Range$23.00 - $28.75 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.