**Responsibilities** Monitors patient telemetry readings continuously and reports abnormal rhythms to the nurse immediately. Provides general clerical support to a specific unit including receptionist duties, transcription, filing and processing of physician orders; and coordination of unit communication with hospital departments as well as the public. Also, provides direct patient care under the supervision of the licensed nursing staff within the scope of practice. Contributes to the safe and efficient operations of nursing service. Essential Functions Communicates effectively and appropriately Contributes to maintenance of clean, safe environment to minimize hazards of infection or injury to patients and/or staff. Obtains basic physical assessment data (vital signs, intake/output, weights etc.) and documents in patient medical record. Provides routine and procedural hygienic needs to patients. Assist in meeting patient’s activity needs to include: elimination, comfort and privacy by responding to patient’s request. Assist with performance of PT needs under the assistance of RN/PT to include range of motion, ambulation, transfers, ADL training for home care. Demonstrates competency in unit protocols for performing EKG’s (if applicable), glucose monitoring, and other competencies based on department discretion. Demonstrates knowledge related to age appropriate behavior of pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics as applicable. Documents or reports care provided, observations, and pertinent information to the nursing services. Assist in prevention of nosocomial infections as evidenced by adherence to infection control policies and procedures. Uses personal protective equipment and complies with all universal precautions, bloodborne pathogens and specific isolations (e.g. contact, airborne, and protective). Completes patient care assignments by the end of the shift or reports status of care to charge nurse. Make rounds on patients hourly. Responds to requests promptly and courteously Attends all mandatory hospital-based in services on time. Assist with orientation of new unit personnel according to unit protocol. Attends 80% of shift meetings, reads and initials all meeting minutes. Completes all core and unit specific competencies on time. Assists in delivering high quality health care services in a professional, compassionate, and courteous manner while respecting the dignity and individuality of each person who comes in contact with the organization by following the standards of excellence, standards of behavior, and the standards of professional appearance and conduct. Maintains rhythm strip reading competencies annually. **Qualifications** Education and Experience: + High School Diploma or GED + 1 year experience in a healthcare setting preferred **Overview** Welcome to Saint Joseph Mount Sterling, a not-for-profit, faith-based hospital founded in 1918. Formerly known as Mary Chiles Hospital, Saint Joseph Mount Sterling serves as a 42-bed community hospital and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ioujd4fnJcY) . Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness (https://www.chisaintjosephhealth.org/library/landing/humankindness) with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. Learn more about CHI Saint Joseph Mount Sterling and its awards and recognitions here: CHI Saint Joseph Mount Sterling (https://www.chisaintjosephhealth.org/chi-saint-joseph-health/hospitals-locations/saint-joseph-mount-sterling) Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians advanced practice clinicians nurses and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2200 care centers serving 24 states. **Pay Range** $16.26 - $22.97 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.