Lead Unit Support Associate at Wellstar Health Systems in Austell, Georgia

Job Description:

Overview

The Lead Unit Support Associate is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses - are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association.

• Schedule:Part Time
• Shift: Day Shift
• Level: 6+ years of experience
  

Success Profile
Find out what it takes to succeed as a Lead Unit Support Associate:

• Collaborative
• Time Efficient
• Organized
• Critical Thinker
• Attention to Detail
• Compassionate

Benefits that Reflect Your Contributions

• Your Pay
  A compensation program designed for fair and equitable pay.
  
• Your Future
  Secure your future with plans that also include an employer match. Plans and guidance for the future.
  
• Your Wellness
  Traditional healthcare benefits combined with progressive wellness programs to help you be your best self!.
  
• Your Joy
  Special and unique benefits and programs ensuring a balanced life and a workplace culture built on trust.
  

Job Details


Facility: Cobb Hospital




This role is onsite at our cobb hospital and is part time days.




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Job Summary:



The Lead Unit Support Associate is responsible for the performance of duties which relate to and support Centralized Transport Services. The Lead Unit Support Associate functions under the direction of the Manager/Supervisor, Centralized Transportation and serves as a team leader for the Unit Support Associates. The Lead Unit Support Associate is responsible for assuring that the Centralized Transport department operations adhere to approved standards, staff scheduling, and assisting in other activities as directed. The Lead Unit Support Associate is able to perform core job functions as identified in the skills checklist with minimal supervision.



Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:



Oversees USA staff and provides ancillary support to all Modalities within Kennestone Hospital Promotes team spirit and positive work environment Supports fiscal accountability (cost containment) for human and material resources Completes USA staffing schedule Prioritizes duties and assigns staff to accommodate workload Supports performance improvement initiatives designed to promote quality care Strives to make the WellStar Standards of Gold part of daily work activity Assumes responsibility for other duties as assigned Maintains CPR Certification Assists with supply inventory Transports patient safely and in a timely manner Properly identifies patient verbally and via wristband Uses supplies judiciously in a cost-effective manner Assist other Unit Support Associates with safe and professional of patients throughout the hospital Assists with positioning as directed by practitioners Ensure that adequate transport staff is designated during shift changes


Required Minimum Education:


High school diploma Required or
GED Required



Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):



Basic Life Support 2.00 Required
BLS - Instructor 2.00 Required
BLS - Provisional 2.00 Required



Additional Licenses and Certifications:




Required Minimum Experience:



Previous hospital or patient transport experience Preferred



Required Minimum Skills:



Must be able to effectively communicate and understand verbal and written English language.
Must be able to communicate effectively in a courteous, professional and tactful manner.
Basic keyboarding skills required.



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Mission, Vision & Values
At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients' and team members' expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.



Our Mission
To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.



Our Vision
Deliver worldclass health care to every person, every time.



Our Values

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  We serve with compassion
  
  
  
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  We pursue excellence
  
  
  
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  We honor every voice
  
  
  

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