Advanced Care Partner (ACP) - Cardiology/Medicine Unit (CARDS) (CMU)

• Unit: Cardiology/Medicine Unit (CARDS)


• PRN/Per Diem


• No guaranteed hours; ACP Program criteria stipulates that any ACP must be able to work at least one 12-hour shift (day, nights, or weekends, as needed by unit) per week, 24 hours per (bi-weekly) pay-period, consistently until BSN graduation.


• Flexible schedule; Combination of Days/Nights/Weekends/Holidays

Summary – Advanced Care Partner (ACP)

• Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities.

Responsibilities:

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including but not limited to, monitoring vital signs, taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.


• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to, bathing, grooming and eating.



• Assists with keeping unit(s) and patient rooms stocked, clean, and orderly.




• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.




• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.