The University of Iowa's Merit Job Line

FOOD WORKER I

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Hillcrest Food Service

Salary: $22,989

Advertising Ends On: 11/23/2009

Job Duties:
Under direct supervision, performs a variety of tasks involved in the preparation and serving of food. Performs related cleaning duties in a large-scale food service marketplace environment. Must be able to stand for long periods of time and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Applicant Credentials are Subject to Verification
Background checks(criminal history, child/dependent adult sexual abuse) will be conducted on final candidates for all positions in UI Hospitals and Clinics. Background checks may also be conducted for other positions.

NURSING ASSISTANT

Sat, 30 Sep 2006 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Nursing Service

Salary: $24,033

Advertising Ends On: Open

Job Duties:

Basic Function and Responsibility: Nursing Assistants are unlicensed staff members who are accountable to, and work under the direct supervision of a professional nurse to implement the delegated aspects of nursing care.

Provide Excellence in Heath Care Value. (Quality, Satisfaction, Cost)

Maintain a well-organized, clean patient care and employee work area. Utilize proper body mechanics and safety measures recognizing potential for patient, staff, or visitor injury and initiate appropriate action to prevent injury. Practice universal precautions with infection controls in accordance with Institutional Policy and have the knowledge and skills to perform preventative nursing measures in high-risk patients.

Provide Excellence in Service as Defined by Customers.

Interact with patients, visitors and other heath care professionals in an effective manner and maintain positive, cooperative relationships. Correctly perform and assist with necessary personal hygiene tasks and activities of daily living. Perform treatments as assigned & delegated. Recognize potential hazards for staff, patients, or visitors and initiate appropriate action to correct the problem.

Support Efforts as Employer of Choice.

Work well with all levels and types of people, welcome divergent ideas, and maximize limited resources. Create and maintain an atmosphere which promotes optimal efficiency. Demonstrate commitment to people and participate in team decision making when appropriate.

Demonstrate Exceptional Accountability for Professional Practice.

Initiate appropriate verbal and written communication in a timely manner regarding assigned patient's status, and have a good understanding of Institutional patient care records and documentation. Use medical terminology and symbols (verbal, written & electronic) to document patient care and progress within their scope of practice. Assist staff during emergencies, within the scope of his/her capabilities. Maintain processes for ordering, obtaining, and securing supplies that is cost effective and meets unit's needs.

General supervision is received from the Nurse Manager, and no supervision is exercised.

Ability to read, write and follow directions.

PSYCHIATRIC NURSING ASSISTANT

Sat, 30 Sep 2006 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Nursing Service

Salary: $24,033

Advertising Ends On: Open

Job Duties:

General Class Description:

With supervision from a Registered Nurse, performs specific nursing tasks to assist members of the nursing team in providing care and monitoring of psychiatric patients.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Establishes therapeutic relationships. Participates in planning patient care appropriate for patient's condition and age. Utilizes therapeutic communication skills. Documents patient behavior in a factual, legible manner and identifies material to report to the registered nurse. Maintains patients safety and security by providing physical care and assistance; follows Standard precautions. Provides supervision of patient during activities. Identifies potential crisis situations, reports to the registered nurse, and intervenes. Transports and/or escorts patients. Provides for a therapeutic environment. Participates in educational offerings. Maintains public relations. Demonstrates behavior expected of a nursing department employee. Performs other projects or tasks as assigned.

Qualifications: Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.

STOREKEEPER I

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Laundry & Linen Services

Salary: $12,016

Advertising Ends On: 11/25/2009

Job Duties:
Under direct supervision, folds, weighs, fills and delivers clean linen. Collects soiled linen. Issues uniforms. Moves heavy carts. Must be able to move 40 - 50 lbs on a regular basis.

STOREKEEPER I

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:12:00 CDT

Department: Food And Nutrition Servic

Salary: $11.51/hr

Advertising Ends On: Applications are being accepted for consideration; however, the position may be filled at any time.

Job Duties:
RECEIVES AND STORES FOOD AND SUPPLIES FROM FOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICES VENDORS. ISSUES, STOCKS, AND MAINTAINS PAR LEVELS FOR SUPPLY IN ALL STORAGE AREAS.