Infection Control Policies

The Tattoo Craze

“Acting on impulse doesn’t always work,” Bills says, who knows from experience. While in the air force, Bills and her companions would go out almost every weekend to get a new tattoo. “It’s not a good idea. Think long and hard before going to a tattoo parlor. Remember that it’s a permanent thing, so it’s a big choice. You don’t want to wind up hating it eventually.” “Don’t just get a butterfly tattoo because you think butterflies are cute,” Bills says. “Incorporate yourself by making the butterfly your birthstone colors. If you’re going to get a tattoo of a bracelet, make it a charm bracelet and put the initials of your children on each charm.” The more meaning the tattoo has to you, the less likely you are to hate it someday. Also, look over the tattoo after-care sheet before getting your tattoo to make sure you’ll be able to comply with all the after-tattooing rules. For example, submerging your tattoo in water is not advised for weeks afterward you first get it. Do you enjoy dips in the pool in summer? If so, you might want to wait until fall to get your tattoo. “Tattoos are great for marking a moment in your life, decorating your body with great artwork or marking the passing of a loved one,” says Bills, who has a tribal heart on the left side of her chest with her deceased grandmother’s initials on it. “They can also turn out to be not-so great, though, if you don’t take time to think it through or don’t go to the right place.” “Acting on impulse doesn’t always work,” Bills says, who knows from experience. While in the air force, Bills and her companions would go out almost every weekend to get a new tattoo. “It’s not a good idea. Think long and hard before going to a tattoo parlor. Remember that it’s a permanent thing, so it’s a big choice. You don’t want to wind up hating it eventually.” “Don’t just get a butterfly tattoo because you think butterflies are cute,” Bills says. “Incorporate yourself by making the butterfly your birthstone colors. If you’re going to get a tattoo of a bracelet, make it a charm bracelet and put the initials of your children on each charm.” The more meaning the tattoo has to you, the less likely you are to hate it someday. Also, look over the tattoo after-care sheet before getting your tattoo to make sure you’ll be able to comply with all the after-tattooing rules. For example, submerging your tattoo in water is not advised for weeks afterward you first get it. Do you enjoy dips in the pool in summer? If so, you might want to wait until fall to get your tattoo. Everyone knows at least one person with a tattoo that they’ve grown to hate over time, whether it’s because they’ve outgrown it, it’s ugly or it makes it even more difficult to get a job in these tough economic times. Don’t become one of those people. Be responsible and put time and thought into your body art so that you’ll continue to love it for the rest of your life.

Maplewood NURSING ASSISTANT JOB - MN, 55106

Requisition Number: JN-11182 Job Title: NURSING ASSISTANT

Site Overview:
St John's Hospital - St. John’s Hospital, located in Maplewood, is the area’s primary healthcare resource. As a Solucient Top 100 hospital, it offers a variety of services for patients at every stage of life. One of its specialty services is HealthEast Cancer Care, which features the HealthEast Genetics Clinic, Breast Care Center, and Prostate Care with the da Vinci Surgical System, a robot-assisted technology.

Department Overview:
MED SURG -CANCER CARE 31 bed unit cares for post surgical, oncology, hospice, renal and DM patients. High value on providing a "Caring Touch" to patients and their families. All private rooms.

Work Location:
St. John's Hospital Contract: Contract

Job Category:
Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide Specific Area of Interest: Nursing Assistant

City:
Maplewood

Shift:
Night
Authorized Hours - Minimum Per Two Weeks: 40
Authorized Hours - Maximum Per Two Weeks:

Work Hours:
Work Hours/Schedule (For Example: 7:00am-3:30pm or Every other weekend) STRAIGHT NOC BLOCK WITH EOW

Primary Function & Major Responsibilities As a member of the interdependent team led by a designated RN, is accountable to perform patient care duties and activities for a group of patients. Demonstrates commitment to the universal guiding principles of the patient care model in order to achieve the HealthEast Nursing Vision. Supports the nursing process to achieve outcome focused patient care. Communicates effectively with patient/family, physicians, the interdependent team and other disciplines regarding the care of the patient. Complies with regulatory requirements, patient safety requirements, infection control practices, and other established practice standards, policies. and procedures Participates in the development and achievement of unit goals (i.e. safety, cost, quality, satisfaction, and engagement). Achieves customer service excellence by understanding the needs of all customers (i.e. patients, families, and physicians).

Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of accredited medical or nursing assistant program or equivalent experience At Bethesda Hospital, must be on the Nursing Assistant Registry at the time of hire. Current Basic Life Support certification.

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