Hearing Screener, PRN
Summary
Performs hearing screens on newborns, educates parents on early intervention, and enters screening data into the KY Child database.
Summary
Job Description:
Hearing Screener, Mother/Baby
Shift: PRN, Days
Job Description:
Performs hearing screens on newborns and provides education to parents pertaining to the relevance of hearing screening and early intervention. Supports the unit as needed.
Competently performs and documents basic care and screening of newborn/infant.
Performs hearing screens on newborns in the parent’s room (unless Conditions do not permit)
Performs outpatient hearing screens when required.
Follows established guidelines for security and identification of infants.
Provides educational information and literature regarding the importance of early intervention and prevention of hearing loss to the parent or guardian.
Enters Hearing Screen data into the KY Child database with accuracy and in a timely manner.
Demonstrates proficiency in computer entry.
Accurately enters Hearing Screen data into the KY Child database and any unit specific databases.
Minimum Education, Experience, Training and Licensures Required:
-High school diploma/GED
BLS [Must obtain within 30 days of hire].
BENEFITS:
-Preventive Plan
-Retirement Plans
-Flimp Decisions - Flimp Decisions will help you pick the best value plan option given your expected medical needs. The proprietary algorithm provides a personalized financial analysis and recommendation, considering both premium and expected out-of-pocket cost (copays, etc.), as well as other important plan features.
Please note: These benefits apply to PRN positions.