Job Description
- Performs basic patient monitoring activities under the supervision of an assigned Nurse.
- Observes the patient’s activity and behavior and communicates on a regular basis to the Nurse in charge or a Technician.
- Assists charge Nurse with the accurate measurement and reporting of intake and output.
- Accompanies patients to medical procedures and tests and maintains observation of the patient during the procedures and tests.
- Assists patient’s with activities of daily living (ADL’s)
- Responds to changing patients'/unit's needs. During a patient or environmental emergency, may serve as a runner or may transport patients as directed.
- Provides comfort, safety, and satisfaction for patient.
- Performs patient care tasks related to activities of daily living, such as feeding, hair, skin, and oral care.
- Assists with bathing, linen changes and repositioning, as directed by the Nurse in charge.
- Keeps the assigned patient as the primary responsibility at all times. Never leaves the patient alone or out of sight, unless specifically instructed by a Registered Nurse or Clinical Technician.
- Provide companionship and friendship.
- Does not engage in any other activities which would distract them from the patient. Activities such as reading, studying, sleeping, socializing, television, and phone use are prohibited.
- Documents patient’s activities every 15 minutes and provides a report to the nurse.
- Responds courteously and promptly to patient call bells and, if necessary, notifies the appropriate care team member promptly. · Restocks supplies for the department.
- Verbalizes understanding and responsibilities during all hospital system Emergency codes.
- Maintains safe, clean and neat work environment by following standards and procedures.
- Maintains strict confidentiality related to work information (in accordance with HIPAA).
- The PSA must wait for proper relief from the Charge Nurse or PSA lead before going on breaks or meals.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Requirements: · High School Diploma/ GED
- Must be able to work legally in the United States.
- Must pass background and drug screenings.
- Previous Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or other healthcare experience or a strong desire to enter the healthcare industry i.e. nursing student, home health aide experience, pre-med student
- Able to speak, read, and write English fluently.
- Must successfully complete Patient Safety Associate (PSA), Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) trainings.
- Required to meet immunization or health screening requirements. · Excellent interpersonal skills, including customer service, patience, empathy and compassion
- Effective communication skills, including active listening, writing, speaking and reading comprehension
- Good collaboration and teamwork skills
- Fast and adaptive problem-solving abilities
- Keen attention to detail
- In-depth understanding of patient care policies and regulations
- Comfortable working with specific populations of patients, including elderly patients and those with special needs
Posting ID: 590047479Posted: 2020-12-29