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Job Responsibility:
Independently performs more advanced patient care tasks as delegated by the RN, which may include but not be limited to intravenous (IV) line insertion and removal, phlebotomy, placing patient on cardiac and vital sign monitors, bladder scanning, blood glucose, and performing a 12 lead electrocardiogram (EKG)
Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (temperature, pulse, respiration), and height/weight
Promptly communicates observations, concerns and needs of the patient to the RN
Documents requested information and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of the patient to the RN
Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens as requested
Maintains and orders stock for the nursing area
cleans equipment and work areas
Maintains a clean and safe work environment, following department safety policies and standard precautions
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while continuously utilizing proper technique and assistive devices
Prepares patient rooms for admission/discharge and assists with the patient admission/discharge process
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures
Requirements:
Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices
Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing Assistant
No experience required
Excellent written and oral communication
Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. over the head
Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance
Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force
Must be able to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines
Must have functional vision and hearing
Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis
therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job
What we offer:
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job