ICU-Licensed Nursing Assistant-6000

About the Role

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Director and clinical leadership of the Registered Nurse (RN), and in collaboration with the clinical team, the LNA performs clinical nursing procedures and functions within the Arizona (AZ) LNA Scope of Practice. The incumbent supports the plan of care for each patient, as determined by the health care team, and in accordance with the goals of the organization. Works to improve patient safety and patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Attend to the daily living and safety needs of an assigned group of patients.
• Assist registered nursing personnel in the care of patients by performing various patient care activities and related non-professional services.
• Collaborate and coordinate with other departments to provide timely, effective care consistent with individual’s needs, choices, and preferences.
• Obtain and record vital signs, heights, and weights per policy.
• Meet patient’s personal hygiene and basic needs in a timely manner.
• Ensure that the patient is comfortable, necessary supplies are available and in reach.
• Keep patient environment safe and tidy.
• Provide patient-specific care as appropriate to the age of the patient.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, including the use of appropriate therapies such as play, written, and picture boards.
• Report changes in patient’s condition, out-of-normal values, patient/family concerns, or complaints to nurse, charge nurse, and/or supervisor.
• Apply AIDET as well as other evidence-based behaviors.
• Participate in developmental and organizational initiatives for process improvement and quality assurance as requested.
• Follow appropriate infection control procedures.
• Perform and accurately document the following procedures as directed by the RN/LPN:
  • Blood glucose checks and documentation
  • Discontinuation of urinary catheters
  • Discontinuation of peripheral IVs
• Perform skin care interventions and treatments, as permitted by state regulation.
• Maintain patient and staff confidentiality.
• Assist in the orientation of new staff as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Unit Specific Responsibilities

Med/Surg, Peds, PCU, ICU, Observation Unit, and ER:

• Maintain educational and training requirements to fulfill the role and responsibilities of a Unit Coordinator as outlined in the Unit Coordinator job description.
• Regularly update patient communication boards.
• Perform hourly rounds with patients.
• Perform bedside shift report.
• Assure patient belongings are accounted for on admission and transfers and returned at discharge.
• Perform designated admitting tasks.
• Record accurate intake and output for each patient.
• Provide backup support as a Camera Tech in specific units:
  • Demonstrate competence with operating video monitor equipment by managing the video monitor (including audio component), display of rooms, adding and deleting beds monitored.
  • Be aware of actions for video monitor downtime.
  • Receive report on video patient assignment from nurse.
  • Stay at the monitor at all times, report changes in patient’s behavior/status to nurse.
  • Document and sign “Record and Video Monitoring form” (verbal reminders, staff interventions, number of fall alerts).
  • Identify behaviors that may precipitate a fall; be aware of the proper steps to take if the patient is not seen on the video monitor.

Home Health and Hospice:

• Complete all documentation accurately and timely (no later than 8 am the next day).
• Maintain productivity to average no less than 5-6 patients per day.

Hospice House:

• Perform hourly rounds with patients.
• Perform bedside shift report.
• Assure patient belongings are accounted for on admission and transfers and returned at discharge.
• Perform designated admitting tasks.
• Record accurate intake and output for each patient.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or greater.
• Experience: Previous experience as a Nursing Assistant, OR successful completion of a Nursing Assistant certification program.
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Licensure: Current valid Arizona LNA License.
• Certification: Current BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Unit Specific Qualifications

Pediatrics Unit:

• Two-week pediatric orientation with annual competency in pediatrics.

Home Health:

• Level one fingerprint clearance card, or application, required within 20 days of hire.
• Current and valid Arizona Driver’s License and clean driving record.

Hospice and Hospice House:

• Level one fingerprint clearance card, or application, required within 20 days of hire.
• Current and valid Arizona Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Current and valid Arizona Food Handlers Card.

Preferences

• LNA or CNA experience in the related unit’s field.

Special Position Requirements

• Exposure Category I: Expected duties have routine potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
• Home Health/Hospice: Requires travel, in a properly insured personal vehicle, throughout the service area.

Work Requirements

• Able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
• Able to assist with the movement of an adult patient weighing up to 300 lbs.
• Able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach while working with patients for the entire shift.
• Able to care for patients with infectious diseases.
• Able to sit for 3-5 hours per day.
• Able to stand for 3-5 hours per day.
• Able to walk for 3-5 hours per day.
• Able to care for patients in a variety of settings.
• Proficiently utilize office equipment including phone, computer, fax, printers, copier, scanner, etc.