Nurse Aide - Variable Shift

Responsibilities

• Works 7-3p and 3-11p as needed.
• Assists the nurse with various duties as directed, including placing specialty mattresses when applicable.
• Performs proper glucose testing and records results accurately and timely.
• Participates in FALLS PREVENTION PROGRAM and identifies patients at risk for falls.
• Practices wound prevention protocol.
• Maintains proper use of PPE and follows Universal Precautions.
• Maintains patient confidentiality of patient, facility and physician related information.
• Does not discuss patients or hospital business in public areas.
• Is HIPAA competent and compliant.
• Records and administers patient weight, blood pressure, temperature, oxygen saturation and pulse in a timely manner.
• Performs and records complete/partial baths, oral care, denture care, hair care, Foley care, shaving, and bed making skills.
• Administers patient restraints and ensures patient safety.
• Aids in toileting needs, empties collection devices, and maintains an organized work space.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate accurately verbally and in writing.
• Maintains a harmonious work environment with coworkers and staff.
• Safely transports patients via wheelchair and/or stretcher.
• Answers phone promptly and courteously, transports specimens to lab, and records in a book.
• Prepares patients for meals, serves fresh water and snacks, and responds to patient call lights.
• Captures and documents specimens as instructed, including urine, sputum, and stool specimens.
• Positions patients, uses LYCO lift, transfers patients between bed and chair, and performs EKGs.
• Reports all abnormal findings to the assigned nurse or charge nurse.
• Performs hourly rounding on patients to ensure their needs are met and patient safety is upheld.
• Notifies the nurse when taking breaks or meals.
• Manages supplies without bringing excessive amounts into patients' rooms.
• Acts as a patient sitter and adheres to standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.
• Identifies and modifies care based on the specific needs of the patient population served, including cultural, hearing, and visually impaired patients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• 6 months to 1 year experience in a healthcare setting.
• BLS - AHA approved.