Nurse Attendant-Med/Surg Telemetry
Summary
The Nurse Attendant assists professional staff by performing various patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. The role is responsible for delivery of patient care (baths, personal grooming, feeding) as directed by the Manager or RN, appropriate to the ages of patients served on the nursing unit. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Strives to incorporate the philosophy and mission of Mount St. Mary's Hospital and the Hospital's goal of quality care in a personal manner with total regard for human dignity. Mount St. Mary's Hospital consists of multiple locations and associate may be assigned as needed.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient care activities including baths, personal grooming, and feeding
- Assist professional staff with various patient care and related non-professional services
- Maintain established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and quality assurance standards
- Follow safety, environmental, and infection control standards
Qualifications
Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Experience: Must meet one of the following criteria:
- Worked in a nursing home or hospital for six (6) months as a Nursing Assistant (will consider other types of nursing patient care experience)
- Enrolled in nursing school or other medical specialty
- C.N.A. certification from an approved program
Skills
- Ability to answer telephones
Schedule
Shift 1, Per Diem. Primary shift: 7:30am-3:30pm. Secondary shift: 3:30pm-11:30pm. Varied with Weekend and Holiday Rotation.
Working Conditions
Subject to inside environmental conditions. Hazards: conditions where there is danger to life, body, and/or health.