Nursing Assistant- PRN
Description Of Position
The Nursing Assistant provides physical patient care in a safe manner under the direction of the Licensed Nurse. SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates competency in use of technology and computers for patient charting and related functions.
- Provides physical patient care in a safe manner under the direction of the Licensed Nurse.
- Performs or assists patient with activities of daily living (showering, bathing, dressing, feeding, activity).
- Communicates abnormal variances of data (vital signs, pain, etc) to appropriate staff.
- Collections information regarding patient/patient condition: vital signs, intake and output, food intake.
- Consistently utilizes basic decision making skills to complete routine tasks.
- Participates in best practices in a consistent and positive manner; huddles, hourly rounding, bedside reporting, Service Excellence, and the use of the white boards.
- Collaborates with unit staff to provide coordinated patient care.
- Utilizes unit specific equipment competently.
- Competently performs unit specific procedures.
- Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementation of Unit PI plan.
- Makes suggestions/recommendations for improved operations.
- Follows established hospital/department safety policies.
- Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that professionals and patients/individuals bring to interactions.
Requirements
- Graduate of an approved Nursing Assistant Training Program.
- Basic computer skills.
- Valid drivers license; CPR certified;
- Ability to read, write and speak intelligible English;
- Ability to communicate with patient, family, peers and medical personnel;
- Ability to exercise independent judgment;
- Emotional stability and maturity;
- Able to respond quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergent situations;
- Able to exchange accurate information with patient, family, peers and medical personnel;
Qualifications
- Must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight;
- Exhibits organizational and leadership ability.
Physical Demands/Work Environment
- Work requires a variety of physical activities, including moving about within and outside of all hospital properties for long periods of time.
- Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergency situations.
- May be required to assist in controlling disorderly conduct or combative patients.
- Must be able to exchange accurate information with patient, family, peers and medical personnel.
Benefits
“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.
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