Nursing Assistant

1 month ago

Lafayette, United States MACON HOSPITAL INC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

MACON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

Position Description

Department Name: Nursing

Employee Name:

Job Title:

Nursing Assistant / Ward Clerk

Effective Date:

Reports to (Title):

Registered Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse and DON

Supervises:

(Positions)


I. Position Summary: Under general supervision the Certified Nurse Assistant/Ward Clerk will utilize medical, technical and secretarial skills and provide support to members of the health care team.

II. Position Requirements:

  1. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certification and/or training as a Nurse Assistant.
  2. Education: High School Diploma or GED
  3. Experience: One (1) year experience in acute care or a skilled nursing setting preferred.
  4. Special qualifications: Current BLS recommended. Good communication skills, both orally and written, computer skills helpful, ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care.

III. Degree of Supervision Required: Involves general guidance and direction by Supervisors and/ or Department Director. The employee will be expected to perform most job duties independently and in accordance with established departmental and hospital policies and procedures.

IV. Ages of Patients Served: This position requires competence in assessment, treatment, and/or care for the age groups indicated. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area. The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training, or experience.


Birth - 1 Year Infant
2-12 Year
Pediatric
13-18 Years

Adolescent


19-69 Years

Adult70 + Geriatric
N/A

No responsibility to treat or care for patients




V. Working Conditions:

Hospital rooms, common areas, clinical departments and hospital grounds. Potential hazards include:






Exposure to

None

Some

Frequent

Very

Frequent

Exposure to

None

Some

Frequent

Very

Frequent

• toxic/caustic chemicals

• blood or body fluids

•extreme conditions, hot or cold

• communicable diseases

• dust/fumes/ gases

•unprotected heights

• moving mechanical arts

• CRT (computer) Monitor

•potential electric shock

•frequent,repetitive motions

• x-ray electromagnetic energy

• other (as listed)

• high pitched Noises

• needles or other sharp objects



VI. Physical Requirements: Constant: standing, sitting, seeing, hearing, and finger dexterity. Constant concentration in fine details with frequent interruptions. Occasional: pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, using arm, leg and back muscles may be required. May be expected to lift more than 25 pounds. Manage stress appropriately, handle multiple priorities. Make decisions under stress. Work along and manage anger, fear, hostility and violence of others appropriately.

VII.Personal Protective Equipment: N/A

I have reviewed these job requirements and verify that I can perform all essential functions of this position. I understand that information regarding patients at this facility is confidential and is not to be disclosed without written authorization of the patient or authorized representative. I will discuss patient's information only in the course of my duties and never in open areas such as hallways, snack bar, etc., where it might be overheard by visitors or other patients, or outside of the hospital while off duty. I also understand that information in some patient's records may be governed by federal regulation and that disclosure of such information is punishable by fine or imprisonment, even after I leave the employment of the facility. I certify that I have completed HIPAA training and will honor all policies and procedures. I understand that violations of these policies and procedures may result in sanctions. I agree to abide by all local, state and federal laws.

Employee Signature:

Date:

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