Nurse Aide
4 weeks ago
Job Description
MAIN FUNCTION:
Assists nursing staff by performing assigned functions of nursing care to patients under the direction of a licensed professional RN or LPN. Reports to Director of department to which assigned.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Quantity of Work
** 1. Under the supervision of RN/LPN, performs a variety of direct services to patients (See Attachment A).
** 2. Performs indirect services to patients which include but are not limited to:
+ Inventorying of clothing and other personal belongings.
+ Answering patient and visitor inquires, within limits established by Arnot Health policy.
+ Preparing patient unit for admission of patients.
+ Strip units post discharge of patients, including isolation units.
** 3. Is responsible for the environment of the assigned unit which include but is not limited to:
+ Keeping patient's room neat.
+ Cleaning utility and treatment rooms, and appliances and cupboards in the kitchen.
+ Defrosting refrigerator, as indicated.
+ Cleaning special equipment.
+ Cleaning and preparing instruments sets as instructed.
+ Assisting with setup and with procedures as instructed and under the supervision of RN.
+ Maintaining adequate unit linens and supplies.
** 4. Is accountable for all patient care he/she gives and documents same.
** 5. Demonstrates age specific competency as per unit requirements.
** 6. Consistently demonstrates the ability to adapt to change in workload/assignments.
Quality of Care
** 7. Performs and completes assignments providing consistent quality and quantity of work. Sets priorities.
** 8. Demonstrates quality improvement principles in daily work.
** 9. Properly cares for equipment and utilizes supplies in a cost effective manner.
** 10. Functions with awareness of risk management and safety issues, and reports concerns appropriately.
Job Knowledge
** 11. Assumes personal responsibility for participating in ongoing education and skill development. Attends mandatory inservices. Must maintain a minimum of 6 contact hours every 6 months to maintain certification requirements.
** 12. Reviews employee handbook, revised policies and procedures, and bulletin board in order to maintain understanding of Arnot Health regulations and new relevant information.
** 13. Follows Arnot Health Standards Precaution and Transmission Specific Isolation policies/procedures.
** 14. Maintains a complete understanding of the Arnot Health emergency procedures and personal role in regard to fire safety, code blue and disaster procedures.
Judgment/Initiative
** 15. Recognizes changes in patient status and advises appropriate personnel.
** 16. Demonstrates the ability to use common sense and appropriate problem solving techniques in interaction with other caregivers.
** 17. Communicates constructive ideas and is open to change.
** 18. Seeks guidance and direction, as necessary, for the successful completion of job duties (See Attachment A).
Attitude and Cooperation
** 19. Addresses patients/residents, visitors, and co-workers in a pleasant and respectful manner, displaying courtesy at all times.
** 20. Maintains and respects patient confidentiality, privacy and dignity.
** 21. Observes Arnot Health policy concerning telephone usage, computer confidentiality, smoking regulations, language and other related rules governing conduct while at work.
Dependability/Reliability
** 22. Demonstrates reliability in the conscientious and complete manner in which work assignments are performed.
** 23. Demonstrates responsibility by reporting to work on time per assigned schedule. Provides timely notification for absence or tardiness.
** 24. Is flexible in work schedule to meet the needs of the unit.
** 25 Does not abuse sick time/unscheduled benefit time. Keeps absences within 3 for the year.
Personal Appearance and Hygiene
** 26. Observes uniform dress code and wears identification badge at all times. Badge is clearly visible to patients, visitors, and co-workers.
** 27. Consistently demonstrates acceptable personal hygiene.
Other
+ Provides age specific appropriate care to patient according to their age groups for the particular unit to which the individual is assigned.
+ Is responsible for attending all annual mandatory educational programs as required by position.
+ Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide a secure and pleasant experience with the Arnot Health.
** 31. It is understood that this job description lists typical duties for the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties which may be assigned.
EDUCATION:
High school graduate or equivalent. Completion of orientation and exam. Meets Arnot Health employment criteria.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Moderate physical effort required. Moderate weight objects lifted, reaching, stooping, bending. Ability to read and write required. Direct patient care tasks required. Required to be on feet much of time.
CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS:
Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire date.
INFECTION CONTROL:
Performs all aspects of Standard Precautions when engaging in patient care.
EXPOSURE CATEGORY:
Category I. Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
** A.D.A. Essential Functions
Requirements
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