Job Summary:
Performs basic duties of patient care under guidance and the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Job Responsibilities:
- Acts in accordance with hospital policies and Code of Excellence and Code of Conduct.
- Demonstrates flexibility to meet department, organization, and patient/family needs.
- Supports the patients' rights and responsibilities, including respect of cultural, ethical, and religious diversity.
- Provides age appropriate and population specific care in a safe, skillful, accurate and efficient manner to pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
- Maintains a healthy work environment to enhance retention and recruitment. Assists with the orientation of new employees.
- Self-manages time and responsibilities.
- Orders lab work accurately. Performs venipuncture accurately and appropriately.
- Maintains competency with the use of the computer system for ordering purposes.
- Transports patients safely using appropriate body mechanics. Assist patients with mobility problems appropriately. Obtains safe handling equipment as needed.
- Obtains vital signs accurately and reports findings to registered nurse.
- Applies Ted hose/SCD, blanket warmer, cardiac leads and oximeter appropriately.
- Uses blood glucose meter, EKG machine and other medical equipment appropriately.
- Provides ongoing communication and clarifies unclear assignments or directions with the registered nurse
- Disconnects and sets-up humidified O2 and suction in the recovery room.
- Provides refreshments to post-op patients.
- Performs pre-operative hair removal as directed.
- Stocks the department for supplies and dietary needs.
- Performs various housekeeping and cleaning duties to maintain safe, clean environment.
- Adheres to standard precautions of infection control standards.
- Monitors patient refrigerator temperature and reports any problems.
Education Requirements and Other Requirements:
Education Level: High School Diploma
Certification/Licensure: BLS required
Experience Requirements: Hospital experience preferred
Experience with venipuncture preferred
Certified Medical Assistant or experienced Certified Nursing Assistant preferred