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Job Summary :
Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care activities.
Essential Functions :
- Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output
- Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation
- Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff
- Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly
- Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients
Qualifications
Education :
High school diploma or equivalent, RequiredLicensure / Certification / Registration :
Basic Life Support (BLS), RequiredNursing Assistant Certification, PreferredExperience :
One year acute care experience, PreferredSkills :
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervisionMust be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actionAble to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writingExhibits knowledge of the proper use of Language Line