Nursing Assistant NA Emerson 5 Med Surg Ortho Nights

The Nursing Assistant assists in patient care throughout nursing areas, and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services rendered. Functions as an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

Responsibilities

Assists in patient care throughout nursing areas; Safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher; Dispatch services and appropriate documentation of services rendered; Functions as an Observer for patients requiring constant observation; Performs general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit; Observes, obtains and reports patient data/status to assigned RN; Responds to peeks in acuity and emergent situations as directed by nursing staff; Functions as a preceptor to new employees; Verifies patient identification with 2 identifiers prior to any procedure; Conducts patient safety rounds utilizing principles of SBAR; Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED preferred; Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience preferred; BLS - Basic Life Support; Basic medical terminology; Basic computer skills; Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately; Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals

Nice to have

High School Diploma/GED; Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience