JOB SUMMARY

Carries out basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse in accordance with the standards of care for the center. Demonstrates the appropriate skills and ability, based on level of training and scope of practice, to care for patients based on the age of the patient. Age groups may include the adult and geriatric patient

Reports To: PreOp/PACU Manager, Director of Nursing

Supervises: None

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QUALIFICATIONS:

• BLS certified
• Cooperative work attitude toward and with co-employees, management, patients, visitors and physicians, and ability to effectively communicate with others.
• High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE

Category I exposure to blood borne pathogens, frequent exposure to chemical hazards and may encounter radiation hazards.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assists in the care of assigned patients as directed by appropriate nursing staff.

1. Demonstrates awareness of and sensitivity to patient and family rights, as identified by the center.

1. Performs his/her duties in accordance with the job requirements.

1. Understands the protocol for responding to emergency situations and the importance of remaining calm in this situation.

1. Participates in staff meetings, in-service programs and educational requirements as appropriate.

1. Communicates all pertinent information, including findings, problems, concerns or ideas to the assigned nurse, utilizing appropriate lines of authority, in a timely and effective manner.

1. Promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to cooperate with and assist fellow health team members as well as patients and families.

1. Seeks guidance and assistance from the assigned nurse when knowledge base and skill level is in question.

1. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of universal precaution, infection control and isolation procedures. At all time adheres to the Facility policies and procedures.

1. Practices aseptic hand washing according to CDC guidelines and policy.

1. Assist with the stocking of supplies in the perianesthesia and perioperative areas.

1. Assist with room turnover, maintains cleanliness of the perianesthesia and perioperative areas.

1. Terminally cleans stretches at the end of the day.

1. Assist with patient transfer in the perianesthesia and perioperative areas.

1. Maintains BCLS certification, if applicable.

1. Other duties, as assigned by Director of Nursing

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit, converse, and listen; use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or carry over 20 pounds on a regular basis and be able to push/pull over 25 pounds on a regular basis.
• The employee must be able to stand and/or walk at least five hours per day.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.