What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Assistant/Patient Transporter - Surgical Services position at AnMed?
SUMMARY:
Provides quality patient care under the supervision and direction of licensed nursing personnel. Provides direct or indirect nursing care to patients from pediatrics to geriatric populations in the hospital setting.
- Provides personal care such as bathing, skin care, turning and positioning, and toileting needs.
- Assists patients with meals, ambulation and other activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Obtains and documents vital signs and reports abnormal results to the patient’s nurse.
- Measures and records intake, output, height and weight.
- Participates in hourly rounds on patients, assessing pain, positioning, toileting needs, placement of personal items and call light within reach, and VTE prophylaxis in place.
- Communicates learning needs to charge nurse or nurse manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Nursing Assistant:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Previous experience (preferred)
