What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Assistant/ PCT - Resource Team position at AnMed?
As a member of the Resource Team the Nursing Assistant will float to various units including Inpatient units, Emergency room and Behavioral health. Assignments will be made to meet organizational needs.
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)
Patient Care Technician (PCT):
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Completion of approved Nursing Assistant training course required
*RN students may be eligible to be considered for Student Nurse Technician opportunities. Students must be able to provide a copy of their college transcript showing successful completion of class requirements.
