What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Assistant position at Good Shepherd Rehab?
At Good Shepherd Rehabilitation, we have a common goal : to help patients and residents reach their greatest potential. We have been dedicated to doing just that from the day our founders welcomed their first resident in 1908. Advancing the field of rehabilitation and enhancing the lives of people with disabilities has been ingrained in our DNA ever since.
With more than 60 locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, including the leading-edge Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital in Center Valley, Pa., we specialize in treating the full range of major and minor injuries, complex illnesses and chronic conditions for patients and residents of all ages and abilities. We transform lives through our curiosity, creativity, expertise and innovation - all so that patients can take control and move forward on the path to independence.
- JOB SUMMARY
Enhances the effectiveness of the clinical team by collecting patient data, responding to resident / patient requests, providing personal care, and maintaining the clinical environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
attending to personal care needs
assisting with patient transfers and ambulation
obtaining accurate vital signs and other clinical parameters and and specimens including : blood sugar readings, EKG's and drawn blood samples
responding to patient requests
requesting RN or LPN supervision with new or unfamiliar tasks.
Reviews Policy and Procedures prior to performing tasks that are unfamiliar.
ESTABLISHES A COMPASSIONATE ENVIRONMENT
By providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support to patients and families and other associates.
PROMOTES CUSTOMER SERVICE
answering questions within the scope of practice
relaying calls to patients
giving directions
and referring inquires to clinical staff and physicians.
COMMUNICATES INFORMATION
providing clinical reports at regular intervals to fellow nursing assistants and nurses
notifying RNs of significant findings or change in patient condition.
DOCUMENTS RESIDENT / PATIENT CARE SERVICES
recording intake / output totals at the end of shift or specified times
records patient activity and care on the chart.
MAINTAINS PATIENT CONFIDENCE AND ORGANIZATIONAL CONFIDENTIALITY
responding to patient requests using Tact and diplomacy.
COLLECTS RESIDENT / PATIENT INFORMATION
observing patient response to care
engaging patient in conversation and acting upon responses or requests.
PROVIDES A SAFE AND CLEAN WORKING ENVIRONMENT
keeping patient rooms, supply rooms and hallways free from clutter
applying infection control policies and procedures to daily practice
and other unit specific equipment checks and maintenance duties
meeting dress code requirements and maintaining adequate personal hygiene.
SUPPORTS UNIT EFFICIENCY
assisting with cleaning and monitoring of equipment
contribute to PI activities
using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
reporting maintenance and equipment issues per policy
reporting to assigned unit on time, ready to meet the responsibilities of the position and Punching in and out as per Good Shepherd policy and maintaining Etime sheet as necessary.
MAINTAINS TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
attending educational workshops
by seeking resources to meet learning needs
attending unit meetings
reading unit memos and meeting minutes and meeting ongoing mandatory education requirements.
CONTRIBUTES TO ORGANIZATIONAL TEAM EFFORT
demonstrating flexibility in response to change
acting as support personnel and perform assigned duties independently to allow licensed associates to complete their responsibilities
by offering to assist other associates with patient care and unit activities that arise throughout the shift.
Participate in orienting new employees
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma required
Work Experience
1 year acute or long term experience preferred
Licenses / Certifications
