What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Assistant position at The Copper River Family of Companies?
Job Description
Job Description
COHO Integrated Solutions is seeking a qualified Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate care to veterans who have served our country. You will have the opportunity to work across multiple campuses within the Department of Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System (Palo Alto, Menlo Park, and Livermore) in a variety of settings, including inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and community living centers. As a Nursing Assistant you'll be at the forefront of patient care, ensuring both the physical and emotional well-being of the veterans you serve.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to) :
- You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide essential care in a variety of clinical settings.
- Measure and record vital signs.
- Monitor pain levels and report any significant changes to the RN or healthcare provider.
- Assist with patient assessments, ensuring accurate and timely information is shared with the healthcare team
- Provide hands-on patient care including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility.
- Support patients in maintaining comfort through repositioning, administering prescribed comfort measures, and managing patient needs promptly.
- Assist with patient hygiene and grooming, ensuring dignity and comfort during personal care routines.
- Accurately record vital signs, treatments, procedures, and any other relevant information in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).
- Ensure that all information is clearly documented, organized, and available for review by the care team.
- Maintain up-to-date patient records in line with established healthcare standards and regulations.
- Transport patients to and from examinations, diagnostic tests, and therapy sessions as needed.
Essential Job Requirements :
Position Pay Range
25—$25 USD
About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak :
Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration's (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE's ability to facilitate economic advancement.
The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource / environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.
Copper River's Culture
The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.
Benefits
Note : These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.
Disclaimer :
The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $25
