Nurse Aide (Days) - 8 East

Oklahoma State University Medical Center; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Aide responsible for assisting patients with daily living activities under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The role requires understanding growth and development across the life span and the ability to function in an assistive capacity on the unit.

You will perform tasks including personal care, infection control, body mechanics, safety and emergency response, and you must follow Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act rules.

Job description

Job Description Individuals within this job classification are accountable for activities of daily living to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The Nurse Aide must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit. This individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to function in an assistive role to the licensed nurse in the provision of technical and environmental patient care activities as delegated by and under the supervision of the licensed staff. The Nurse Aide will be responsible for: activities of daily living, elimination, infection control, body mechanics, safety and emergency care as indicated. He/she is expected to adhere to and abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act.