Nurse Aide (Weekend Option Days) - 5E Med/Surg

Oklahoma State University Medical Center; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma State University Medical Center in Tulsa is seeking a Nurse Aide responsible for activities of daily living under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The Nurse Aide must be able to demonstrate knowledge of growth and development over the life span and function in an assistive role to the licensed staff in various patient care activities.

The role emphasizes adherence to the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act and collaboration with the nursing team on an on-site

Qualifications

• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the life span.

Responsibilities

• Provide activities of daily living, elimination, infection control, body mechanics, safety and emergency care as indicated; assist licensed staff as delegated.

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.