Nursing Assistant II - PCU Full Time Days
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Position Summary
Performs patient care under the supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Assists patients with hygiene, mobility, hydration, elimination, and nutritional needs.
- Provides routine treatments and maintains a safe, clean, and organized environment.
- Ensures safety and security of patients, families, and staff.
- Protects patient privacy, rights, and confidentiality.
- Follows standard precautions, including handwashing between patients.
- Assists with patient admission, transfer, and discharge.
- Records vital signs and fluid intake/output as directed.
- Accurately documents patient information following policies.
- Communicates safety concerns and patient condition updates to the RN.
- Participates in handoff reports and hourly rounding.
- Provides exceptional care to patients, families, and team members.
- Demonstrates competency in assigned tasks and skills.
- Maintains a clean and safe nursing unit.
- Handles incoming calls, patient call lights, and guest requests.
- Transports items, equipment, blood products, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy).
- May have limited access to medication storage areas.
- Maintains regular attendance per policies and standards.
- Ensures compliance with all policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
- Supports and participates in changes and improvement activities.
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives.
- Awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and regulatory standards.
- Uses time and resources efficiently.
- Attends staff meetings and training sessions.
- Provides care appropriate to the patient's age and developmental stage.
- Assesses patient data and interprets information to meet individual needs.
Qualifications
Education/Training
High school diploma or equivalent. One year of nursing assistant experience or equivalent training (e.g., CNA, LPN, nursing graduate, EMT, or licensed medical personnel).
Licensure/Certification
Current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Experience
One year of relevant healthcare experience within the past five years, or no experience required for certain training graduates.
Additional Details
- Seniority level: Entry level
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Healthcare Provider
- Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare