NURSING TECHNICIAN

Memorial Home Services; Taylorville (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Home Services in Taylorville, IL seeks compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant under RN supervision to provide patient care, hygiene, mobility assistance, and comfort across shifts.

Responsibilities include documentation, reporting observations, assisting with meals, vital signs, and ensuring safety; the role requires meeting Memorial Health System standards and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred or enrollment in nursing program with clinicals.
• Experience: at least 2 years in nursing assistant roles or related patient care.
• Adheres to Memorial Health System standards of safety, quality, integrity and stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding and mobility.
• Monitor and report patient status, vital signs and changes to RN.
• Maintain patient comfort and privacy, promote safety and hygiene.
• Document care provided and coordinate with care team.

Skills

CNA

Patient care

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients; provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served; reports observations; contributes to the efficient functioning of the unit; all duties are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values.nnWork Shift: Night Shift 6p-6:30a, 3 shifts per week, every 3rd weekend and every 3rd holidayn

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registry

• One of the followings required:
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
• Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience performing the essential responsibilities of the nursing assistant role.

Experience

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values:
   • SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I will put safety first in everything I do. I will speak up, without fear, on matters of patient and colleague safety. I will take action to create an environment of zero harm.
   • QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I will continually advance my knowledge and skills. I will seek out continuous improvement opportunities. I will deliver evidence-based care that leads to excellence in outcomes.
   • INTEGRITY: Show respect and Compassion - I will respect others and show compassion. I will behave honesty and ethically. I will be accountable for my attitude, actions and health.
   • STEWARDSHIP: Reduce Waste - I will use resources wisely and maintain financial stability. I will work together to coordinate care and services across the health system. I will promote healthier communities.
2. Performs and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients as directed by the Registered Nurse. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:
   • Provides hygiene and comfort measures assuring privacy and preventing undue exposure.
   • Provides or assists patient with bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care, shaving, etc.
   • Assures that linens are dry, wrinkle free and the patient is comfortable.
   • Provides handwashing opportunity before and after meals, toileting, etc.
   • Activity
   • Assists with patient’s activities including ambulation, chair dangling and repositioning; uses proper body mechanics, positioning techniques and assistive devices.
   • Assists patient with activities as outlined in interdisciplinary plan of care.
   • Nutrition
   • Services and collects food trays and nourishments.
   • Records percentage of diet intake.
   • Feeds or assists patients as necessary.
   • Records intake. Reports deviations from normal.
   • Elimination
   • Provides bed pan/urinal.
   • Performs perineal and foley care.
   • Administers enemas.
   • Performs bladder catheterization/care (straight and foley) and discontinues as directed.
   • Performs ostomy care (ileostomy, colostomy), including application of appropriate appliances.
   • Records output. Reports deviations from normal.
   • Other Related Needs
   • Assists with post-mortem care.
   • Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
   • Promptly responds to patient call light or requests (usually in less than 10 minutes).
3. Performs and documents monitoring procedures; observes and reports the patient response. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:
   • Obtains vital signs (BP and TPR) and reports deviations.
   • Obtains weight (standing, chair or bed scale). Reports deviation from previous weight.
   • Empties drainage collection devices.
   • Performs blood glucose monitoring.
   • Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance.
4. Performs therapeutic measures/procedure, observes and reports changes, deviations from normal. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:
   • Application of heat; i.e., K-pad.
   • Application of cold; i.e., ice bags, sponge baths.
   • Obtains routine and sterile specimens.
   • Assists with patient preparation for surgical, therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures.
   • Applies non-sterile dressing changes as directed.
   • Discontinues peripheral IVs as directed.
   • Preps skin and applies telemetry patches.
   • Records all interventions; observes and reports the patient response, changes and/or deviations from normal parameters.
5. Maintains safety and security of patient/family/self/others, observing safety precautions, and promoting a sense of security and well-being. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:
   • Conducts purposeful hourly rounding as a team member inquiring of the Four Ps (Pain, Potty, Possessions, and Positioning).
   • Follows standard precautions. Always washes hands between patients. Always cleans equipment between patients.
   • Reports equipment malfunctions.
   • Assists in keeping patient rooms/corridors free of clutter. Cleans fluid spills.
   • Uses proper body mechanics in moving, transferring and transporting patients.
   • Positions side rails appropriate to the patient’s condition.
   • Applies and maintains restraining devices as directed.
   • Interacts with patients/visitors/others in a courteous and respectful manner.
   • Fully explains procedures to patients/families prior to performing.
   • Assures patient privacy/rights/confidentiality.
   • Recognizes and reports patient concerns; offers constructive solutions.
6. Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:
   • Skilled in computer messaging, obtaining results.
   • Completes assigned aspects of unit inventory management.
   • Complies with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
   • Uses designated lines of communication and authority.
   • Supports efforts to reduce costs.
   • Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
   • Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area and equipment.
   • Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.
   • Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
   • Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.
   • Adheres to MHS Behavioral Standards.
7. Performs additional unit specific tasks/care elements for which they have received specific instruction and demonstrated competence.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.