Hospital Nursing Assistant-PRN

Nursing Assistant

Redfield Community Memorial Hospital and Clinic is seeking a qualified individual to join our team!

Position Accountable To :

Director of Nursing

Job Summary :

Assists in nursing care by performance of routine and delegated duties according to the standards. Has a knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of the patient throughout their life span. Provides clerical services to the nursing unit. Serves as a liaison for the nurse and patient in interdepartmental communications. Functions in public relations role as receptionist.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient / customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department.

Responsibilities, Expectations & Standards :

• Commitment to the daily application of CMH's mission, vision, and core values to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote CMH's values
• Maintain confidentiality
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations and standards associated with, but not limited to CMS, and OSHA.
• Facilitates and maintains effective communications with nursing and medical staff, other departments, visitors and patients using AIDET principles.

Essential Job Functions :

Required to perform technical skills as listed :

Uses Equipment And Supplies Effectively And Efficient

Work Environment :

Works inside. Works with and around others, has verbal contact and face to face contact with others. Exposure to, blood and body fluids, airborne pathogens, hazardous waste and chemicals, communicable disease, moving objects, high places, slippery surfaces. Minimal exposure to radiation, electric, and / or mechanical equipment.

Equipment Used to Perform Job :

Computers, K-packs, wheelchairs, blood pressure cuffs, Electronic Vital Sign Equipment, Suction Equipment, O2, Gomco, telephone, stethoscopes, telemetry, bed scales, lift devices, scales, thermometers, beds, ice bags, ice collar, patient call system, apnea monitor

Potential Job Stressors :

Work may be performed under pressure requiring close attention to detail. Environmental stimuli overload. Staffing and census fluctuations. Potential exposure to anger, fear, hostility, or violence of others.

Education :

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Certification Requirements for Position :

BLS (Basic Life Support)