ACUTE CARE TECH

Forrest General Hospital • Hattiesburg, MS

3d

About The Position

The Acute Care Tech is a member of the patient care team within the Department of Hospice and is directly accountable to the Hospice Director or Patient Clinical Manager. Under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist, the position assists professional nursing staff by performing specific nurse aide functions related to patient care, including bathing, shampooing, ambulation, transfers, tidying the sick area, and other duties identified on the care plan.

The role requires knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care, including understanding growth and development and assessing information about the patient's status and age-specific needs. The CNA documents patient care provided in the home at the time of the visit, as applicable, and submits documentation promptly according to policy. The CNA notifies the RN of changes in the patient and assists in meeting patient needs. Participation in applicable in-service and competency programs is also required. Other job duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Nurse Aide training program from an approved school.
• If not already certified, successfully complete a 75-hour certification program as a Home Health Hospice Aide and demonstrate competency in the Nurse Aide skills test during orientation.
• CPR certification by completion of clinical orientation.
• Current Mississippi driver's license and proof of automobile insurance.
• Computer experience.
• Certified Nurse Aid Certificate due upon hire.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks, cooperate positively with others, take orders and follow directions precisely, read and write, communicate effectively and positively, maintain rapport in all situations, and adapt to varied socioeconomic levels and environments.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of nurse aide work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist professional nursing staff with nurse aide functions related to patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist.
• Provide care including bathing, shampooing, ambulation, and transfers.
• Tidy the sick area and perform other duties identified on the care plan.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and age-specific needs.
• Document patient care in the home at the time of the visit, as applicable, and submit documentation in a timely manner according to policy.
• Notify the RN of changes in the patient and assist in meeting patient needs.
• Participate in applicable in-service and competency programs.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED