Nurse Aide - Observation Care Unit
About The Position
The Nursing Aide performs basic patient care activities according to age-appropriate and developmental needs of the patient. This role works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in the 5M Observation Care Unit and may be required to work on other nursing units as assigned. The aide assists with patient care by providing transportation, managing patient rooms, and ensuring a safe and clean environment. They observe patients, report changes in condition, and assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers. The position also involves ordering supplies, utilizing positive communication, and contributing to cost-effective patient care.
Requirements
- Work requires knowledge generally acquired through a high school education or GED.
- Job requires ability to read, write and speak English.
- Completion of Nurse Aide Certification course or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) required.
- State certification for staff hired after June 1998.
- Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required.
Nice To Haves
- One year acute care experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs basic patient care activities according to age-appropriate and developmental needs of the patient.
- Observes patients and reports any change in conditions to registered nurse.
- Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
- Answers call lights and responds appropriately.
- Straightens patients' rooms, changes linens, performs routine department tasks.
- Transports patients as appropriate.
- Provides care for patients during transportation.
- Orders supplies as needed for patients and replenishes stock.
- Utilizes positive communication skills to affect conflict resolution and teamwork.
- Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
- Contributes to cost-effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment and supplies.
- Complies with safety policies and procedures in order to provide a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.
- Demonstrates necessary flexibility in regard to changes in Hospital or department activities.
- Actively participates in achieving departmental goals.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.00
- Hourly Night Shift Differential: $4.00
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
