Nursing Assistant, Cardiac Telemetry, PRN Variable

Prisma Health•Seneca, SC

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, assumes responsibility for the collection of data related to patient status. Performs basic nursing procedures. Conducts ongoing collection and documentation of patient data. Assists with treatments and procedures. Assists with maintenance of patient care equipment. All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Requirements

Completion of a nursing assistant program preferred.
No previous experience required.
NA Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
NA Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Nice To Haves

Completion of a nursing assistant program

Responsibilities

Assists patients with activities of daily living and hygiene.
Turns and repositions patients alone or with assistance.
May transport patients and assist with walking.
Assists adult/pediatric patients with toileting needs in relation to their age including emptying established colostomy bags and urinary catheter removal.
Assists with fall prevention interventions and patient restraints as delegated.
Removes and reapplies anti-emboli hose or compression devices.
Assists with admission of patients to the unit by preparing room, greeting, and orienting patient and/or family to the unit (bed, call light, phone, TV).
Takes and records vital signs and with repeating questionable values.
Prepares patients for meals and assisting in feeding and providing snacks and supplements.
Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens.
Delivers specimens to appropriate department as requested.
Completes documentation in EMR in accurate and timely manner.
Maintains cleanliness and order of hospital room, utility room, diet kitchen, hallways, and alcoves.
Disposes of excess linen and keeps linen emptied.
Performs point of care testing as trained and delegated by RN.
Reports lab values to RN.
Performs other duties as assigned.