Nursing Assistant II (PV)
About The Position
The Nursing Assistant II performs selected diagnostic tests and prescribed treatments, assists patients with activities of daily living, and supports the health care team in maintaining patient safety. The position works a full-time overnight schedule, with varied hours ranging from 9 p.m.–5 a.m. to 12 a.m.–8 a.m. Days vary and include every other weekend and holidays as needed. The role includes assisting with hygiene, meals, feeding, elimination, and patient transportation; collecting specimens; measuring and recording vital signs and other patient information; and reporting observations, changes, treatment results, and patient or family concerns to the registered nurse. Under RN supervision, the Nursing Assistant II performs selected tests and treatments according to established procedures. The role also contributes to emergency response, safe patient positioning, and the effective functioning of the nursing team.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Completion of a Nursing Assistant Course.
- At least two years of direct patient care experience.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
Nice To Haves
- Heart Saver Certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including oral and personal hygiene, meals and feeding, and elimination.
- Provide equipment and supplies for patient hygiene and assist with prescribed care.
- Support physical and psychological patient assessments by measuring and recording temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, height, weight, intake and output, and bowel movements as appropriate.
- Collect specimens such as urine, feces, and sputum.
- Report observable changes in patient condition, treatment results, and patient or family concerns to the registered professional nurse.
- Perform selected diagnostic tests and prescribed treatments under RN supervision, including applying simple dressings, discontinuing peripheral intravenous therapies, applying electrodes and performing EKGs, obtaining blood sugar results and informing the nurse, assisting with Foley catheter insertion, cleansing pressure injuries, and applying Buck traction.
- Respond to patient call bells and emergency lights; identify unsafe acts or conditions and correct or report them as appropriate.
- Use side rails, restraints, and gerichairs, position patients appropriately, and transport patients.
- Respond to fire, evacuation, and internal or external emergencies and drills.
- Accept assignments, seek clarification as needed, complete assigned work, and regularly report patient-care observations and findings to the RN.
- Participate as part of the nursing team in additional duties and responsibilities, and maintain competence by attending in-service education programs.
- Perform related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
