Nursing Assistant - Telemetry
About The Position
Under the direction/supervision of an RN, provides basic nursing care for assigned group of patients. The description outlines care for various patient populations across different units, including General Nursing Units (age 15 to maturity), Special Care Areas (age 15 through adult with high-risk conditions), Maternal Child Units (Labor and Delivery, Nursery), Pediatric (neonate through age 18), GI Lab Unit (toddlers, age 24 months, through adult), Chemical Dependent Unit and Psychiatric Unit (adult patients and family), Emergency Unit (all ages), and Surgical Services (neonate to geriatric). The role requires completing established competencies within the introductory period and performing other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or equivalent
- Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention obtained with 60 days of hire or transfer to position.
Nice To Haves
- Satisfactorily completed a Nurse Assistant, EMT, Paramedic or Medical Assisting course.
- 6 months in healthcare industry and/or knowledge of basic medical terms and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Provides basic nursing care for assigned group of patients under the direction/supervision of an RN.
- Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
