Nursing Assistant - Telemetry
About The Position
Under the direction and supervision of an RN, the Nursing Assistant provides basic nursing care to an assigned group of patients. Care may be provided in various settings, including general nursing units, special care areas, maternal-child units, the nursery, pediatric units, GI Lab, chemical dependency and psychiatric units, the emergency unit, and surgical services. Patient populations and care needs vary by unit, from newborns and pediatric patients to adults and geriatric patients, including patients with high-risk or pregnancy-related conditions and emotional problems. The employee must complete established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period and perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- BLS certification obtained through an approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network.
- Complete Non-Violent Crisis Intervention within 60 days of hire or transfer to the position.
Nice To Haves
- Satisfactory completion of a Nurse Assistant, EMT, Paramedic, or Medical Assisting course.
- Six months of experience in the healthcare industry and/or knowledge of basic medical terms and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Provide basic nursing care to an assigned group of patients under the direction and supervision of an RN.
- Provide care appropriate to the patient population and assigned unit, within the scope of established competencies.
- Complete established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
