PRN Nursing Assistant-Surgery Center
About The Position
This position provides routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contribute to the overall plan of care. It is responsible for ongoing patient data collection and documentation in the medical record, as well as support functions that contribute to the efficient operation of the nursing department. The role performs delegated procedures and uses equipment consistent with demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice, under the supervision of a licensed professional. The position follows established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards, and provides customers with an excellent service experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current BLS certification.
- One of the following credentials: current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of practice; Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) in the state of practice; Certified Medical Assistant; or Licensed Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-IV).
Nice To Haves
- Skills and abilities typically attained with one year of medical, clinical, or clerical experience.
- Experience in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center, or prior customer service experience, is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with basic hygiene needs, mobility, and nutritional intake as needed.
- Collect patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output, and other delegated measurements in accordance with facility standards of care.
- Document objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
- Assist with transportation of patient specimens.
- Recognize and report abnormalities or changes in patients’ health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional.
- Communicate patient status accurately and completely to other caregivers to promote continuity of care.
- Perform procedures and use equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and state scope of practice.
- Provide supplies, support, and assistance to medical staff and patients for unit-specific procedures under the direct supervision of a licensed professional.
- Maintain a clean, orderly, and well-stocked environment.
- Provide general departmental support, which may include greeting and assisting patients, visitors, physicians, and personnel.
- Perform duties according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
- Provide customers with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating core and leader behaviors.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
