Nursing Assistant

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. • Prestonsburg, KY

7d

About The Position

The Nursing Aide assists with patient care throughout nursing areas, safely transports patients by wheelchair or stretcher, provides dispatch services, and documents services appropriately. The role also provides observation for patients assessed as requiring constant observation to maximize their safety. In addition, the Nursing Aide performs receptionist and clerical duties that support the efficient operation of the nursing unit.

Requirements

• Certified Nurse Aide in Kentucky.
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.
• Ability to work independently within general guidelines.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduation or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support preferred.
• Previous hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including bathing, shampooing, shaving, back rubs, positioning patients, making beds, preparing patients for meals, feeding patients, and passing ice water.
• Respond promptly to signal lights and bells to determine and meet patient needs.
• Collect specimens such as stool, urine, and sputum.
• Collect and appropriately record patient input and output.
• Collect and record vital signs and obtain and record pertinent patient information according to hospital policy.
• Assist with feeding patients, provide between-meal nourishment and fresh drinking water, and encourage fluids when indicated.
• Assist with patients’ progressive ambulation using wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.
• Administer enemas and douches, insert rectal tubes, and document these activities appropriately.
• Apply ace bandages and elastic stockings; fill hot water bottles, ice bags, pads, and humidifiers.
• Care for Foley catheters and Levine tubes as instructed by a nurse.
• Apply condom drains, scrotal suspensatories, unsterile compresses, and binders.
• Provide postmortem care and transport bodies to the morgue.
• Apply restraints and siderails to help ensure patient safety.
• Observe isolation techniques and provide direct care to patients in isolation.
• Assist with colostomy care and set up orthopedic appliances.
• Run errands, deliver messages, and answer the telephone.
• Maintain a safe environment, report safety hazards, and prepare incident reports.
• Prepare patients for surgery, x-rays, and other therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
• Prepare patients for examinations and treatment by providing appropriate equipment and supplies, adjusting lights, remaining with patients unless relieved, and cleaning and restocking the area.
• Help orient new patients to their surroundings.
• Help maintain sanitary and safe environments in service and nursing areas.
• Participate in team conferences, in-service education programs, and staff meetings.
• Assist other hospital employees as needed, including returning patients from the Recovery Room or x-ray when indicated.
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED