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Major Responsibilities :
Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated.
Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested.
Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings.
Ensures patient call light is always in reach of patient and answers call-lights promptly.
Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient / family to RN.
Documents appropriately. Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties which require lifting and pushing / pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices.
Performs tasks related to nutritional needs of the patient under direction of RN to include diet review, tray set up / removal, proper positioning and diet selection.
Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity to include proper repositioning and skin care. Ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices.
Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing as indicated using approved process for accurate specimen labeling and identification.
Maintains competency as required. Under direction of RN and as determined by site / unit requirements, may be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care and perform bladder scans.
Maintains working knowledge of EHR system and other computer systems for ordering patient and unit supplies and equipment.
Processes daily patient charges and / or related procedures through the system.
Facilitates communications required to support patient care, including the multiple-line telephone, unit / site paging and the hospital information system.
Screens incoming telephone calls. Monitors department office equipment and troubleshoots minor problems. Arranges repair of major malfunctions.
Compiles necessary chart forms for admissions, transfers, discharges and expirations. Obtains appropriate copies of medical records for transfers to nursing homes and other health care facilities.
Verifies medical records contain complete and accurate patient demographic information, patient identification and registration in the medical record, including appropriate level of care.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his / her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :
Education Required :
Experience Required :
None.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :
therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.
Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Last updated : 2024-04-28
Full Time
Skilled Nursing Services & Residential Care
$38k-49k (estimate)
04/30/2024
05/22/2024
advocatehealthllc.com
VENICE, FL
<25
2015
DARWIN R HALE
$10M - $50M
Skilled Nursing Services & Residential Care
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