• Accurately observes, records and reports patient information. Legibly and accurately documents care provided.
• Adheres to the standards of nursing care and the policies and procedures of the Hospital and Nursing Department. Carries out all responsibilities following Hospital safety guidelines for self, patient, visitors and employees.
• Assists patients with and/or provides efficient care related to activities of daily living.
• Completes orientation program and participates in learning activities to maintain and improve knowledge and skills.
• Contributes in a positive manner to the unit, department and hospital goals.
• Performs duties as assigned to facilitate a clean, safe, orderly unit and patient care environment.
• Performs routine patient care as needed under the direction and supervision of an RN/LVN.
• With manager approval, may perform specific skills after documented instruction.
• Recognizes and addresses age-appropriate and cultural needs when caring for patients. Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, families, staff and members of the community from diverse backgrounds.
• Transports patients safely in a manner that complies with Hospital guidelines.
• Specific task but NOT limited to: transporting patients from Pre-op to OR, from other units within the organization to Pre-op, bring patients back to Pre-op, collect vital signs and report to RN/LVN, help organize and prepare unit for patient care.

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