Petersen Health Care is Hiring an Unit Aide Near Arcola, IL
Job Description
Job Description
Working under the direction and supervision of the Charge and Staff Nurses and the Certified Nurse’s Aides, a Unit Aide does not provide personal care but will assist the residents to assure safety and comfort. The Unit Aide follows the nurse’s instructions. A Unit Aide observes and reports changes in the resident’s physical, mental and social status to nurses to ensure the well-being of the resident. Responsibilities
Communication
Verbal
Communicates pertinent information throughout the tour of duty and at change of shift to the responsible nurse
Consistently communicates in a manner that demonstrates a positive and cooperative attitude
Non-Verbal
Utilizes appropriate and professional body language
Demonstrates receptivity though active listening
Resident Care Process
Assessment
Makes appropriate decisions regarding notifying the nurse responsible for the resident
Planning
Plans organization of assignment in order to complete assignment in a timely fashion
Implementation
Executes procedures consistent with interdisciplinary care plan, Petersen Health Care Procedure Manuals and that are within the scope of the role of the Unit Aide
Maintains appropriate supplies of gloves and other personal protective equipment
Assists in organizing residents drawers, closets and rooms
Cleans residents jewelry as needed or upon request
Verifies that all dentures, glasses and personal items are marked with proper resident’s name
Cleans wheelchairs and Geri-chairs on a regular basis and as needed
Passes ice water.
Answers call lights and notifies appropriate personnel of resident’s
Makes resident beds and provides appropriate linen as
Provides for the safety and security needs of the resident by:
Making frequent checks on residents and responding to the resident’s call for assistance in a timely and appropriate manner
Giving appropriate explanations
Maintaining communication devices (nurse call light, TV and telephone and other such equipment)
Utilizes techniques of infection control such as:
Frequent hand washing
Standard precautions and disease specific precautionary techniques
Listens to and hears resident and family anxieties and relays this information to the nurse
Role Involvement
Performs responsibilities in a cooperative manner under the guidance and supervision of professional nursing personnel. Uses time constructively and organizes assignments for maximum
Maintains current knowledge in the Mandatory Educational Activities as Fire Safety/Evacuation Procedures, Blood borne pathogens and proper body mechanics)
Demonstrates responsibility for own Standard of Practice
Reporting for work as scheduled and on time
Adhering to facility policy regarding absenteeism and sick time
Avoiding work-related injuries through the application or proper practice techniques
Assumes responsibility for personal appearance by adhering to the Petersen Health Care dress code