Job Function 01
Under the supervision and/or direction of a Registered Nurse, performs various duties in assisting with the care and treatment of patients in accordance with established policies and procedures of Newton Medical Center consistent with our organizations mission and vision. To perform. This job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Function: 02
ACCURATELY monitors patients’ vital signs, intake and output, according to procedure. Performs blood glucose monitoring as delegated by and under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Administers AM and/or PM care as appropriate. Provides general comfort measures to patients throughout the shift.
Makes rounds on patients, anticipates their needs, and answers/responds to call lights in a timely manner. Provides postmortem care. Safely assists patient in mobility functions, transfers, transports and discharges, identifying physical limitations unique to the patient population. Prepares patients for meals, assists or feeds patients, collects trays and records dietary intake. Reports mechanical or swallowing difficulties of the patient to the Registered Nurse. Distributes bedside nutritional supplements to patients. Collects and transports specimens as delegated by the Registered Nurse.
Assists other providers of the multi-disciplinary care team in providing CONTINUUM OF CARE. Reports any patient changes in condition or behavior to Registered Nurse. Provides input to patients plan of care. Assists with pre- and post-operative care such as preparing bed, positioning and vital signs. Handles all patient belongings from admission to discharge in a safe manner. Promotes a restraint free environment. Demonstrates knowledge related to applying and releasing safety devices/restraints under supervision of the Registered Nurse. Maintains knowledge and maintenance of equipment. Establishes and maintains an effective rapport with patient, family, nursing personnel, physicians, and personnel from other departments. Recognizes and responds to priorities in the patient care PROCESS.
Job Function: 03
Supports the Registered Nurse in providing emotional comfort to patient/family/significant other/guardian. Utilizes Nursing personnel for guidance in decision making. Utilizes principles of infection control and safety in establishing and maintaining a clean, safe and therapeutic environment of care. Applies principles of time management to daily routine. Maintains par levels of supplies and promotes orderliness in the workplace.
Job Function: 04
ASSUMES RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTAINING COMPETENCY AND FURTHERING SELF DEVELOPMENT
Completes annual age specific education for the adolescent, adult and geriatric patient. Demonstrates location and awareness of MSDS book and reviews content annually. Completes annual restraint training. Completes annual unit specific fire training. Completes annual oxygen safety training.
Completes Code Gray training annually (within 3 months of hire). Performs annual unit specific safety training. Maintains current healthcare provider BLS. OTHER Participates in unit activities such as patient care conferences, in-service education programs and quality assurance activities. Performs clerical duties as assigned. Supports and demonstrates scripting communication. Promotes a positive teamwork environment as evidenced by being receptive to change. Attends a minimum of six (6) unit meetings annually. Performs other essential duties fundamental to the JOB.