Job Summary
To provide patient care under the direction of an RN in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of White River Medical Center and contribute to overall facility and unit improvement

Qualifications:

Certification as a Nursing Assistant: BLS, High School Graduate or GED Equivalent

Position Responsibilities:

Job Knowledge/Productivity Maintains clean, stocked and organized rooms and work environment Responds appropriately to urgent and emergent situations Properly and safely operates and manages equipment Compliance with Fall Precautions and Infection Prevention Protocols Ability to set priorities and complete tasks in a timely manner Communications Appropriately and clearly communicates to charge nurse, physicians and co-workers Treats all other staff, patients and families with respect and dignity Maintains a positive attitude. Notifies nurse of any findings out of normal range Verifies with charge nurse when leaving unit Dependability/Initiative Work and documentation is accurate and complete Appropriate scanning of supplies and patient arm bands Education/Development Present at staff meetings and in-services Completes unit meetings and posted education Hospital/Departmental Policies and Procedures Promotes the mission, vision and values of WRMC  Represents the organization in a professional and positive manner Follows WRMC Standard of Behavior Guest Relations At all times maintains patient privacy and abides by HIPPA Appropriate telephone and call light etiquette AIDET when approaching patients Patient Care Follows appropriate process for admitting a new ICU patient Monitors all alarms and call lights promptly and appropriately Assists with meals, bathing, ADL and any other patient care measures required Monitors temperatures, weights, I&O and accu-checks as ordered and assist with any other required patient monitoring and document appropriately Assists with any patient transfers and discharges Performs purposeful rounding on patients, complete PCT worksheet and document on white boards Attendance Punctual arrival for scheduled shift and present for shift huddle Abides by dress code policy Wears proper identification Follows and understands policies Essentials: Must be able to report to work fit for duty and free of any adverse effects of illegal drugs, medical marijuana, prescription medication, and/or alcohol.  Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with other individuals.