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Assists nursing personnel in provision of basic care for patients and necessary unit tasks and functions in compliance with The Nurse Connection policies, and procedures, applicable health care standards and New York State Department of Health.
Job Responsibility
Personal care functions including: Bathing (bed, tub, shower or sponge bath), Skin Care, Toileting (bedpan, urinal, commode and/or toilet), Grooming (shampoo, nailcare & shaving), Oral Hygiene (denture care), Assist with dressing and undressing
Assists with feeding of patients
Measuring and recording intake and output
Weigh patients using upright, chair and bed scale
Assists in turning and positioning of patients
Proper transfer techniques
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge for safe use of medical equipment (cane, crutches, walkers, Hoyer Lift, side rails, brace, splints, oxygen)
Helps keep patients rooms clean and supplied
Make and change beds (unoccupied and occupied)
Transports patients, supplies and equipment as needed
Assists nurses and other personnel as needed
Ambulate patients who require minimal assistance
Simple, non-sterile dressings
Perform skin assessment and notify RN of any abnormalities in skin integrity
Applies heat or cold compresses as directed by a RN
Answer patients calls and takes appropriate action
Collects and labels specimens (urine, stool, sputum)
Measures and records vital signs/weights and reports variations in vital signs to RN
Immediately reports any changes in clients condition or incidents to the Nursing Supervisor
Participates in case conferences with other members of the healthcare team as appropriate
Maintains confidentiality in relation to all clients, healthcare staff and documentation
Meets annual inservice requirements in accordance with Agency policy and state regulations
Maintains and enhances skill through attending appropriate staff development training
Appearance is professional and complies with agency dress code
Maintains a cooperative manner towards client/family and all members of the healthcare team
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
Completion of an accredited Nurse's Aide program
Six consecutive full time months of CNA experience post certification in long term care preferred
Current and valid NYS Certification for Nursing Assistants preferred