Assists patients getting in and out of bed. Orients patient to call light and side rails, maintains accessibility and answers call light in a timely fashion. Stays with restless patients. Makes and instructs in the use of cough pillows. Assists in the collection of medical data, vital signs.
Assists the Registered Nurse with specific components of admission, transfer, and discharge of patients:
Preparation of the unit. Transferring patient to bed. Assembling patients' belongings. Accompanying patients as directed.
Assists the Registered Nurse with ADLs:
Partial bed baths, assistance with shower and sit baths, as appropriate for patient. Fills water pitchers and serves nourishments. Records intake and output.
Assists with collection of specimens. Documents vital signs and I&O on appropriate forms. Disposes of trash and linen on an ongoing basis. May be required to float, within competencies, to other units, as needed. Knowledgeable and compliant with infectious diseases policy and procedures:
Appropriately cares for patients on precautions. Uses protective measures as deemed appropriate. Separates infectious materials and disposes of them appropriately.
Complies with Patient Safety goals as set forth by the medical center. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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