• Work Status: As needed
  
• Department: Medical Surgical/Inpatient

Job Summary

The certified nursing aide performs various patient care activities and related non-professional services in caring for the personal needs and comforts of patients. He/she must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate patient care. He/she is accountable to the policies and procedures of Providence Medical Center.

Essential Functions

• Works under the direction of the RN and/or LPN but is held accountable to prioritize and carry out assigned duties and routine cares.
• Effective use of proper phone etiquette and takes thorough messages.  Uses a calm tone of voice, maintains helpful and courteous attitude during conversation and concludes the call with a positive closure. 
• Knows the patient's plan of care through attending report and verbal communication with members of the team.
• Greets others in a courteous and professional manner. Assists customers in finding their destination.
• Respects the privacy of patients, families and others, and maintains the confidentiality of patient and business information.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Federal & State standards and laws to maintain corporate compliance for both Providence Medical Center and the department (Medicare, Medicaid, EMTALA, HIPAA, JCAHO).
• Demonstrates knowledge of Patient/Resident Rights & Responsibility.
• Escorts newly admitted patients to their hospital rooms, provides necessary hospital clothing, and assist the patients in undressing and dressing.
• Stores patient clothing and valuables upon admission and returns the property to the patient upon discharge.
• Answers call lights for all patients regardless of assignment.
• Obtains vital signs, intake and output, and weight with accuracy.
• Completes and assists patients with skin, hair and nail care, a variety of baths, and mouth care including the cleaning of teeth and/or dentures.
• Repositions the patients per facility policy.
• Changes the bedding for patients daily, every other day or as needed.
• Completes hourly rounding as delegated by the charge nurse and completes electronic charting in a timely manner.
• Assists with meal trays, nourishments and feeding of patients.
• Provides the patient fresh water at shift change or as needed.
• Provides safe transportation of patients by wheelchair, cart or ambulation.
• Collects sputum, urine and stool specimens. Is able to instruct the patient on proper technique.
• Records cares provided from admission to discharge.
• Prepares patient room after dismissal for next patient.
• Collects and bags soiled linen and restocks linen as necessary.
• Is resourceful and calm in emergencies.
• Attends/participates in department meetings, in-services, and/or seminars. Attends/participates in 100% mandatory meetings. Completion of Care Learning on time.

Competencies

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge of fire safe environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of hazardous materials used in workplace and proper handling and storage.
• Demonstrates proper use of red bags.
• Demonstrates proper procedure of needle/sharp handling & disposal.
• Demonstrates knowledge of electrical safety.
• Demonstrates safe work habits, attitudes, and behaviors.
• Reports safety patient issues.
• Identifies and reports undesirable outcomes and/or near misses.
• Works collaboratively with co-workers within the Nursing department and those in other departments.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Qualifications

• Education: 

• • High school diploma or GED, preferred.
  • Must possess an active Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate.
  • Successful completion of a Nursing Aide Program required.
  • Must be 16 years of age or 18 years of age with operation of mechanical lift equipment.

• Experience: 

• • Previous experience in hospital or nursing home preferred.
• Computer Skills, preferred:
  • E-mail.
  • Microsoft Word.
  • Microsoft Excel.

Help us shape the future of Providence Medical Center and contribute to our continued growth!

• Mission: Providing Quality Healthcare in the Spirit of Christ.
• Vision: Being the Hospital and Employer of Choice.
• Values: Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork