Responsible for assisting doctors/nursing staff in ensuring that the basic needs of each patient are met. Daily tasks might include things like feeding and cleaning the patient or monitoring vital signs and health. Principal Accountabilities:
Assists patients with activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, dressing
Obtains and records vital signs, weights, and heights
Assists patients with mobility: ambulation, transfer, discharges and ROM activities
Performs post mortem care
Performs EKG's, phlebotomy and blood glucose monitoring
Observes and reports changes in patients' condition to the RN
Maintains phlebotomy equipment and inventory
Other related duties as assigned.
Required:
HS Diploma or equivalent
Preferred:
Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
Patient, compassionate nature
Ability to operate as part of a team, alongside physicians and nurses
Proficiency in computer-based data management programs and information systems
EMT certification and/or nursing assistant certification