Training: Geriatric Nursing Assistant - Kramer, United States - Radiant Ventures

Radiant Ventures

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Kramer, United States

3 weeks ago

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Meredith Sinclair

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Description

Responsibilities

As a nursing assistant, you will support elderly people in managing the small things in everyday life and enjoying life for as long as possible.

In the hospital, you will assist patients in need of care with tasks such as eating and personal hygiene, and regularly reposition them.

During home visits, you will measure blood pressure and pay special attention to ensuring that patients with dementia drink regularly and take their medication as directed by their doctor.

You may also accompany residents in nursing homes to doctor's appointments or government agencies.

In addition to your practical help, your ideas for leisure activities are also in demand. To keep your clients active, you will take them on outings, offer exercise classes, or organize game sessions.

As a point of contact and trusted person, you will always have an open ear for the questions, wishes, and concerns of the elderly and their families.

Nursing assistants are hands-on all-rounders with diverse tasks.

While working under the guidance of registered nurses, you will independently and responsibly carry out nursing measures and daily activities.

Nursing assistance is a highly responsible task that requires solid expertise and great empathy.

During your training, you will learn how to respond to the needs and wishes of older people, organize their daily lives, and perform nursing measures.

You will also learn about legal and institutional framework conditions, as well as anatomy, hygiene, and disease theory. Stress management and how to handle