Nursing Assistant - Anderson, United States - AnMed

Description

4 Center is AnMed's 30-bed Med-Surg Unit that primarily focuses on urology, renal, and medical oncology patients. AnMed earned accreditation by the DNV for Top Performers on Key Quality Measures for excellence in surgical care and accreditation with Commendation from the Commission on Cancer. Many team members have over 20 years of experience and take pride in supporting one another. If you are looking for a team that values growth and empowers its staff, then a better career starts here

SUMMARY:

Provides quality patient care under the supervision and direction of licensed nursing personnel. Provides direct or indirect nursing care to patients from pediatrics to geriatric populations in the hospital setting.

• Provides personal care such as bathing, skin care, turning and positioning, and toileting needs.
• Assists patients with meals, ambulation and other activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Obtains and documents vital signs and reports abnormal results to the patient's nurse.
• Measures and records intake, output, height and weight.
• Participates in hourly rounds on patients, assessing pain, positioning, potty (toileting needs), placement of personal items and call light within reach, and VTE prophylaxis in place.
• Communicates learning needs to charge nurse or nurse manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Nursing Assistant:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Previous experience (preferred)

Patient Care Technician (PCT):

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Completion of approved Nursing Assistant training course required

*RN students may be eligible to be considered for Student Nurse Technician opportunities. Students must be able to provide a copy of their college transcript showing successful completion of class requirements.