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- Assists with the maintenance of unit supplies to ensure the smooth function of the unit, including stocking nurse servers, cleaning instruments and equipment, ordering supplies, and making up charts.
- Collects data on assigned patients as directed by Registered Nurse (RN) and ensures accurate documentation.
- Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills as outlined in the skills checklist including: measurement of vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and measuring and recording intake and output.
- Performs or assists patients with the activities of daily living. Prepares patients for transportation and/or transport.
- Escorts patients to prep/recovery room
- Obtains and documents vital signs
- Assists the RN, provides care to patients that is within their scope as directed by the RN
- Endoscope reprocessing
- Escorts patients to car in wheelchair after discharge
- Completes daily tasks of the unit- making beds, organizing department, stocking supplies
- Completes discharge follow up calls
Health Care Tech/CNA- Digestive Health - Urbana, United States - Carle Foundation Hospital
Description
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Health Care Technician (HCT) functions as a support to the licensed nursing staff and performs activities related to the personal care and hygiene needs of an assigned patient group.