Job Description
Assists in providing patient care and treatment in accordance with the Division of Nursing Standards. Promotes mobility and safety for all patients on unit. Supports purposeful rounding and maintains environment to minimize the risk for falls. Participates in turning schedules for patients at risk of pressure injuries. The age of population served is neonate to geriatric or as defined in unit-specific structural standards in the assigned area.
Qualifications
Education & Training:
High School diploma or equivalent. Certified by the Maryland State Board of Nursing as a Nursing Assistant required. Current BLS required.
Work Orientation & Experience:
Two (2) years’ experience as Certified Nursing Assistant. Experience in acute care is preferred.
Skills & Abilities: Ability to: a) read, write and comprehend medical terminology; b) effectively convey verbal and written information; c) follow directions; d) perform simple mathematical calculations correctly; e) respond to emergency situations appropriately; f) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospital, including all shifts; g) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; h) organize and manage time effectively, setting appropriate priorities; i) comply with OSHA standards; and j) understands and respects importance of patient privacy and confidentiality; k) develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team members, physicians, intra and inter-departments, hospital and nursing administration l) demonstrates competency with all safe patient handling equipment, proper body mechanics and patient mobility
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation