Requisition ID: 52222

Location: Presence Resurrection Med

Location Address:
7435 West Talcott, Chicago, IL 60631 United States (US)

Daily Hours: 8
Standard Hours: 0
Employment Status: PRN / Registry
Employment Type: Regular
Shift: Day
FLSA: N

SUMMARY

The Nursing Assistant performs various duties under the direction and supervision of a professional licensed nurse to assist the nursing staff in meeting patient treatment and care requirements. All duties are carried out in accordance with the established policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides direct patient care as assigned by the licensed nurse and communicates patient's response.

Performs routine procedures e.g. blood glucose monitoring, vital signs, heights, weights, intake and output and the collections of urine, stool and sputum specimens.

Documents care per departmental standards in electronic medical record.

Assists with patients' activity and providing a safe environment. Observes patients while performing delegated tasks and reports significant findings regarding patient safety, personal needs and changes in patient's condition to the licensed nurse.

Promotes and maintains an atmosphere for patient comfort. Keep patient's room clean and orderly. Replenishes patient's supplies as needed. Identifies patient/family education needs and reports them to the licensed nurse.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Computer Skills

Knowledge of EPIC preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Business Unit: Presence Resurrection Med Cntr
Department Name: 4 NW RMC