Nursing Tech II ARMC ED
Company: Cone Health
Location: Burlington
Posted on: June 20, 2022
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Job Description:
Overview:
Provides basic patient care according to the skills and competency
guidelines set by the N.C. Division of Facility Services and the
North Carolina Board of Nursing, Nurse Aide Central Registry.
Provides patient care under the supervision of the Nurse, reporting
observations, and documenting within the scope of practice into the
EMR. May have access to non-controlled medication storage areas on
the patient care areas if and only when their job responsibilities
require that access, such as transferring non-controlled substance
medications from one storage location site to another or when
helping other licensed healthcare professionals retrieve
non-controlled substance medications.
Talent Pool: Nursing Support Responsibilities:
Performs direct patient care based on the requests & needs as
specified by patient & family, being age appropriate. Provides
personal attention for patients conducive to recovery by providing
assistance with activities of daily living: bathing, shaving, mouth
care, skin care & progressive mobility. Obtains accurate vital
signs & documents in timely manner. Reports findings outside normal
parameters to nurse for appropriate intervention. Keeps licensed
staff informed of all responsibilities on ongoing basis, ensuring
prompt notification in the event of a potential problem. Addresses
patient's quality of life issues in relationship to
nutrition/hydration/elimination by meeting department competencies
providing assistance with meal set-up and/or feeds patients as
needed, distributing nutritional supplements & snacks according to
patients plan of care, monitor & document intake & output
accurately & notifying RN staff of observations as appropriate
(i.e. no bowel movement, diarrhea, concentrated urine), empties
foley catheters at end of shift & as needed. Performs intentional
hourly rounding & anticipates patient needs. Responds to needs of
all patients on the unit, not just in assigned group. Assists with
admissions, transfers, & discharges to support patient throughput.
Receives & responds to nurse delegation. Works with nurse to set
priorities when receiving multiple requests. Follows policy &
procedure when adding enternal feedings solution to existing
infusions (NG, gastrostomy). Assists in facilitating patient's
elimination needs by applying & removing condom catheters, performs
established ostomy care, administers douches, enemas & inserts
rectal tubes/flatus bags. Follows hospital policy & procedure when
performing procedures, catheter care, specimen collection, tube
feedings, sterile dressing changes, etc. Accurately performs duties
related to patient's plan of care, implements bladder & bowel
training, application of cold & hot packs, teds, etc.
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positive and efficient departmental atmosphere. Promotes patient
satisfaction through personal interaction, meeting patient needs in
a timely fashion. (Patient rounding as appropriate.). Provides a
clean and comfortable environment for patients. Assists with lost
or left behind patient belongings. Reports patient status,
patient/family concerns or unsafe conditions, as occur. Responds to
call lights/intercom/telephones. Directs questions and problems to
appropriate person, recognizing the need to seek assistance when
necessary. Provides assistance/support to patients and significant
others. Assists with bed assignments, transfers and discharges.
Monitors patient activity on and off unit. Collects non-controlled
medications, distributing to appropriate licensed personnel on the
unit. Observes Video Surveillance cameras. Communicates regarding
equipment maintenance and repairs. Assists with maintaining a clean
and safe environment.
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personal accountability. Responds appropriately to emergency
situations (Cone Health Codes) and demonstrates knowledge of how to
respond. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals (including
compliance with Infection Prevention, Hand Hygiene, etc.). Always
uses appropriate safety devices and techniques (examples: using
safe lift equipment and needle safe devices; pushing carts;
correctly lifting copy paper). Protects all confidential
information and obeys all HIPAA regulations. Adheres to all
organizational and departmental policies and procedures, including
dress code and attendance. Documents time accurately using Kronos.
Completes all departmentally required education, competencies,
and/or proficiencies.
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clerical activities. May need to assist with scheduling follow up
appointments for patients. Enters charges and maintains accurate
accommodation codes. Helps meet regulatory compliance standards;
Refrigerator temps, track device day data, daily BCA checks, safety
rounds, appropriate CHL audits. Makes sure fall risk patients have
correct armbands and correct color of socks, as well as correct
signage and monitors bed alarm compliance. Maintains adequate
paperwork concerning patient information (Patient logs, Patient
Labels, Transfer/Admission logs) and communication with physician
practices. Maintains proper inventory levels on all supplies and
other items necessary for the operation of the department. Assists
in maintaining unit inventory of supplies, equipment, nourishments,
and instruments and office supplies. Requests supplies from
portable equipment - Compression Stockings, IV pumps, etc.
--------------------------------------------------Qualifications:
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent, Required
EXPERIENCE:
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING: REQUIRED NAI - Nurse Aid
I NAII - Nursing Assistant II BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA
Healthcare Provider Currently listed and in good standing, as a
Nurse Tech II with the North Carolina Board of Nursing, and as a
Nurse Tech I with the NC Nurse Aide Registry required.
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Keywords: Cone Health, Burlington , Nursing Tech II ARMC ED, Healthcare , Burlington, North Carolina
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