Nursing Tech I ARMC ONC MED SURG
Company: Cone Health
Location: Burlington
Posted on: September 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
SupportResponsibilities:Performs direct patient care based on the
requests and needs as specified by patient and family, being age
appropriate. Provides personal attention for patients that is
conducive to recovery by providing assistance with activities of
daily living: bathing, shaving, mouth care, skin care and
progressive mobility. Obtains accurate vital signs and documents in
timely manner. Reports findings outside normal parameters to nurse
for appropriate intervention. Keeps licensed staff informed of all
responsibilities on an ongoing bases, ensuring prompt notification
in the event of a problem or potential problem. Addresses patient's
quality of life issues in relationship to
nutrition/hydration/elimination by: Providing assistance with meal
set-up and/or feeds patients as needed, distributing nutritional
supplements and snacks according to patients plan of care, monitor
and document intake and output accurately and notifying RN staff of
observations as appropriate (i.e. no bowel movement, diarrhea,
concentrated urine), empties foley catheters at end of shift and as
needed. Performs intentional hourly rounding and anticipates
patient needs. Responds to needs of all patients on the unit, not
just in assigned group. Assists with admissions, transfers, and
discharges to support patient throughput. Receives and responds to
nurse delegation. Works with nurse to set priorities when receiving
multiple requests.
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Promotes a 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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Demonstrates 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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Performs 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,
RequiredEXPERIENCE:LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:REQUIRED
NAI - Nurse Aid I
BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider
Currently listed, in good standing, as Nurse Aide I with the North
Carolina, Division of Facilities Services.
PREFERREDRequired
Keywords: Cone Health, Burlington , Nursing Tech I ARMC ONC MED SURG, Other , Burlington, North Carolina
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