Job Description

Why Beebe?:

Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence. 

Overview:

Under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse, the nursing assistant performs various duties in the care and treatment of patients in accordance with established methods and procedures of the Medical Center.

Responsibilities:

• Provides direct care to patients in accordance with their individualized care plans
• Assists patient with activities of daily living, including bathing, oral care, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Assist in transportation and transfer of patients, ensuring comfort and safety during movement
• Monitor and record vital signs, intake and output, and other patient data, reporting any abnormalities or concerns to nursing team
• Collection of specimens: Collects specimens following policy. Aware of specimens needed and is active in obtaining
• Accuchecks completed as directed
• Accurate and prompt documentation
• Assist with patient hygiene and comfort measures, including turning and repositioning patients to prevent pressure ulcers
• Support patients with feeding and hydration needs, adhering to dietary restrictions and assisting with mealtime activities. Removing trays in timely manner.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and promote positive patient outcomes
• Completes hourly rounds to assigned patients and anticipates patient needs. Responding promptly to call lights and patient requests
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families, demonstrating empathy and compassion in all interactions
• Maintain a clean and organized patient environment, including changing bed linens, stocking supplies, and ensuring cleanliness of patient rooms, and preparing rooms for admissions and transfers.
• Adhere to infection control protocols and hospital policies and procedures to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for patients and staff
• Participate in ongoing education and training to enhance skills and knowledge in patient care and hospital procedures

Qualifications:

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Competencies Skills:

• Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
• Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
• Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
• Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
• Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records

Credentials:

• BLS – Basic Life Saving Certification

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent

Other Information:

• A student nurse currently enrolled in nursing school that has completed one semester of nursing school to include clinical courses AND/OR have an active CNA license in Delaware.

Entry: USD $17.25/Hr. Max: USD $26.74/Hr.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Casual work

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