Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients; provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served; reports observations; contributes to the efficient functioning of the unit; all duties are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values.nnWork Shift: Night Shift 6p-6:30a, 3 shifts per week, every 3rd weekend and every 3rd holidayn Minimum Qualifications: Education: •tHigh School Diploma or GED preferred. Licensure/Certification/Registry: •tOne of the followings required: otCertified Nurse Assistant (CNA) otEnrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed. otMinimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience performing the essential responsibilities of the nursing assistant role. •tSuccessful completion of Nursing Team Orientation, unit-based orientation and clinical competency validation tool required within three (3) months of hire. •tCPR certification required or obtained during Nursing Team Onboarding. Experience: 1.tEmbodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values: •tSAFETY: Prevent Harm - I will put safety first in everything I do. I will speak up, without fear, on matters of patient and colleague safety. I will take action to create an environment of zero harm. •tQUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I will continually advance my knowledge and skills. I will seek out continuous improvement opportunities. I will deliver evidence-based care that leads to excellence in outcomes. •tINTEGRITY: Show respect and Compassion - I will respect others and show compassion. I will behave honesty and ethically. I will be accountable for my attitude, actions and health. •tSTEWARDSHIP: Reduce Waste - I will use resources wisely and maintain financial stability. I will work together to coordinate care and services across the health system. I will promote healthier communities. 2.tPerforms and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients as directed by the Registered Nurse. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following: •tProvides hygiene and comfort measures assuring privacy and preventing undue exposure. otProvides or assists patient with bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care, shaving, etc. otAssures that linens are dry, wrinkle free and the patient is comfortable. otProvides handwashing opportunity before and after meals, toileting, etc. •tActivity otAssists with patient’s activities including ambulation, chair dangling and repositioning; uses proper body mechanics, positioning techniques and assistive devices. otAssists patient with activities as outlined in interdisciplinary plan of care. •tNutrition otServices and collects food trays and nourishments. otRecords percentage of diet intake. otFeeds or assists patients as necessary. otRecords intake. Reports deviations from normal. •tElimination otProvides bed pan/urinal. otPerforms perineal and foley care. otAdministers enemas. otPerforms bladder catheterization/care (straight and foley) and discontinues as directed. otPerforms ostomy care (ileostomy, colostomy), including application of appropriate appliances. otRecords output. Reports deviations from normal. •tOther Related Needs: otAssists with post-mortem care. otAssists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients. otPromptly responds to patient call light or requests (usually in less than 10 minutes). 3.tPerforms and documents monitoring procedures; observes and reports the patient response. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following: •tObtains vital signs (BP and TPR) and reports deviations. •tObtains weight (standing, chair or bed scale). Reports deviation from previous weight. •tEmpties drainage collection devices. •tPerforms blood glucose monitoring. •tObserves and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance. 4.tPerforms therapeutic measures/procedure, observes and reports changes, deviations from normal. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following: •tApplication of heat; i.e., K-pad. •tApplication of cold; i.e., ice bags, sponge baths. •tObtains routine and sterile specimens. •tAssists with patient preparation for surgical, therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures. •tApplies non-sterile dressing changes as directed. •tDiscontinues peripheral IVs as directed. •tPreps skin and applies telemetry patches. •tRecords all interventions; observes and reports the patient response, changes and/or deviations from normal parameters. 5.tMaintains safety and security of patient/family/self/others, observing safety precautions, and promoting a sense of security and well-being. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following: •tConducts purposeful hourly rounding as a team member inquiring of the Four Ps (Pain, Potty, Possessions, and Positioning). •tFollows standard precautions. Always washes hands between patients. Always cleans equipment between patients. •tReports equipment malfunctions. •tAssists in keeping patient rooms/corridors free of clutter. Cleans fluid spills. •tUses proper body mechanics in moving, transferring and transporting patients. •tPositions side rails appropriate to the patient’s condition. •tApplies and maintains restraining devices as directed. •tInteracts with patients/visitors/others in a courteous and respectful manner. •tFully explains procedures to patients/families prior to performing. •tAssures patient privacy/rights/confidentiality. •tRecognizes and reports patient concerns; offers constructive solutions. 6.tPromotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following: •tSkilled in computer messaging, obtaining results. •tCompletes assigned aspects of unit inventory management. •tComplies with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. •tUses designated lines of communication and authority. •tSupports efforts to reduce costs. •tConsistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently. •tMaintains cleanliness of unit, service area and equipment. •tCooperates with all members of the healthcare team. •tEnthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes. •tAccepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned. •tAdheres to MHS Behavioral Standards. 7.tPerforms additional unit specific tasks/care elements for which they have received specific instruction and demonstrated competence. 8.tPerforms other duties as assigned. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.