Nursing Assistant Cert, Homecare Aides, FT, Day

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Job Summary

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapist, assumes responsibility for the collection of data related to patient status, performance of basic nursing procedures and therapeutic exercises, on-going collection and documentation of patient data; assistance with treatments and procedures and assistance with maintenance of patient care equipment.

Accountabilities

Provides age-appropriate patient care based upon individualized plan of care as directed by the Registered Nurse (or Licensed Professional) including the patients physical, emotional needs, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial and educational needs

Demonstrates effective use of time and resources in the delivery of assigned patient care Adheres to policies related to patient rights, confidentiality and customer service standards

Demonstrates effective communication skills in collaboration with other health team members to ensure optimal functioning of the Agency Performs basic nursing procedures and other specific tasks and treatments including thermal application, non-sterile soaks, application of simple dressings, perineal care, foot care and therapeutic exercise

Documents and reports patient status and condition which may include vital signs, intakes and out puts, etc. to appropriate RN, PT, OT, ST Adheres to established department policies, procedures, safety, environmental and infection control standards

Practices within guidelines of all applicable regulatory agencies Identifies opportunities for process improvement and participates in on-going process improvement activities

Maintains and / or ensures adequate maintenance of patient medical records and treats as confidential Maintains skills, agency-based competencies and completes annual mandatory continuing education requirements for certification

Provides comfort and pain management measures Completes required Agency documentation accurately to include documentation of care, charge tickets and mileage reimbursement

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities This is a non-management job that report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

Education - High School diploma or equivalent Experience - 1 year CNA Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses CNA - SOUTH CAROLINA CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (Lawson Code NCNA) SCDL - South Carolina DRIVERS LICENSE (Lawson Code LSCD) Other Required Skills and Experience Evidence of current auto insurance CPR/BLS certification Knowledge of office equipment Vitals Work Shift Day (United States of America) Location Baptist Facility Home Health - Midlands Department Homecare Aides Share your talent with us!

Our vision

is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.