Summary 

Perform a variety of nonprofessional nursing duties in the direct care of patients under the direct supervision of an RN/LPN. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for specific procedures and provide manual assistance as required. 

• Obtain and record patient data for medical records noting and informing RN/LPN of information collected. 

• Administer treatment and personal care procedures to patients including, but not limited to feeding, bathing, shaving, changing clothing, cleaning bed-making, assisting with ambulation, enemas, skin care, and bowel and bladder elimination; provide such care as required to meet the personal needs and comfort of assigned patients. 

• Participate in teaching activities by reinforcing teaching instructed by RN and/or physician as needed. 

• Assist physicians and nurses with physical examinations by helping position patients, changing the non-sterile dressing, and weighing patients. 

• Note and reports any changes in the patient’s condition to the RN or LPN 

• Take and records vitals signs, record I&O, apply ice bags, and administer douches and enemas. 

• Turn and position patients, set up and feed patients as necessary, and provide patients with fresh drinking water. 

• Perform finger sticks for blood glucose testing with appropriate training. 

• Assist with admission, discharge, and transportation of patients. 

• Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required. 

• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. 

• Clean assigned area; stock and replenish supplies and equipment as required. 

• Participate in own professional development by maintaining required skills validation and attending educational offerings. Supports the development of other staff and formal learners. 

• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. 

Education 

Completion of Certified Nurse Aide education program approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing with a High School diploma or equivalent preferred. 

Experience

A minimum of 6 months' experience preferred 

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification 

Current Certified Nursing Assistant Certification from the DHSR, N.C. Health Care Personnel Registry. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

? Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatment to patients. 

? Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene, and basic health and safety precautions applicable to work in a hospital. 

? Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions. ? Able to withstand prolonged standing and walking with the ability to move or lift at least 50 pounds. 

? Ability to understand English and follow oral and written instructions. ? Ability to document and communicate pertinent information. 

? Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and hospital staff.