Location: Greenville,SC, USA
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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 patient's 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
Completion of a nursing assistant or patient care tech program.
Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
CNA - NURSING ASSISTANT
Valid driver's license, an acceptable five-year motor vehicle record as defined by the Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Chart, and a certificate of auto insurance.
In Lieu Of The Minimum Requirements Noted Above
In lieu of school verification of a nursing assistant training course, will accept current or former South Carolina CNA certification as proof of completed state required training at time of hire.
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
Home Health Roper MT
Facility
1021 Home Health - Upstate
Department
10217400 Home Nursing
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