About this role
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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
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
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