Nursing Assistant Full-time

Cardiology Telemetry Unit Nursing Assistant DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: * The Nursing Assistant provides physical patient care in a safe manner under the direction of the Licensed Nurse. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: * Demonstrates competency in use of technology and computers for patient charting and related functions. * Provides physical patient care in a safe manner under the direction of the Licensed Nurse. * Performs or assists patient with activities of daily living (showering, bathing, dressing, feeding, activity). * Communicates abnormal variances of data (vital signs, pain, etc) to appropriate staff. * Collects information regarding patient/patient condition: vital signs, intake and output, food intake. * Consistently utilizes basic decision making skills to complete routine tasks. * Participates in best practices in a consistent and positive manner; huddles, hourly rounding, bedside reporting, Service Excellence, and the use of the white boards. * Collaborates with unit staff to provide coordinated patient care. * Utilizes unit specific equipment competently. * Competently performs unit specific procedures. * Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementation of Unit PI plan. * Makes suggestions/recommendations for improved operations. * Follows established hospital/department safety policies. * Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that professionals and patients/individuals bring to interactions. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE * High school graduate/GED preferred Prior experience as a Nursing Assistant in a hospital setting may be used as a substitute to the education requirement. * Graduate of an approved Nursing Assistant Training Program preferred. * CPR certified preferred. * Basic computer skills. * Ability to communicate professionally with patient, family, peers and medical personnel; ability to exercise independent judgment. * Requires emotional stability and maturity; must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight; exhibits organizational and leadership ability. Physical Demands/Work Environment * Work requires a variety of physical activities, including moving about within and outside of all hospital properties for long periods of time. * Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergent situations. * May be required to assist in controlling disorderly conduct or combative patients. * Must be able to exchange accurate information with patient, family, peers and medical personnel. * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience Memorial is more than a slogan, its the care we provide our patients and its the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.