Nursing Care Assistant - Med Surg - PRN

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital

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The Nursing Assistant (NA) is a patient care support partner with the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and performs work as delegated by the RN or LPN. The NA provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination. The individual in this position is expected to perform basic care and comfort standards as well as have knowledge of the patient population needs in the assigned work area.

The NA is expected to assist the RN/LPN in the care of acutely ill patients, practice medical asepsis, respect dignity and privacy of patients, respond appropriately during emergencies, maintain patient/family environment, perform general unit upkeep, order and maintain unit equipment, and document patient care accurately in the electronic health record.

Prepare patients, equipment and supplies for specific procedures. Obtain and record patient data for medical records. Administer treatment and personal care procedures including feeding, bathing, hair care, changing clothing, nail care, bed-making, ambulation, enemas, skin care, and bowel and bladder elimination. Assist providers and nurses with physical examinations, take vital signs, record I&O, apply ice bags, note and report changes in patient condition.

Turn and position patients, feed patients, apply finger sticks for blood glucose testing, document and notify RN/LPN. Assist with admission, discharge and transportation of patients. Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment. Collect, deliver and conduct routine tests on patient specimens. Clean assigned areas and replenish supplies. Participate in professional development and support other staff.

Working knowledge of procedures and techniques for routine and special treatments. Knowledge of sanitation, hygiene, infection control and safety precautions. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl and climb all day. Must lift or move objects and patients over 35 pounds with assistance or equipment. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, document using computer or paper tools, and establish effective relationships with patients and staff.

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