Nurse Aide, Wilkes-Barre Rehab Hospital; PT nights

Overview

GENERAL

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Unit Manager, Supervisor or delegate in charge of the team/unit, the NA assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients, and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment.

The NA must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit — adolescent through geriatric. The Nurse Aide must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span to provide the care needed as described in the Nursing Department's policies and procedures.

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and provide basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment.

Type of supervision exercised: none. Jobs reporting to this position: none.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Work Experience: Experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Special Employment Requirements: Must be sixteen years of age or older.
• Must be CPR certified or willing to become CPR certified.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors or other hospital personnel.
• Must maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Must successfully pass Certified Rehabilitation Nursing Assistant test within orientation period.
• Required to float between units and locations.