Description

Description Assists the professional staff with the delivery of services to patients in a variety of settings. Provides direct patient care, and/or one to one observation to selected patients under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse. Assists, escorts and transports patients. Responsibilities A. Clinical/Technical/Service Assists the professional staff with the delivery of services to patients in a variety of settings Provides direct patient care, including all vital signs, pulse oximetry and assist with ADL. Performs Patient observations: Safety and Constant/One to One observation to selected patients under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse Assists, escorts and transports patients Performs and assists with designated procedures, using aseptic technique as indicated Assists with patients’ examinations Obtains and provides nourishment for patients Provides minor treatments as directed - dressings, application of ace bandages, applications of slings and ice, pediculosis Assists with application of casts and splints Prepares, adjusts and teaches the use of crutches and canes Is cognizant of the ...