PRN Nursing Assistant

The Nursing Assistant performs designated tasks in the provision of age-appropriate care for patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

• Obtains and documents reported height and weighs patient on admission and documents.

• Turns and positions patients every 2 hours as indicated, using proper body mechanics.

• Assists and promotes activity, ambulation, up in chair and other activities as ordered.

• Assists patients with personal hygiene, including as showering, bathing, shaving, shampooing, perianal-care, catheter care and oral care.

• Takes and records vital signs accurately within established time frame.

• Consistently performs hourly rounds to ensure patient safety and promote customer satisfaction.