Nurse Technician
Arlington, TX - USA
Job Summary
The Nursing Assistant provides essential support to nursing staff by performing basic patient care duties assisting with daily living activities and ensuring a safe and clean environment for patients.
Essential Functions- Perform basic patient care tasks including hygiene grooming and mobility support.
- Provide general nursing care such as patient positioning lifting turning and use of assistive equipment.
- Assist with toileting using bedpans urinals commodes or ambulation.
- Take and document vital signs including temperature pulse respiration weight height and blood pressure as well as intake and output measurements.
- Assist in patient admission transfer and discharge including handling personal belongings.
- Maintain a clean and comfortable patient environment.
- Respond promptly to patient call lights telephone and paging systems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Effective communication and teamwork skills required.
Ability to prioritize patient needs in a fast-paced care setting.
Knowledge Skills & AbilitiesThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required.
Experience: Minimum six months of experience in an acute or long-term care facility preferred.
Certifications: CPR/BCLS certification required.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more