Nursing Assistant FT Home Health

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.Job SummaryUnder the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapist, assumes responsibility for the collection of data related to patient status, performance of basic nursing procedures and therapeutic exercises, on-going collection and documentation of patient data; assistance with treatments and procedures and assistance with maintenance of patient care equipment.Accountabilities
•   Provides age-appropriate patient care based upon individualized plan of care as directed by the Registered Nurse (or Licensed Professional) including the patient's physical, emotional needs, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial and educational needs.
•   Demonstrates effective use of time and resources in the delivery of assigned patient care.
•   Adheres to policies related to patient rights, confidentiality and customer service standards.
•   Demonstrates effective communication skills in collaboration with other health team members to ensure optimal functioning of the Agency.
•   Performs basic nursing procedures and other specific tasks and treatments including thermal application, non-sterile soaks, application of simple dressings, perineal care, foot care and therapeutic exercise.
•   Documents and reports patient status and condition which may include vital signs, intakes and out puts, etc. to appropriate RN, PT, OT, ST.
•   Adheres to established department policies, procedures, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Practices within guidelines of all applicable regulatory agencies.
•   Identifies opportunities for process improvement and participates in on-going process improvement activities.
•   Maintains and / or ensures adequate maintenance of patient medical records and treats as confidential.
•   Maintains skills, agency-based competencies and completes annual mandatory continuing education requirements for certification.
•   Provides comfort and pain management measures
•   Completes required Agency documentation accurately to include documentation of care, charge tickets and mileage reimbursement. Supervisory/Management ResponsibilitiesThis is a non-management job that report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.Minimum RequirementsCompletion of a nursing assistant or patient care tech program.Required Certifications, Registrations, LicensesCNA - NURSING ASSISTANTValid driver's license, an acceptable five-year motor vehicle record as defined by the Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Chart, and a certificate of auto insurance.In Lieu Of The Minimum Requirements Noted AboveIn lieu of school verification of a nursing assistant training course, will accept current or former South Carolina CNA certification as proof of completed state required training at time of hire.Other Required Skills and Experience
•   Evidence of current auto insurance
•   CPR/BLS certification
•   Knowledge of office equipment
•   VitalsWork ShiftDay (United States of America)LocationHome Health Roper MTFacility1021 Home Health - UpstateDepartment Home NursingShare your talent with us. Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.