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Under the direct supervision of the RN, The Nursing Assistant provides basic patient care.
Assists with data collection
Performs accurate measurements and recording of vital signs and intake and output
Able to care for patients in restraints
Documents accurately all cares provided to include date, time of entry, signature and title.
Demonstrates consideration of patient rights including confidentiality, privacy, safety, patient participation in the plan of care, and the right to considerate and respectful care.
Answers call bells prompty
Introduces self to patient
Makes round every two hours to determine patient needs
Understands role in the following:
Code Blue
Code Red (location of fire extinguisher and fire alarm)
Haz Mat spills
Code Pink (infant abduction)
Disaster plan and evacuation route
Follows the National Patient Safety Goals
Uses the two patient identifiers when caring for patients
Washes hands before and after patient care
Follows Infection Control Policies
Promptly communicates change in patient condition to team leader as appropriate, Including but not limited to:
Abnormal vital signs
Altered level of consciousness
Patient complaints of pain and distress
Execessive of insufficient intake and/or output
Changes in skin condition (redness, skin breakdowns etc.)
Patient falls
Assists co-workers as needed
Recieves report from RN upon arrival and provides report to the RN prior to going off duty

BLS
CA CNA License
CNA Experience in Hospital Acute Care Facility

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