Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Rehab PRN Days

Major Responsibilities

Provides quality patient care duties within the scope defined by hospital policy and that are specific to the patient population served and as directed by the registered nurse, occupational therapist, physical therapist, or speech language pathologist. 5) Reviews dietary order to ensure patient is receiving proper diet, assists patient in menu selection, initiates reordering as needed under the direction of the registered nurse, passes water, provides proper tray set-up and patient positioning for meals with consideration to special needs, assists patient with meals including feeding, and monitors intake/output and provides accurate information for calorie amount. 10) Documents data in the electronic medical record as appropriate to scope of care provided. 7)Sets up patient room, opens bed, obtains admission kit, bedpan and urinal if indicated.

Orients patient/family to room, including physical layout of room, call light, bed functions, TV usage and telephone. Maintains patient environment that is safe based on age and developmental status; practices appropriate use of restraint policy, when necessary, under the supervision of the registered nurse. Assures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose, sequential compression devices, K-pads, etc. 8) Assures patient identification band placement.

Takes and clearly records vital signs, weight, height, intake and output (I/O), as directed and notifies RN with abnormal results. Collects and prepares specimens including stool, urine, and performs unit-based tests as patient needs indicate. Reports areas of pressure, redness, or abrasions on patient skin. Provides care of simple wounds, application of supplied dressing under the supervision of the registered nurse.

Removes simple IVs and saline locks as directed, provides site care and proper disposal of IV and tubing. Demonstrates ability to respond to emergency situations. 9)...