Registry Student Nrse Asst II, Fall 2024
Company: Emory Healthcare
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: October 8, 2024
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Job Description:
DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION: The nursing student is responsible
for providing nursing assistance and performing basic nursing
procedures to groups of patient with assigned nursing department,
under the supervision, guidance and direction a registered nurse.
In addition, the nursing assistant can gain additional clinical
practice to enhance their preparation as future licensed nurse
responsibilities, under the continuous direct on-sire supervision
of a register nurse( for nursing care beyond that performed by
nursing assistants once deemed competent for nursing assistant
related tasks); interprets plan of medical care and provides input
on the nursing care plan and assist in the following provided they
have been deemed clinical competent by nursing instructor. Provides
personal care including baths, shampoo, shave, back rub, position
changes, makes beds, prepares patients for meals, feeds patients,
and passes ice water. Answers call lights and bells promptly to
meet patient needs. Collects specimens, stool, urine, sputum, etc.
Collects inputs and output and records appropriately. Greets
visitors, answers telephone, screen calls, and takes appropriate
information and messages and distributes to appropriate employee to
meet the caller's needs. Collects and records temperature and vital
signs on patient. Obtain and records pertinent information per
hospital policy. Assess presence and extent of pain of patient and
family information with RN and understand what steps to alleviate.
Assist and/or feeds patients, provides between meal nourishments,
provides fresh drinking water and encourages fluids when indicated.
Assist in progressive ambulation of patients by gate belt,
wheelchair, stretcher and bed. Administers enemas and douches as
indicated and documents appropriately. Operates converter chair,
lifts, scales, beds, stretchers, and wheelchairs. Applies ace
bandages, ted hose and elastic stockings, and sequential
compression devices. Assist with oxygen support and incentive
spirometer. Discontinues Foley catheters. Assist RN with restraint
devices and side rails to ensure safety of patient. Observes
isolation techniques and provide direct care to patients in
isolation. May serve as a patient sitter. Assist in ostomy care and
education. Set up orthopedic appliances. Performs nursing functions
requiring skills and judgement (supervised by RN). Maintains and
records and reports necessary information in regard to patient
care. Confers periodically, with RN on activities of the nursing
staff and matters that relate to patient care. Assist in patient
and family education by the RN. Serves as a liaison between the
patient and other members of the health care team. Prepares patient
for surgery and other therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
Maintains a safe environment for patient care. Observes IV site and
appearance, may remove peripheral IVs, performs peripheral IV line
dressing changes and simple wound care. Attends bedside report,
daily huddle, and inter-disciplinary rounds. Maintains clerical and
related unit supplies, places orders and replenish stock. Locate
unit and system policies and procedure's repository (Policy
Manager)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: One year of experience which
includes direct patient care, OR the successful completion of a
nursing assistant training course, or currently enrolled in an
accredited BSN RN or Associate RN program and completion of 2
clinical rotation. Clerical experience and experience with various
computer applications Preferred. BLS certification
required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of
the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday;
(frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly);
Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to
frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work
(computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary
depending on assigned work area and work tasks.ENVIRONMENTAL
FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary
depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental
exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen
exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors;
Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold
Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient
care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be
required; Use of personal protective equipment, including
respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on
assigned work area and work tasks.Additional DetailsSupporting a
diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is
dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all
individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national
origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual
orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's
status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated
above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and
celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all
individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration
and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory
Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce
through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all
aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions,
transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary
administration, benefits, and training.
Keywords: Emory Healthcare, Roswell , Registry Student Nrse Asst II, Fall 2024, Other , Atlanta, Georgia
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