Nurse Assistant

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Responsibilities

• Functions under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Supports the licensed nursing staff.
• Performs activities related to the personal care and hygiene needs of an assigned patient group.
• Facilitates communication with other departments, visitors, patients, medical staff, and employees.
• Serves as a public relations liaison for the unit.
• Assists with the maintenance of unit supplies to ensure smooth function.
• Collects data on assigned patients as directed by Registered Nurse (RN) and ensures accurate documentation.
• Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills.
• Performs or assists patients with the activities of daily living.
• Prepares patients for transportation and/or transport.
• Performs vital signs on adult patients.
• Completes routine newborn screening exams.
• Types and files birth certificates.
• Schedules follow up appointments.
• Participates in hourly patient rounds.

About CARLE

Carle Health is a healthcare organization operating in Illinois, offering a wide range of services including clinical care, health insurance, research, and academics. They have a team of nearly 16,500 members providing high-quality care through eight hospitals, physician group practices, health insurance plans, and medical education institutions, with a focus on innovation, diversity, and community impact.