About this opportunity
Ridgeview lists this Nursing Assistant Ortho Surg opportunity in waconia, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Purpose of Job
This position is responsible for assisting nursing staff in direct and non-direct patient care functions at the direction of the professional nursing staff. This includes: Support with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including but not limited to assisting patients with eating, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, repositioning, patient vitals and glucose checks to promote comfort and maintain dignity.
Job Functions
Assists nursing staff in direct and non-direct patient care functions.
Obtains and articulates pertinent data in an objective manner.
Communicates pertinent patient information to the RN or LPN to assure continuum of care.
Documents the various aspects of care on appropriate forms according to RMC policies and procedures.
Performs Patient Safety Attendant functions as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
*Nursing Assistants under the age of 18 are not permitted to operate patient lifts.
Minimum Education/Work Experience
Possession of a nursing assistant certificate or completion of a Nursing Assistant or EMT course OR
One year of experience as a nursing assistant (six months of which must have been in one facility) OR
Enrollment in a school of professional nursing (LPN, RN, or NP programs) OR
An approved equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
Knowledge of basic computer functions
Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situation and diverse patient populations
Ability to work autonomously and as a team
Capable of making independent decisions with the use of good critical thinking and problem solving skills
Ability to work and multi-task in a high stress and fast paced environment
License/Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 30 days from hire
Preferred Qualifications Previous Nursing Assistant experience
Compensation
Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.
Benefits
Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available.
Worksite address
waconia, MN, 55387, US
Who can apply
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