POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the nurse, performs basic patient care related tasks that contributes to the maintenance of a safe and comfortable patient environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent. Successful completion of Nursing Assistant course within one year.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: BLS certification required. Specialty certifications as required by each unit.

SKILLS: Must be able to pass skills competency checklist as required by each unit. Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.

EXPERIENCE: Six months in a healthcare related field preferred.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to: Director/Manager, Nursing Unit

ENVIRONMENT:

- Bloodborne pathogens - B

Works irregular hours. Multiple simultaneous activities around patient care. Exposure to infectious diseases and x-rays. Subject to varying unpredictable situations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle emergency/crisis situations, prolonged, extensive or considerable standing/walking. Has knowledge of and uses good body mechanics. Frequently lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients or equipment. Hearing and visual acuity within normal limits. Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination required.