Under the supervision of a nurse, provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.
Responsibilities • Completes assigned nursing orders as directed by preceptor, including assisting patient with activities of daily living and taking vital signs. • Observes patient status and responses. • Documents and reports observations to preceptor or other appropriate staff. • Assists preceptor with development of care plan by reporting test results and patient observations. • Performs other tasks as assigned, including environmental services and preparing, transporting patients for diagnostic services.
Licensure, Certification, Registration Required Credentials • BLS Provider obtained within 1 month of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education • High school diploma or GED required. • Must be accepted or enrolled into a Nursing program upon date of hire transfer and begin classes within 90 days of date of hire transfer.
Work Experience None required.