Traverse City, MI12 days ago
Performs the following or similar patient-care tasks in accordance with the plan of care developed by the RN: Temperature, pulse and respiration, Sponge, tub, shower and/or bed baths; shampoo in sink, tub, shower and/or bed, Oral hygiene, nail and skin care, back rubs; assist with use of bedpan or urinal, Making an occupied bed, Range of motion exercises, positioning, transferring, ambulating, Performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services, Assistance with ambulation or exercise, Assistance with medications that are ordinarily self-administered, as set up by the caregiver/family, Setting up meals, assistance with feeding in accordance with facility policies (when applicable), Assists patients with light household services essential to health care at home. Interacts and communicates with patients, caregivers, interdisciplinary team (IDT) team members, volunteers, and external customers.