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Required Skills

• Sets up and cleans as appropriate in daily assigned position.
• Accurately follows patient meal guides and sets up trays.
• Passes trays in an accurate and friendly manner according to procedure.
• Follows sanitation procedures (bleach, water, gloves, labeling).
• Follows scraping, loading/unloading, storage and dating procedures as required.
• Prepares and labels patient nourishments accurately.
• Takes dish machine temperatures regularly.
• Accurately stores clean dishes and pans.
• Restocks cafeteria accurately and in a timely manner.
• Performs other related work as required or requested.

Required Skills

• Assesses patients’ nutritional status according to established standards.

• Obtains necessary information from the medical record to determine patient’s nutritional status

• Develops and documents nutritional care plans for patients of any age including neonate, child, adolescent, geriatric and terminally ill patients

• Develops and documents nutritional care plans based on the cultural orientation of the patient.

• Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• • • SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• • • COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• • • QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• • • EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

• Evaluates the results of nutritional intervention on the patient’s nutritional status to determine the need to revise the nutritional plan of care.

• Improves patient’s nutritional status by consulting with physician on appropriate nutritional interventions.

• Assists in developing and implementing patient nutrition care programs and ensures consistency of programs.

• Interacts professionally with patient/family. Provides nutritional teaching and counseling to patient/family in making desired changes in eating habits.

• Provide nutritional assessment and follow-up for nutritional support patients

• Screen inpatients not identified at risk when hospitalized for more than 7 days

• Collect performance improvement data.

• Provide training for diet office staff.

• Serve as preceptor for dietetics students

• Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

Required Skills

1. Develops and delivers patient nutrition education lectures on a routine basis.

1. Participates regularly with the multidisciplinary Bariatric Committee and Medical Weight Loss Committee which meet regularly to review program activities and resolve operational problems or concerns.

1. Provides clinical and outcomes data through program’s electronic database.

1. Utilizes facility electronic health record system for efficient production of evaluation reports and progress notes.

1. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:

• SAFETY: Prevent Harm – I put safety first in everything I do.  I take action to ensure the safety of others.

• COURTESY: Serve Others – I treat others with dignity and respect.  I project a professional image and positive attitude.

• QUALITY: Improve Outcomes – I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance.  I work with others to achieve superior results.

• EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste – I use time and resources wisely.  I prevent defects and delays.

1. Participates in ongoing educational events for health care professionals and the public related to bariatric surgery, medical weight loss, diabetes and wellness.

1. Develops and coordinates all aspects of the nutrition care plan for patients in the Weight Loss and Wellness Center, which may also include bariatric surgery patients.

1. Documents all aspects of nutrition care to ensure that regulatory agencies’ standards are met and to provide communication to all team members.

1. Arranges for follow-up nutrition care subsequent to discharge or transfer.

1. Nutrition plans show application of evidence-based medical nutrition therapy.

1. Monitors monthly lab results for post-operative bariatric patients as well as medical weight loss patients. Communicates results in a timely manner to patients and referring physician(s) and provides consultation to physicians as to plan of care.

1. Participates in support group activities for patients of the center.

1. Participates and leads cooking classes, grocery store tours and other community events related to Memorial Weight Loss and Wellness Center and Memorial Bariatric Services.

1. Contributes written nutrition education materials for program newsletters.

1. Participates in department quality improvement initiatives.

1. Collaborates with department and satellite location dietitian staff and director to ensure nutrition clinical pathways and protocols are standardized and compliant with current evidence based guidelines.

1. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

Required Skills

• Identifies with, shares in, and displays a commitment to the mission, philosophy, and objectives of the organization.  Demonstrates knowledge of the mission, gives consideration to the principles of the mission (core values:  Compassion, Ability, Respect, Excellence, and Service).
• Participates in and supports performance improvement and risk management activities.
• Requisitions, prepares, season, cooks and serves food.
  • Prepares or supervises washing, peeling, trimming, slicing, dicing, baking, broiling, steaming, seasoning and garnishing of food items.
  • Follows standardized recipes; prepares and cooks proper amounts needed with the proper ingredients.
  • Tests food by smelling, tasting and taking temperatures.
  • Displays and serves the food in an attractive and appetizing manner.
• Uses proper sanitation and safety procedures for utensils and equipment.
  • Ensures sanitation principles are followed.
  • Maintains work area and equipment in a clean, neat and orderly manner.
• Cooks food at optimum time for serving; anticipates quantity needed.  Labels food.
  • Reviews production worksheets to determine amounts of food to remove from storage and amounts of food to prepare.
  • Cooks for large special events.
  • Displays and serves food in attractive and appetizing manner.
  • Frequently questions mistakes on the work sheets and cooks more or less food accordingly.
• Controls waste.
  • Cleans vegetables and meats to minimize amount thrown away.
  • Labels and dates leftover foods; stores in shallow covered pans; rotates the food.
  • Reviews production worksheets; orders adequate but not excessive supplies.
  • Creatively uses leftovers to reduce waste.
• Assists other employees as needed.
  • Assists in training new employees.
  • Instructs room service and cafeteria employees with food usage.
• Promotes good customer relations.
  • Shares information about ingredients when asked.
  • Greets customers with a smile; lists menu items for undecided customers.
• Works well with deadlines; maintains composure in difficult and demanding situations and attempts solutions 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Identifies with, shares in, and displays a commitment to the mission, philosophy, and objectives of the organization.  Demonstrates knowledge of the mission, gives consideration to the principles of the mission (core values:  Compassion, Ability, Respect, Excellence, and Service).
• Participates in and supports performance improvement and risk management activities.
• Requisitions, prepares, season, cooks and serves food.
  • Prepares or supervises washing, peeling, trimming, slicing, dicing, baking, broiling, steaming, seasoning and garnishing of food items.
  • Follows standardized recipes; prepares and cooks proper amounts needed with the proper ingredients.
  • Tests food by smelling, tasting and taking temperatures.
  • Displays and serves the food in an attractive and appetizing manner.
• Uses proper sanitation and safety procedures for utensils and equipment.
  • Ensures sanitation principles are followed.
  • Maintains work area and equipment in a clean, neat and orderly manner.
• Cooks food at optimum time for serving; anticipates quantity needed.  Labels food.
  • Reviews production worksheets to determine amounts of food to remove from storage and amounts of food to prepare.
  • Cooks for large special events.
  • Displays and serves food in attractive and appetizing manner.
  • Frequently questions mistakes on the work sheets and cooks more or less food accordingly.
• Controls waste.
  • Cleans vegetables and meats to minimize amount thrown away.
  • Labels and dates leftover foods; stores in shallow covered pans; rotates the food.
  • Reviews production worksheets; orders adequate but not excessive supplies.
  • Creatively uses leftovers to reduce waste.
• Assists other employees as needed.
  • Assists in training new employees.
  • Instructs room service and cafeteria employees with food usage.
• Promotes good customer relations.
  • Shares information about ingredients when asked.
  • Greets customers with a smile; lists menu items for undecided customers.
• Works well with deadlines; maintains composure in difficult and demanding situations and attempts solutions 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

I. Performs and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients as directed by the registered nurse. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

A. Provides hygiene and comfort measures, assuring privacy and preventing undue exposure:

1. Provides or assists patient with bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care, shaving, etc.
2. Assures that linens are dry, wrinkle free and that patient is comfortable.
3. Provides handwashing opportunity before and after meals, toileting, etc.

B. Activity:

1. Assists with patient’s activities including ambulation, chair, dangling and repositioning; uses proper body mechanics, positioning techniques, and assistive devices.

C. Nutrition:

1. Serves and collects food trays and nourishments.

1. Records percentage of diet intake.

1. Feeds or assists patients as necessary. Records intake.

1. Reports deviations from normal.

1. Clears IV and Tube Feeding Pumps at end of each shift and documents appropriately.

D. Elimination:

1. Provides bed pan.

1. Performs perineal care.

1. Performs bladder catheter care and discontinues bladder catheter as directed.

1. Performs ostomy care (ileostomy, colostomy, urostomy) including application of appropriate appliances.

1. Records output. Reports deviations from normal.

E. Other related needs:

1. Assists with post-mortem care.

1. Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.

1. Promptly responds to patient call light or requests (usually in less than ten minutes).

II. Performs and documents monitoring procedures; observes and reports the patient response. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

A. Obtains vital signs (B/P and TPR).

B. Obtains weight in kg (standing, chair, or bed scale) and reports deviation from previous weight.

C. Empties drainage collection devices.

D. Performs blood glucose monitoring.

E. Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance.

III. Performs therapeutic measures/procedure, observes and reports changes, deviations from normal. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

A. Application of heat; i.e., K-pad.

B. Application of cold; i.e., ice bags, sponge baths.

C. Therapeutic baths; i.e. Sitz, Aveeno.

D. Obtains routine non-sterile specimens.

E. Assists with patient preparation for surgical, therapeutic, and/or diagnostic procedures.

F. Oxygen therapy (sets up/maintains/discontinues) as directed.

G. Applies nonsterile dressing as directed.

H. Discontinues peripheral IV as directed.

I. Performs oral pharyngeal suctioning.

J. Preps skin and applies telemetry patches.

K. Records all interventions; observes and reports the patient response, changes, and/or deviations from normal parameters.

IV.Maintains safety and security of patient/family/self/others, observing safety precautions and promoting a sense of security and well-being. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

A. Conducts purposeful hourly rounding as a team member, inquiring of the four P’s (Pain, Potty, Possessions and Positioning).

B. Follows standard precautions. Always washes hands between patients.

C. Reports equipment malfunctions.

D. Assists in keeping patient rooms/corridors free of clutter. Cleans fluid spills.

E . Uses proper body mechanics in moving, transferring and transporting patients.

F. Positions side rails appropriate to the patient’s condition.

G. Applies and maintains restraining devices as directed.

H. Interacts with patients/visitors/others in a courteous and respectful manner.

I. Fully explains procedures to patients/families prior to performing.

J. Assures patient privacy/rights/confidentiality.

K. Recognizes and reports patient concerns; offers constructive solutions.

V. Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital. Illustrative tasks and expectations include but are not limited to, the following:

A. Skilled in computer messaging, obtaining results.

B. Completes assigned aspects of unit inventory management.

C. Complies with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.

D. Uses designated lines of communication and authority.

E. Supports efforts to reduce cost.

F. Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

G. Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area and equipment.

H. Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.

I. Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.

J. Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.

K. Adheres to MHS Behavioral Standards.

L. Handles floor stock medications or medications delivered from Pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocate these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or deliver directly to appropriate licensed staff.

Vi. Performs additional unit specific tasks/care elements for which they have received specific instruction and demonstrated competence.

Principle responsibilities for Scrub Tech role

1. Performs duties in capacity of “scrub” technologist as prescribed by hospital policies and procedures.

A. Sets room for a routine, uncomplicated procedure with supplies and equipment in 5-15 minutes.

B. Sets room for complicated or multi-procedure case requiring many special supplies in 30 minutes.

C. Assists circulator in checking equipment.

D. Assist circulator in obtaining supplies prior to bringing patient to room.

E. Has basic knowledge of instrumentation and its appropriate use.

F. Checks instrumentation regarding cleanliness, function, correct number of pieces, and completeness of tray.

G. Allows adequate time for preparation of supplies and counting (i.e., routine case 15 minutes, complicated case 30-40 minutes).

H. Has basic knowledge of surgical procedures.

I. Organizes and maintains a neat, clean mayo, instrument, and back tables.

J. Attempts reasonable anticipation of sequence of instrumentation.

K. Properly identifies medication.

L. Handles floor stock medications or medications delivered from Pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocate these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or deliver directly to appropriate licensed staff.

M. Keeps track of sponges, needles, and instruments during procedure at all times.

N. Relays accurate identification of specimens and cultures.

O. Organizes and assists in end-of-case clean up.

P. Separates sharp and delicate instruments during clean up.

Q. Assists in pulling cases.

II. Assists in maintenance of safe environment for patients and staff.

A. Has knowledge and applies principles of good aseptic practice (i.e., appropriate scrub length, OR attire, proper gowning, gloving, and draping methods).

B.Checks sterile supplies for proper packaging and dating.

C. Actively assists in recognizing and reporting breaks in sterile technique.

D. Requests assistance of Sterile Processing personnel in preparation of instruments for immediate reuse.

E. Follows protocol for universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times.

F. Prevents loss of instruments by thorough search of drapes before they are discarded.

III, Assists in the orderly function of the OR.

A. Demonstrates flexibility in a team effort (i.e., takes required supplies from circulator when offered).

B. Checks room for and put away excess supplies and equipment.

C. Takes initiative and seeks appropriate opportunities to update and maintain surgical skills (i.e., requests certain cases and attends inservices).

D. Assists in checking to-follow cases for completeness and accuracy.

E. Assists in orientation of new personnel.

F. Actively participates in checking and maintaining assignment by participating as a permanent team member.

G. Participates in updating surgeon’s preference list.

H. Reports to assigned room on time.

I. Understands and follows disaster plan.

J. Follows hospital/unit policies, procedures, and behavioral expectations.

K.. Uses designated lines of communication and authority.

L. Willingly assists co-workers to facilitate patient care.

IV. Initiates appropriate intraoperative behaviors unique to first assistant, if trained to do so.

A. Provides hemostasis to reduce potential for post-operative infection and potential for fluid volume deficit by clamping and/or ligating vessels, using electrosurgical cautery, applying direct pressure, applying chemical agents that promote coagulation, and other means as directed by surgeon.

B. Provides exposure of the operative site through the appropriate use of retractors and other instruments and through suctioning and sponging.

C. Uses surgical instrumentation skillfully in ways consistent with their design and purpose as directed by the surgeon.

D. Handles all variety of tissue appropriately to reduce potential for injury or compromised blood supply.

V. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1.  Communication

• Promptly and courteously greets others in a friendly manner.

• Receives and directs others by using AIDET and Greet & Feet.

• Within scope of job description, responds to questions and provides direction.

• Facilitates telephone, verbal, written, and electronic communication with nursing staff, physicians, patients, and visitors promptly, accurately, and professionally.

• Consistently uses the Physician Profile to ascertain the correct method/number to page physicians.

• Updates and maintains call light system assignments accurately and efficiently during each shift.

• Appropriately utilizes the Patient Tracking system in communicating with the Patient Placement Office.

2.  Information Processing

• Prioritizes stat orders and immediate needs.

• Processes orders accurately.

• Accurately inputs data into the electronic medical record and maintains accurate paper records for those items that are not computerized.

• Refers patient/visitor concerns to nursing and/or customer service staff.

• Refers news media to nursing or public relations staff.

• Demonstrates safe, accurate, and effective use of office equipment.

• Writes legibly and clearly.

3.  Medical Records Maintenance

• Assembles chart forms.

• Puts patient identifier on all chart forms.

• Thins charts when needed and forwards documents to Medical Records.

• Files patient data after review by nurse.

• Sends discharge patient record to Medical Records.

• Gathers and copies appropriate paperwork from the RN for patient transfers to other units and facilities.

• Manages large amounts of sensitive and confidential information concerning patient and family information in medical documents.

4.  Service Requisitions

• In partnership with the Nursing Material Specialists, assures adequate supplies are available.

• Reviews receipts of new supplies and equipment upon arrival; validates accuracy and places supplies in assigned location.

• Sends service requisitions to interdisciplinary departments.

• Promptly and accurately enters data and maintains unit activity sheets as directed.

• Maintains equipment logs and facilitate maintenance of equipment with Biomed or appropriate department.

5.  Unit Operations

• Utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Assists in maintaining safe environment and reports unsafe conditions.

• Completes assigned tasks accurately and timely.

• Completes basic patient care tasks as directed by registered nurse.
• Freshens drinking water.
• Serves/collects food trays.
• Responds to call lights and bed/chair alarms.
• Provides 1:1 direct and constant patient observation as delegated.

• Expedites timely admission, discharge, and transfer of patients to facilitate patient flow.

• Participates in QI activities; maintaining logs, statistical records, and data collection.

• Acts as a preceptor as needed.

• Handles medications delivered from pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocates these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or delivers directly to appropriate licensed staff.

• May serve as the second person to witness the wasted amount of a controlled substance in the Pyxis.

• Assists with stocking unit supply stations.

6.  Accountability

• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

• Follows the chain of command.

• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.

• Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area, and equipment.

• Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.

• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.

• Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.

• Upholds the mission and vision of MHS.

7.  Performs other related work as required or requested.

Required Skills

1. Performs and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients as directed by the registered nurse. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Provides hygiene and comfort measures, assuring privacy and preventing undue exposure.
• Provides or assists patient with bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care, shaving, etc.
• Assures that linens are dry, wrinkle free and that patient is comfortable.
• Provides handwashing opportunity before and after meals, toileting, etc.
•  Activity:
• Assists with patient’s activities including ambulation, chair, dangling and repositioning; uses proper body mechanics, positioning techniques, and assistive devices.
•  Nutrition:
• Serves and collects food trays and nourishments. Records percentage of diet intake.
• Feeds or assists patients as necessary. Records intake. Reports deviations from normal.
• Clears IV and Tube Feeding Pumps at end of each shift and documents appropriately.
•  Elimination:
• Provides bed pan/urinal. Performs perineal care.
• Performs bladder catheter care and discontinues bladder catheter as directed.
• Performs ostomy care (ileostomy, colostomy, urostomy) including application of appropriate appliances.
• Records output. Reports deviations from normal.
•  Other related needs:
• Assists with post-mortem care.
• Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Promptly responds to patient call light or requests (usually in less than ten minutes).

 2. Performs and documents monitoring procedures; observes and reports the patient response. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Obtains vital signs (B/P and TPR).
• Obtains weight in kg (standing, chair or bed scale) and reports deviation from previous weight.
• Empties drainage collection devices.
• Performs blood glucose monitoring.
• Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance.

3. Performs therapeutic measures/procedure, observes and reports changes, deviations from normal. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Application of heat; i.e., K-pad.
• Application of cold; i.e., ice bags, sponge baths.
• Therapeutic baths, i.e., Sitz, Aveeno.
• Obtains routine non-sterile specimens.
• Assists with patient preparation for surgical, therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures.
• Oxygen therapy (sets up/maintains/discontinues) as directed.
• Applies nonsterile dressing as directed.
• Discontinues peripheral IV as directed.
• Performs oral pharyngeal suctioning.
• Preps skin and applies telemetry patches.
• Records all interventions; observes and reports the patient response, changes, and/or deviations from normal parameters.

4. Maintains safety and security of patient/family/self/others, observing safety precautions and promoting a sense of security and well being. Illustrative tasks and expectations include but are not limited to the following:

•  Conducts purposeful hourly rounding as a team member, inquiring of the four P’s (Pain, Potty, Possessions and Positioning).
• Follows standard precautions. Always washes hands between patients.
• Reports equipment malfunctions.
• Assists in keeping patient rooms/corridors free of clutter. Cleans fluid spills.
• Uses proper body mechanics in moving, transferring and transporting patients.
• Positions side rails appropriate to the patient’s condition.
• Applies and maintains restraining devices as directed.
• Interacts with patients/visitors/others in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Fully explains procedures to patients/families prior to performing.
• Assures patient privacy/rights/confidentiality.
• Recognizes and reports patient concerns; offers constructive solutions.

5.  Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital. Illustrative tasks and expectations include but are not limited to, the following:

•  Skilled in computer messaging, obtaining results.
• Completes assigned aspects of unit inventory management.
• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Uses designated lines of communication and authority.
• Supports efforts to reduce costs.
• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area and equipment.
• Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.
• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
• Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.
• Adheres to MHS Behavioral Standards.
• Handles floor stock medications or medications delivered from Pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocate these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or deliver directly to appropriate licensed staff.

6. Performs additional unit specific tasks/care elements for which they have received specific instruction and demonstrated competence.

7. Performs other related work as required or requested.

Required Skills

1. Performs and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients as directed by the registered nurse. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Provides hygiene and comfort measures, assuring privacy and preventing undue exposure.
  • Provides or assists patient with bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care, shaving, etc.
  • Assures that linens are dry, wrinkle free and that patient is comfortable.
  • Provides handwashing opportunity before and after meals, toileting, etc.
•  Activity:
  • Assists with patient’s activities including ambulation, chair, dangling and repositioning; uses proper body mechanics, positioning techniques, and assistive devices.
•  Nutrition:
  • Serves and collects food trays and nourishments. Records percentage of diet intake.
  • Feeds or assists patients as necessary. Records intake. Reports deviations from normal.
  • Clears IV and Tube Feeding Pumps at end of each shift and documents appropriately.
•  Elimination:
  • Provides bed pan/urinal. Performs perineal care.
  • Performs bladder catheter care and discontinues bladder catheter as directed.
  • Performs ostomy care (ileostomy, colostomy, urostomy) including application of appropriate appliances.
  • Records output. Reports deviations from normal.
•  Other related needs:
  • Assists with post-mortem care.
  • Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
  • Promptly responds to patient call light or requests (usually in less than ten minutes).

2. Performs and documents monitoring procedures; observes and reports the patient response. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Obtains vital signs (B/P and TPR).
• Obtains weight in kg (standing, chair or bed scale) and reports deviation from previous weight.
• Empties drainage collection devices.
• Performs blood glucose monitoring.
• Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance.

 3. Performs therapeutic measures/procedure, observes and reports changes, deviations from normal. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Application of heat; i.e., K-pad.
• Application of cold; i.e., ice bags, sponge baths.
• Therapeutic baths, i.e., Sitz, Aveeno.
• Obtains routine non-sterile specimens.
• Assists with patient preparation for surgical, therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures.
• Oxygen therapy (sets up/maintains/discontinues) as directed.
• Applies nonsterile dressing as directed.
• Discontinues peripheral IV as directed.
• Performs oral pharyngeal suctioning.
• Preps skin and applies telemetry patches.
• Records all interventions; observes and reports the patient response, changes, and/or deviations from normal parameters.

4. Maintains safety and security of patient/family/self/others, observing safety precautions and promoting a sense of security and well being. Illustrative tasks and expectations include but are not limited to the following:

• Conducts purposeful hourly rounding as a team member, inquiring of the four P’s (Pain, Potty, Possessions and Positioning).
• Follows standard precautions. Always washes hands between patients.
• Reports equipment malfunctions.
• Assists in keeping patient rooms/corridors free of clutter. Cleans fluid spills.
• Uses proper body mechanics in moving, transferring and transporting patients.
• Positions side rails appropriate to the patient’s condition.
• Applies and maintains restraining devices as directed.
• Interacts with patients/visitors/others in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Fully explains procedures to patients/families prior to performing.
• Assures patient privacy/rights/confidentiality.
• Recognizes and reports patient concerns; offers constructive solutions.

5. Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital. Illustrative tasks and expectations include but are not limited to, the following:

• Skilled in computer messaging, obtaining results.
• Completes assigned aspects of unit inventory management.
• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Uses designated lines of communication and authority.
• Supports efforts to reduce costs.
• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area and equipment.
• Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.
• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
• Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.
• Adheres to MHS Behavioral Standards.
• Handles floor stock medications or medications delivered from Pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocate these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or deliver directly to appropriate licensed staff.

6. Performs additional unit specific tasks/care elements for which they have received specific instruction and demonstrated competence.

7. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Required Skills

1. Performs and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients as directed by the registered nurse. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Provides hygiene and comfort measures, assuring privacy and preventing undue exposure.
• Provides or assists patient with bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care, shaving, etc.
• Assures that linens are dry, wrinkle free and that patient is comfortable.
• Provides handwashing opportunity before and after meals, toileting, etc.
•  Activity:
• Assists with patient’s activities including ambulation, chair, dangling and repositioning; uses proper body mechanics, positioning techniques, and assistive devices.
•  Nutrition:
• Serves and collects food trays and nourishments. Records percentage of diet intake.
• Feeds or assists patients as necessary. Records intake. Reports deviations from normal.
• Clears IV and Tube Feeding Pumps at end of each shift and documents appropriately.
•  Elimination:
• Provides bed pan/urinal. Performs perineal care.
• Performs bladder catheter care and discontinues bladder catheter as directed.
• Performs ostomy care (ileostomy, colostomy, urostomy) including application of appropriate appliances.
• Records output. Reports deviations from normal.
•  Other related needs:
• Assists with post-mortem care.
• Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Promptly responds to patient call light or requests (usually in less than ten minutes).

 2. Performs and documents monitoring procedures; observes and reports the patient response. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Obtains vital signs (B/P and TPR).
• Obtains weight in kg (standing, chair or bed scale) and reports deviation from previous weight.
• Empties drainage collection devices.
• Performs blood glucose monitoring.
• Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance.

3. Performs therapeutic measures/procedure, observes and reports changes, deviations from normal. Illustrative tasks and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

•  Application of heat; i.e., K-pad.
• Application of cold; i.e., ice bags, sponge baths.
• Therapeutic baths, i.e., Sitz, Aveeno.
• Obtains routine non-sterile specimens.
• Assists with patient preparation for surgical, therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures.
• Oxygen therapy (sets up/maintains/discontinues) as directed.
• Applies nonsterile dressing as directed.
• Discontinues peripheral IV as directed.
• Performs oral pharyngeal suctioning.
• Preps skin and applies telemetry patches.
• Records all interventions; observes and reports the patient response, changes, and/or deviations from normal parameters.

4. Maintains safety and security of patient/family/self/others, observing safety precautions and promoting a sense of security and well being. Illustrative tasks and expectations include but are not limited to the following:

•  Conducts purposeful hourly rounding as a team member, inquiring of the four P’s (Pain, Potty, Possessions and Positioning).
• Follows standard precautions. Always washes hands between patients.
• Reports equipment malfunctions.
• Assists in keeping patient rooms/corridors free of clutter. Cleans fluid spills.
• Uses proper body mechanics in moving, transferring and transporting patients.
• Positions side rails appropriate to the patient’s condition.
• Applies and maintains restraining devices as directed.
• Interacts with patients/visitors/others in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Fully explains procedures to patients/families prior to performing.
• Assures patient privacy/rights/confidentiality.
• Recognizes and reports patient concerns; offers constructive solutions.

5.  Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital. Illustrative tasks and expectations include but are not limited to, the following:

•  Skilled in computer messaging, obtaining results.
• Completes assigned aspects of unit inventory management.
• Complies with established policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.
• Uses designated lines of communication and authority.
• Supports efforts to reduce costs.
• Consistently utilizes time and resources effectively and efficiently.
• Maintains cleanliness of unit, service area and equipment.
• Cooperates with all members of the healthcare team.
• Enthusiastically supports and participates in planned changes.
• Accepts responsibility for accurate and timely completion of tasks as assigned.
• Adheres to MHS Behavioral Standards.
• Handles floor stock medications or medications delivered from Pharmacy directly or through the pneumatic tube system. Relocate these medications, in original containers, to designated secure storage locations or deliver directly to appropriate licensed staff.

6. Performs additional unit specific tasks/care elements for which they have received specific instruction and demonstrated competence.

7. Performs other related work as required or requested.