Collegiate Aide-Nursing ACU PD

Collegiate Aide Nursing PD

Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the Collegiate Aide Nursing PD performs a variety of patient care functions to provide assistance in carrying out patient care assignments. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age-specific needs of the patients. Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse within the scope of Hospital and department policies and procedures. Refers specific complex problems to supervisor where clarification of departmental policies and procedures may be required. Supervisory staff is physically present most of the time. Performs approved nursing procedures as delegated by the registered nurse and in compliance with Women and Infants Hospital policies and procedures.

Demonstrates competency, individually and as part of the multidisciplinary team, in assisting the professional nurse to perform clinical care and assessment of all patient populations

Complies with patient safety issues as defined by the JCAHO patient safety goals. Demonstrates:

• Accurate patient ID
• Effective communication between caregivers
• Accurate use of infusion pumps
• Accurate use of clinical alarm systems
• Accurate identification of correct surgical site.
• Compliance with CDC hand washing technique

Performs and documents a comprehensive assessment of patient needs using unit-specific assessment forms. Assesses and accurately documents:

• Physical findings
• Psychological data
• Developmental tasks(as indicated)
• Educational needs
• Significant person/family support
• Cognitive abilities
• Major stressors

Provides on-going patient/family education. Gives information as applicable on:

• Anticipated Plan of Care
• Test preparation
• Medical treatment information
• Community resources(if applicable)
• Infant(if applicable)
• Self-care(if applicable)

Assists patients with activities of daily living.

Assists registered nurse with all aspects of the nursing processing including but not limited to assisting with collection of baseline and ongoing assessment data following the nursing management plan and monitoring the patient response to nursing interventions.

Provides and/or reinforces patient instruction.

Performs designated treatments under supervision according to Nursing Department Policy and Procedures.

Functions as a patient sitter for safety watch cases.

Assists in the overall function of the nursing unit under direction of the registered nurse.

Maintains quality assurance safety environmental and infection control in accordance with established hospital department policies procedures and objectives.

Performs other job related duties as required or requested.

Protects and preserves patient rights to confidentiality. Discusses patient and/or family issues only when related to plan of care. Treats records, personal items, correspondence with utmost security.

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Must be actively enrolled in a bachelor of science program in nursing, associate degree program in nursing, accredited licensed practical nursing program, or registered nurse course of study in a National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc., or a Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited nursing program, and have completed two (2) clinical courses, including a Fundamentals of Nursing course. Current certification in Basic Life Support with Healthcare Provider required. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the Hospital with consideration of aging processes human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation's top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.