Nurse Aide - Surgical Care/Trauma Unit - Trenton - Full Time - Nights

Job TitleAssist in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and receives written and/or oral assignments and direction. Performs a variety of support functions, under direction of RN, enabling patient to perform daily hygienic, nutritional, ambulatory and other daily activities. Follows universal precautions and strict hand washing techniques with all patients. Partners with supervision and educators to create a plan to provide employee with the necessary skills to deliver up to date patient care. Communicates/collaborates with care team members to provide coordinated, safe and compassionate care for patients. Utilizes information to continuously improve patient care and practice to enhance outcomes.Minimum RequirementsEducation: High school diploma or equivalent.Experience: Paid or practicum experience in a clinical setting preferred.Other Credentials: AHA Heartsaver AED. Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation periodKnowledge and Skills: Proficient in English and verbal and written communication skills. Good public relations skills. Good bedside manners.Special Training: Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:Usual Work Day: 8 HoursEssential FunctionsAssists with CPR under the direction/supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician.Documents patient care activities and patient data accurately using appropriate documentation forms and or information systems. Performs patient care tasks related to activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, hair, skin, and oral care. Completes assigned patient duties within the time frame established by the registered nurse.Reinforces transition/discharge teaching and patient self care activities.Performs required clinical skills such as vital sign measurement and enters patient vital signs information into computer, aseptic technique, non-invasive specimen collection, hot and cold applications, simple respiratory therapy, post mortem care, ostomy care, and application of teds/pneumatic teds. Provides complete AM/PM care, vital signs, intake and output, appropriate and timely documentation and participates in skin rounds.Assists with admission, transfer, or discharge of patients.Observes patients carefully for significant changes.Seeks to improve the effectiveness of communication and interactions with others.Collaborates with the RN, the need for referrals to assist in addressing patient safety and legal issues. Verifies physician's orders prior to performing procedure.Clarifies with RN any special procedures or observations necessary. Communicates patients' progress toward desired outcomes and diagnostic results to RN as appropriate. Reports consistently patient data in a concise and thorough manner.Assists with the identification of actual and potential risks to patient safety. Reports patient safety issues utilizing to appropriate personnel.Describes the unit based quality improvement activities and implications for practice.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentFrequent physical demands include: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl, Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Taste or Smell Occasional physical demands include: Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear Lifting Floor to Waist 35 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs. Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Very Accurate 20/40, Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate HearingAnticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Extreme Noise Levels, Dust/Particulate MatterBenefitsMedical PlanDental PlanPrescription PlanVision PlanRetirement Savings and Investment PlanPension PlanDisability BenefitsVacationSick TimeHoliday