Nursing Assistant

Job Title

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive care to patients within the Indian Health Service:

• Provide basic nursing care to patients with a variety of conditions, illnesses, and/or injuries, under the direction of a registered nurse
• Responsible for obtaining and recording patient information as assigned per unit policy
• Responsible for accurate input into unit computer system
• Assist in the arrangement of clinic appointments and discharge/transfer transportation
• Assist in admitting and discharging patients
• Assist patient in Activities of Daily Living (ADL) in accordance to the units' checklist
• Perform general maintenance duties including cleaning, arranging, and restocking supply cabinets
• Assists with collection and proper care of specimens