Riverside Health
Nursing Assistant - Private Duty
Riverside Health, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23600
Overview
Must be comfortable performing CPR in a home setting. Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in providing care according to the plan of care for the patients (including those needing special precautions). In addition, this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and provide the care needed as described according to departmental policy and procedure. Promotes and maintains a safe work environment for patients.
Responsibilities
Provides personal care, comfort measures, and specified treatments to assigned patients in case load. Reports any changes in the client’s condition and/or needs to the assigned supervising Registered Nurse.
Follows the plan of care that assures patients receive consistent, competent, and ethical care, within legal standards of practice, while maintaining privacy and support for the patient’s value system. Provides care consistent with both verbal and/or written instructions. Understands assigned plans of care within appropriate scope of practice and responsibilities as directed by the RN/LPN to include accurately completing all required documentation.
Ensures availability of resources (equipment, instruments, supplies) necessary to ensure positive patient outcomes. Recognizes emergency situations and responds competently.
Completes appropriate documentation and patient notes in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
Participates in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students as needed.
Qualifications Education
Program Graduate, Nurse Aide Training or Certificate Program approved by VA Board of Nursing (Required)
Experience
Prior experience in healthcare setting (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days (Required)
Drives personal vehicle for RHS business 25% or more of the time to perform essential functions of the job
Valid Driver’s License Required
Other Requirements
Call Rotation
Weekend Shifts
Flexible Shifts
To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.
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Responsibilities
Provides personal care, comfort measures, and specified treatments to assigned patients in case load. Reports any changes in the client’s condition and/or needs to the assigned supervising Registered Nurse.
Follows the plan of care that assures patients receive consistent, competent, and ethical care, within legal standards of practice, while maintaining privacy and support for the patient’s value system. Provides care consistent with both verbal and/or written instructions. Understands assigned plans of care within appropriate scope of practice and responsibilities as directed by the RN/LPN to include accurately completing all required documentation.
Ensures availability of resources (equipment, instruments, supplies) necessary to ensure positive patient outcomes. Recognizes emergency situations and responds competently.
Completes appropriate documentation and patient notes in compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
Participates in training and support of all team members, volunteers and students as needed.
Qualifications Education
Program Graduate, Nurse Aide Training or Certificate Program approved by VA Board of Nursing (Required)
Experience
Prior experience in healthcare setting (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days (Required)
Drives personal vehicle for RHS business 25% or more of the time to perform essential functions of the job
Valid Driver’s License Required
Other Requirements
Call Rotation
Weekend Shifts
Flexible Shifts
To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.
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