MedStar Health
Position Overview
Functions as a member of the patient-centered care team to provide direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse for assigned patients and their families/significant others. Assists medical and nursing staff with procedures and/or tests and patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Performs specific care activities such as specimen collection, electrocardiography (EKG), and documentation in the health record. Incumbents in this position may perform all or a combination of the duties described depending upon the assigned work area and the specific needs of the patients and the department.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality and safety standards and SPIRIT Values. Complies with governmental regulations and accreditation standards.
Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene, including bathing, mouth care, dressing, skin care, positioning, feeding, ambulation, toileting, and range of motion activities. Assists with patient mobilization and rehabilitation, use of crutches and walkers, and transfer/transport of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers.
Collects specimens (e.g., blood, urine, sputum, stool) and obtains EKGs.
Assists in the measurement and documentation of patient intake and output (I&O). Accurately takes and records patient vital signs, height and weight, pulse oximetry, point-of-care and waived testing (e.g., finger sticks for glucose monitoring/AccuCheck urine dipstick hemoccult) and other pertinent data in the patient’s health record.
Performs routine sterile and non-sterile treatments (e.g., application of thermal soaks) and other activities identified by unit/hospital policy, including but not limited to tube feedings; ostomy care; Foley catheter care; perineal care; simple dressing changes and wound care; turning and positioning; post‑mortem care and transportation of body to the morgue; and assistance with the application, maintenance, and removal of traction casts, splints, and exercise equipment.
Maintains patient comfort, privacy, confidentiality, and dignity in service delivery. Performs patient observation duty, including 1:1 observation and safe application of restraints. Prepares patients to be seen by providers. Assists providers and registered nurses in patient examinations and procedures.
Rounds on all assigned patients based on established standards (e.g., hourly purposeful rounding). Reports actual and potential problems concerning patients/families, including changes in the patient’s condition, to the registered nurse and other care team members as necessary. Ensures complete hand‑off to oncoming shift and obtains full hand‑off from outgoing shift. Initiates and assists in CPR when indicated.
Participates in patient/family teaching as directed and responds to questions from patients, families, and visitors in a prompt, courteous, and respectful manner, referring them to appropriate personnel if necessary.
Maintains cleanliness and safety of patient rooms/environments by distributing and changing linen/towels, removing used meal trays, checking bed side rails and safety restraints, etc. Assists with environmental services support such as linen management, trash removal, and cleaning patient rooms as needed.
Transports and/or escorts patients during discharges, transfers, and/or medical appointments. Completes errands such as delivering specimens to the laboratory, equipment, and supplies as required.
Receives and stocks equipment and supplies and maintains orderly supply and utility rooms.
Attends staff meetings, ongoing educational offerings, and participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Minimum Qualifications Education
High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required
Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program required
One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.
Experience
Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
General health care experience in an acute care, long‑term care, or other settings preferred
Student nurse in junior or senior year preferred
One year of relevant professional‑level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education.
Licenses and Certifications
CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant from the relevant jurisdiction required
CPR – Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 days required
Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Basic math knowledge
Verbal and written communication skills
Basic computer skills preferred
Compensation This position has a hiring range of USD $18.00 - USD $29.74 /Hr.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality and safety standards and SPIRIT Values. Complies with governmental regulations and accreditation standards.
Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and personal hygiene, including bathing, mouth care, dressing, skin care, positioning, feeding, ambulation, toileting, and range of motion activities. Assists with patient mobilization and rehabilitation, use of crutches and walkers, and transfer/transport of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers.
Collects specimens (e.g., blood, urine, sputum, stool) and obtains EKGs.
Assists in the measurement and documentation of patient intake and output (I&O). Accurately takes and records patient vital signs, height and weight, pulse oximetry, point-of-care and waived testing (e.g., finger sticks for glucose monitoring/AccuCheck urine dipstick hemoccult) and other pertinent data in the patient’s health record.
Performs routine sterile and non-sterile treatments (e.g., application of thermal soaks) and other activities identified by unit/hospital policy, including but not limited to tube feedings; ostomy care; Foley catheter care; perineal care; simple dressing changes and wound care; turning and positioning; post‑mortem care and transportation of body to the morgue; and assistance with the application, maintenance, and removal of traction casts, splints, and exercise equipment.
Maintains patient comfort, privacy, confidentiality, and dignity in service delivery. Performs patient observation duty, including 1:1 observation and safe application of restraints. Prepares patients to be seen by providers. Assists providers and registered nurses in patient examinations and procedures.
Rounds on all assigned patients based on established standards (e.g., hourly purposeful rounding). Reports actual and potential problems concerning patients/families, including changes in the patient’s condition, to the registered nurse and other care team members as necessary. Ensures complete hand‑off to oncoming shift and obtains full hand‑off from outgoing shift. Initiates and assists in CPR when indicated.
Participates in patient/family teaching as directed and responds to questions from patients, families, and visitors in a prompt, courteous, and respectful manner, referring them to appropriate personnel if necessary.
Maintains cleanliness and safety of patient rooms/environments by distributing and changing linen/towels, removing used meal trays, checking bed side rails and safety restraints, etc. Assists with environmental services support such as linen management, trash removal, and cleaning patient rooms as needed.
Transports and/or escorts patients during discharges, transfers, and/or medical appointments. Completes errands such as delivering specimens to the laboratory, equipment, and supplies as required.
Receives and stocks equipment and supplies and maintains orderly supply and utility rooms.
Attends staff meetings, ongoing educational offerings, and participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Minimum Qualifications Education
High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required
Completion of an approved nursing assistant certification program required
One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.
Experience
Experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
General health care experience in an acute care, long‑term care, or other settings preferred
Student nurse in junior or senior year preferred
One year of relevant professional‑level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education.
Licenses and Certifications
CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant from the relevant jurisdiction required
CPR – Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 days required
Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Basic math knowledge
Verbal and written communication skills
Basic computer skills preferred
Compensation This position has a hiring range of USD $18.00 - USD $29.74 /Hr.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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