Coordinates the delivery of the patient’s service prior to, during and after their visit/examination with the RN or LPN/LVN. This includes assisting patients with mobility, transfers, positioning, and correct application of orthosis/prosthesis, use of adaptive devices, etc.
Dresses patient wounds as delegated by the RN
Assist in vein clinic as assigned after Healogics Vein Clinic training completed
Assists the RN or LPN/LVN during the intake/discharge process
Collecting, recording and reporting data that includes vitals, Temperature, Pulse and Respiration (TPR), Blood Pressure (BP) and blood sugar readings
Taking wound photography and measurement
Tracking the observed responses to treatment
Recording care given as observed responses to treatment, including participation in wound care/Hyperbaric plan
Reporting unusual observations or changes in patient condition/behaviour,
Collecting specimens as requested
Completes unit tasks such as cleaning exam areas, cleaning hyperbaric gurneys and chambers, sterile instrument processing, and other unit tasks as assigned.
Performs Hyperbaric Oxygen (HBO) therapy related duties as needed, upon the completion of the required Healogics Hyperbaric training.
Performs other duties as required.
Required Education, Experience and Credentials
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification - to be maintained throughout the duration of employment in the position
Six (6) or more months experience in an acute hospital, rehabilitation hospital, or skilled nursing unit preferred
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated competency in Basic Life Support (BLS)
Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management skills
Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills
Customer service skills and follow-up skills
Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work with others and in a team environment
Problem solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Physical Demands
Being in a stationary position for extended periods of time (4 hours or more)
Viewing computer screen for extended periods of time (4 hours or more)
Keying frequently on a computer for 4 hours or more
Moving about
Reading
Communicating
Close, distance and peripheral vision
Lifting/moving items up to 75 pounds
Pushing/pulling
Bending/stooping
Reaching/grasping/touching with hands
Writing
Work Environment
Normal office environment
Primarily indoors environment
Patient care environment
Exposure to Hazards (blood borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable explosive gases, etc.)
Exposure to mechanical equipment
Proximity to moving objects
- The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $15.33-$19.13 Per Hour
- This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications: education, experience, geography as well as operational needs and other considerations permitted by law.
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