Graduate nurse associate

Position Summary

This position is designed to facilitate the transition upcoming graduates of an accredited nursing program into the work force. Performs a wide variety of patient care activities and supportive services under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN).

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competence in performing critical skills (appropriate delegation grid competency checklist) to include appropriate delivery of care according to age-specific needs of the population served. Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, weight, height and intake-output measurements. Documents oxygen saturation if patient is connected to continuous pulse oximetry. Employs all established infection control policies including standard precautions, transmission-based isolation precautions, OSHA standards, safety measures and proper body mechanic in performance of job. Completes designated patient care activities and provides for patient comfort and privacy. Identifies and assists patients that need assistance with nutrition and/or hydration. If trained and competency demonstrated, empties drains, canisters, urine bags, bedpans and emesis basins and records intake and output. Helps to maintain clean and orderly patient and work environment. Assists RN in obtaining a thorough nursing history on assigned patients. Demonstrates effective therapeutic communication skills. Documents/maintains patient record as appropriate. Basic charting, admission history, basic observations under guidance of RN. Observes and reports significant changes in patient condition to RN. Obtains RN signature on all entries. Completes assigned tasks with minimal supervision but seeks guidance when uncertain how to perform procedure. Communicates suggestions and/or complaints through appropriate channels. Displays cooperation, flexibility and positive behavior to patients and other staff members. Demonstrates ability to effectively perform under stress. Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: Must have graduated from an accredited registered nursing education program. Minimum Experience: None required but able to perform as nursing assistant; previous hospital experience preferred. Must be able to operate computer and possess excellent interpersonal skills. Licensure Requirement: CPR required