Nursing Assistant NA CNA Float Pool FT Nights

3.

Safety/Quality - Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a.

Verifies patient identification with 2 identifiers prior to the start of any procedure. b.

Understands individual role/responsibilities in the event of hospital codes and emergency preparedness. c.

Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing.

Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.

Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access. d.

Demonstrates awareness of each patient’s fall risk and the appropriate use of safety devices and identified safety interventions. e.

Conducts patient safety rounds utilizing principles of SBAR, follows chain of command to communicate any identified patient or staff safety risks. f.

Demonstrates proper body mechanics for all functions and use of patient lifts as needed.

5.

Compliance a.

Works within legal, regulatory and ethical practice standards relevant to the position b.

Complies with applicable policies and procedures. c.

Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information.

The employee complies with policies and procedures relating to SSH’s privacy and security programs. d.

Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP. e.

Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs.

6.

Patient and Family Center Care a.

Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family. b.

Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team. c.

Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care d.

Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit.

7.

Age & Culture a.

Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact. b.

Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness. c.

Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed. d.

Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources.