JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of a RN/LPN or practitioner performs basic patient care activities.
ESSENTIAL VALUES-BASED, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES:
Demonstrates competencies in line with the five core values that are the foundation of all activities performed by employees in order to achieve the Mission of Artesia General Hospital
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Mission: Our mission at Artesia General Hospital is to provide high-quality healthcare to our community and the surrounding areas.
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Vision: To transform healthcare in our communities through innovation, engagement, and quality, while building a healthier tomorrow for generations to come.
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Values: Our values are covered in SERVICE
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Servant Leadership
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Excellence
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Respect
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Virtuousness
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Innovation
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Community
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Education
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Obtain and document patient vitals.
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Perform bedside testing.
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Perform basic nursing procedures such as oral care, perineal/foley care, non-sterile soaks, or thermal applications.
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Ensure cleanliness of office and examination rooms.
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Clean and store equipment.
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Maintain supply inventory and re-stock as required.
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Perform basic clerical duties as needed.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES:
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Knowledge of basic nursing and patient care.
AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
RISK MANAGEMENT/QUALITY MANAGEMENT/SAFETY: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.
- Education – High school diploma or equivalent; plus specialized, short-term training in basic patient care.
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Work Experience – clinic setting preferred.
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Training – Formal nursing assistant and/or medical assistant training required.
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License/Certification – Certification in Nurse Assisting or Certification in Medical Assisting preferred.
ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.
