Certified nursing attendant vs hospital corpsman

Differences between certified nursing attendant and hospital corpsman duties and responsibilities

Certified nursing attendant example responsibilities.

• Do ADL sheets and assist RN's and LPN's when need.
• Develop and update syllabus for each assign course.
• Obtain vitals, monitor ADL'S be aware of patient condition and orientation.
• Turn and change beds, install and empty catheter bags and feed residents.
• Contribute individualized care with feeding patients.
• Operate Mechanical/Manual Hoyer lift for patients.
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Hospital corpsman example responsibilities.

• Manage medical and dental records according to JHACO and HIPPA standards.
• Lead and train junior sailors on general military training, including hazardous materials and safety clinical procedures.
• Educate and teach basic physical therapy exercises to staff and patients to prevent or manage occupational/work relate injuries.
• Provide both sick call, and emergency medical services at a BLS and ALS level.
• Preform multiple medical procedures, including triage and order entry and chart making in a high pace emergency room setting.
• Train new personnel on standard operating procedures, proper use of personal protective equipment, phlebotomy skills, and medication administration.
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