Certified nursing attendant vs nurse technician

Differences between certified nursing attendant and nurse technician 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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Nurse technician example responsibilities.

• Manage memory unity within facility.
• Deliver timely and quality patient care on rehabilitation unit under direct supervision of staff nurses.
• Assist patients with ADL's: bathing, transferring, ambulating, changing bed linens, skin care, etc.
• Assist and serve patients with activities of daily living (ADL) in a manner conductive to their safety and comfort.
• Assist new surgical patients with appropriate equipment to meet rehabilitation needs, and offer mental encouragement for a more positive recovery.
• Pick up patient for surgery.
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