Nursing attendant job description
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Example nursing attendant requirements on a job description
Nursing attendant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in nursing attendant job postings.
Sample nursing attendant requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current certification from accredited nursing program.
- Ability to complete physical tasks including lifting, standing, and walking.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care procedures.
- Ability to maintain patient records and document care.
Sample required nursing attendant soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Nursing attendant job description example 1
Northwell Health nursing attendant job description
Under direction and supervision of Registered Nurse, assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care, and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment.
Job Responsibility
* * Functions as a co-worker to the nurse and a key member of the nursing care team:
* Organizes patient care assignment and sets priorities.
* Alerts RN co-worker to changes in patient status i.e., alteration in comfort, skin integrity, alterations in breathing pattern, etc.
* Documents patient care and patient status changes on the appropriate chart forms.
* Communicates routine information to RN periodically during shift i.e., intake and output.
* * Assists RN in providing for ADL needs of patients:
* Prepares patients for meals, and feeds or assists with meals.
* Provides between meal nourishment and fresh water to patients.
* Bathes or assists patient to bathe, provides oral hygiene.
* Toilets patients as necessary.
* Maintains patient's mobility with range of motion exercises and ambulation.
* Grooms patient, including shaving, as needed.
* Participates with the RN in the development of a plan of care for assigned patient.
* Utilizes a plan of care in carrying out patient assignments.
* * Maintains patient care units in a neat and orderly condition:
* Changes and makes beds.
* Cleans and straightens bedside table and overbed tables, as needed.
* Strips patient units upon discharge of patient, in preparation for cleaning by Housekeeping Department.
* Removes equipment from room.Cleans and place it in appropriate are.
* Prepares room for new admissions, transfers and post-operative patients.
* * Assists Registered Nurse by performing selected procedures and simple treatments:
* Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration rate and B.P on admission and as assigned.
* Measures and records fluid intake and output; totals at shift end.
* Obtains specimens, such as urine, stool and sputum.
* Administers enemas, as directed.
* Weighs and records patient weight on admission and as indicated.
* Shave patients as instructed in preparation for procedures.
* Performs simple procedures utilizing aseptic technique (i.e - applying and changing simple dressings).Performs simple respiratory treatments, as required (i.e - suctioning).
* * Performs a variety of related duties:
* Assists patients in and out of bed, ambulates patients, lifts, turns and positions patients.
* Assists with serving of meals; positions patient, cleans overbed table, and helps distribute and collect trays.
* Transports and accompanies patients to various departments, as directed.
* Reports missing or damaged equipment to Unit Service Coordinator.
* Maintains non-patient rooms (i.e., utility rooms, linen rooms, kitchens, etc.) in a neat and orderly condition.
* Maintains cleanliness of patient care equipment.
* Performs constant observation on selected patients as assigned.
* Follows medical Center's policies and procedures to support QA/QI efforts in patient care and services.
* Performs post-mortem care and transports body to morgue.
* * Takes part in Nursing's continuing education policy by:
* Attending nursing attendant course during orientation program.
* Participating and completing annual mandatory educational requirements.
* Attending nursing attendant staff development programs offered throughout the year.
* Performs related duties, as required.
* ADA Essential Functions
Job Qualification
* High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
* Completion of Nurse Assistant course or equivalent, required.ORPrior experience as a Nursing Attendant or equivalent, required.
* NYS Nurse Attendant certification, preferred.
* Ability to communicate effectively, and follow written and/or oral instructions.
* Ability to work in diversified settings.Ability to lift, turn, position, etc. Patients, as required.
Job Responsibility
* * Functions as a co-worker to the nurse and a key member of the nursing care team:
* Organizes patient care assignment and sets priorities.
* Alerts RN co-worker to changes in patient status i.e., alteration in comfort, skin integrity, alterations in breathing pattern, etc.
* Documents patient care and patient status changes on the appropriate chart forms.
* Communicates routine information to RN periodically during shift i.e., intake and output.
* * Assists RN in providing for ADL needs of patients:
* Prepares patients for meals, and feeds or assists with meals.
* Provides between meal nourishment and fresh water to patients.
* Bathes or assists patient to bathe, provides oral hygiene.
* Toilets patients as necessary.
* Maintains patient's mobility with range of motion exercises and ambulation.
* Grooms patient, including shaving, as needed.
* Participates with the RN in the development of a plan of care for assigned patient.
* Utilizes a plan of care in carrying out patient assignments.
* * Maintains patient care units in a neat and orderly condition:
* Changes and makes beds.
* Cleans and straightens bedside table and overbed tables, as needed.
* Strips patient units upon discharge of patient, in preparation for cleaning by Housekeeping Department.
* Removes equipment from room.Cleans and place it in appropriate are.
* Prepares room for new admissions, transfers and post-operative patients.
* * Assists Registered Nurse by performing selected procedures and simple treatments:
* Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration rate and B.P on admission and as assigned.
* Measures and records fluid intake and output; totals at shift end.
* Obtains specimens, such as urine, stool and sputum.
* Administers enemas, as directed.
* Weighs and records patient weight on admission and as indicated.
* Shave patients as instructed in preparation for procedures.
* Performs simple procedures utilizing aseptic technique (i.e - applying and changing simple dressings).Performs simple respiratory treatments, as required (i.e - suctioning).
* * Performs a variety of related duties:
* Assists patients in and out of bed, ambulates patients, lifts, turns and positions patients.
* Assists with serving of meals; positions patient, cleans overbed table, and helps distribute and collect trays.
* Transports and accompanies patients to various departments, as directed.
* Reports missing or damaged equipment to Unit Service Coordinator.
* Maintains non-patient rooms (i.e., utility rooms, linen rooms, kitchens, etc.) in a neat and orderly condition.
* Maintains cleanliness of patient care equipment.
* Performs constant observation on selected patients as assigned.
* Follows medical Center's policies and procedures to support QA/QI efforts in patient care and services.
* Performs post-mortem care and transports body to morgue.
* * Takes part in Nursing's continuing education policy by:
* Attending nursing attendant course during orientation program.
* Participating and completing annual mandatory educational requirements.
* Attending nursing attendant staff development programs offered throughout the year.
* Performs related duties, as required.
* ADA Essential Functions
Job Qualification
* High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
* Completion of Nurse Assistant course or equivalent, required.ORPrior experience as a Nursing Attendant or equivalent, required.
* NYS Nurse Attendant certification, preferred.
* Ability to communicate effectively, and follow written and/or oral instructions.
* Ability to work in diversified settings.Ability to lift, turn, position, etc. Patients, as required.
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Nursing attendant job description example 2
Lifespace Communities nursing attendant job description
Don't just live life....love life!
Who wants to go to a boring job? At Lifespace, we get paid to create memories for our residents!
Whether you are looking for a way to jump start your culinary career, or simply the opportunity to work with great team, this could be the right choice for you. Lifespace Communities would like to introduce the opportunity to become a
Kitchen Attendant
at
Newcastle Place
12600 North Port Washington Rd
Mequon, WI 53092
Exciting New Rates! $13.00 to $14.85
Hours of Service:
11am to 8pm plus every other weekend or 4pm to 8:30pm plus every other weekend
The Kitchen Attendant is responsible for the overall cleaning and sanitation of the kitchen and culinary supplies. The Kitchen Attendant ensures sanitation standards are achieved and kitchen inventory and deliveries are efficiently organized and stored.
A few other details about the role:
And here's what you need to apply:
Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace.
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:
Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, is one of the nation's largest senior living provider of non-profit retirement communities. The organization has annual revenue of over $340 million and employs over 3,800 team members. Lifespace Communities is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Lifespace has remained true to its founding ideal: to help create exceptional, financially sound communities where people could enjoy a more rewarding and secure retirement. The organization is committed to excellence and innovation in creating communities that celebrate the lives of seniors. Lifespace serves over 5,100 residents.
The Lifespace Communities are as follows:
Who wants to go to a boring job? At Lifespace, we get paid to create memories for our residents!
Whether you are looking for a way to jump start your culinary career, or simply the opportunity to work with great team, this could be the right choice for you. Lifespace Communities would like to introduce the opportunity to become a
Kitchen Attendant
at
Newcastle Place
12600 North Port Washington Rd
Mequon, WI 53092
Exciting New Rates! $13.00 to $14.85
Hours of Service:
11am to 8pm plus every other weekend or 4pm to 8:30pm plus every other weekend
The Kitchen Attendant is responsible for the overall cleaning and sanitation of the kitchen and culinary supplies. The Kitchen Attendant ensures sanitation standards are achieved and kitchen inventory and deliveries are efficiently organized and stored.
A few other details about the role:
- Wash and sanitize pots, dishes, utensils, carts, etc. either by mechanical washing or hand-washing.
- Stock and rotate food and non-food supplies using appropriate storing techniques.
- Maintain proper chemical amounts and temperatures for the dish machine and sinks.
- Conduct close down procedures of sweeping and mopping floors, trash removal, ensure all kitchen equipment is turned off and storage areas are locked.
- Comply with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
- Obtain knowledge and demonstrate the principles of Living Lifespace, person directed care and successful aging philosophies and their inherent core values of commitment, respect, compassion, dedication, team work and quality.
- Team member will support, actively participate and act in accordance with the principles of the Living Lifespace service culture and be familiar with and fluent in the language and service pillars of Living Lifespace.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.
And here's what you need to apply:
- No educational requirement. Must have ability to perform basic arithmetic, understand measurements, and follow written and oral instructions.
- No experience necessary. A willingness to learn.
- Knowledgeable of proper cleaning and sanitizing techniques. Ability to read chemical labels, monitor temperature and unsafe equipment.
- Ability to understand and follow policy and procedures of infection control, safety rules and regulations.
Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace.
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:
Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, is one of the nation's largest senior living provider of non-profit retirement communities. The organization has annual revenue of over $340 million and employs over 3,800 team members. Lifespace Communities is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Lifespace has remained true to its founding ideal: to help create exceptional, financially sound communities where people could enjoy a more rewarding and secure retirement. The organization is committed to excellence and innovation in creating communities that celebrate the lives of seniors. Lifespace serves over 5,100 residents.
The Lifespace Communities are as follows:
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- Abbey Delray - Delray Beach, Florida
- Abbey Delray South - Delray Beach, Florida
- Beacon Hill - Lombard, Illinois
- Claridge Court - Prairie Village, Kansas
- Edgemere - Dallas, Texas
- Friendship Village Of Bloomington - Bloomington, Minnesota
- Friendship Village Of South Hills - Upper St. Claire, Pennsylvania
- Harbour's Edge - Delray Beach, Florida
- New Castle - Mequon, Wisconsin
- Oak Trace - Downers Grove, Illinois
- Querencia at Barton Creek - Austin, Texas
- The Stayton - Fort Worth, Texas
- Village On The Green - Longwood, Florida
- The Waterford - Juno Beach, Florida
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Nursing attendant job description example 3
Kaiser Permanente nursing attendant job description
Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician, performs a variety of patient care functions as assigned and in accordance with the legal scope of competency and within established standards of care, policies and procedures. Demonstrates performance consistent with the Medical Center Vision, Mission, and Strategic Plan of the organization. Remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits in delivery of care; and treats co-workers, patients, families, and all members of the health care team with dignity and respect.
Essential Responsibilities:
The Nursing Attendant demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors.
Leadership
+ Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
+ Demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude. Identifies and supports new ideas.
+ Utilizes effective communication strategies, including chain of command and issue escalation, which result in intended outcomes.
+ Participates in problem identification and resolution in collaboration with the Registered Nurse.
+ Prioritizes work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of patient care activities and notifies Registered Nurse if unable to complete assignments.
+ Complies with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
+ Nursing Process Correctly identifies patient and scheduled procedure. Performs patient care activities, within the scope of competency, considering age-related needs of the patient as assigned.
+ Reports unusual findings to the Registered Nurse.
+ Collects data and provides information in a timely manner to the Registered Nurse which may assist within the revision of the plan of care.
+ Discharge barriers are discussed with the Registered Nurse and intervention taken as directed.
+ Adheres to hospital standards, which customize care for age-related needs of the population served.
+ Keep health care team members informed regarding patients responses to interventions with their scope of competency.
+ Documentation Charting is legible, dated, and signed.
+ Documentation reflects through data collection within the scope of competency.
+ Documentation is complete for activities performed.
+ Clinical Outcomes Applies standard precautions; keeps a safe environment for self and others.
+ Observes patient/family conditions and reports to Registered Nurse sudden changes or unusual findings.
+ Demonstrates competencies during the probationary period and ongoing by completion of departmental competency validation.
+ Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens throughout the medical center utilizing proper body mechanics.
+ Participates in departmental performance improvement activities, i.e., planning, measuring/monitoring, assessing and improving. Utilizes computer systems effectively and efficiently.
Customer Service
+ Practices customer service standards as defined by the Service Area, Medical Center, and specific department.
+ Anticipates the customers desires, takes proactive steps to meet those needs by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved.
+ Assists members who are less than satisfied with their experience by listening and taking responsibility within their scope to ensure that the issue is resolved.
+ Promptly answers call lights, alarms, and patient requests.
+ Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, gives patients and their significant others the information needed within their scope of competency.
+ Maintains and protects patient confidentiality.
+ Assures a clean, orderly and functional work environment.
Team Commitment
+ Viewed by others to be an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others.
+ Confronts difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance.
+ Takes accountability for own actions and accepts constructive criticism.
+ Assists others unfamiliar to the department.
+ Attends all mandatory meetings and inservices, a minimum of 50% of staff meetings, and actively participates in other departmental professional development. (Requirement may vary for per diem staff).
+ Participates with the assessment of current and future unit learning needs and development of annual educational plan.
+ Keeps self-informed of activities on the unit and makes recommendation for change.
+ Adheres to Regional Attendance Policy.
+ Reports to assigned area promptly, being present and available for report at beginning of assigned shift.
+ Minimizes personal phone call time.
+ Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment.
Fiscal Responsibility
+ Organizes work to minimize the use of overtime. Identifies and assists in systems improvement that need simplification or correction. Utilizes payroll and non-payroll resources to their maximum potential.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum one (1) year experience as a Nursing Attendant in an acute hospital, skilled nursing, extended care, or convalescent care setting.
+ Current enrollment in an approved RN or LVN program may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
+ Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.
Education
+ State Certification as a Nursing Assistant or completion of a Nursing Attendant course or current enrollment in an approved RN or LVN program.
License, Certification, Registration
+ Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
+ Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant may be required as specified by Medical Center.
+ Position requires considerable walking, standing, moderate lifting, exposure to patient elements, and handling of emergencies and patient incidents within their scope of competency.
+ Communicates in a clear, concise manner appropriate to the development stage of the patient.
+ Has full command of the English language (written and verbal).
+ Neonatal Resuscitation Modules 1-4 required for Family Centered Care.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Some positions may be posted as bilingual Spanish required on a position-by-position basis. May be expected to float to other areas within their scope of competency. Willing to be trained on computer systems.
Notes:
+ • This is a part time position, days and hours may vary.
+ • This is a temporary position for approximately three (3) months.
+ Backup: 12:00 am to 8:30 am
+ Will be required to float
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Nursing Attendant
LOCATION: Irvine, California
REQNUMBER: 1110047
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
Essential Responsibilities:
The Nursing Attendant demonstrates proficiency by exhibiting the following skills, competencies, and behaviors.
Leadership
+ Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
+ Demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude. Identifies and supports new ideas.
+ Utilizes effective communication strategies, including chain of command and issue escalation, which result in intended outcomes.
+ Participates in problem identification and resolution in collaboration with the Registered Nurse.
+ Prioritizes work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of patient care activities and notifies Registered Nurse if unable to complete assignments.
+ Complies with regulatory requirements, policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
+ Nursing Process Correctly identifies patient and scheduled procedure. Performs patient care activities, within the scope of competency, considering age-related needs of the patient as assigned.
+ Reports unusual findings to the Registered Nurse.
+ Collects data and provides information in a timely manner to the Registered Nurse which may assist within the revision of the plan of care.
+ Discharge barriers are discussed with the Registered Nurse and intervention taken as directed.
+ Adheres to hospital standards, which customize care for age-related needs of the population served.
+ Keep health care team members informed regarding patients responses to interventions with their scope of competency.
+ Documentation Charting is legible, dated, and signed.
+ Documentation reflects through data collection within the scope of competency.
+ Documentation is complete for activities performed.
+ Clinical Outcomes Applies standard precautions; keeps a safe environment for self and others.
+ Observes patient/family conditions and reports to Registered Nurse sudden changes or unusual findings.
+ Demonstrates competencies during the probationary period and ongoing by completion of departmental competency validation.
+ Transports patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens throughout the medical center utilizing proper body mechanics.
+ Participates in departmental performance improvement activities, i.e., planning, measuring/monitoring, assessing and improving. Utilizes computer systems effectively and efficiently.
Customer Service
+ Practices customer service standards as defined by the Service Area, Medical Center, and specific department.
+ Anticipates the customers desires, takes proactive steps to meet those needs by listening and taking responsibility within scope to ensure issues are resolved.
+ Assists members who are less than satisfied with their experience by listening and taking responsibility within their scope to ensure that the issue is resolved.
+ Promptly answers call lights, alarms, and patient requests.
+ Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, gives patients and their significant others the information needed within their scope of competency.
+ Maintains and protects patient confidentiality.
+ Assures a clean, orderly and functional work environment.
Team Commitment
+ Viewed by others to be an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others.
+ Confronts difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance.
+ Takes accountability for own actions and accepts constructive criticism.
+ Assists others unfamiliar to the department.
+ Attends all mandatory meetings and inservices, a minimum of 50% of staff meetings, and actively participates in other departmental professional development. (Requirement may vary for per diem staff).
+ Participates with the assessment of current and future unit learning needs and development of annual educational plan.
+ Keeps self-informed of activities on the unit and makes recommendation for change.
+ Adheres to Regional Attendance Policy.
+ Reports to assigned area promptly, being present and available for report at beginning of assigned shift.
+ Minimizes personal phone call time.
+ Supports a collaborative labor-management partnership environment.
Fiscal Responsibility
+ Organizes work to minimize the use of overtime. Identifies and assists in systems improvement that need simplification or correction. Utilizes payroll and non-payroll resources to their maximum potential.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Minimum one (1) year experience as a Nursing Attendant in an acute hospital, skilled nursing, extended care, or convalescent care setting.
+ Current enrollment in an approved RN or LVN program may be substituted for 1 year of experience.
+ Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.
Education
+ State Certification as a Nursing Assistant or completion of a Nursing Attendant course or current enrollment in an approved RN or LVN program.
License, Certification, Registration
+ Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
+ Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant may be required as specified by Medical Center.
+ Position requires considerable walking, standing, moderate lifting, exposure to patient elements, and handling of emergencies and patient incidents within their scope of competency.
+ Communicates in a clear, concise manner appropriate to the development stage of the patient.
+ Has full command of the English language (written and verbal).
+ Neonatal Resuscitation Modules 1-4 required for Family Centered Care.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Some positions may be posted as bilingual Spanish required on a position-by-position basis. May be expected to float to other areas within their scope of competency. Willing to be trained on computer systems.
Notes:
+ • This is a part time position, days and hours may vary.
+ • This is a temporary position for approximately three (3) months.
+ Backup: 12:00 am to 8:30 am
+ Will be required to float
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Nursing Attendant
LOCATION: Irvine, California
REQNUMBER: 1110047
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024