Ward assistant vs certified medical assistant/certified nurse assistant

Differences between ward assistant and certified medical assistant/certified nurse assistant duties and responsibilities

Ward assistant example responsibilities.

• Transport patients in a large VA hospital, to and from their various medical and clinic appointments.
• Read and score request for proposals (RFP) for city wide programming resulting in the distribution of critical grants.
• Maintain an organize and healthy environment for patients under high-stress and fast-pace conditions.
• Monitor animals' recovering from surgery and notify veterinarians of any unusual changes or symptoms.
• Initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation in emergency situations.
• Direct & answer visitors' questions.

Certified medical assistant/certified nurse assistant example responsibilities.

• Conduct and facilitate PCA lead group activities as scheduled
• Deliver care with patience, compassion, and caring for the elder1y patients.
• Document vital information in electronic medical records (EMR) of assign patients.
• Monitor patients in restraints for safety, circulation, hydration, nutrition and elimination.
• Adhere to home health, hospice, and emergency protocols including performing CPR and first aide (as necessary).
• Assist patients with mobility and personal hygiene and monitor patients on telemetry.
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