Coordinating appointments for pain management procedures.Dispense medication prescribed by MD/NP.Delegate tasks to the team such as post op calls , follow up appointments, and upload procedure reports.

Take and record vital signs, such as blood pressureAdminister medications as ordered and report adverse reactions to medications or treatmentsDress wounds, give alcohol rubs, apply compresses, ice bags, and hot water bottles, bathe and dress patients, and collect blood and urine samplesMonitor patients and chart medical records accuratelyReport the condition of a patient back to RNs and doctorsCommunicate openly and effectively with patients and families, while demonstrating compassion and friendly behaviorSupervise nursing assistantsEnsure that supplies, medications, and equipment are restocked and maintained so that they are ready to useAdmit, discharge, and transfer patients

Turning or moving patientsGathering medical suppliesBathing patientsGrooming patients by brushing their hair, teeth, shaving them, etc.Feeding patients and documenting their food and liquid intakeChecking vital signs such as blood pressure and heart rateAnswering patient callsDocumenting informationCleaning rooms and bed linensStocking suppliesAssisting with some medical proceduresSafety proceduresTransporting patientsTaking care of wounds

Greet new and existing patients upon their arrival for appointments or proceduresSchedule patient appointments, both new and follow-upMake copies and fax paperwork to other medical offices upon receiving an official request for recordsReview patient insurance documents and determine what procedures will be covered in addition to required deductiblesOrganize and maintain patient files and records, retrieve test results as needed for physician's reviewCoordinate with other departments within the hospital to schedule MRIs, x-rays or bloodworkCall patients to inform them of upcoming appointments and reschedule as neededPrepare patient files and charts in anticipation of discharges and transfers to other physicians or departments

Assist with Vital Signs (includes manual blood pressure), 12-Lead EKG, Bladder Ultrasound, Foley catheter and IV adapter removal, sterile specimen collection, bathing, beds, ambulating, turning, hourly rounding, blood glucose, feeding, admitting patients to room, preparing patients for discharge and any other duties delegated by the Registered Nurse

Perform venous access procedures on infants, pediatrics, and adult patients using a standard needle and syringe, as well as a multi-tube needle holder.Perform capillary access procedures on infants, pediatrics, and adult patients whether for direct testing of the sample, into a blood collection tube.Maintains ample stock of all phlebotomy supplies.Ensuring the patient’s sample meets the specimen requirements for all tests collected, sufficient volume for testing, the correct collection tube used, insuring proper dilution factor for anticoagulated specimens.Understands proper specimen handling.Verifies patient by reading patient identification.Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following policies and procedures; complying with legal and federal regulations.Maintains accurate medical record.Understands laboratory requisitioning for appropriate billing documentation.

Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, and access points. Investigates security breaches, incidents, and other alarming behavior. Controls traffic by directing drivers. Completes reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities.

DutiesAssist patients with feeding, bathing, dressing, grooming and personal carePromote a safe and comfortable environment for patientsService meals, provide fresh water and snacks between mealsCommunicate patient information to RN and other nursing staff including changes in condition and needsUse electronic communication systems to relay urgent requirementsCheck vital signs, weight and record on patient medical sheetsAssist patients with travel from rooms to other areas of the facilityCollaborate with healthcare team to achieve patient goals while maintaining privacyAssist with showers, baths, shaving and bed pan replacementSchedule and facility individual therapyProvide customer service to patients and their familiesReport patient care up the chain of command to insure prompt issue resolutionOrganize and document services provided and observations of patientsRemain aware of patient social and psychological well beingDocument patient behavior, interventions, and patient response on each individual logAnswer call lights and other requestsProvide comfort by utilizing facility resources and materialsComply with HIPAA guidelines and related lawsAssist with Medication and Meal remindersHelp with bathing, showering and dressing and getting to and from the dining roomAdhere to professional standards, policies and company procedures, and all state, federal and local requirementsParticipate in educational opportunities and training programs and integrates learning into job role