Assists the Professional Nurse and the Practical Nurse with the daily routine and functions of the Nursing Units by the completion of both indirect and direct patient care activities.
JOB DUTIES
Gives patient care under the supervision of Professional Nurse and/or LPN, i.e. admission, transfer, and discharge.
Capable of performing procedures as per Nursing Extern Skill Sheet.
Observation and documentation by nurse reveals care given and is provided in a timely manner.
Assists Professional Nurse or LPN in complicated treatment procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of and implements policies and procedures of the hospital and nursing departments - including safety awareness/Infection Control.
Frequently makes rounds and performs errands if asked.
Observation reveals frequent rounds of units.
Answers call lights and follows through with patient’s needs.
Assist patients with personal hygiene and ADL.
Provides for patient comfort and safety.
Assists in admitting, discharging and transferring patient.
Utilizes and maintains equipment in a clean and safe manner.
Follows established charge procedure for patient charge items.
Demonstrates the ability to provide age appropriate care.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
High School diploma or equivalent.
Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Current BLS Healthcare Provider card
Meadville Medical Center is an outstanding community hospital located in Meadville, Pennsylvania. The hospital continually works to meet the community's needs by maintaining up-to-date and state-of-the-art facilities. We are a leader in healthcare in Northwest Pennsylvania, with the newest technology, including the latest generation of ultrasound, CT and MRI technology. Our medical staff of more than 100 consists of 37 medical/surgical specialties, with an extensive primary care foundation.
With a service area covering 75,000 individuals in Crawford County as well as an additional 150,000 persons from northwestern Pennsylvania, the Meadville Medical Center has annual inpatient admissions of approximately 7,617 and more than 215,742 outpatient visits. The Emergency Department alone reports 37,690 visits yearly and approximately 650 babies are born here each year.
Meadville Medical Center Mission Statement:
Your independent community health system is dedicated to providing high quality, innovative and affordable healthcare for the wellbeing of our community.
Meadville Medical Center Vision Statement:
Our vision is to continually exceed the expectations of those we serve by working together as a team, dedicated to a process of never-ending improvements.
