Patient safety is a top priority.
Measuring vital signs / chart.
Assist with ADL in a timely manner.
Excellent communication skills.
Proficient with both computer and paper documentation.
Report positive / negative changes with the patient to the nurse.
Perform transfers via Hoyer lift
sit-to-stand
bed to chair/wheelchair
shower room.
Read lips and use other means to communicate with patients to better assist their needs.
Assist ADLs with patients with Chest Tubes
Tracheotomy
on Cardio Thoracic care unit.
Obeying hospital/facility
HIPAA
and OSHA standards and protocols