Patient Attendant Position Available In Grafton, New Hampshire

Patient Attendant General Summary:

The Patient Attendant provides indirect patient care under the immediate direction of the Registered Nurse (RN). Essential Job Functions

• : • Performs patient sitting for patients requiring 1:1 after successful completion of required learning activities- MOAB and De-escalation training.

• Prepares room for patient arrival insuring all necessary equipment is replenished.
• Greets patient upon arrival, insures call bell, bed alarm, side rails and white board are completed as appropriate
• Assist patients getting ready for discharge by gathering their belongings and assisting them to their vehicle.
• Assists with hourly rounding and room safety checks.
• Delivers meal trays and sets up patients to eat.
• Assists with lifting and positioning of patients.
• Assists with transporting patients.
• Answers call lights and directs patient needs to the appropriate resource.
• Stocks departments as needed.
• Answers phones and handles calls appropriately.
• Participates/Engages patients in activities such as playing cards, puzzles, ambulation, etc.
• Other indirect patient care duties as assigned.
• Attends and participates in department/hospital meetings as required.
• Complies with hospital and departmental policies, procedures, regulations and standards as related to job.
• Demonstrates hospital’s stated mission and values. Actively and appropriately participates in problem-solving identification and resolution, both intra- and inter-departmentally.
• Meets department customer service standards and strives to enhance the level of customer service provided.

Qualifications:

Education Required:

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

None.

Work Experience Required:

Preferred:

Previous experience in a hospital setting serving the same age/type of patient population.

Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required:

None Preferred:

None.

Other Skills/Knowledge Required:

Demonstrated independent judgment in times of need, along with the ability to seek guidance and/or support from appropriate resources. Computer literacy. Ability to write clearly and concisely. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.