ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Obtain and document patient vitals. Perform bedside testing. Perform basic nursing procedures such as oral care, perineal/foley care, non-sterile soaks, or thermal applications. Ensure cleanliness of office and examination rooms. Clean and store equipment. Maintain supply inventory and re-stock as required. Perform basic clerical duties as needed.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
: As assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES
Knowledge of basic nursing and patient care.
AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES
Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
RISK MANAGEMENT/QUALITY MANAGEMENT/SAFETY
Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent; plus specialized, short-term training in basic patient care. Work Experience
- clinic setting preferred. Training
- Formal nursing assistant and/or medical assistant training required. License/Certification
- Certification in Nurse Assisting or Certification in Medical Assisting preferred.
ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.