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Primary duties: ER Front Desk, taking emergency information of patients for triage nurse.

Duties included on the ER Floor:

• Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
• Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
• Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
• Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
• Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
• Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
• Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
• Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
• Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
• Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
• Monitored patients for signs of distress or decompensation and alerted staff of emergency situations.
• Worked alongside doctors and nurses to provide supplies, instruments and equipment for procedures.
• Helped nursing staff provide quality, competent patient care for diverse emergencies.
• Restocked supplies kept in patient rooms to maintain optimal levels.
• Tracked patients' vital signs, and collected samples to free up nurses and physicians for more advanced work.
• Assisted with fitting patients crutches and other medical devices.
• Took patient assessments, including blood pressure and temperature and documented information.

• Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
• Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
• Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
• Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
• Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
• Used mobility devices to transport patients.
• Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
• Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
• Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
• Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
• Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
• Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
• Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
• Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.