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Nurse Extender

Owensboro Health

Location: 42303
Type: Non-Remote
Posted on: March 14, 2023
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Nurse Extender Clinical Support Hours: Variable Variable Hours - PRN (As needed) Paygrade/Wages/Salary Info: 72H -
Job Summary Provides patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization. # Job Responsibilities Assists with admissions (prepare room for admission, orient patient to room and surroundings, introduce patient folder, explain rounding, call light, how to work TV, thermostat.) Assist with discharges (Call family to ensure someone can transport patient home, gather belongings, make copies/discharge packets, assist patient off unit via wheelchair, meet ride in designated area, assist into vehicle.) Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition to primary RN. Performs daily care tasks (delivery, set up, and pick up of meal trays, assist with feeding of patient with no aspiration risk, intake/output, ambulate, patient bed bath, pericare, change of patient clothing, linen changes.) Answers call lights and provides needed assistance to the patient Carries out additional duties as assigned (safety observation, intentional rounding, daily care tasks, supply stocking, etc. Qualifications High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher preferred No experience required BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this position Skills and Attributes Requires critical thinking and decisive judgment Works under minimal supervision Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action Physical Demands Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Sitting: Occasionally Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently Climbing: Occasionally Bending/Stooping: Frequently Kneeling: Occasionally Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally Reaching: Frequently Talking: Frequently Hearing: Frequently Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently Running: Occasionally Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently Owensboro Health Core Commitments INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers. RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community. TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future. INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health. SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do. EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.