Summary

The Care Partner I is responsible for assisting the Nurse in providing patient care. Activities are based on the unit's specific needs and are performed within the scope of education, training and experience of the Care Partner.

General Patient Care/Procedures

Demonstrate accuracy in taking vital signs, measuring intake/output, and completing activities of daily living as directed; document data via the electronic medical record

Demonstrate competency competent in determining orthostatic blood pressures

Perform blood glucose monitoring

Collect, transport, and perform data entry for lab specimens per policy

Obtain blood products from Blood Bank per policy

Effectively notify nurse of pertinent changes in patient’s condition

Maintain/stock adequate supplies and equipment to include but not limited to patient rooms, med room supplies, and emergency airway supplies at bedside

Follow established routines and utilize supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner

Education and Experience

Minimum Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education: Certification as a Nursing Assistant is preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Applicant must be BLS (American Heart Association) certified within 90 days of hire