Nursing Assistant at KINDRED REHAB GROUP MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Vital Signs Monitoring, Activities of Daily Living, Clinical Documentation, Interpersonal Communication, Patient Transport, Basic Computer Knowledge, Time Management, Patient Positioning, Post-mortem Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Kindred Hospital Houston Northwest and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) provide specialized care for patients with complex medical needs. Our long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) offers advanced, hospital-level treatment for chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended stays. In addition, our Acute Rehabilitation Unit is dedicated to helping patients recover from the effects of acute injuries, impairments, or illnesses. With a focus on personalized care, both the LTACH and ARU collaborate with your physician to provide 24/7 clinical care, ensuring continuous support on your path to recovery. Job Summary Assists professional nursing personnel in providing patient care in assigned area. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides for personal care, emotional support and performs more complex clinical skills under the direction of professional nursing personnel. Essential Functions Consults with and keeps supervisor informed of unit activities, needs, and problems related to patient care. Provides general nursing care such as positioning the patient, lifting, turning, applying/utilizing special equipment, assisting in the use of bed pan, urinal or commode, ambulating the patient, preoperative and post operative care, and application of binder or anti embolic stockings, bed bath, oral/hair/back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table, and beside stand, straightening patient room and other general care necessary during the shift. Takes and records temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake and output measurements accurately. Documents in a timely manner. Prepares patient room and bed for admission and transfers and ensures all necessary equipment is in room. Maintains an attractive and comfortable environment for patients with special consideration to cleanliness of room, ventilation, and lighting. Assists in patient admission, transfer, and discharge procedures. Assist with handling and care of patient belongings and other personal property. Answers patient call lights, telephone, and paging system and responds as appropriate. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs routine treatment procedures such as enemas, application of appliances for heat and cold. Able to release, remove, and reapply restraints to patient under the direction of an RN. Ensures patient is in proper position and alignment. Assist Registered Nurse and/or LVN/LPN with complicated patient treatment procedures. Serves and removes patient meal tray in timely manner. Assists with feeding and/or preparing items such as opening milk container, cutting food for patient. Transports patients to an from various departments as requested. Provide post-mortem care and assists in transporting bodies to the the morgue or designated area. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Basic computer knowledge. Able to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations. Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Must read, write and speak fluent English. Must have good and regular attendance. Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%25 Performs other related duties as assigned. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred) Licenses/Certification • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of practice Upon Hire (Preferred) And • BCLS - Basic Life Support Like AHA or Red Cross Within Facility-Specified time frame (Required) Experience Minimum six months’ experience in acute or long-term care facility preferred.

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Responsibilities

Assists professional nursing staff in providing comprehensive patient care, including activities of daily living and emotional support. Performs clinical tasks such as recording vital signs, managing patient positioning, and assisting with admissions and discharges.