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Company: Cheyenne Regional Medical Center (Formerly-United Medical Ce
Facility: Cheyenne Regional Medical Center at Cheyenne
Department: Surgical


ROLE SUMMARY
Provides basic patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates individual patient care within the scope of his/her training and experience.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct patient care including but not limited to assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and walking patients. Keep a record of care given.
- Take vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate) when appropriate.
- Turn and reposition bedridden patients to prevent breakdown of their skin. Change bed linens as necessary.
- Transport patients and equipment as needed within the facility.
- Monitor patients and report any variances to the RN for further assessment.
- Works collaboratively with the RN in charge to meet physicians, coworkers, management and other department needs.
- Mandatory education and contact education requirements

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail

MINIMUM REQU PRN Variable nights Current BLS or CPR certification is required Current CNA licensure is required

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