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WVU Medicine

Academic health system

Restorative Nursing Aide

Full-Time
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Mid
Bridgeport, WV, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryNursing & Frontline Patient Care

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Successful completion of a qualified nurse’s aide program is required, or active enrollment in a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse program with successful completion of a fundamentals of nursing course.
  • Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of the hire date.
  • The employee must be able to take and read manual blood pressure.
  • The employee must be able to assist patients using proper techniques for transfers, gait, and basic range-of-motion and functional exercises.
  • The employee must be able to perform basic computer skills.
  • The employee must be able to take direction.
  • The employee must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with nurses and therapists.
  • The employee must be able to accurately obtain and report vital signs.
  • The employee must be able to identify basic signs of distress and report them to nursing staff.
  • The employee must be able to properly fit and apply ambulation and mobility devices, splints, slings, and orthoses or prostheses.
  • The employee must be able and willing to complete on-the-job training and in-service education and carry out specific duties under the supervision of a registered nurse.
  • The employee must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights with varying amounts of assistance on a regular and recurring basis.
  • The employee must be able to exert forces up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly.
  • The employee must be able to work in environments involving exposure to body fluids, human tissue, contagious diseases, sharps, explosive gases, cleaning agents, disinfectants, fumes, odors, electrical current, and x-ray radiation.
Responsibilities
  • Provide direct patient care under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and licensed practical nurse.
  • Conduct restorative nursing and maintenance programs outlined by staff physical and occupational therapists.
  • Identify and meet patient needs in compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
  • Perform direct patient assignments using judgment and job-related skills.
  • Report pertinent observations and concerns directly to the registered nurse.
  • Assist patients with restorative nursing programs outlined by staff physical and occupational therapists.
  • Document in the appropriate areas of the patient chart according to policy and procedure.
  • Demonstrate competency in clinical and technical skills, complete the skills checklist, and perform required skills daily.
  • Provide customer service in accordance with established hospital customer service standards.
  • Assist with patient admission, including completing appropriate admission forms, obtaining initial vital signs, and orienting the patient to the room and unit as directed by the registered nurse.
Desired Qualifications
  • Certification as a nurse’s aide is preferred.
  • Prior experience as a restorative nursing aide is preferred.
  • Prior patient care experience in an acute care hospital or post-acute setting, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation hospital, or home health, is preferred.
  • Phlebotomy experience is preferred.
  • Experience using a glucometer is preferred.

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WVU Medicine

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WVUMedicine is an academic health system serving West Virginia and the surrounding region. The system operates hospitals, clinics, specialty programs, emergency care, research, and medical education through an integrated network. It serves patients, families, referring clinicians, students, researchers, and regional communities. Its operating model centers on clinical care, hospital operations, ambulatory services, education, research, and shared system support. Teams work across nursing, physicians, allied health, research, technology, facilities, administration, and patient services. Work depends on coordination among clinical, operational, technical, and support teams across its care settings and communities.

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