Patient Attendants At Oasis Healthcare

No of Positions: 5
General Description:To provide comprehensive technical Nursing services in the clinics and wards.
Duties and Responsibilities shall include but not limited to
Assist in delivery of the following services as allocated by a Registered Nurse; Showering, bathing and sponging, Repositioning, pressure area and skin care, Hair shaving and nail care, Mouth care, Eye and ear care
Change and make up occupied and unoccupied beds.
Assist in collection and record of clinical data as allocated by a Registered Nurse
Promote and maintain a clean, comfortable and safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
Ongoing cleaning of clinical equipment and working surfaces (trolleys, stretchers, wheel chairs), preparing treatment/procedure/delivery rooms prior to use.
Maintain inventory of equipment such as ripple mattress, wheel chairs, stretchers and stock take of toiletries, linen and other items used by the patient.
Report all observations and concerns about the patient to a Registered Nurse
Document all patient responses to direct care/assistance given in the Patient Assistants Care Plans and progress notes.
Accompany patients who have been discharged or referred out of the facility
Assist in emergencies
Assist in administrative duties such as photocopying ward forms.
Provide assistance to Medical and Nursing staff

Job Requirements
A Certificate in Nurse Aid.
At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a busy environment.
Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Computer literate and good reporting skills.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of Hospital’s Health and safety Policies and procedures
Confidentiality.