Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, performs routine patient care duties following all assignments given by the Registered Nurse in charge of Emergency Services. Assists in treatment rooms.

Essential Responsibilities:



+ Completes documentation and functions as information source for patients when appropriate.


+ Responsible for adhering to all standards of nursing care and for promoting teamwork among co-workers.


+ Patient Health Care: Instruct patients on general health and basic self care procedures.


+ Review, explain and clarify physician orders with patient or parent.


+ Instruct patients in use of home equipment.


+ Administer patient first aid.


+ Apply orthopedic appliances.


+ Apply and remove dressings.


+ Execute treatments such as urinary catheterizations, bladder irrigations and installations, suctioning procedures, throat irrigati...