STUDENT NURSE TECH - OBSTETRICS - PRN DAYS

Job Summary:  Provides patient care to obstetrical, gynecological,  and neonatal patients under the guidance and direction of the registered nurse.  Performs various light housekeeping duties.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Supports Patient Bill of Rights by respecting cultural, religious and ethical diversity.
2. Responds appropriately to infant security, hospital code and patient alarms, including required documentation.
3. Uses effective communication skills with patients, staff, other departments, physicians, families and visitors.
4. Provides age and population specific patient care in a safe, skillful, accurate and efficient manner to newborn, adolescent and adult populations.
5. Completes documentation accurately and in a timely manner, according to hospital policy and procedures.
6. Maintains the patient’s environment to include appropriate equipment and supplies at all times.
7. Obtains and documents accurate blood glucose, vital signs, I & O, and weights, and reports abnormal findings to the nurse in a timely manner.
8. Performs or assists with patient’s hygiene, food, and fluid needs.
9. Assists patients to obtain optimal mobility in a safe and appropriate manner.
10. Provides care to newborns receiving phototherapy
11. Maintains a clean unit and completes the unit cleaning checklists.
12. Assists in infant discharge process which includes: car seat fitting, transponder removal and foot prints.
13. Performs advanced nursing skills to include insertion and removal of Foley catheters and neonatal heel stick for glucose screening.

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

                Education Level:  Current enrollment in an accredited School of Nursing

                Certification/Licensure: BLS required.

                Experience Requirements: Must have successfully completed two (2) semesters of clinical             rotations.