Job Information
Job Order ID :
WI3802368
# of Positions :
5
Experience Required :
Salary :
$20.28 + hourly
Duration :
Shift :
First Shift (Day)
Hours per week:
8
Job Description
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Turn or reposition bedridden patients. Answer patient
call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine
patients\' needs. Feed patients or assist patients to eat or drink.
Measure and record food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output,
reporting changes to medical or nursing staff. Provide physical support
to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting
out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or
exercising. Document or otherwise report observations of patient
behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses. Review patients\'
dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure patient
receives appropriate diet. Undress, wash, and dress patients who are
unable to do so for themselves. Observe or examine patients to detect
symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open
wounds, or blood in urine. Lift or assist others to lift patients to
move them on or off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, or
stretchers. Supply, collect, or empty bedpans. Communicate with patients
to ascertain feelings or need for assistance or social and emotional
support. Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse,
or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff. Gather
information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient
condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities. Wash, groom,
shave, or drape patients to prepare them for surgery, treatment, or
examination. Prepare or serve food trays. Change bed linens or make
beds. Exercise patients who are comatose, paralyzed, or have restricted
mobility. Restock patient rooms with personal hygiene items, such as
towels, washcloths, soap, or toilet paper. Assist nurses or physicians
in the operation of medical equipment or provision of patient care.
Record height or weight of patients. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be Certified Nursing Assistant at time of hire and
listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry. Must be at least 16 years
of age. - Employee must possess a valid driver\'s license and be
approved by the County, if driving facility vehicles in the
transportation of residents to program events, medical or dental
appointments, etc. Must successfully pass a background check as required
by the Wisconsin Caregiver law. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Apply Online: lacrossecounty.org/humanresources/employment-opportunities
Other: We will be accepting applications until this position is filled.
Company Information
Name :
LA CROSSE COUNTY
Application Information
Apply by mail :
Attn: Human Resources - LA CROSSE COUNTY
3501 Park Lane Dr
LA CROSSE, WI 54601