Prepares written job performance evaluations and conducts employee performance conferences. Assists unit personnel in interpreting and planning assignments and in executing difficult assignments. Exercises independent judgment and decision-making. Communicates effectively with patients and their families, physicians and staff. Participates in team conferences, development of nursing care plans, and team and shift reports.
Answers call lights, assists patients with personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Assists in assessing, admitting, discharging and transferring patients. Complies and performs within scope of practice as defined by state Nursing Practice Act. Completes all documentation as required by local, state and federal guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned. These statements set forth the basic tasks and duties of the job, but are not intended to provide a detailed description of all functions that may be required to perform the job satisfactorily.