Under the supervision of an RN, assesses patient's status through interview, observation and physical assessment of actual problems and outcomes  

Assists the RN in the development of an individualized plan of care using a collaborative approach with the patient/family and health care team. 

Implements appropriate interventions identified in the plan of care to achieve expected patient outcomes 

Systematically evaluates and documents patient's progress toward expected outcomes/goals on an ongoing basis throughout the shift as directed by RN. 

Modifies plan of care based on evaluation as directed by RN. 

Completes required documentation as appropriate, including patient charting and event reports 

Demonstrates professional accountability for own practice as evidenced through seeking resources and continuing self-development 

Demonstrates technical knowledge of equipment and troubleshoots when problems arise 

Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in evidence-based practice 

Shares clinical knowledge through informal teaching and in response to the learning needs of others 

Performs select clinical duties, including but not limited to: 

Ensures that activity goals are met daily 

Taking vital signs 

Verifying and reconciling medical records/patient history/patient flowsheets 

Completing patient admissions and starting the intake process. 

Completing patient discharges 

Drawing blood  

Complete other duties as assigned by the nurse. 

Analyzes clinical situations in a systematic way and acts to obtain resources or correct problems to meet or exceed expected outcomes or patient needs 

Recognizes need for assistance and utilizes resources in a timely manner 

Demonstrates ownership and persistence to ensure problem is resolved in best way possible. 

Able to assume assignment of non-complex and some complex patient management with some turnover in assignment as directed by RN  

Consistently prioritizes work based on changes in patient condition, changes in assignment and unanticipated interruptions 

Identifies and utilizes team resources to solve identified problems or needs 

Collaborates with the health care team in the organization of tasks and activities for the patient's care from admission to discharge according to the plan of care and to meet identified expected outcomes 

Provides goal-focused bedside shift report 

Advocates with physicians on patient's behalf when necessary  

Utilizes communication and teamwork strategies aimed at promoting high team performance and achieving optimal patient outcomes and unit productivity 

Chooses an appropriate and meaningful communication style when interacting with others; gives and accepts constructive feedback to/from peers 

Participates in intentional rounds, communicates any next level of care needs 

Adapts teaching strategies based on patient's response, readiness to learn and level of comprehension as directed by RN.  

Takes cultural, age-specific, gender, and developmental factors into consideration when teaching patients about procedures, illness, hospital experience, etc. under the direction of RN.  

Ensures patient safety in the hospital environment by following policy/procedures and adhering to National Patient Safety Goals 

Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education 

Utilizes health patient education system and other resources for patients and family members 

Completes discharge education with patients. 

Utilizes teach-back method of education. 

Assures that the care provided is consistent with standards of care, evidence-based practices, national patient safety goals, core measures and other quality initiatives undertaken by the unit/hospital, such as activity, basic hygiene and nutrition. 

Works with interdisciplinary team in identifying opportunities for improvement in patient care and patient/family satisfaction 

Actively promotes and achieves customer satisfaction (patient, family, departments, physicians) 

Participates in the implementation of Performance Improvement initiatives 

Promptly and efficiently follows up on patient/family requests/needs - anticipates patient/family needs 

Encourages coworkers in achieving excellent customer satisfaction; utilizes organizational service excellence standards 

Identifies practice problems on the unit with solutions generated.  

Implements changes in own clinical practice based on literature and unit process improvement outcomes 

Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines. 

Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance. 

Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position. 

Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare. 

Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year. 

Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse.  Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff.  Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.