Assist the Registered Nurse or the Licensed Practical Nurse in patient care tasks not requiring licensure.  Implements care under the supervision of an RN or LPN.

Education:   

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Experience: 

Demonstrate the ability and knowledge of proper skills, technique and attempts these when the situation arises. Certification by state exam or former employer, National Certification, or prior healthcare facility experience, or successful completion of the fundamental of Nursing semester/quarter of nursing school.

Additional Skills/Abilities:

CPR certification or capability to certify within 90 days; capable of working hours assigned to include (all) shifts, weekends, and holidays.  Able to work   under occasional stress related to care of acutely ill patients.