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To whom does a nurse aide report?
a licensed nurse
Tasks/responsibilities of a nurse aide
-activities of daily living (ADL),
-caring of the residents living space, - nourishment, record keeping & communication
duties,
-confidentiality
Are there any limitations for a nurse aide
cant give meds/oxygen,
- insert tubes into body openings or remove,
- take oral or telephone orders from doctor,
- Perform procedures that require sterile techniques unless allowed by your state and
job description
Describe work ethics and stna behaviors at work
-Be honest
-Protect residents privacy
-No gossiping, keep staff information private
-report abuse/suspected abuse
- follow care plan/report any mistakes you made
-DO NOT perform any task outside your scope of practice
-report to nurse
What is the goal in rehabilitation & restorative care?
help restore or improve function after an illness or injury
Acute care
24-hour skilled care given in hospitals or surgery centers, for people who require short
term immediate care for illness or injury
assisted living facility
facility for residents who need some assistance with ADL but do not need 24 hour care
long term care LTC
for people who need 24 hour skilled care
Delegation
transferring responsibility to a person for a specific task (nursing assistants CANNOT
delegate)
Communication
process of exchanging information with other, sending and receiving messages
verbal communication
involves the use of word, spoken or written.
nonverbal communication
communicating without using words. body language, facial expressions,
how does culture affect communication?
different cultures have different beliefs, behaviors, religions, and customs.