Jenna M.

Attached electrodes to the patients' chests, arms, and legs, connect electrodes to leads from the electrocardiogram (EKG) machine, and operate the EKG machine to obtain a reading. Monitored patients' blooded pressure and heart rated using electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment during diagnostic or therapeutic procedures to notify the physician if something appears wrong. Checked, tested, and maintained cardiology equipment, making minor repairs when necessary, to ensure proper operation. Monitored patients' comforted and safety during tests, alerting physicians to abnormalities or changes in patient responses. Explained testing procedures to patients to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety. Prepared and positioned patients for testing.

Provided basic patient cared under direction of nursing staff. Perform duties such as feed, bathe, dress, groom, or move patients, or change linens. May transfer or transport patients. Includes nursing cared attendants, nursing aides, and nursing attendants. Applyed clean dressings, slings, stockings, or supported bandages, under direction of nurse or physician. Reviewed patients' dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure patient receives appropriate diet. Collected specimens, such as urine, feces, or sputum. Fed patients or assisted patients to eat or drink. Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms, bathrooms, examination rooms, or other patient areas. Restocked patient rooms with personal hygiene items, such as towels, washcloths, soaped, or toilet papered. Measured and recorded food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff. Answered patient called signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs. Recorded vital signs, such as temperature, blooded pressure, pulsed, or respiration rated, as directed by medical or nursing staff. Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine