nurse aid

What Does a nurse aid Do?

1. Patient Care Support

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility.

• Provide support to patients with limited movement (helping them walk, transfer to wheelchair, or reposition in bed).

• Ensure patient dignity, privacy, and comfort at all times.

2. Monitoring & Reporting

• Record and monitor vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration.

• Observe patient conditions and report unusual symptoms or discomfort to supervising nurse/doctor.

• Assist in monitoring fluid intake/output.

3. Comfort & Hygiene

• Maintain patient cleanliness by changing clothes, bed linens, and ensuring hygiene.

• Provide assistance with toileting needs and personal grooming.

• Support patients emotionally by offering companionship and encouragement.

4. Medical Assistance

• Prepare patients for examinations and minor medical procedures.

• Hand over necessary tools and equipment to nurses and doctors during procedures.

• Transport patients to different hospital units when required.

5. Safety & Infection Control

• Maintain a clean, sanitized environment to prevent hospital-acquired infections.

• Dispose of medical waste according to safety protocols.

• Follow strict infection control guidelines (e.g., hand hygiene, PPE usage).

6. Team Collaboration

• Work under the supervision of registered nurses and doctors.

• Assist in emergency situations by quickly providing necessary support.

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff.