JAIL MEDICAL ATTENDANT 2611

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under direct supervision, an employee in this class provides routine medical and personal care for inmates. Work is performed within established policies and procedures and is reviewed by the supervising Physician, Physicians Assistant or Registered Nurse. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists physicians or physician's assistant while performing exams for inmates;

Assists inmates with personal care needs as required;

Assists with medical procedures and treatments such as taking and recording vital signs;

Performs technical procedures such as EKG, visual acuity testing, GC culture smears (Gonorrhea test), PPDs (skin test-tuberculosis);

Performs venipunctures and takes blood samples;

Assists in making daily reports and keeping adequate inventory records of medication and medical supplies;

May administer medication to inmates as established through a protocol and under the direction of a physician or physician's assistant;

May assist in the administration of first aid in emergency situations;

May perform clerical duties including the filing of medical records.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of standard techniques involved in providing personal care; good knowledge of first aid methods and treatment; good knowledge of principles of patient care as defined in protocols established by the unit; ability to recognize the need for intervention if emergency treatment or care is required; ability to safely draw intravenous blood; ability to deal effectively with inmates and staff members; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in detail; ability to maintain records and charts; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a license or a limited permit issued by the State of New York to practice as a practical nurse.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Candidates must possess or, for those with limited permits obtain, within one year, a current registration issued by the State of New York to practice as practical nurse, and must maintain a valid registration throughout employment in this title.

Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required at the time of appointment and during employment in this title, to possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

R10/12/12

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive

Review 7/23/15