Hard Skills
IntermediatePatient Transfers and Mobility AssistanceThe ability to safely move, lift, and position patients using manual techniques and mechanical aids like Hoyer lifts to prevent injury.
IntermediateVital Signs MonitoringAccurately measuring and recording physical parameters including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
FoundationalActivities of Daily Living (ADL) SupportProviding physical assistance with personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, and feeding while maintaining patient dignity.
FoundationalInfection Prevention and ControlStrict adherence to protocols regarding hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE), and waste disposal to prevent pathogen transmission.
IntermediateClinical DocumentationMaintaining accurate and timely records of patient care activities, intake/output, and behavioral changes in digital or paper charts.
FoundationalFeeding and Nutritional SupportAssisting patients with meal consumption while following specific dietary restrictions and monitoring for choking risks (dysphagia).