Roles and Responsibilities: The Nursing Assistant / Home Care Aid

Roles and Responsibilities—The Nursing Assistant or Home Care Aide
You play a very important role in the care and well being of your clients. Once you receive a
delegated task, you are responsible for five primary actions:

1. Performing the delegated task according to the specific instructions of the RN. This
   may include documenting the task according to instructions from the delegating RN.
2. Observing the client for changes that may indicate:
   – Potential side effects from medications.
   – Negative reactions to procedures.
   – Complications from the client’s disease.
3. Reporting changes in the client’s condition promptly.
   – If you work in a facility or home care agency, report to the delegating RN and your
   supervisor according to your employer’s policy.
   – If you are an Individual Provider, report to the delegating RN and the case manager.
4. Reporting to the delegating RN any new or changed medications or treatments.
5. Renewing your registration or certification on time so you can legally perform a
   delegated task.
   You can make a difference in your client’s quality of health and life by being observant
   and communicating quickly