Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hospital-orderly

noun

/ˈhɒspɪtl ˈɔːdəli/

Definition

A hospital orderly is a non-medical staff member responsible for assisting the nursing and medical staff in hospitals by performing various support tasks.

Examples

The hospital orderly helped transport patients to and from their rooms.
After the surgery, the hospital orderly ensured that everything was clean and organized.
She worked as a hospital orderly while studying to become a nurse.

Meaning

The role of a hospital orderly involves ensuring smooth functioning within a hospital environment, including patient care and maintaining cleanliness.