CNA Med/Surg - Per Diem

POSITION SUMMARY: The Certified Nurse’s Assistant is responsible for delivering basic care to patients in a safe and timely manner based on the Policies and Philosophies of the facility. He/she will be supervised in all aspects of that care.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/REQUIREMENTS:

• Assesses patient’s physical and emotional needs.
• Follows the care plan developed by the RN.
• Obtains and records to include, but not limited to, vital signs, weight, Accu-checks and intake/output.
• Transfers patients to and from, either assisted or unassisted, with all the following: bed, wheelchair, chair, stretcher, examination table, commode, scales, lifts and floor.
• Repositions patient if in a bed, wheelchair, chair, stretcher, examination table, commode, scales and floor.
• Provides a safe, clean and comfortable environment for patients.
• Reports all necessary/abnormal information about the patient to the charge nurse and/or physician. Follows instructions received from licensed staff (RN’s, LPN’s, Physicians).
• Participates in code situations as directed by charge nurse.
• Prioritizes, presenting problems to be handled during shift.
• Address, with supporting documentation, any questions or concerns regarding patient care with the charge nurse and/or physician.
• Addresses patients, visitors and co-workers in a pleasant, respectful manner and displays courtesy at all times.
• Maintains at all times patient’s rights.
• Receives and places confidential information with courtesy, accuracy and respect at all times.
• Adheres to the guidelines set forth in the facilities Personnel Policy Manual and Policy and Procedure Manuals.
• Completes annual review and keeps BLS certification current.
• Maintains required education credits per facility policy.
• Adheres to uniform and hygiene requirements as set forth in the Personnel Policy Manual.
• Reacts properly and follow correct policy and procedure in an emergency and/or disaster.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as situations require to maintain Infection control standards set by the Hospital.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/REQUIREMENTS:

• Documents in nurse’s notes when and where appropriate pertinent information.
• Must be willing to assist in other areas as the need arises.
• Stocks supplies.
• Attends at least 50% of staff meetings.
• Cleans equipment.
• Other duties as delegated.

Qualifications

• Current Idaho certification for Nurse Assistant (unless enrolled in the CNA program).
• Current BLS certification (may obtain upon hire)
• High School diploma or GED required or Minimum 1 yrs CNA work experience required.
• Previous work experience (in any field) preferred for verification of attendance and performance.
• Must Keyboard at 20 wpm and be proficient on Outlook and Microsoft word, experience on Electronic Medical Records system is helpful.