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.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Current Idaho certification for Nurse Assistant.
Current CPR certification (may obtain upon hire).
High School diploma or GED required.
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.
SCHEDULE:
Per Diem shifts 8 – 40 hrs per week as directed by Nurse Manager
Shifts may vary, including weekends, depending on schedule
12 hour shifts; 06:00 - 1800; 18:00 - 06:00
Per Diem, Shift & Weekend differentials
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-cheks 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.
Addresses patients, visitors and co-workers in a pleasant, respectful manner and displays courtesy at all times.
Maintains at all times patient’s rights.
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as situations require maintaining Infection control standards set by the Hospital.