CNA​/Nurse Assistant​/Nurse Apprentice Surgical Prep and Recovery

Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise is looking to hire a Certified Nursing Assistant, Nursing Assistant, or Nurse Apprentice to join our incredible nursing team.

Part time

Day Shift

Must be available to work one 9 hour shift per week. Monday-Friday from  OR , no weekends, no holidays.

• Support clinical staff at the unit level by performing clerical, receptionist and patient service coordination.
• Perform various nursing care services and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients, as those of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) under the direction and supervision of the licensed nurse.
• Revenue Management: ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.
• Provide direct high quality service to Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) to assist in patient care activities.
• Facilitate high quality customer service, communicating clearly with patients and families.
• Remove non controlled medications from deliver points (such as tube stations) and hand directly to RN or place in secure location.
• May act as a Unit Clerk on occasion which requires:
  • Preparing, compiling, and maintaining the patient’s medical record on the nursing unit from admission through discharge on a daily basis.
  • Transcribing physicians’ orders accurately.
  • Processing tests and procedures as ordered by the physician, then receiving results and reporting them to the patient caregiver.
  • Notifying physicians of admissions or consultations, as directed. Directing physician to appropriate patient caregiver.
  • Ordering routine supplies weekly, and other supplies and equipment as necessary.
  • Demonstrating utilization of proper infection control standards and practices.
  • Demonstrating utilization of proper body mechanics for self and patient.
  • Complying with the organization’s standards of care and Idaho Nursing Practice Act.
• May act as a Patient Visual Monitor on occasion which requires:
  • Maintaining visual observation at all times.
  • Verbally redirecting patients in person or over digital 2-way audio device that is in patient room.
  • Immediately summoning the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance.
  • Documenting every 15-30 minutes, as appropriate, on Observation Flow Sheet.
  • Participating in handing off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment.
  • Seeking help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others.
  • Participating in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assuring patient environment safety.
  • Seeking assistance with removal of any potential safety hazard from room and reporting findings to Charge Nurse.
  • May be trained as cardiac monitoring technician based on operational needs/approvals.

• Certified Nursing Assistant Certification issued by the State of Idaho OR maintain a current Nurse Apprentice application on file with the Idaho State Board of Nursing or complete the Trinity Health Nursing Assistant Program required.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.
• Six months Certified Nursing Assistant experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric as applicable).

• We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.