CNA - Med​/Surg​/Peds PT

Overview

CNA - Med/Surg/Peds (Hiring Bonus FT $2000, PT $1000)

This job provides direct patient care in the community and surrounding communities. Roles are flexible and purposeful, suitable for individuals who are curious, compassionate, and organized, with a positive approach to patient care for patients of all ages.

• Provides for patient's personal hygiene and daily living activities, including bedpan/urinal care, baths, backrubs, shampoos, shaves, meals assistance, ambulation, turning/positioning, and providing fresh water between meals.
• Administers various treatments and therapies (e.g., enemas, dressings, preps, ice/heat, sitz baths) and applies restraints as needed.
• Performs patient admissions; checks vital signs and weight; collects specimens and may perform post-mortem care; documents in EMR.
• Communicates with the professional nurse and keeps unit staff informed of patient care needs and problems.
• Notifies nurse and Unit Secretary of patient transfer and discharge times; responds promptly to call lights.
• Documents patient information related to Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and uses the EMR system for orders.
• Works effectively as part of the care delivery team and assists in orientation of new employees; maintains professional relations with staff.
• Maintains patient confidence through neat appearance and competent, caring performance; reports patient observations to the nurse for professional assessment.
• With specialized training and written approval, may perform additional unit-specific tasks; assists in patient teaching.
• Completes required CEUs and maintains active licensure if applicable; participates in performance improvement and educational activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned; complies with Corporate Compliance Policy and all relevant laws and standards; maintains safety and confidentiality.

• Education and/or
  
  Experience:
  
  High school diploma or GED; successful completion of a nursing assistant course or equivalent; has passed competency and skills tests for state registry; previous hospital experience preferred.
• Position Requirements, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within three months of hire; ability to build caring relationships with patients and families; punctuality and reliable attendance; maintains a safe environment for patients and co-workers; transports patients/equipment as appropriate.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate effectively; ability to present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Physical Demands:
  Ability to stand, speak, and use hands; lift up to 50 pounds occasionally; able to perform required physical tasks with reasonable accommodations; may be exposed to infectious diseases and hazards.
• Work Environment:
  May be exposed to moving parts, fumes, blood borne pathogens, chemicals, and other hazards; moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations available.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Full-time
• Prioritized for candidates seeking flexible scheduling and meaningful, impactful work

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care