Certified Nursing Assistant, Telemetry - Part-Time

Provides hands-on patient care including vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, bladder scanning, telemetry, catheter and drain care, and other clinical support under RN supervision. Also assists with call lights, documentation, supplies, maintaining a safe patient environment, floating to units as needed, and training new team members.

24-hours per week

Days

• Provides patient care as assigned and per routine as defined by educational scope, according to standards of care, shift routines, and policies and procedures.

• Answers call lights in timely and appropriate manner.

• Documents care provided according to standards.

• Maintains a clean work and patient environment.

• Maintains supplies, including scanning, stocking and ordering new supplies and disposing of expired or damaged supplies.

• Floats to various units based on identified patient care needs.

• Participates in department or unit performance improvement activities.

• Training/precepting new partners in collaboration with unit educator.

• Blood Glucose Monitoring (BGM) with lab personnel

• Bladder scanning procedure reviewed

• Bladder scanner training complete (check off sheet for competency)

• Attaching patient to remote telemetry or bedside cardiac monitor

• Managing and reporting collection devices:

• Colostomy, ileostomy or other fecal management systems: care and output measures

• Indwelling catheters: care and output measures

• Nasogastric tubes to suction

• Surgical drains under direction of supervising RN

• Competent in completing vital signs:
  Manual process for blood pressure and required reporting of abnormal values to supervising RN

• Discontinue invasive devices under the direction of the supervising RN:

• Indwelling (Foley) catheters

• Nasogastric tubes

• Peripherally inserted intravenous catheters

• Similar devices as appropriate

Quality
- Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment;
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details;
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
Applies feedback to improve performance;
Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service
- Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance;
Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service;
Meets commitments;
Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement;
Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners;
Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering
- Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions;
Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views;
Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work;
Gives and welcomes feedback;
Generates suggestions for improving work:
Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost
- Conserves organization resources;
Understands fiscal responsibility;
Works within approved budget;
Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Completion of a CNA program.

• Current CNA certificate in applicable state.

• Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.

Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
Gathers information and reports as appropriate;
Works well in group problem solving situations;
Remains calm when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills
- Assesses own strengths and weaknesses;
Pursues training and development opportunities;
Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;
Shares expertise with others;
Consistently performs essential duties and responsibilities.

Interpersonal Skills
- Focuses on resolving conflict, not blaming;
Maintains confidentiality;
Listens to others without interrupting;
Keeps emotions under control;
Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Motivation
- Sets and achieves challenging goals;
Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles;
Self-directed in daily work routine, remaining productive during work hours.

Professionalism
- Approaches others in a tactful manner;
Reacts well under pressure;
Treats others with respect and consideration;
Accepts responsibility for own actions;
Follows through on commitments.

Safety and Security
- Observes safety and security procedures;
Reports potentially unsafe conditions;
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