CNA - PRN

• Location 1213 GARFIELD AVE,Harlan, IA, ,United States
• Job Category Clinical
• Employee Type PRN
• Manage Others No

The CNA will assist the professional nursing staff in providing quality patient care. The CNA is responsible for performing a variety of patient care activities including, but not limited to ADL's, assessments, documentation, etc., and related health care functions under the direct supervision of an RN or LPN. The CNA reports to the Inpatient Nurse Manager.

Completion of approved 75-hour Nursing Assistant Course and/or successful completion of Nursing Assistant Certification written and skills tests or completion of one year of an approved practical nurse program or professional nurse program. No experience required.

The CNA assists with direct patient care including taking vitals, recording data, relaying pertinent information and assisting with patient hygiene and personal care. Assists with ambulation and transfers. Anticipates patient care needs, utilizes fall prevention techniques. Assists with indirect patient care activities including passing trays, making beds, cleaning kitchen and utility room, defrosting and cleaning refrigerators, cleaning equipment after use and other unit maintenance.

Provides age-appropriate care. Utilizes, locates and restocks supplies.

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