CNA Nights - Med Surg - Jeff Hwy

Job Summary

This position provides patient safety support and basic patient care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. The role involves constant observation of patients, notifying nursing personnel of changes in behavior or status, and intervening as needed to maintain patient safety. The employee communicates effectively with co‑workers, patients, families, and visitors, and performs all functions delegated by the nurse staff in accordance with policies and procedures.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Supports the plan of care as delegated by staff nurse within scope of skills verification.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment in the patient care area.
• Provides care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
• Communicates patient care needs effectively with patients, families, and other staff members, including multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Completes documentation of patient related tasks.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Preferred – High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred – Hospital and telemetry experience.

Required – Current state of practice Certification as a Nurses’ Assistant (CNA);
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association to be obtained within 30 days from hire;
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) to be obtained within 30 days from hire.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent time‑management skills.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Medium Work—exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The role requires walking or standing to a significant degree; may involve pushing or pulling of materials. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, tissue and potential hazardous medications or waste.

Employees are at occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

The employer is 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, protected veteran status, or disability status. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards and regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assignment and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.