Certified Nurse Assistant; CNA MedSurg

Position Summary

Provide direct patient care, both medical and non-medical. Cares are directed and supervised by the RN or LPN. Assures the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.

• Treats patients with respect and dignity. Providing privacy in all cares.
• Completes assignments, good time managements. Assists others willingly. Answers call lights promptly. Makes hourly rounds.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living: meal time set up and feeding, toileting, ambulation, transfers, positioning, dressing, AM & PM cares – bathing, oral hygiene, shave, skin and nail care. Attends to physical, spiritual and emotional needs.
• Accurately documents care provided:
  Activity, Meals, I & O, Vital Signs, Weights, Swing Bed activities and ADL assessments.
• Computer skills:
  Able to register patient when ward clerk is not available, order entry for specimen collection and requisitions for maintenance (equipment repairs).
• Assist with admissions and discharges – room preparation.
• Cooperates with unit cleaning, maintenance and restocking:
  Diet kitchen, utility room, report room, patient rooms, supply room, med carts, IV trays, equipment, etc.
• Good technical skills:
  Vital Signs, I & O, specimen collection, WBG, Weights, Isolation, hot and cold pads and SCD’s.
• Respectfully takes direction from medical professionals and reports changes in patient condition timely.
• Assists with maintaining equipment and reports all faulty equipment.

• Completion of a state-approved CNA certification program.
• Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of North Dakota.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and empathetic attitude towards patients and their families.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare practices.

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a supportive, community-oriented environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join the West River Health Services family and embark on a rewarding career in rural healthcare.