Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

At Sheridan Memorial Hospital, we proudly rank in the top 13.6% of U.S. hospitals, recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. With over 850 dedicated employees and 100+ expert providers across 25 specialties, we are committed to exceptional, patient-centered care. Set in northern Wyoming’s stunning Big Horn Mountain foothills, Sheridan offers outdoor adventure and community charm. Our hospital combines cutting-edge technology with a collaborative, innovative culture.

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The CNA assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to patients and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Nursing Team Leader or other Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit. The CNA implements directions from the nursing staff and physicians assisting with direct and indirect patient care.

Meets the communication needs of the patient/family, departmental staff, and medical staff. As assigned, the CNA performs admission duties and ensures patient information is accurately obtained and updated in the hospital’s computer system; prepares and compiles records in the department.

Professional Practice:
Adheres to organizational policies and procedures. Adheres to professional guidelines for practice such as defined by the Wyoming State Board of Nursing, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice. Collaborates with other departments in a professional manner as needed to provide patient-centered care. Consults with other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.

Communicates appropriately and clearly to NTL, physicians, co-workers and ancillary departments. Demonstrates effective communication, conflict resolution, team building, and leadership skills. Compliance with Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Kindness First Service Standards. Assists physicians and nursing staff with patient care duties within scope of practice: vital signs, positioning and transporting patients, weighing patients, etc. Prepares LDR in a timely manner with all anticipated instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for delivery.

Prior to admission, ensures patient room is ready (e.g., bed made, names on white board, admission kit, etc.) Upon admission, greets and escorts patient to room, introduces patient to his/her roommate, other patients and staff, as appropriate. Makes the patient comfortable (i.e., put to bed, get water, explain room lay-out, bed controls, etc.) and stores patient’s clothing. Upon transfer or discharge, assists with packing patient’s personal possessions, transporting patient to his or her new room or to the receiving area.

When necessary, assists with loading/unloading patients to/from vehicles. Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the unit shift. Cleans, stocks, and prepares LDR between patients. Notifies appropriate licensed nursing staff when patient condition/request warrants. These may include: changes in the patient’s physical condition or mentation; patient’s complaints of pain;

or patient requests are outside the scope of care for a CNA. Responsible for the care of delivery instruments, including cleaning and processing. Responds appropriately to the patient in an emergency or physically distressful situation. Carries out surgical asepsis when setting up sterile instrument table. Assists with resuscitation efforts and emergency situations as requested, within scope of practice in OB, Nursery, and PEDS.

Quality:
Assists with patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Completes documentation that meets current standards and policies. Performs treatments and provide services within scope of practice. Communicates appropriately and clearly with all health care team members. Provides care appropriate to disease condition and age of the…