Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) MUSC Mullins Nursing Center FT

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) MUSC Mullins Nursing Center FT

The Certified Nursing Aide is responsible for providing routine daily nursing care to assigned patients to assure patient safety and attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each patient in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and MUSC Health standards.

Reports to unit nurse

Works in department as well as throughout facility

Subject to frequent interruptions

Involved with patients, care team members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances

Subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, etc.

Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily as necessary

Subject to falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc. throughout the workday

Possible exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and hepatitis B viruses

Must be a graduate of a State-approved CNA program

Must be currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.

One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred

Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm as well as willingness to handle difficult patients

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

Must be knowledgeable of nursing practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility

Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the nursing department

Must perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas

Maintains professional working relationships with all care team members, vendors, etc.

Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to MUSC Health's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Must be able to lift, turn, move, position, and transport patients

Must be able to assist patients with baths, showers, personal grooming, feeding, and toileting

Must be able to accurately document and chart patient care

Must be able to respond to call lights promptly

Must exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

Must be able to assist in the evacuation of patients

Must demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

Must be able to concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

Must be able to communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

Must be able to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Must be able to lift 35 lbs floor to waist, lift 35 lbs waist to shoulder, lift and carry 35 lbs, and push/pull 35 lbs