CNA - MedSurg

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides basic nursing care to patients in the medical-surgical, telemetry, intensive care and pediatric unit according to established standards and practices. Functions under the direct supervision of a nurse.

• A:
  Provides patient’s personal hygiene, assists with bedpans, urinals, backrubs, shampoos, shaves, oral care, showers, etc.
• B:
  Provides and assists with ADLs: assists with meals and feeds patients, ambulates, turns and positions patients, provides fresh water and nourishment between meals.
• C:
  Competently takes vital signs on adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
• D:
  Performs competently during emergency, busy or otherwise stressful situations in the department.
• E:
  Competently performs nursing aide procedures and patient care under the direction of a RN/LPN.
• F:
  Prepares patient rooms for admission.
• G:
  Utilizes techniques of infection control, including proper hand washing and handling of linen, according to standard precautions.
• H:
  Promptly answers patient call lights and requests.
• I:
  Consistently obtains patient weight on admission and as ordered.
• J:
  Collects specimens as requested.
• K:
  Communicates pertinent information regarding changes in patient condition to the responsible RN/LPN.
• L:
  Consistently functions within scope of practice for a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• M:
  Completes patient charges appropriately.
• N:
  Records all entries in EHR, documents in an informative and complete manner.
• O:
  Demonstrates skill and accuracy in hospital computer application.
• P:
  Documents patient care and procedures/interventions accurately and thoroughly in accordance with hospital standards.
• Q:
  Consistently records I & O.
• R:
  Accepts the need to float when staffing dictates.
• S:
  Supports the department by attending and constructively contributing to staff or other meetings as able/necessary.
• T:
  Attends 75% of Staff Meetings.
• U:
  Responsible for informing nurse managers of nursing activities, needs, problems, and unusual events.
• V:
  Participates in stocking, sorting, and inventory of departmental supplies to ensure appropriate items are readily available for patient care needs.
• W:
  Maintains a clean, organized and safe working environment in both patient care and clerical areas.
• X:
  As a member of the health team will maintain harmonious relationships with unit and co-workers providing support and assistance to co-workers to ensure quality patient care.
• Y:
  Communicates clearly and tactfully with residents and families.
• Z:
  Maintains confidentiality of all patient/resident/staff information.
• AA:
  Other related duties as assigned.

• MINIMUM EDUCATION:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent;
  Successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant course.
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
  
  Must be able to read, write, and speak English language in an understandable manner;
  Basic knowledge of medical terminology;
  Basic computer knowledge and skills.
• REQUIRED
  
  CERTIFICATIONS:
  
  BLS certification;
  Active Nevada Certified Nursing Assistant License.
• SPECIAL
  
  SKILLS:
  
  Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such;
  Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients, family, visitors, and the public;
  Ability and willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
• SUPERVISES:
  None.
• PHYSICALLY DEMANDS:
  For physical demands and working conditions, see next page.