CNA - Float

Yale New Haven Health; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nursing Assistant to join their team. This role involves assisting in patient care, ensuring the safe transport of patients, and providing essential observational services. Candidates should have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. The position offers opportunities for professional development and is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in patient care. Join a supportive team that values integrity, compassion, and accountability in every interaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in patient care and safe transport of patients.
• Provides services of an Observer for patients requiring constant observation.
• Performs general receptionist and clerical duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Accurate documentation

Ability to interact with diverse individuals

Knowledge of basic medical terminology

Computer skills

Ability to move or lift patients and equipment

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

The Nursing Assistant assists in patient care throughout nursing areas, responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services. Provides the services of an Observer for patients requiring constant observation to maximize safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities

1. Essential Functions
   1.1 Demonstrates skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the supervision of licensed personnel, following their standards of practice.
2. Adherence to Policies
   2.1 Follows The Westerly Hospital policies and procedures.
3. Staff/Self Development
   3.1 Acts as a resource and role model.
   3.2 Participates actively in training and educational activities for staff.
4. Customer Service
   4.1 Demonstrates respect, dignity, compassion, and professionalism for all customers, utilizing the four tenets of Patient and Family Centered Partnership.
5. Employee Collaboration and Teamwork
   5.1 Recognizes and values contributions of colleagues, displaying cooperation and teamwork.
6. Resource Utilization
   6.1 Reports to work on time, prepared, following hospital policies for lateness, absenteeism, and time off.

Qualifications

Education: High school graduate or equivalent

Experience: Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred. Behavioral health experience preferred.

Licensure: Current RI Nursing Assistant License, Basic Life Support, CPI training within 1 year of employment.

Special Skills: Effective communication, accurate documentation, ability to interact with diverse individuals, knowledge of basic medical terminology and computer skills are a plus. Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.

YNHHS Requisition ID: 140283