Certified Nurse Aide CNA

Memorial Physician Practices; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to support basic patient care under supervision of an RN or LPN. You will report to the Director or Manager of the Department and follow established scope and standards of practice.

You will work with a broad patient mix, access protected health information securely, and follow safety and hygiene protocols. Education typically requires a high school diploma and state CNA certification; BLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma preferred.
• License: Certified Nursing Assistant in state of practice; BLS required; Handle with Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of an RN or LPN, performs basic patient care activities in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
• Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.
• Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.
• Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is present for all employees.
• Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, lifting/moving patients, and repetitive hand/arm movements.

Education

High School diploma preferred

Job description

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Position Summary

Under the supervision of an RN or LPN, performs basic patient care activities in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.

Essential Functions Additional Information

Patient Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.

Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is present for all employees.

Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, lifting/moving patients, and repetitive hand/arm movements. Regular exposure to biological and chemical hazards, including blood and bodily fluids, hazardous medications, and latex.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education: High School diploma preferred.

License: /Certifications: Certified Nursing Assistant in state of practice; BLS required; Handle with Care preferred.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.