Certified Nurse Assistant

Hometown Health; Reno (NV); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hometown Health in Reno, NV seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide or assist in activities of daily living and emotional support for patients across age groups.

Under supervision of the unit manager or RN, duties include documenting patient care, maintaining supplies, and coordinating with other departments; requires BLS and NV CNA certification, valid driver license preferred.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak English well.
• Six months CNA experience preferred.
• Must have a valid CA or NV driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Current BLS certification required at time of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain NV CNA certification.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Provide or assist in activities of daily living and emotional support for patients across ages.
• Ensure patient safety and body mechanics and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Assist in documenting patient care from pre-admission to discharge.
• Maintain unit supplies and interdepartmental communication.
• Schedule diagnostic tests and treatments per unit policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

CNA experience

Education

CNA certification

BLS certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Purpose:Under the supervision of the unit manager or nurse on duty, as defined by the Nevada State Board of Nursing, this position is responsible to provide or assist in activities of daily living, as well as emotional support to Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric patients. Direct supervision means direction given by the Manager or nurse on duty who is periodically available as the site where care is provided to a patient or available for immediate assistance.Nature and ScopeThis position provides personal hygiene, mobility, safety and comfort to Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric patients as direct by the professional nurse. The incumbent must be knowledgeable of the uses of equipment specific to the area of employment. This position is responsible to annually demonstrate proficiency in body mechanics, fire safety, infection control, patient safety, CPR and safe handling of hazardous materials.Decisions referred to the manager or RN on duty include: information to and orders from the physician, administration of medication and IV's, formulation of the patient care plan, the performance of nursing procedures and resolution of any unusual circumstances not included in current policies and procedures or standards of care.This position is challenged to maintain accuracy; communicate effectively with different types of people; function effectively under stress; and the ability to identify and maintain priorities while responding simultaneously to requests from different people. This position is also challenged to remain courteous and tactful at all times.The incumbent assists in procedures to facilitate the proper documentation of the patient care from pre-admission to discharge. The incumbent must be familiar with standard operating procedures in ancillary departments to schedule diagnostic tests and treatment without conflict. This position is responsible for the maintenance of unit supplies and interdepartmental communication. Incumbent responsible for other duties as assigned. This position does provide patient careMinimum QualificationsRequirements - Required and/or PreferredEducation:Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively.Experience:Six months CNA experience preferred.License(s):For the Following Cost Center(s) 205351, 205353: Valid CA or NV Driver's license and ability to pass Renown Health's Department of Motor Vehicle Report criteria. Current auto insurance.Certification(s):Current BLS certification by AHA standards required at time of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada CNA certification.Computer / Typing:Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.NameDescriptionDisclaimerThe foregoing description is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.