Certified Nurse Assistant MUSC Mullins Nursing Center PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC Health) is seeking a Certified Nursing Aide to provide routine daily nursing care to assigned patients, ensuring safety and promoting the highest practicable well-being in accordance with laws and MUSC Health standards.

The role requires graduation from a State-approved CNA program, active licensure in the state, and CPR certification. The CNA will report to the unit nurse and may work beyond standard hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a State-approved CNA program.
• Current registration/licensure in applicable State and active license.
• CPR certification required (upon hire or during orientation).

Responsibilities

• Provide routine daily nursing care to assigned patients to ensure safety and well-being.
• Assist patients with baths, grooming, feeding, and toileting.
• Accurately document and chart patient care.
• Respond promptly to call lights and patient needs.
• Assist in patient evacuation and support care team.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

English proficiency

Education

State-approved CNA program

Nursing license/registration

CPR certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

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.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC001675 MAR - Standard Care Hall 2 (MNH) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-19 Scheduled Weekly Hours 8 Work Shift

Job Description Position Summary

• 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

Working Conditions

• Attends and participates in continuing education programs
• 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

Education, Experience, and Licensure/Certifications

• 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.

Specific Requirements

• 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

Essential Functions

• 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

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This job description is not designedtocoverorcontainacomprehensivelistingofactivities,duties,orresponsibilitiesthatarerequiredofthecare team members forthis job.

I understand that MUSC Health reserves the right to revise this job description at any time with or without Additional Job Description

Successful completion of an accredited Basic Nursing Assistant program. South Carolina Nurse Aide Certification required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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