Certified Nurse Attendant

BronxCare Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

BronxCare Health System is looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in New York, NY. The CNA will provide specific direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with hygiene and personal care needs, and responding to emergencies. High School diploma or GED, BCLS certification, and completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant course are required. Join a committed team dedicated to patient care with BronxCare Health System.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• BCLS certification is mandatory.
• Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant course required.

Responsibilities

• Respond appropriately in an emergent situation as per hospital policy.
• Utilize principles of Infection Control in the delivery of care.
• Accurately perform and record vital signs including blood pressure.
• Monitor and record patient intake and output accurately.
• Provide for patient’s personal care needs.
• Perform waived testing according to policy and procedure.
• Observe care of patients on suicidal, constant and safety precautions.
• Transport patients as assigned.
• Implement restraints according to policy and procedure.

Education

High School or GED

BCLS Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant Course

Job description

Overview

Reports to the Patient Care Manager. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, the CNA provides specific direct patient care activities and performs related support functions within his/her scope of responsibility as specified in this job description.

Responsibilities

• Responds appropriately in an emergent situation as per hospital policy.
• Utilizes principles of Infection Control in the delivery of care.
• Accurately performs and records vital signs including blood pressure
• Monitors and records patient intake and output accurately
• Provides for patient’s personal care needs-hygiene, toileting, feeding and bed making
• Performs waive testing according to policy and procedure
• Observes care of patients on suicidal, constant and safety precautions
• Transport patients as assigned.
• Implements restraints according to policy and procedure.

Qualifications

High School or GED required. BCLS and completed certified Nursing Assistant course.