CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc.; Pontotoc (MS); Presencial; USD 23.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc. in Pontotoc, MS is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for a night shift (7a-7p). The CNA will provide routine patient care, assist with daily living activities, and document care while communicating with the nursing team.

The role requires basic computer skills and strong compliance with standards. Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED (Nursing program preferred).

Formación

• Must be able to read and write.
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.

Responsabilidades

• Performs routine patient care within an assigned unit under RN supervision.
• Assists with activities of daily living such as hygiene, mobility and comfort.
• Documents care provided and communicates patient information to the care team.

Conocimientos

Reading and writing

Computer knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Educación

High School Diploma, GED, or Project Search Graduate | Nursing | Required

Descripción del empleo

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT### CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANTApply: Pontotoc - Health Services: Full time: Posted Today: JR100997We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' \"True North\" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.**Department:**42106020 ECF Nursing**Work Shift:**This is a nightshift position 7a-7p**Job Description:**The Certified Nursing Assistant at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for providing routine patient care within an assigned unit, assisting with activities of daily living, and coordinating daily patient care activities. They are expected to communicate effectively, maintain inventory control, and adhere to professional standards, while prioritizing patient care and documenting accurately.JOB FUNCTIONSPatient Care:• Performs tasks related to routine patient care within an assigned unit under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.• Assists with patient’s plan of care by providing and/or assisting with activities of daily living, including but not limited to personal hygiene, grooming, mobility, and comfort.• Effectively and efficiently coordinates daily patient care activities on the nursing unit.• Assists nursing staff to better facilitate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.• Performs a variety of duties both within and in support of assigned unit as delegated by nursing staff.• Responds to patient’s call lights/requests and reports to appropriate personnel when necessary.• Assists patients in meeting nutritional needs, including but not limited to assisting with feeding, providing fluids and supplements.Inventory Control:• Orders, stocks, and replenishes unit supplies and necessary equipment in a cost-efficient manner.• Participates in identifying unit financial responsibility during budget preparation.• Assists with keeping unit within its budget restraints.Communication:• Facilitates unit communication including, but not limited to, telephones, intercom system, call light system, computers, etc. and relays information as appropriate.• Communicates patient information, concerns, or issues to appropriate interdisciplinary team member(s).• Facilitates and directs communication among visitors, employees, and physicians within assigned unit.Customer Service:• Welcomes visitors to the unit by greeting them, answering questions, giving directions, and referring inquiries as appropriate to nursing staff.• Answers telephone and directs calls and inquiries to the appropriate department or staff member.• Polite and friendly in all interactions whether by phone or in person.• Ensures a safe and clean environment for patients and health care team.Documentation:• Documents care provided using worksheets and/or the electronic medical record.Regulation:• Adheres to professional standards, behavioral standards, and hospital policies as set forth by the organization.• Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.• Maintains confidentiality by protecting personal healthcare information of all patients.Knowledge Skills and Abilities• Maintains knowledge and resources necessary to provide age appropriate care.• Must be able to recognize and report changes and abnormalities in the patient’s condition.• Utilizes and cares for equipment and supplies on the Nursing unit.• Basic knowledge of computers preferred• Must be able to read and write.• Must meet continuing education requirements upon hire and annually as determined by unit and Continuing Education Department• Must be able to prioritize patient care, carry out assigned duties, report and / or document the same.• Assumes additional duties as delegated or needed.• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills.• Promotes harmony on the unit and with other departments.• Required to project positive image of the unit to all customers.Physical DemandsA thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.• Standing. Constantly• Walking. Constantly• Sitting. occasionally• Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently• Climbing. occasionally• Balancing. occasionally• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. occasionally• Reaching/Over Head Work. occasionally• Grasping. Frequently• Speaking. Constantly• Hearing. Constantly• Repetitive Motions. Constantly• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently**Salary Range:**$16.62-$20.78## **Education:**High School Diploma, GED, or Project Search Graduate | Nursing | Required**Certifications:**Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - CPR, Certified Nursing Assistant (MS) - MS Nurse Aide Registry