Certified Nursing Assistant

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System in Savannah, GA is seeking a Patient Transporter to assist in moving patients for radiology studies and provide basic patient care under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include transporting patients, performing bedside glucose testing, and maintaining safety by using lift devices and following isolation precautions. The role requires strong communication and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• 1 year of experience required.
• Professional Certification required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to radiology and other care areas under RN supervision.
• Performs bedside glucose testing and records results per SOP.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and staff.
• Follow safety policies and use lift devices as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and promptly report repairs.
• Adhere to isolation precautions and proper disposal of waste.

Job description

Assist in transporting patients for radiology studies and provides basic care of patients.

Education

High School Diploma - Preferred

Experience

1 Year - Required

License & Certification

Professional Certification - Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required

Core Job Functions

• Proper safety procedures are utilized to ensure patient and staff safety are utilized. Verbally reports abnormal vital signs or other abnormal assessments to a nurse. Follows policies and procedures and physician's orders.
• Performs bedside glucose testing. Accurately records results according to standard operating procedure. Quality Control (QC) and maintenance performed and documented.
• Utilize interpersonal and therapeutic communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and members of the Provider and RN. Communicates relevant, accurate, and complete information.
• Under the direction of the RN transports patients to other patient care areas
• Training is completed on all safe handling devices. Assesses the patient to determine the most appropriate lift equipment to use on a specific patient. Lift assist devices are used on all needed transports.
• Call lights and phones are answered in an efficient and professional manner and messages are communicated to the appropriate person. Work area is kept organized and clean.
• Adheres to safety policy wearing protective equipment while cleaning and reports any needed repairs directly to charge nurse. Follows Isolation Precautions per policy. Trash and linens are bagged per policy and placed in soiled utility room, cleans and sanitizes all equipment and as needed to include stretchers, wheelchairs, carts, IV poles etc.