Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Observation FT.9 Nights

Carolinas Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant for the Observation Unit to support patient care on a 7p–7a shift with rotating weekends and holidays. This is a full-time role in a 36-hour work week with benefits eligibility.

Under RN supervision, you will assist with daily patient activities, document in the EMR, help with transfers, and ensure safety and infection control protocols are followed. BLS and Nurse Aide certification must be obtained within 45 days.

Qualifications

• GED/HSED or high school diploma required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification within 45 days of hire.
• Nurse Aide certification in good standing with the State Registry.
• Basic computer skills and ability to document in EMR.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with daily patient care: bathing, feeding, mobility and positioning.
• Measure and document vitals, intake/output and daily weights in EMR.
• Perform rounding and promptly communicate observations to RN.
• Support admission, transfer and discharge processes with room setup.
• Collect urine/stool specimens and perform point-of-care testing as needed.
• Run errands, stock nursing areas, and clean equipment and areas.
• Assist with patient positioning and transferring; support nutrition needs.
• Maintain skin integrity and ensure appropriate supplies and devices are available.
• Follow infection prevention policies and wear PPE as required.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

GED/HSED or HS Diploma

Job description

Department: 35400 Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Observation Unit

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hou rs Per Week: 36

Schedule Details/Additional Information: 7p to 7a, rotating weekends and holidays

Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20

Major Responsibilities

• Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated.
• Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested. Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family to RN. Documents appropriately.
• Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings. Ensures patient call light is always in reach of patient and answers call-lights promptly.
• Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing as indicated using approved process for accurate specimen labeling and identification. Maintains competency as required.
• Completes various errands as directed including pick-up and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports. Maintains and orders stock for nursing area. Cleans equipment and work areas.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties which require lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices. Performs tasks related to nutritional needs of patient under direction of RN to include diet review, tray set up/removal, proper positioning and diet selection.
• Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity to include proper repositioning and skin care. Ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices.
• Under the direction of RN and as determined by site/unit requirements, may be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care, and bladder scans.
• Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention by demonstrating hand hygiene and knowledge of sterile and aseptic procedures, proper disposal of contaminated materials and utilizing proper attire when in direct contact with patients in isolation.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days, and Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices.

Education Required

Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), or High School Graduate.

Experience Required

None.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Basic computer skills. Excellent oral and written communication. Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift.

Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist. lift up to 20 lbs. over the head. carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.

Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force. perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.

Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.

Must have functional vision and hearing. Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis; therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

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