Certified Nursing Assistant I- Fourth Floor Med/Surg, Full Time Days

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsy Johnson Hospital in Dunn, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support basic patient care on the unit. Responsibilities include admitting patients, assisting with care plans, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked environment.

The role requires CNA certification, high school diploma, and good English communication. Candidates should be able to lift up to 35 pounds and work with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• CNA certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and perform patient transfers.

Responsibilities

• Assist in admission of patients and orient to unit.
• Respond to patient needs and provide direct assistance as able.
• Carry out delegated components of the nursing plan of care.
• Maintain a clean, well-stocked patient environment and assist with supplies.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

English language

Education

High school diploma

Nursing Assistant certification

Job description

FacilityBetsy Johnson HospitalLocationDunn, North CarolinaDepartmentFourth Floor Med/SurgJob FamilyNursing SupportWork ShiftDays (United States of America)SummaryPerforms basic patient care. Observes and reports abnormal occurrences or changes in patient condition. Cleans, stocks and maintains supplies for the patient unit.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMajor Job FunctionsThe following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:Assists in the admission of patients to the unit to include orientation to the unit, hospital routine and patient care equipmentResponds to needs of patients with direct assistance when able or by reporting patient needs to the appropriate personAssists with implementation of nursing plan of care by carrying out delegated patient care tasksAssists in maintaining patient safety to include the proper use of equipment and suppliesAccess to medication/supply room to retrieve patient care items for patient care useMaintains a well-stocked, clean patient environmentActively participates in cost containment and assists in accurate charging for patient servicesParticipates in educational and Performance Improvement activitiesMaintains (if needed) 4 of NAII skills per unit competencyPerforms waived testing per unit competencyActively demonstrates responsibility concerning customer satisfaction, patient throughput and hospital functional capacity through compliance with the Hospital Innovation Project (HIP)Other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsThe following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:Education and Formal Training:High school graduate or equivalent requiredNursing Assistant certification requiredCurrent registration with North Carolina Division of Facility ServicesWork Experience:NoneKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English languageExcellent guest relations skillsVerbal and written skills requiredAbility to accept supervision from a multidisciplinary teamFlexible in approach to work tasks and schedulesAble to grasp new skills and techniquesHas basic knowledge of age-specific considerations for patients servedHas basic computer skillsPhysical Requirements:Ability to work variable shiftsAbility to turn and lift patientsMuch standing, walking, bending and liftingPossess visual and auditory acuity for observing patientsPosition involves exposure to blood and body secretions and may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materialMust be able to lift 35 poundsRequired Licenses and CertificationsBLS - American Heart Association, CNA - NC Nursing Assistant RegistryCape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity