Certified Nursing Assistant I- Medical Surgical, Per Diem Variable

Cape Fear Valley Health; Lillington (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System's Central Harnett Hospital in Lillington, NC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to support the 2 East unit with direct patient care, admissions orientation, and ensuring a clean, stocked environment. You will work variable shifts, assist with care per plan, monitor patient needs, and report changes promptly.

The ideal candidate has a Nursing Assistant certification, a high school diploma, NC registration, and strong guest relations, communication, and computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Nursing Assistant certification required.
• Current NC Division of Facility Services registration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in admission and orientation to the unit and routine.
• Provide direct patient care and respond to needs.
• Carry out delegated tasks per nursing plan of care.
• Maintain patient safety and proper use of equipment.
• Access supply rooms for patient care items.
• Keep unit clean, stocked, and cost-conscious.
• Participate in education and performance improvement activities.
• Demonstrate patient-focused service and teamwork.

Skills

Guest relations

Verbal & written

Read English

Team collaboration

Flexible tasks

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

NC CNA Registry registration

Job description

Facility

Central Harnett Hospital

Location

Lillington, North Carolina

Department

2 East

Job Family

Nursing Support

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Summary

Performs 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 Abilities

The 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:

Major Job Functions

• Assists in the admission of patients to the unit to include orientation to the unit, hospital routine and patient care equipment
• Responds to needs of patients with direct assistance when able or by reporting patient needs to the appropriate person
• Assists with implementation of nursing plan of care by carrying out delegated patient care tasks
• Assists in maintaining patient safety to include the proper use of equipment and supplies
• Access to medication/supply room to retrieve patient care items for patient care use
• Maintains a well-stocked, clean patient environment
• Actively participates in cost containment and assists in accurate charging for patient services
• Participates in educational and Performance Improvement activities
• Maintains (if needed) 4 of NAII skills per unit competency
• Performs waived testing per unit competency
• Actively demonstrates responsibility concerning customer satisfaction, patient throughput and hospital functional capacity through compliance with the Hospital Innovation Project (HIP)
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The 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 required
• Nursing Assistant certification required
• Current registration with North Carolina Division of Facility Services

Work Experience

• None

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Excellent guest relations skills
• Verbal and written skills required
• Ability to read English
• Ability to accept supervision from a multidisciplinary team
• Flexible in approach to work tasks and schedules
• Able to grasp new skills and techniques
• Has basic knowledge of age-specific considerations for patients served
• Has basic computer skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work variable shifts
• Ability to turn and lift patients
• Much standing, walking, bending and lifting
• Possess visual and auditory acuity for observing patients
• Position involves exposure to blood and body secretions and may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane and parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Required Licenses And Certifications

BLS - American Heart Association, CNA - NC Nursing Assistant Registry

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity