Certified Nursing Assistant- PACU

Phoebe Sumter Medical Center; Albany (GA); Presencial; USD 19.000 - 25.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA, is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant for the PACU. This full-time, day-shift role provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse and supports physicians and staff in a fast-paced post-anesthesia care environment.

Responsibilities include specimen collection, lab tests, EKGs, and routine Breath Alcohols, with clerical duties and documentation to ensure quality patient care and regulatory compliance.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational/Technical degree in medical field preferred.
• 1+ year patient care experience in a health care setting preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assist physicians and nursing staff in patient care.
• Collect specimens, run lab tests, perform EKGs, drug screens, and Breath Alcohols.
• Perform clerical duties and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ensure equipment operation and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and respond to patient needs.
• Deliver care according to age-appropriate guidelines.

Conocimientos

Compassion

Patient care

Communication

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational / Technical Degree in Medical Field

Descripción del empleo

## Certified Nursing Assistant- PACUApply: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 5, 2026 (2 days left to apply): 35088**Job Number:**35088**Location:**Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital**Street Address:**417 W 3rd Ave**City, State:**Albany, Georgia**Zip Code:**31701**Department:**PPMH PACU**Shift:**Days**Job Type:**Full time**Posted Date:**2026-09-29**Job Description Summary:**The Certified Nursing Assistant assists Physicians and nursing personnel in providing patient care to a specific patient population. Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the Licensed Nurse. Collects specimens, runs lab tests, performs EKG's, Drug screen collection, and Breath Alcohols. Performs clerical duties as assigned. Participates in unit activities that enhance and promote quality patient care outcomes in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Patient Care Services of Phoebe Putney Health System.**Description:**Job SummaryThe Certified Nursing Assistant assists Physicians and nursing personnel in providing patient care to a specific patient population. Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the Licensed Nurse. Collects specimens, runs lab tests, performs EKG's, Drug screen collection, and Breath Alcohols. Performs clerical duties as assigned. Participates in unit activities that enhance and promote quality patient care outcomes in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Patient Care Services of Phoebe Putney Health System.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED (Required)Vocational / Technical Degree in Medical Field (Preferred)Work Experience1+ year Patient Care Experience in a health care setting (Preferred)Licenses and CertificationsRequired Certifications/Licensures: Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Essential FunctionsDocuments and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.Uses correct terminology.Conforms to required style and format.Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.Understands equipment operation.Maintains equipment in working order. Troubleshoots equipment problems.Uses technology to increase productivity. Adapts to new technologyTreats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.Bases care decisions on plan of care.Monitors and documents patient response.Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions.Respects patients' confidentiality and privacy.Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.Develops expected outcomes that provide direction for continuity of care.Involves patient/family and other disciplines to determine expected outcomes.Modifies expected outcomes based on changes in the assessment of the patient.Includes the patient and others involved in the care in the evaluation process.Evaluates the plan in relation to patient responses and expected outcomes. Documents the results of the evaluation.Additional DutiesAdheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.Maintains current Knowledge in present areas of responsibility to include any specialty certification requirements (i.e., self-education, attends ongoing educational programs).Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.