CNA Hospital - PRN (days & nights)

Family-Health-West; Fruita (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

403(B) with 4% match

Medical plan options

Telemedicine

Job summary

Family Health West in Fruita, CO is seeking a compassionate CNA to assist with mobility, daily living activities and patient care within a busy hospital setting. You will support admissions/discharges, monitor vital signs, and collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team to ensure safe and dignified care.

Immunizations and CPR certification are required, and a strong emphasis is placed on professional growth and teamwork as part of our supportive family culture in western Colorado.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or better required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with mobility, hygiene and activities of daily living.
• Document vital signs, intake/output, and weights accurately.
• Assist with patient admissions and discharges.
• Support nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
• Operate telemetry and essential clinical equipment per policy.
• Maintain clean and organized patient and staff areas.
• Communicate courteously with patients, families and staff.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Vital signs

CNA duties

Education

CNA certification

Tools

Telemetry equipment

LifePak12

Glucometer

Job description

FHW Hospital
300 W. Ottley Avenue
Fruita, CO 81521, USA

FHW Hospital
300 W. Ottley Avenue
Fruita, CO 81521, USA

You belong here! At Family Health West, youre more than an employee, youre family.

When you enter our facility, you know its Family Health West because, well, the color speaks for itself. Youll be part of a team that strives to bring color to care in a vibrant environment by creating fun, effective treatment programs helping to empower and inspire our patients while providing the tools and care they need to achieve their wellness goals.

When we say youll do what you love, we mean it! Welcomed by open arms and warm smiles, youll join a team that encourages professional growth. We are sure to put on our listening ears when you share new ideas and approaches to care because thats what got us to the top! Youll wear your badge proudly, knowing that you contribute each day, to providing care that is unmatched, in western Colorado.

So, what are you waiting for?! Fill out the application now, and when you hit send do a little happy dance knowing that you just made our day. If it still sounds too good to be true, come see for yourself. Call us to schedule a tour and meet your new best friends!

About Family Health West

Our roots go deep -- founded by the community in 1946, its no wonder our hospital feels like coming home. We were built from the ground up with the hands of our own community, a labor of dedication and hope by our people, for our people, for the future.

At Family Health West we go beyond what corporate hospitals deliver, weve created a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourishes. As we focus on continually improving outcomes for patients, our network of healthcare providers includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, one of the largest rehab providers in western Colorado, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, emergency services, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities.

Nestled at the base of the Colorado National Monument, Family Health West has an outdoor paradise at your back door. The community culture is fitting for outdoor lovers, bikers, hikers, or those just simply soaking in the panoramic views.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1.

Reliable and punctual attendance is essential; expected to be at job as scheduled each scheduled day.

2.

Communicate necessary information to others as appropriate.

3.

Directly assists patients with mobility, hygiene and activities of daily living. This includes assisting with transportation within the facility and to and from appointments.

4.

Assists with patient admissions and discharges

5.

Assists nurses and physicians with medical procedures as directed.

6.

Provides basic life support in emergency situations.

7.

Accurately obtains, documents and reports vital signs / intake and outputs / weights.

8.

Monitors general condition of patients and reports observations and significant changes.

9.

Recognizes and addresses safety issues

10.

Is observant of universal precautions being followed.

11.

Has knowledge of, understands and observes special precautions.

12.

Maintains a clean and organized environment in patient and staff areas.

13.

Communicates courteously and effectively with patients, families and staff.

14.

Is protective of patients rights to privacy and dignity.

15.

Displays courteous and professional interactions with the general public, patients, families and staff.

16.

Participates in continuing educational activities.

17.

Documents, following facility protocols, within the scope of a CNA job description, accurately and completely.

18.

Works harmoniously with all members of the Interdisciplinary Team to meet all patient needs.

19.

Seeks assistance from Charge Nurse or DNS in any situation that is not within own ability or scope of practice of if there are questions or doubts.

20.

Correctly operates all equipment following facility policies and procedures, i.e., telemetry, LifePak12, EKG, Bladder Scan, and Glucometer

21.

Completes proper specimen collection (labeling, dating, timing and storage) and delivers to Lab for processing.

22.

Follows stocking of supplies and reorder procedure

23.

Follows patient transfer procedure for Hospital and ER, to include appropriate records, consents and COBRA.

24.

Assists with patient admissions and discharges

GENERAL DUTIES:

1.

Maintains patient/resident/employee privacy and confidentiality at all times.

2.

Other job related duties as assigned.

Wage starts at $20.00 plus 15% PRN and goes up based on experience

Immunizations required for employment

FHW offers a full benefits package including:

FOR ALL EMPLOYEES :

Employee Assistance Program

403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule

FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING AT LEAST 30 HOURS A WEEK

Medical Plan Options:

• PPO plan with copay/coinsurance and lower deductible
• High Deductible Health Plan with the option for a Health Savings Account.
• Telemedicine includes in both plan options.

Vision

Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Disability Insurance with a Short and Long Term Option.

Critical Illness and Accident Plans

Cafeteria Options: Health Reimbursement/ Flex Savings

A host of other options to include: Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection, etc.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

:

Motivations

:

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

1 year:

1 year:

CNA

Licenses & Certifications

Required

CPR

License - CNA

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