CNA Nursing Unit Secretary

CommonSpirit Health; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Nursing Unit Secretary to provide essential direct and indirect nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

You will support nursing staff, document care, and help maintain patient flow within a busy unit. You will be expected to use electronic records, coordinate orders, and participate in a collaborative team focused on patient-centered care, with opportunities for professional development in a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a Nursing Assistant Program.
• State registered CNA license.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the electronic record for new orders and coordinates completion with nursing staff and other departments.
• Uses computer technology to access and exchange data (lab results, interdepartmental communications).
• Documents vital signs, input/output, nutrition, hygiene, weights and other patient care; reports findings to RN.
• Performs clerical duties, maintains logs, coordinates services as needed.
• Greets patients/visitors and directs them to the appropriate location.
• Provides quality patient care including comfort, hygiene, safety, transport, and nutrition/elimination support.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Nursing Assistant Program

Tools

EMR access

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Nursing Unit Secretary, you will provide essential direct and indirect nursing care under the proficient direction of a Registered Nurse, aligning with established policies and procedures to optimize your skills and contribute to our patient-centered mission. Every day you will perform vital patient care tasks, support nursing staff, and actively participate in a supportive team environment where your skills and experience are highly valued, with clear pathways for professional development and career advancement. To be successful in this role, you will be committed to practicing at the top of your license, possess a strong work ethic, a compassionate approach to patient care, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic healthcare team.

• Monitors the electronic record for new providerentered orders and coordinates their completion with nursing staff and other departments as appropriate.
• Utilizes computer technology to access and exchange data, such as lab results and interdepartmental communications.
• Accurately documents vital signs, input/output, nutritional intake, personal hygiene, weights, and other patient care performed, reporting findings promptly to the Registered Nurse and maintaining thorough and confidential patient charts and records.
• Performs clerical duties, maintains department/unit logs, and coordinates services as needed.
• Greets patients/visitors and directs or escorts them to the desired location.
• Provides quality patient care, including comfort and hygiene measures, preventative skin care, safety measures, transport, and nutritional and elimination needs.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Graduate of a Nursing Assistant Program
• State registered CNA license

Preferred

• Six (6) months previous CNA or healthcare experience

Where You'll Work

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St Francis Hospital - Interquest. St. Francis Hospital opened in 2008 to keep pace with the growing needs of the Colorado Springs' community on the north side of the city. St. Francis Hospital features 340-beds and offers a modern Birth Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Cancer Center, Emergency Department, Level III Trauma Center, Imaging Services, Acute Inpatient Rehab, Surgical Services and Critical Care Unit. It also serves as southern Colorado's home base for the Flight For Life Colorado air medical transport service. It's an incredible time to join us as we celebrate recognition with Magnet Hospital designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas including Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.