CNA, Surgery (Per Diem, Day Shift)

Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center; Selma (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Selma is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide personal nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor patient status, and report concerns to the RN. This role supports a 57-bed acute care setting in Selma, CA.

Responsibilities include vital signs, basic patient care, and performing clerical tasks to keep the unit running smoothly. BLS certification is required by AH policy.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent is preferred.
• BLS certification required by Adventist Health policy.
• Phlebotomy Certification and Audiometry/vision training are preferred in CA and HI.

Responsibilities

• Performs activities of daily living including feeding, bathing, dressing, and mobility.
• Takes vital signs and reports changes to the RN.
• Completes clerical duties to support unit operations and data collection.
• Performs other duties as assigned to ensure patient care continuity.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Strong communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Located in the central San Joaquin Valley, Adventist Health Selma has been serving the Central Valley since 1999. We are comprised of a 57-bed acute care hospital and six local medical offices. Selma is rapidly growing with nearly 25,000 residents offering a great cost of living and close-knit communities. Residents enjoy shopping and dining opportunities, museums, historic sites and churches, all within a family-friendly atmosphere.

Job Summary:

Provides personal nursing care to the patient under the direction of a licensed registered nurse (RN). Performs tasks associated with activities of daily living including self-care needs. Performs routine assigned tasks and reports patients’ status and concerns to the RN.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Phlebotomy Certification: Preferred in CA and HI
• Audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred in CA and HI

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions:

• Performs tasks associated with activities of daily living, including assisting with nutrition and hydration, elimination, personal care, positioning devices, restraints and restorative care.
• Takes vital signs including, pulse and blood pressure.
• Helps patients with their basic needs, i.e., bathing, dressing and feeding.
• Performs a variety clerical duties, which include but are not limited to routing patient reports as appropriate. Uses organizational skills to keep unit running smoothly and uses prioritization skills to meet deadlines as indicated. Provides assessment data to certified nurse within the scope of practice (vital signs, patient verbal and nonverbal responses, etc.).
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Job Info

• Job Identification 72129
• Job Category Assistant
• Locations 1141 Rose Ave, Selma, CA, 93662, US