Lead CNA

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Paid life insurance

Retirement plans

14 paid holidays

Annual and sick leave

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a Lead CNA at Catawba Hospital to provide direct patient care in a behavioral health setting, following treatment plans and ensuring safety. You will observe patients, document changes, and support daily living activities and therapeutic care.

The role includes staff orientation, education support, and collaboration with treatment teams to promote continuity of patient care. A Virginia CNA license is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide direct patient care under supervision of licensed staff and follow instructions.
• Valid CNA license in the state of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support to individuals in a behavioral health setting according to treatment plans.
• Observe and report changes in patients' condition including vital signs and other clinical information.
• Assist with activities of daily living and ensure safety during transports and observations.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, transfers, and maintain documentation in EMR.

Skills

Direct patient care

Communication

Observation skills

Teamwork

Education

Virginia CNA license

Job description

Title: Lead CNA

State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III

Hiring Range: $45,525 - $60,375

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Catawba Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/catawba/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Provides direct patient care and support to individuals in a behavioral health setting, assisting with activities of daily living such as personal care, meals, mobility, and other needs in accordance with the patient’s treatment plan, unit routines, and established policies and procedures. Observes, records, and reports changes in patients’ physical and behavioral condition, including vital signs, weight, ADLs, and other assigned clinical information, and uses therapeutic communication, appropriate professional boundaries, behavioral interventions, and Recovery Model principles when interacting with patients. Participates in the implementation of behavioral guidelines and provides patient observation, including 1:1 and special observation assignments, as required. Escorts patients to meals, other hospital departments, and approved activities outside the hospital while following established safety and security procedures.

Provides orientation and education to newly hired Nursing Assistants and serves as a resource and role model for staff in the Nursing Assistant role. Identifies and communicates training and performance needs to appropriate nursing staff, assists with staff education and learning activities, and supports audits of Nursing Assistant documentation. Coordinates communication between Nursing Assistants, treatment teams, and milieu committees to promote continuity of patient care.

Completes required documentation accurately and in a timely manner within the electronic medical record and follows procedures for searching, inventorying, labeling, and maintaining patient clothing and belongings. Assists with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, participates in activities designed to improve patient care, completes required training and education, and maintains compliance with applicable hospital policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to provide direct patient care under supervision of licensed staff; ability to follow instructions and report observations of bio-psychosocial needs and behaviors to licensed nurse in timely manner; skills in providing direction and assistance to patients in activities of daily living; has knowledge of developmental and psychiatric disorders. Demonstrate competencies as defined on Competency Assessment.

Valid CNA license in the state of Virginia

Additional Considerations

• Leadership skills demonstrated by experience and communication of abilities
• Experience as a Nursing Assistant preferred

Contact Information

Name: Austin Grasty

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Catawba Hospital offers a comprehensive benefit package to include your choice of four health insurance plans, paid life insurance and retirement plans, 14 paid holidays, annual and sick leave.

Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.

Catawba Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.