Medical/Telemetry - Nursi - Certified Nursing Assistant

GRMC Recognized and Certified as; Dededo Municipality (GU); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

GRMC Recognized and Certified as on Guam seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care across nursing areas. The CNA assists in safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, handles dispatch services, and documents services.

Observes patients needing constant observation to maximize safety, and performs receptionist and clerical duties to ensure smooth unit operations. Qualified candidates should have a Guam CNA license and BLS certification; at least 1 year of CNA

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of CNA experience preferred.
• Current Guam CNA licensure.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification under American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assists in patient care and safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher.
• Dispatch services and documentation of services.
• Observes patients requiring constant observation to maximize safety.
• Performs receptionist and clerical duties to facilitate unit efficiency.

Skills

Effective communication

Documentation accuracy

Knowledge of basic medical terminology

Patient lifting/mobility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Basic Purpose of Job The CNA assists in patient care throughout nursing areas and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services. Observes any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his or her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Minimum Work Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred.
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.

Required Licenses / Certifications

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant licensure from the Territory of Guam.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification under American Heart Association.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.
• Ability to move or lift patients and equipme