Nursing Assistant - Telemetry 230

Smart Hires Corporation; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Hires Corporation in Hayward, CA is seeking a Nursing Assistant to join our full-time team. You will perform patient care under RN supervision and contribute to a compassionate, safe hospital environment.

Required CNA certification and BLS, high school diploma, and 1–2 years in acute/long-term care are preferred. Strong English communication and basic computer skills are essential; no recruiters.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certificate preferred.
• BLS required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care under RN supervision.
• Demonstrate nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow legal standards.
• Communicate with RN and health care team.
• Ensure safety and infection-control practices.
• Light clerical and computer entry as needed.

Skills

Written English

Verbal English

Computer skills

Education

CNA certification

BLS certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job summary

Job description/Responsibilities: Full-Time (1.0)PM/NOC Shifts (every other weekend)APPROXIMATE PAY RANGE:$28.29 - $33.78 Under direct supervision is responsible for performing specific services for patients, which are delegated by a Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse.

ESSENTIAL DUTIESNursing Process

• 1. AssessmentCollects data and reports all unusual conditions or reactions to the nurse in charge.
• 2. PlanningCommunicates to the RN pertinent information that may relate to the patient's plan of care.
• 3. ImplementationPerforms various patient care patient activities and related non-professional services.Demonstrates competence in the care of pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients (when/if assigned to these patients) relative to determining each patient's age-related and other physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs and carrying out patient care activities.
• 4. EvaluationCommunicates patient responses to care to the RN
• Professional Behavior1. Confidentiality and Legal IssuesDemonstrates awareness and sensitivity to legal issues and patient rights in a confidential manner.
• Professional Performance1. Knowledge Base and Technical SkillsDemonstrates sound knowledge base and actions in inpatient care utilizing hospital and service-specific standards of care.Assists with patient care and activities of daily living in keeping with hospital policies and procedures.
• 2. Working RelationshipsFormulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and significant others.
• 3. Attendance, Punctuality, and Dress CodeMeets service-specific and hospital standards related to attendance and dress code.
• 4. SafetyFunctions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified in hospital policies.
• 5. CommunicationDemonstrates effective communication skills utilizing lines of authority appropriately.Performs clerical and computer entry functions when needed, based upon service needs.
• Other DutiesPerforms other job-related duties as assigned by the Clinical Nurse Supervisor/Manager.

Required Qualification:

• License/Certification*
• * Current CNA certificate preferred.
• * Current BLS required.
• * Proof of all license and certification is required at time of hire.
• Education*
• * High school diploma or equivalent education preferred.
• * Required educational levels call for proof at the time of hire.
• Experience*
• * A minimum of one to two-year experience in an acute/long-term care facility is preferred.
• Skills*
• * Demonstrates written and verbal competency in the English language.
• * The employee must demonstrate basic computer skills
• Hazards*
• * Will have close contact with patients and is likely to come in contact with blood and body fluids.
• * Often exposed to infection. Will be fit tested for a particular respirator.
• * Works with electrical equipment.
• * Occasional exposure to radiation (X-Ray).
• **No Referrals or Candidates Accepted from Recruiters or Agencies.

Job Family:Healthcare Support Occupations

Occupations:Nursing Assistants

Degree Required:High School Diploma/Ged Or Higher