Patient Care Technician - CNA Preferred

Northwell Health; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwalk Hospital in Norwalk, CT is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of licensed staff. You will assist with daily activities, monitor patients, and help maintain a safe, clean unit. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent; CNA certification is preferred.

BLS/CPR must be obtained within 90 days of start. The role offers exposure to a busy hospital environment in Fairfield County and opportunities to develop essential clinical

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active CNA certification preferred.
• BLS/CPR must be obtained within 90 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical patient care and performs point-of-care testing.
• Implements nursing orders promptly with understanding of the purpose.
• Follows policy and procedure for assigned patient care activities, including unit equipment.
• Provides patient comfort by positioning, bathing, straightening linens, and handling personal articles.
• Provides for patient safety through preventative measures (e.g. side rails, alarms, hourly rounding).
• Enters all data into the computer system as applicable.
• Communicates patient and visitor information to the nurse in charge.
• Provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit.
• Reports and/or records any changes observed in the condition or behavior of patient; reports all unusual conditions or reactions to the nurse in charge.
• Recognizes and responds to priorities in the patient care process; exercises good judgement in setting priorities for activities.
• Maintains effective working relationships with the health care team, patients, and significant others.
• Maintains a safe and orderly work environment & a clean, well stocked work area.
• Works as a Safety Attendant/Patient Sitter as needed.
• Attends staff meetings and reads signs meeting minutes.
• Maintains competency for Basic Life Support certification.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS/CPR

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification preferred

Job description

Norwalk Hospital in Norwalk, CT is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide patient care under the supervision of licensed staff. You will assist with daily activities, monitor patients, and help maintain a safe, clean unit. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent; CNA certification is preferred.

BLS/CPR must be obtained within 90 days of start. The role offers exposure to a busy hospital environment in Fairfield County and opportunities to develop essential clinical