PRN CNA

Community Memorial Hospital; Redfield (SD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PRN schedule

Public hospital setting

Job summary

Community Memorial Hospital is seeking a qualified individual to join our nursing team as a PRN caregiver. The role includes assisting with nursing tasks, performing clerical duties, and acting as a liaison between patients and staff.

The position requires using AIDET principles and proficiency with MediTech for documentation. Responsibilities involve patient assistance, vital signs, bed making, feeding, and maintaining a safe, confidential environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certification in basic life support (BLS) required.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, CPI certifications may be required or preferred.
• Experience assisting in hospital nursing units is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in nursing care with routine duties.
• Provide clerical support to the nursing unit.
• Serve as liaison between nurse and patient in interdepartmental communications.
• Use AIDET principles to facilitate patient interactions.
• Demonstrate ability to manage multiple tasks and document in MediTech.

Skills

Patient care

Clerical skills

Communication

AIDET principles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MediTech

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Location:Redfield, SDWorker Type:PRNWork Shift:As Needed (United States of America)Redfield Community Memorial Hospital and Clinic is seeking a qualified individual to join our team!Position HighlightsJob Summary:Assists in nursing care by performance of routine and delegated duties according to the standards. Has a knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical and psychological needs of the patient throughout their life span. Provides clerical services to the nursing unit. Serves as a liaison for the nurse and patient in interdepartmental communications. Functions in public relations role as receptionist.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to specific issues and data reflective of the patient/customer's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served in the department. Birth - 1 yr 1 - 11 yrs 12 - 17 yrs 18 - 65 yrs over 65 yrs _X_ _X_ _X_ _X_ _X_ Infancy Pediatrics Adolescent Adulthood Geriatric Responsibilities, Expectations & StandardsCommitment to the daily application of CMH’s mission, vision, and core values to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote CMH’s valuesMaintain confidentialityWork effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations and standards associated with, but not limited to CMS, and OSHA.Facilitates and maintains effective communications with nursing and medical staff, other departments, visitors and patients using AIDET principles.Essential Job Functions:Demonstrates proficient skills in multiple modules of the Client Server systemDemonstrates ability to effectively manage multiple tasks at one time.Demonstrates use of photocopier, fax machine, paging system, telephone, laser printer, patient call system, patient security systemsRequired to perform technical skills as listed:Transports Meal TraysAdministers EnemasBed MakingAble to communicate via Microsoft OutlookAssists Patient With Activity,(I.E. Chair Transfers, Carrying Infants and Toddlers)Perform Skills To Obtain Vital Signs, Intake & Output, and Patient Weights.Ambulate Patients And Push Wheelchairs/Carts Etc.Provides Personal Care For Patients Such As Bed Baths, Shampoo Hair, Shaving And Oral Hygiene.Able To Assist With Feeding Patients.Maintains Clean Environment For The Patient In Their Room.Collect, Label and Transport Body Fluid SpecimensCatheter CarePrioritizes And Processes Multiple Tasks In A Timely MannerPromotes Effective Verbal And Written Communication SkillsDocuments in MediTechDemonstrates understanding and appropriate utilization of the child security system.Performs delegated patient assignments/duties.Uses Equipment And Supplies Effectively And Efficiently.Essential Physical Demands:Functional activities includeLifting-floor: 0-35# Grasping Light: 5-8 hr/dayLifting-knee-waist: 0-35# Grasping Firm: 0-3 hr/dayLifting-waist- shoulder: 0-25# Rep.use-foot: 0-3 hr/dayLifting-overhead: 0-20# Dominant Hand: 5-8 hr/dayTransfers: 0-40# Non-dominant Hand: 0-3 hr/dayCarrying: 0-50# Bilateral Hands: 5-8 hr/dayPushing/Pulling: 0-65# Far Acuity: 0-3 hr/daySitting: 0-3 hr/day Near Acuity: 5-8 hr/dayStanding: 3-5 hr/day Depth Perception: 5-8 hr/dayWalking: 5-8 hr/day Field of Vision: 5-8 hr/dayClimbing: 0-3 hr/day Accommodation: 5-8 hr/dayBalancing: 0-3 hr/day Feeling: 3-5 hr/daySquatting: 0-3 hr/day Hearing: 5-8 hr/dayKneeling: 0-3 hr/day Smelling: 5-8 hr/dayCrawling: 0-3 hr/day Forward Bend: 3-5 hr/dayReaching forward: 5-8 hr/day Reaching overhead: 0-3 hr/dayDistinguish color 8+ hr/dayWork Environment:Works inside. Works with and around others, has verbal contact and face to face contact with others. Exposure to, blood and body fluids, airborne pathogens, hazardous waste and chemicals, communicable disease, moving objects, high places, slippery surfaces. Minimal exposure to radiation, electric, and/or mechanical equipment.Equipment Used to Perform Job:Computers, K-packs, wheelchairs, blood pressure cuffs, Electronic Vital Sign Equipment, Suction Equipment, O2, Gomco, telephone, , stethoscopes, telemetry, bed scales, lift devices, scales, thermometers, beds, ice bags, ice collar, patient call system, apnea monitorMental Requirements:_X_ reading, simple _X_ spatial _X_ tending____ reading, complex _X_ form ____ precision working_X_ writing, simple _X_ clerical _X_ follow instructions____ writing, complex _X_ compiling _X_ influence others_X_ math skills, simple ____ coordinating _X_ time requirement____ math skills, complex ____ analyzing _X_ memorization_X_ tasks, simple ____ synthesizing _X_ problem solving____ tasks, complex ____ supervising _X_ independent judgment____ driving _X_ instructing _X_ decision makingPotential Job Stressors:Work may be performed under pressure requiring close attention to detail. Environmental stimuli overload. Staffing and census fluctuations. Potential exposure to anger, fear, hostility, or violence of others.Education:High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Must be at least 18 years of age.Certification Requirements for Position:þ BLS (Basic Life Support)o ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life SupportNRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Course)TCAR (Trauma Care After ResuscitationCPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)Experience:Previous hospital experience, nursing home experience, nurse aid class or nursing student experience desired, not required.Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:Works directly under supervision of R.N. on duty. Performs assigned duties as delegated. Follows established nursing procedures. Seeks guidance when in doubt. Reports pertinent information to RN. Emotional stability and adaptability to meet demands of the situation is essential. Constant exposure to medical and personal information requires confidentiality. Responsible for own actions. May be required to float to other inpatient units as requested by management for staffing support.Schedule:PRN ... Works up to 12 hour shifts.