Unit Clinical Assistant- -PRN-- Perianesthesia

Hendricks Regional Health; Danville (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendricks Regional Health in Danville, IN is seeking a dedicated CNA to support nursing care across shifts. You will perform direct patient care, follow AIDET communication standards, and ensure a respectful, quiet environment for patients and families.

The role emphasizes safe patient mobilization, use of two identifiers, HIPAA compliance, and collaboration with the care team to improve unit flow and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current CNA license or be eligible for CNA licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Demonstrated patient care skills and compassionate communication.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently use supplies and equipment and complete assignments on time.
• Leave shift on time and use timekeeping system as required.
• Document per unit standards and stay updated on policy changes.
• Problem solve and multitask within scope of practice; suggest flow improvements.
• Provide safe patient mobilization and fall-prevention interventions.
• Use two patient identifiers for tasks and testing; maintain privacy (HIPAA).
• Engage in teamwork, support peers, and participate in unit goals.
• Demonstrate patient satisfaction through courteous care and responsiveness.
• Follow AIDET, maintain a quiet, respectful environment for patients and families.
• Adhere to social media policy and report unusual occurrences via event system.
• Adjust care routines to meet individual patient needs as assigned.

Skills

CNA license

Patient care

BLS certification

AIDET communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA program completion

Job description

Job Summary :To support the practice of nursing and the delivery of nursing care through use of a combination of direct patient care, communication modes, and clerical functions.Job DescriptionEssential Responsibilities:Fiscal ResponsibilityEfficiently use supplies and equipmentComplete assignments and duties in a timely mannerLeave shift on time and utilize time keeping systemDemonstrate productivity and accepts EDO and float assignmentsFill out appropriate work orders and support unit goals to eliminate wasteQualityParticipate and appropriately documents per unit specific standards and remain up to date with policy changesPossess ability to problem solve and to multitask within their scope of practiceOffer suggestions to improve unit flow and patient experienceAccept delegation of tasks appropriatelyEngages in teamworkPatient SatisfactionPromote patient satisfaction as exemplified by patient recognition, letters from patients and families, or SEA(Service Excellence Award)Timely response to patient needsPractice professional use of personal electronic devices in patient care areas and keep noise to a minimum at all timesExemplifies excellent guest relations to patients, family members, and visitorsPurposeful patient roundingPatient SafetyPractice safe patient mobilization and incorporate fall prevention interventionsUse 2 patient identifiers with all tasks and point of care testingUtilize the event management system for each unusual occurrenceAdjust care routines to meet the individual patient needs in the role of UC or UCA as assignedAdhere to HIPAA and follow social media policyProfessional GrowthShares knowledge and skills with colleagues and others including orientation and cross-trainingDemonstrates leadership and be a resource for peers, be an active council member, be a super user, serve as a preceptor…Identifies professional needs and collaborates with management for learning opportunities for self and for the unitParticipate in development and implementation of departmental goalsAttend product practice change in-servicesCustomer ServiceEngage patients and their familyProvide a professional and quiet patient environment, be flexible with assignments, staffing needs and assigned shiftsPractice AIDET (Acknowledge, Identify, Duration, Explanation, Thank You)Promote commitment to co-workers, view all staff as part of an equal team and be approachable at all times, and maintain interdepartmentalRelationshipsProvide holistic care for all types of diverse patient populationsEducation and Experience Required:High School graduate or GED required orPast or Active CNA license or graduation from a CNA program with 5+ years of experience working as a CNA will be accepted in lieu of diploma or GEDBasic BLS: must obtain within 3 months of hire*Job description is not meant to cover or include all the tasks, duties or responsibilities the employee may be required to perform. Job duties and responsibilities can change at any time, with or without notice due to business need.Work Shift :4th Shift (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours :0