Certified Nursing Assistant

About the role

Sheridan Memorial Hospital is a top-ranked facility recognized by CMS, serving over 850 dedicated employees and 100+ expert providers across 25 specialties. Located in the picturesque Big Horn Mountain foothills, Sheridan offers a blend of natural beauty and community charm. The hospital combines advanced technology with a collaborative, innovative culture, fostering a supportive environment for its skilled professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living, providing basic nursing care under the direction of the Nursing Team Leader or RN.
• Implements directions from nursing staff and physicians, assisting with tasks such as vital signs, positioning, and transporting patients.
• Greets and escorts patients to their rooms, introducing them to their roommates and staff, and ensuring they are comfortable.
• Prepares patient rooms for admission, packs patient belongings upon discharge, and transports patients to and from vehicles.
• Cleans patient rooms after discharge and reports any changes in the patient's condition to the RN in charge.
• Aids in patient care, ensuring patient safety and reducing the likelihood of medical errors.
• Communicates effectively with all healthcare team members, providing care appropriate to the patient's condition and age.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity, addressing their psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs.
• Maintains good working relationships within the department and with other departments, demonstrating flexibility and organization under stress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, preferred.
• Current unrestricted Wyoming Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) License required.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum six months' related work experience.