Certified Nursing Assistant - Internal Medicine

About the role

The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC) is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide basic patient care to all patients including those in isolation. The position requires a strong commitment to patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Observes patients experiencing suicidal ideation, behavioral health issues, or other safety concerns to ensure safety and stability.
• Reports significant changes or unusual occurrences to the primary Registered Nurse (RN).
• Records and reports all information within scope of knowledge.
• Conducts regular environmental assessments to ensure the environment is free of objects, equipment, medications, etc. that a suicidal patient may use to harm themselves.
• Provides basic care including hygiene and activities of daily living such as bed baths, showers, grooming, dressing, toileting, monitoring body functions, preventative skin care, incontinence care, feeding, and oral hygiene.
• Aids nursing staff with mobility using safe transfer techniques, patient transport, range of motion, ambulation, restraints, care for the patient’s environment, and application of safety measures to all patients.
• Obtains and records vital signs, temperature, height, weight, girth measurements, incentive spirometry, calorie counts, and other specific parameters as directed.
• Documents findings on appropriate electronic health record (EHR) flow sheet and reports findings to the RN.
• Identifies and reports changes in patients’ status to the RN.
• Performs patient treatments as directed such as application of heat or cold, and simple non-sterile dressings.
• Provides ostomy, post-mortem, and indwelling catheter care.
• Aids with oral suctioning, care of established tracheostomies, and care of long-term permanent-placed feeding tube sites (not nasal tubes).
• Performs a variety of technical tasks which may include: non-invasive collection and transportation of specimens to the laboratory, obtaining blood glucose levels, measuring and recording fluid and food intake and output, removal of urinary catheters, bowel care, placing electrodes and leads for electrocardiograms, cardiac monitoring, and telemetry, traction frame setup, cast care, and application of external monitoring devices.
• Documents and reports results to the RN.
• Recognizes abnormal signs and symptoms including shortness of breath, rapid respiration, fever, chills, cough, chest or abdomen pain, blue color to the lips, drowsiness, and excessive thirst or sweating. Reports changes in body function, abnormal signs and symptoms to RN.
• Initiates CPR and other basic life support or emergency measures as required.
• Adheres to established safety, emergency and disaster procedures.
• Assists with patient examinations and therapeutic procedures, including aseptic procedures requiring sterile preps.
• Transports patients and equipment as required.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of a variety of equipment; reports any hazardous equipment and seeks repairs when necessary; maintains confidentiality in regard to patient care information and chart contents.
• Aid in infection control including using standard precautions and isolation precautions as appropriate.
• Collaborates with personnel in nursing and supportive services and with members of the health care team to promote respect in delivery of patient care.
• Performs clerical duties. Answers the phones, completes requisitions, schedules tests and appointments, scans and files reports, orders supplies and equipment, and manages patients’ medical records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Certified Nursing Assistant I: Non-supervisory - Zero (0) year of work experience.
• Certified Nursing Assistant II: Non-supervisory - Two (2) years’ experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Certified Nursing Assistant III: Non-supervisory – Four (4) years’ experience working as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Skills

• Knowledge of safety factors and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures for the care of patients.
• Knowledge of customer service concepts and practices.
• Knowledge of communication skills, both oral and written to interact with patients and families.
• Skill in observing patients and taking appropriate action as needed.
• Skill in analyzing safety issues and preparing recommendations based on findings.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with other employees.
• Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license from the State of Alaska.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training and Suicide Observation training within 60 days of hire.

Benefits

ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
• Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances.
• Discounted Pet Insurance.
• Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
• 401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
• Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
• Eleven Paid Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment.
• Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
• Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
• On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
• Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
• Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
• On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
• Licenses and certifications reimbursed and occupational insurance for medical staff.
• Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
• Emergency Travel Assistance.
• Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility.
• Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.