CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT| LONG TERM CARE UNIT 11-7 | FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT (21017)

About the role

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care responsibilities with knowledge of patient growth and development appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
• Take and record TPR, blood pressure and report deviations from normal to Primary or Charge Nurse.
• Obtain specimens as assigned (e.g., urine, stool, sputum).
• Weigh patient and record weight.
• Assist patient with activities of daily living including skin care (e.g., bathes, dress, helps patient ambulate).
• Record oral intake and urinary output.
• Perform assigned treatments (e.g., change simple dressings).
• Communicate effectively with Charge Nurse/Primary Nurse regarding patients’ needs and requests.
• Orient patient to environment and develop rapport with patients, family and significant others.
• Keep patient unit and non-patient unit clean (e.g., wipe tables, arrange storage rooms, pantries and other areas).
• Prepare bedside unit for new admissions (e.g., stock with bedpan, tissues, water, cups).
• Apply principles of infection control and safety in the work environment.
• Report significant unit problems to charge nurse.
• Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Assess gaps in policies and procedures, and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
• Provide customer service with respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness.
• Ensure all responses are timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations.
• Understand and adhere to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
• Be familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
• Effectively utilize the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy.
• Participate in orientation of certified nursing assistants.
• Participate in unit committees and in CQI activities as assigned.
• Assist other personnel as necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• One year of experience as a Nurse’s Aide preferred.
• Technical skills required for patient care.
• Good oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Speak, read and write English to the extent required by the position.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved Nurse’s Aide training course required.
• Heart Saver – American Heart Association certification required.

Job Setting / Physical Demands

• All patient care areas; contact with patients, visitors, staff.
• Frequent prolonged standing/walking.
• Lift, position, push, and/or transfer patients.
• Protective clothing worn: face shield, gloves, impermeable gown, and particulate respirator.

Pay

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range. Based on experience $26.00–$28.75/hour; differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts $1.15.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time off policy including ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
• Robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.