CNA

About the Role

The Certified Nursing Assistant assists physicians and nursing personnel in providing patient care to a specific patient population. Provides direct and indirect patient care duties under the guidance and direction of the Licensed Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Collects specimens, runs lab tests, performs EKGs, drug screen collection, and breath alcohol tests.
• Performs clerical duties as assigned.
• Participates in unit activities that enhance and promote quality patient care outcomes.
• Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion with accuracy and clarity.
• Demonstrates technical skill in using and maintaining equipment appropriate for the role.
• Treats patients and families with compassion and implements the plan of care.
• Monitors and documents patient response, adapting communication style to meet patient needs.
• Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment and provides effective interventions.
• Respects patients' confidentiality and privacy, supporting social, spiritual, and cultural needs.
• Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.
• Develops expected outcomes for continuity of care, involving patient/family and other disciplines.
• Modifies expected outcomes based on changes in patient assessment.
• Evaluates and documents the plan in relation to patient responses and expected outcomes.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility, including specialty certification requirements.
• Attends staff meetings, completes mandatory in-services, and meets competency evaluation requirements.
• Demonstrates competency in providing care based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required).
• Vocational/Technical Degree in Medical Field (Preferred).
• 1+ year of patient care experience in a healthcare setting (Preferred).

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Required).
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification (Required).