CNA, Med Surg

About the Role

A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides compassionate care to individuals and families under the direction of a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN).

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care, including turning, moving, or ambulating patients, gathering medical supplies, bathing and grooming patients (brushing hair, teeth, shaving), feeding patients, and documenting food and liquid intake.
• Checks vital signs, performs finger sticks, and answers patient call lights.
• Cleans rooms and bed linens, stocks supplies, assists with some medical procedures, and transports patients.
• Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols to protect patients and team members.
• Documents patient care services timely and accurately while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ensures operation of equipment by verifying preventive maintenance requirements, calling for repairs, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains cooperative relationships among healthcare teams through communication and participation in problem-solving.
• Adapts assessment, treatment, and care methods to accommodate physical, cultural, age-specific, and developmental needs.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities.
• Adheres to safety protocols at all times, including mandatory use of assistive devices for lifting.
• Complies with all required conditions of employment, including vaccinations (medical and religious exemptions available upon request).
• Undergoes respirator and fit testing for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet-producing procedures, or caustic chemicals.
• Implements DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibits behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Must be able to take call and respond within 60 minutes.
• Regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts are required.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved Oklahoma Nurse Aide Training program, previous healthcare-related experience, or other related training.
• Certification by the Oklahoma State Health Department and registration as a Certified Nurse Aide.
• American Heart Association BLS certification (may be obtained within 30 days of hire or transfer).
• For positions requiring travel: a current valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance.
• Must pass pre-employment and ongoing drug tests for THC (even with a valid medical marijuana card).
• Fluency in oral and written English.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to use email, navigate information technology, and use Electronic Health Record tools.
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt to urgent situations, including changes in procedures, tools, or equipment.

Notes

This is a safety-sensitive position as defined by Oklahoma law. Required vaccinations and respirator/fit testing apply per DRH policy.