CNA Med/Surg Balfour 32 hour evenings (4-8 hour shifts, 3-1130pm)

Scheduled weekly hours: 32

About the role

Performing under the direction of the RN/LPN and as a member of the unit-based patient care team, the Certified Nursing Assistant performs duties of direct and indirect patient care.

• Direct patient care tasks include, but are not limited to: activities of daily living, vital signs, glucometry, EKGs, weights, and Intake/Output data collection.
• Indirect patient care activities include, but are not limited to: transport, restocking, and/or obtaining patient care supplies.

In addition, the C.N.A. is responsible for responding in a timely manner to the needs of patients and family members and taking a proactive role in the efficient operation of the unit. They function within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Sturdy Memorial Hospital in accordance with Joint Commission, CDC, and OSHA standards.

Requirements

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills needed to assist in providing patient care, good organizational skills, personal maturity, accuracy, and flexibility.
• High School Graduate or equivalent required; Certification as a nursing assistant.
• BLS certification required.
• Command of verbal and written English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and adaptability, creating a favorable image in relationship to the Nursing Department and the hospital as a whole.
• Ability to perform simple math calculations.
• Must develop and maintain positive relationships across all areas of responsibility.
• Must visibly demonstrate commitment to customer relations and all basic concepts of continuous quality improvement and preventing error from reaching the patient.
• Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.
• Must have the ability to perform essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Pay

Salary range: $17.64–$26.58 per hour. The pay range reflects the anticipated range for new hires. Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This range does not include the value of Sturdy Health’s benefits package, which includes healthcare, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.