CNA - Med/Surg - Nights

Qualifications

• Ability to chart using accepted medical terminology symbols and abbreviations
• Correct spelling
• Follow universal precautions for infection control
• Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships
• Communicate clearly in written and spoken word
• Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to function as a team member in a multi-task oriented environment
• Maintain and enforce confidentiality and respect patient, family, and peer rights

Licensure/Certification: Current Oregon CNA certification

Physical & Mental Demands

• Withstand constant walking, standing, lifting at least 50 lbs. or more, push/pull regulation hospital equipment, occasional sitting
• Function during periods of stress and exposure to trauma and/or disease
• Possess requisite visual, auditory, and fine motor skills

Responsibilities

• Follow department procedures for receiving and giving change of shift report
• Make rounds on all assigned patients immediately after report
• Maintain tidiness of patient rooms and “on-stage” public areas
• Take full set of vital signs and other allowed observations per RN instructions; document results promptly and accurately
• Immediately report significant vital signs and/or changes in vital signs to RN
• Perform authorized procedures and assist patients with activities of daily living appropriate for age, developmental level, and condition
• Demonstrate effective time management for assigned tasks
• Demonstrate professionalism during all interactions with patients, medical staff, colleagues, and patient families/significant others
• Ensure written communication is accurate, complete, legible, and channeled correctly in a timely manner
• Answer telephone and patient calls promptly and courteously using proper etiquette
• Take accurate telephone messages and follow up verbally and/or in writing on all calls in a timely manner
• Report absences from unit and return time to assigned RN and Charge Nurse without fail
• Maintain the dignity and confidentiality of patients and employees at all times
• Consistently maintain a professional appearance and dress; wear name badge in accordance with hospital policy at all times
• Inspire confidence from patients, visitors, and coworkers by performing in a quiet and unhurried manner
• Provide patient care and perform tasks using job skills and growth and development knowledge specific to patient’s age and developmental level
• Demonstrate awareness of cultural and spiritual practices of the customer(s)
• Complete required hours of orthopedic education topics annually as directed by the Ortho Steering team for the Hip and Knee program certification
• Meet clinical competencies of hip and knee certification program to directly care for a Hip and Knee patient
• Perform other duties as assigned