CNA - Subacute Unit 31

Approximate pay range: $26.00 - $30.17 per hour.

About the role

Assists with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to patients, and assists in the maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Responsibilities

• Assists with providing comprehensive nursing care including pre and post-operative preparation, positioning of patients, ambulation of patients, dietary needs (including feeding of patients), AM and PM care, admission, discharge and transfer of patients, care of patient belongings, and other patient care duties.
• Reports all unusual incidents to the appropriate person and significant changes in patient's condition to the Charge Nurse.
• Assists with patient teaching within the scope of knowledge as directed by the licensed nurse.
• Demonstrates the ability to accurately determine a patient's vital signs and charts appropriate data within the scope of practice.
• Utilizes hospital equipment and supplies appropriately.
• Consistently uses two patient identifiers when performing any procedure on a patient.
• Consistently ensures that all clinical alarms are not turned off or silenced without the RN's knowledge.
• Complies with the information contained within the Infection Control Manual (i.e., OSHA bloodborne pathogen standards, CDC Guidelines) and demonstrates appropriate use of personal protective equipment (i.e., gloves, masks, goggles) and handwashing techniques.
• Avoids and prevents injury to self and patients by applying the principles of body mechanics. Maintains a safe environment, functioning with an awareness and application of safety issues identified within the unit/facility.
• Explains all treatment and procedures thoroughly to the patient before they are performed. Involves the patient in care and allows the patient to have choice and control over situations and environment, as appropriate to condition and situation.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• Certified as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of California.
• BLS certification upon hire and maintain current.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• High School Diploma/GED or higher.