Healthcare Tech (CNA) - Methodist Community Beh Hlth 6W

About the Role

To assist Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses in the provision of patient care by performing assigned patient care and unit maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Performs Patient Care Activities as delegated by the Nurse utilizing applicable policies and procedures to ensure patient needs and expectations are met.
• Provides hygiene needs of assigned patients (AM/PM care, oral hygiene and denture care, perineal care, shampoo, bathing, shaving, care of TED/SCD hose).
• Provides nutritional needs of assigned patients (tray distribution, setting up trays, offering supplements, feeding, adding tube feeding and recording intake).
• Provides elimination needs of assigned patient (Foley care, bowel movements, bladder training, enemas, and external catheters; records output).
• Provides skin care of assigned patients (turning, positioning, recognition and prevention of skin breakdown, operation of special beds, nail care, and back rubs).
• Provides comfort measures (proper positioning, back rubs, oral care, wrinkle-free bed sheets, and ensuring that bedside table, water pitcher, urinal are within reach).
• Provides activity needs of assigned patients (dangling, turning, chair, ambulating, walker, and crutches).
• Performs measurements of assigned patients (I&O, hemoccult, gastrocult, TPR, B/P, weights, empty drains, abdominal girth, hose measurements).
• Performs additional skills as directed and supervised by the nurse, after training and certification, such as intermittent urinary catheterization and clean dressing changes (varies by unit or area).
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patient, including vital signs, height and weight, room setup, room orientation, and storing/transferring patient belongings.
• Achieves patient satisfaction by making rounds minimally every two hours, anticipating patient needs, answering call lights promptly, respecting privacy, and reporting pertinent information to the nurse.
• Uses time, supplies, and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost-effective care.
• Performs unit maintenance duties/errands to ensure a clean, neatly organized, efficiently operating unit (e.g., cleaning kitchen/refrigerators, utility rooms, IV poles, carts, making charts, distributing SPD items).
• Ensures adequate stock of BSI supplies in all rooms and is knowledgeable of SPD exchange cart system.
• Provides for safety measures of assigned patients (lifting, transfers, side rails, bed checks, call lights, gait belt use, back safety, slide board, use of restraints).
• Maintains clear hallways and doorways, uses protective equipment appropriately, and practices good body mechanics.
• Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment and effective communication.
• Attends educational offerings to validate skills and maintain current knowledge of patient care.
• Demonstrates People-to-People philosophy with patients, families, and unit staff, displaying warmth, concern, and respect.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required).

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days (American Heart Association).
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training within 3 months (Crisis Prevention Institute).

Skills

• Knowledgeable and skilled in applicable patient care procedures.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work with changes as directed by the nurse.
• Effective communication and teamwork to promote customer and employee satisfaction.
• Practical problem-solving approach to patient moving and handling issues.
• Ability to anticipate patient needs and provide timely, respectful care.

About Us

At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $17.89 per hour - $28.98 per hour. The actual compensation offered will be dependent on factors including experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model.

Benefits

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. Learn more about our benefits.