Nursing Assistant NA CNA Emerson 5 Med Surg Ortho DAYS

The Nursing Assistant assists in patient care throughout nursing areas, and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services rendered. Functions as an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: Preferred High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Minimum Work Experience: Previous Nursing Assistant or equivalent experience preferred.
• Required Classes/Skills: BLS - Basic Life Support. Required Additional Knowledge And Abilities: Basic medical terminology, Basic computer skills, Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately, Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.

Qualifications

• License/Registration/Certification Requirements: ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)