Description

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Certified Nurse Assistant to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY:

Carries out basic care under the supervision of a RegisteredNurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in accordance with thestandards of care for the center. Demonstrates the appropriate skills and ability, based on level of training and scope of practice.

BENEFITS:

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.  Assists in the care of assigned patients as directed by appropriate nursing staff. Obtain admission Vital signs/discharge Vital signs and verify patient signatures.
2.  Demonstrates awareness of and sensitivity to patient and family rights, as identified by the center.

3. Performs his/her duties in accordance with the job requirements.

4. Understand the protocol for responding to emergency situations and the importance of remaining calm in this situation.

5. Participates in staff meetings, in-service programs and education requirements as appropriate.

6. Communicates all pertinent information, including findings, problems, concerns or ideas to the assigned nurse, utilizing appropriate lines of authority, in a timely and effective manner.

7. Seeks guidance and assistance from the assigned nurse when knowledge base and skill level is in question.

8. Maintains standards to provide safe, effective care to the patients.

9. Performs efficiently when putting charts together, stocking rooms, stocking linens, recording temperatures on fridge/blanket warmer and assisting with patient care.

10. Assist LPN or RN in Discharging of Patients, which may include, but not limited to, verifying Patient has a stable gate, written discharge instructions given to the patient, and verification of patient not driving self home.

11. Works as a part of the team in delivering patient care.

12. Is flexible and willing to assist with other duties on the unit.

13. Currents BLS Certification.

ABOUT MOUNTAIN VIEW:

Mountain View Hospital and our 29 affiliate clinics are committed to providing compassionate, cutting edge care to our patients. We serve the entire Snake River Valley – all the way from Pocatello to Rexburg. Our medical capabilities span everything from wound care to urgent care, oncology to neurology, physical therapy to speech therapy, a Level III NICU, robust robotic surgery department and a continuously expanding rural health practice.

Our work environment is mission driven, people-centric and supportive. It is what sets apart and makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: Certificate of training for Nurse’s Aide. Must maintain current BLS. Completed HospitalOrientation and all mandatory education and training.

Experience: Preferable, but not mandatory, 6 months of PACU/Medical Surgical.

Language/Communication: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, thus assuring effective communication with all hospital staff, medical staff, patients and their families by providing and maintaining open lines of communication. Has the ability and knowledge to assist communication for patients who speak another language other than English.

Mathematical Skills: Basic

Mental Capabilities: Must be able to understand input from the supervisor and/or manager concerning errors and instructions. Will need a better than average attention span in order to listen, read and remember verbal and written instructions. The ability to concentrate for long periods of time

Interpersonal: Ability to work well with others.

Performance: Basic computer knowledge along with basic knowledge of CPSI and Provation MD. Must be able to handle/defuse conflict issues with patients, their families and staff.