Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager and the direct supervision of the Licensed/Registered Nurse. The Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant assists with patient care throughout nursing areas and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, provides the services of an observer/sitter for any patient who requires constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

High school graduate or equivalent; relevant experience in lieu of High School Diploma/GED education will be considered.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

Experience in an accredited healthcare facility preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Certification in the State of Texas as a Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant, or graduate of nursing program awaiting boards. BLS certification through the American Heart Association.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of basic clinical skills to deliver direct patient care to an individual or group of patients including, but not limited to, vital signs and activities of daily living. Accepts assigned responsibilities as an accountable member of the health care team. Proficient with data entry/computer skills for care documentation.

ABOUT OAKBEND:

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.