Certified Nurse Assistant - CNA - MED SURG - PRN

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Department: Clinical Services

Reports to: Director of Nursing/ Chief Nursing Officer

Summary:

The Certified Nursing (CNA) provides direct patient care under the supervision and direction of licensed nursing staff. The CNA also performs miscellaneous duties, which allow for the smooth functioning of the department. Responsible to provide a safe environment for his/her assigned patients; to complete the assigned work; to monitor the patient for changes in condition and report those changes to the licensing staff the patient is assigned to or the charge nurse; to document the work the he/she completes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list includes the needs to be met every shift however other duties may be assigned.

• Meets the needs of any patient in the department (ADL’s, messages, supplies and deliveries in a timely manner).
• Applies proper technique when performing duties within the scope of practice (FSBS, attaining V/S, ADL’s, Peri-care).
• Knowledge of and follows proper technique of colostomy and catheter care.
• Knowledgeable of correct set-up and functions of bladder scanners, incentive spirometer, and oxygen safety.
• Maintains cleanliness and neatness of storage/service areas in the department and patient rooms.
• Prepares and maintains patient’s medical record and charges while in the department ensuring confidentiality of all patient information.
• Assist in the orientation of department personnel.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Prepares and processes requisitions for housekeeping , maintenance and general supply needs and insures adequate par levels are maintained. Notifies appropriate department(s) for repairs.
• Participates in intra- and interdepartmental committee activities.
• Attends at least 80% of the monthly staff meetings. Completes mandatory in-services/competencies during specified times.
• Demonstrates positive working relationships with all health care customers.
• Adheres to Coffey Health System staffing and scheduling practices per personnel policy and nursing policy.
• Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to rights of patient/significant other, as identified with the institution.
• Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution.
• Participates actively in educational activities for department, including orientation of new employees.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Required: Certified nursing assistant (CNA) who has successfully completed a healthcare program and has a current license to practice in the state of Kansas. Employee must have current BLS certification, or attain this certification by the end of their 90 day probationary period. This certification must be maintained during employment at Coffey Health System.

Preferred: Graduate of high school or GED. Work experience with adult and geriatric populations. Work experience with all age groups, including pediatrics, infants, and newborns. Past work in an acute care setting.

Desired Abilities, Skill and Knowledge:

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to change.
• Good organizational skills
• Good computer skills
• Pleasant, service-oriented personality.

• Physical Requirements:

  Physical Activity:

  Will frequently (represents 34-66% of a 12 hour workday) need to perform the following:

• Walking, sitting, standing and reaching at shoulder height, above shoulder height, and below shoulder height.

• Will occasionally (represents 1-33% of a 12 hour workday) need to perform the following:

• Climbing, pulling or pushing over 50 pounds, lifting over 50 pounds or carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Crawling or kneeling
• Bending/stooping/crouching
• Twisting/turning
• Repetitive movement Physical Exposure:
• Lighting: Bright and dim environments
• Infectious diseases
• Noise