PRN Certified Nurse Assistant

Position Summary

The Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) provides direct patient care and supportive service under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The CNA performs delegated tasks to assist patients with daily living activities, monitors vital signs, monitors patient’s intake and output and ensures patient comfort and safety according to the patient’s plan of care while helping to maintain efficient unit operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Measures and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, oxygen saturation) and report abnormal findings to nursing staff promptly.
• Performs routine clinical procedures including blood glucose monitoring, blood drain management, urinary catheter management and obtaining specimens as assigned.
• Assisting patients with personal care and activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting and feeding as necessary.
• Maintains safe, clean and organized patient room, following infection control and safety protocols.
• Assist patients with mobility, transfers, ambulation and positioning to promote comfort and safety.
• Respond promptly to call lights and requests for assistance.
• Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to direct nursing staff utilizing appropriate lines of authority and in a timely and effective manner.
• Document necessary records in Electronic Health Record
•  Use correct body mechanics when assisting with patient mobility.
• Use budgeted supplies and equipment judiciously.
• Ensures a safe, supportive environment for patients and staff.
•  Seeking guidance and assistance from the assigned nurse when knowledge base and skill level are in question.
• Supports the efforts of the facility to improve engagement through hourly patient rounding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements

• Models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values by assisting in keeping and being a positive attitude within unit and between departments.
• Presents self in a professional manner, including tone of voice, eye contact and body language that models KSSH vision/mission/values.
• Treats all patients equally in accordance with Patient Rights and acts on their behalf as the patient advocate. Comply with HIPAA privacy laws.
• Responsible for personal attendance and punctuality to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations of the department by facility policy.
• Maintains Kansas Nurse Aide Certificate and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in good standing.
• Must complete annual competencies, in-service and educational opportunities as required by organization.
• Attends 75% of staff meeting opportunities; completes in-services and educational opportunities as requested.

Qualifications, Education, Experience and Ability

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the United States
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Current certification as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in the state of Kansas
• One year of CNA experience in an acute care facility or with acute care patients.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days of hire.
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Professional customer service skills and compassionate demeanor.
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care as well as basic computer skills to meet documentation standards

• Orthopedic, neurological or critical care experience preferred.

Environmental and Physical Requirements

The employee works in a temperature-controlled environment.  Employees should be able to lift to 50 pounds using proper lifting technique several times during their shift.  Job requires physical ability for long-term standing, occasional sitting, crouching, kneeling, frequent walking, reaching with reaching above head and below waist.  Job risks include exposure to blood and body fluids (high), contact with chemicals, and exposure to infectious disease. Candidate must be able to read, write and speak English fluently, have cognitive skills for math, reading, filing and sterile technique skills.  Communication skills to interact with employees, patients, families and physicians.  Vision for near, far & mid-range accommodation.  Hearing for low, medium, and high pitch. 

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) & Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Our hospital is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Additionally, we provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and employment process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources so that we may engage in an interactive process to determine appropriate accommodation.