What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nurse Aide (C.N.A.) - Med/Surg Full Time Nights position at McPherson Hospital?
CNA-Med/Surg
Position is full time, night shift
Job Summary:
Provides patient centered care in a relationship-based environment. Works in communication and collaboration with professional nurses.
· Obtains vital signs to ensure stability of patients.
· Distributes meals and documents patient consumption including input and output to ensure nutrition is offered and balance of fluid levels is recorded.
· Administers and provides appropriate personal hygiene including bathing, dressing, and grooming to establish a clean, living environment and encourage self-esteem.
· Establishes a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment to promote patient healing.
· Responds quickly to call lights to determine necessary action and recruits help if needed to deliver prompt care for patient comfort and to address patient needs.
· Communicates with the nursing staff to develop positive interactions and a pleasant coordination of care.
Organization Accountabilities
· Completion of HealthStream’s education by designated due date.
· Attends required staff/department/organization’s meetings.
· Demonstrates strong, clear communication skills.
· Upholds the C.A.R.E. Values of McPherson Center for Health
· Always exhibits professionalism.
· Maintains confidentiality as required by HIPPA regulations.
· Participates in the professional development of self and team members.
Qualifications:
Education:
· High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) may include specialized or vocational courses.
· Formal training for certified nurse aide course
Licensure/Certifications:
· CNA License
· BLS within 6 months of hiring
Skills:
· Communication skills
· Organizational and time management skills
· Customer service skills
· Computer skills related to Microsoft Word and Outlook
· Ability to work closely with physicians, nurses, patients, and families
Benefits:
Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account / Flex Spending Account/Dependent Care Spending Account
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Employer paid Long-Term Disability / Short-Term Disability
403 (b) Retirement Plan- up to 4% employer contribution
Earned Time Off
Free 24-hour fitness center
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.