Acute-Subacute CNA Department Clerk

Job Summary:

The Acute-Subacute Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Department Clerk supports the Registered Nurse and Licensed Vocational Nurse in providing designated non-professional basic care services. The Acute-Subacute CNA Department Clerk performs a variety of unit-based clerical duties to include preparation, maintenance, and processing of patient records, relaying messages and patient requests to appropriate personnel, and greeting and assisting patients, visitors, and other personnel. 

Job Relationships:

1. Reports directly to the Acute Subacute Services/ICU Nurse Manager
2. Reports indirectly to the House Supervisor and other management covering the department. 
3. Directly functions under the oversight of the Unit RN
4. Collaborates with all members of the Health Care Team in the coordination of patient care.

Occupational Hazards:

Works in the general hospital setting. This position includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

Samples of Duties:

The information listed below is meant to serve as samples of job duties and responsibilities for positions in this classification. This list is neither inclusive nor exclusive, but indicative of several types of duties performed. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• The Mission, Vision, and Values of Northern Inyo Healthcare District; 
• NIHD policies and procedures, including Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, and Confidentiality standards;
• NIHD safety policies and procedures, including the Rainbow Chart, Employee Health, and Infection Prevention standards;

Skills/Abilities to:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with NIHD staff and the public;
• Establish and maintain professional working relationships with NIHD staff at all levels as well as the public;
• Develop and maintain a high degree of maturity, integrity, and good judgement.
• Basic Computer knowledge
• Ability to demonstrate communication and people skills, judgment, and decision making 
• Must be able to understand, read, and write English clearly
• Professional telephone etiquette
• Customer service skills

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: 

1. High school diploma or equivalent 

Certification: 

1. BLS upon 1 month of hire and ongoing
2. Current CNA certification 

Preferred: 

Education: 

1. Associates degree