What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Full-time, Lander position at SageWest Health Care – Lander?
Description
Sign-on Bonus $2,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Shift: Full-time Days
Location: Lander
Department: Med Surg
At SageWest Health Care, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. SageWest Health Care is located in Fremont County, Wyoming, encompassing two hospitals, one in Riverton and one in Lander. Each offers a wide range of healthcare services, including inpatient medical services, emergency room services, surgical services, imaging services, laboratory diagnostic services, primary care, infusion services, and women’s health.
Job Summary
The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is classified as an auxiliary worker in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act and Standards Rules and Regulations for the Practice of Nursing. These are non-licensed workers who may perform basic nursing services for patients as delegated by and under the direct supervision of the professional nurse. The activities contributing to the delivery of nursing care is limited to providing personal hygiene, comfort, safety, and protection. Non-nursing support functions are also included in role expectations.
Essential Functions
- The CNA must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in his/her department
- The individual must acquire and/or demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
- He/she must be able to provide care with consideration of developmental status
- Employees must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions
- Can get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes
- Perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading, or speaking with others
- Respond appropriately to constructive feedback from a supervisor
Qualifications
Licenses/Certifications
- Current CNA certification listed on the State Nurse Aide Registry
- Current BLS on first day or to be assigned by the Learning Center