What are the responsibilities and job description for the Day CNA/Unit Secretary position at STEWART MEMORIAL COMMUNITY HOSPITAL?
FULL‑TIME DAY CNA/UNIT SECRETARY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a Certified Nursing Assistant, you will provide basic patient care under the direction of nursing staff. You will assist patients with daily living activities, monitor patient conditions, and help ensure a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment for patients and their families.
Other responsibilities include:
- Answer patient call lights, bells, and intercom systems to determine patient needs.
- Reposition and assist bedridden patients.
- Assist patients with bathing, dressing, toileting, walking, exercising, and other daily living activities.
- Review dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure appropriate meal delivery.
- Measure and document food and fluid intake as well as urinary and fecal output.
- Obtain and record vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations.
- Gather information from caregivers, nurses, and providers regarding patient care plans and conditions.
- Observe patients for signs and symptoms requiring medical attention and report findings to nursing staff.
- Document patient observations, behaviors, complaints, and symptoms in accordance with department guidelines.
- Remind patients to take medications and nutritional supplements as directed.
- Assist patients with meals and hydration.
- Provide bedpan assistance and personal hygiene care.
- Assist with patient transfers and transportation.
- Provide emotional support and communicate with patients regarding their needs and concerns.
- Participate in educational programs, workshops, and department meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- No experience required.
- Completion of a 72-hour CNA course required.
- Ability to provide compassionate care to patients in a variety of healthcare settings.
- Must meet all required background check standards.