What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nurses Aide-Day Shift position at Syringa General Hospital?
Job Summary
The Certified Nurses Aide, under the direction of the Registered Nurse or appropriate designee, assists the medical and nursing staff by providing direct and indirect patient care and performing related duties and procedures as assigned.
Essential Job Functions
· Assists the patient with ADL’s (activities of daily living) such as personal hygiene and grooming care, feeding, ambulation, turning, and lifting.
· Obtains, reports, and records patient data.
· Assists with swing bed activities.
· Performs clerical duties as needed.
· Performs miscellaneous duties and tasks as appropriate to training and skill, assigned by RN including assisting with workload in other areas when directed.
· Position requires access to highly confidential information.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
· High School Diplomas preferred.
· Current CNA certification or actively enrolled in an Idaho approved CNA training program and working under the supervision of a licensed RN.
· Current BLS certification required.
Skills/Competencies
· Discontinuing IV’s (after 90 days of orientation and competency)
· Recording for Code Blue using the Code Blue Sheet
· Able to demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks, use good judgement in the delivery of patient care and communicate effectively with patients, family members, care team members, and providers.