What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)(PRN) - Prov Telemetry - Providence Hospital position at University of South Alabama Health System?
Overview
USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.
Responsibilities
- Takes and records vital signs and weight
- Answers patient call lights promptly
- Collaborate with nurses and physicians to create customized care plans for patients
- Performs all duties in a professional and timely manner
- Follow facility policies and procedures to ensure a safe and efficient work environment
- Assisting with patient transportation within the facility
- Assist patients with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting
- Assisting healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures
- Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
- Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
- Regular and prompt attendance
- Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
- Related duties as assigned
Additional Information
Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent Required
- 1 year of related experience Required
- Certified Nursing Assistant license in the state of Alabama Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hired Required
- Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.