CNA I / CNA II

OVERVIEW:

As a Certified Nursing Assistant, I provide health care for clients and patients under the direction of a registered nurse. They often help patients perform day-to-day tasks and play a vital role at the hospital.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Providing physical support for patients or residents with daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, getting out of bed, using the bathroom, walking, standing, and exercising
• Turning and repositioning bedridden patients
• Obtaining a wide range of information from physicians, caregivers and nurses about patient condition, treatment plans and suggested activities
• Measuring and recording food and liquid intake, urinary/fecal output, and reporting changes in medical or nursing staff
• Recording vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate as requested by staff.
• Examining patients to detect issues requiring medical care, including open wounds, bruises, or blood in urine
• Noting observations of patient behavior, including complaints, or physical symptoms to nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Answering patient calls and determining the best course of action to assist the patient
• Stay current on CNA training and facility policy and procedures
• Perform any other duties that may be necessary for the operation of the corporation and/or hospital

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma
• State Certified Nursing Assistant Certification
• Current CPR Certification
• Nursing degree from CNA program

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for extended periods of time
• Manual dexterity and use of a calculator or computer keyboard.
• Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting
• Occasionally lifts to 50 pounds
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal ranges
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours
• Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionization radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a hospital and/or clinic environment