CC CNA Job at Humboldt General Hospital in Nevada

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Position Summary: Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, provides basic daily nursing care to long-term care residents, which meets the specific needs of the residents and is within the scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the facility.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care assistance to patients, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting and transportation.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the patient care plan.
• Observes and communicates changes in the patient’s condition to the charge nurse.
• Obtains and documents patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, weight, respiration and pulse and report results to charge nurse.
• Helps transfer patients to and from chairs, lift patients, raises patients in beds and turns the patients.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy and expresses interest in their progress.
• Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients and family in accordance with hospital standards. (Responds promptly to call lights; replenishes the ice; assures the room is neat and tidy, etc.).
• Identifies when help is required in providing patient care needs and seeks it appropriately, recognizing own limitations.
• As a member of the health team, maintains harmonious relationships with the unit and co-workers providing support and assistance to co-workers to ensure quality patient care.
• Supports the department by attending, and constructively contributing to staff or other meetings as able/necessary.
• Communicates clearly and tactfully with residents and their families.
• Participates in stocking, sorting, and inventory of departmental supplies to ensure appropriate items are readily available for patient care needs.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient/resident/staff information.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned within scope of practice.

Position Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent; Post high school vocational/specialized training.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: Valid Nevada State CNA certificate; Current CPR certification.

Preferred Certifications/Licenses

• Special Skills: Supervises

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: For physical demands and working conditions, see next page.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care