Luminis Health
Patient Care Technician (CNA) Trainee - Heart & Vascular - FT - D/N
Luminis Health, Annapolis, Maryland, United States, 21403
Overview
Patient Care Technician (CNA) Trainee - Heart & Vascular - FT - D/N at Luminis Health. This role provides direct patient care with focus on hygiene and comfort under supervision. Position Objective
Provides direct care to patients with special attention to personal hygiene in daily morning and bedtime care and comfort as instructed/supervised by designated registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Required Education
High School Diploma/GED Required Licensure/Certification
BLS certification prior to completion of the six-week training program. Must be issued a CNA by end of program to move into Patient Care Technician or Specialty Technician role. The Patient Care Technician Trainee will cease practice as a trainee on expiration of the 60 day letter from the MBON, or failure of the CNA course, or if denied a 60 day by the MBON. Trainee will be transferred into the Patient Care Technician job code upon receipt of the CNA certification from the MBON. Essential Functions
Initiates and maintains safety measures and comfort care to patients as instructed/supervised by designated registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Provides support to patients, families and visitors in polite and ethically appropriate manner. Remains knowledgeable in oxygen administration, monitor lead application and point of care testing as instructed/supervised by designated registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Prioritizes discharge of patients by assisting with dressing, gathering belongings and transport; removes equipment and supplies for environmental staff cleaning as instructed/supervised by designated registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Assists with admission of patients by greeting and performing initial weight measurement, vital signs, disrobing as necessary and orientation to room and equipment. Participates in patient care, vital signs, intake and output and other data collection; obtains specimens as requested using approved procedure as instructed/supervised by designated registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Assists patients with mobilization and/or positioning as ordered by physician or unit protocol. Recognizes and reports pain, patient complaint or obvious change in patient condition to assigned nurse. Reports directly to charge nurse in assigned nurse's absence. Performs other functions as delegated by assigned nurse or Clinical Director. Working Conditions
There is reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens. Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. Pay Range
$17.50—$26 USD Luminis Health Benefits Overview
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year) Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Benefits Employee Referral Bonus Program Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Programs and more Benefit offerings based on employment status
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Patient Care Technician (CNA) Trainee - Heart & Vascular - FT - D/N at Luminis Health. This role provides direct patient care with focus on hygiene and comfort under supervision. Position Objective
Provides direct care to patients with special attention to personal hygiene in daily morning and bedtime care and comfort as instructed/supervised by designated registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Required Education
High School Diploma/GED Required Licensure/Certification
BLS certification prior to completion of the six-week training program. Must be issued a CNA by end of program to move into Patient Care Technician or Specialty Technician role. The Patient Care Technician Trainee will cease practice as a trainee on expiration of the 60 day letter from the MBON, or failure of the CNA course, or if denied a 60 day by the MBON. Trainee will be transferred into the Patient Care Technician job code upon receipt of the CNA certification from the MBON. Essential Functions
Initiates and maintains safety measures and comfort care to patients as instructed/supervised by designated registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Provides support to patients, families and visitors in polite and ethically appropriate manner. Remains knowledgeable in oxygen administration, monitor lead application and point of care testing as instructed/supervised by designated registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Prioritizes discharge of patients by assisting with dressing, gathering belongings and transport; removes equipment and supplies for environmental staff cleaning as instructed/supervised by designated registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Assists with admission of patients by greeting and performing initial weight measurement, vital signs, disrobing as necessary and orientation to room and equipment. Participates in patient care, vital signs, intake and output and other data collection; obtains specimens as requested using approved procedure as instructed/supervised by designated registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. Assists patients with mobilization and/or positioning as ordered by physician or unit protocol. Recognizes and reports pain, patient complaint or obvious change in patient condition to assigned nurse. Reports directly to charge nurse in assigned nurse's absence. Performs other functions as delegated by assigned nurse or Clinical Director. Working Conditions
There is reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens. Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. Pay Range
$17.50—$26 USD Luminis Health Benefits Overview
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year) Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Benefits Employee Referral Bonus Program Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees Wellness Programs Employee Assistance Programs and more Benefit offerings based on employment status
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