West River Health Services
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) MedSurg
West River Health Services - Hettinger, North Dakota, United States, 58639
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Position Summary:
Provide direct patient care, both medical and non-medical. Cares are directed and supervised by the RN or LPN. Assures the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.
Excellence in Practice:
Treats patients with respect and dignity. Providing privacy in all cares. Completes assignments, good time managements. Assists others willingly. Answers call lights promptly. Makes hourly rounds. Assists patients with activities of daily living: meal time set up and feeding, toileting, ambulation, transfers, positioning, dressing, AM & PM cares - bathing, oral hygiene, shave, skin and nail care. Attends to physical, spiritual and emotional needs. Accurately documents care provided: Activity, Meals, I & O, Vital Signs, Weights, Swing Bed activities and ADL assessments. Computer skills: Able to register patient when ward clerk is not available, order entry for specimen collection and requisitions for maintenance (equipment repairs). Assist with admissions and discharges - room preparation. Cooperates with unit cleaning, maintenance and restocking: Diet kitchen, utility room, report room, patient rooms, supply room, med carts, IV trays, equipment, etc. Good technical skills: Vital Signs, I & O, specimen collection, WBG, Weights, Isolation, hot and cold pads and SCD's. Respectfully takes direction from medical professionals and reports changes in patient condition timely. Assists with maintaining equipment and reports all faulty equipment. Qualifications:
Completion of a state-approved CNA certification program. Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of North Dakota. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Compassionate and empathetic attitude towards patients and their families. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Basic knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare practices. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a supportive, community-oriented environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join the West River Health Services family and embark on a rewarding career in rural healthcare.
Excellence in Practice:
Treats patients with respect and dignity. Providing privacy in all cares. Completes assignments, good time managements. Assists others willingly. Answers call lights promptly. Makes hourly rounds. Assists patients with activities of daily living: meal time set up and feeding, toileting, ambulation, transfers, positioning, dressing, AM & PM cares - bathing, oral hygiene, shave, skin and nail care. Attends to physical, spiritual and emotional needs. Accurately documents care provided: Activity, Meals, I & O, Vital Signs, Weights, Swing Bed activities and ADL assessments. Computer skills: Able to register patient when ward clerk is not available, order entry for specimen collection and requisitions for maintenance (equipment repairs). Assist with admissions and discharges - room preparation. Cooperates with unit cleaning, maintenance and restocking: Diet kitchen, utility room, report room, patient rooms, supply room, med carts, IV trays, equipment, etc. Good technical skills: Vital Signs, I & O, specimen collection, WBG, Weights, Isolation, hot and cold pads and SCD's. Respectfully takes direction from medical professionals and reports changes in patient condition timely. Assists with maintaining equipment and reports all faulty equipment. Qualifications:
Completion of a state-approved CNA certification program. Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of North Dakota. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Compassionate and empathetic attitude towards patients and their families. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Basic knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare practices. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a supportive, community-oriented environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join the West River Health Services family and embark on a rewarding career in rural healthcare.