Certified Nursing Assistant I

at  Encompass Health

Certified Nursing Assistant I
Pay range for a full-time CNA is $16. 00 to $22. 00 per hour.
Per diem rate is $19.00 per hour.
This position is for Nevada and California hospitals only.

The Certified Nursing Assistant I assists rehabilitation nurses with rehabilitation treatment and patient care according to hospital, state, professional and federal regulations and guidelines. In addition, the position:

• Requires effective communication skills for working with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Requires competency in assisting with delegated rehabilitation treatment and patient care.
• Performs tasks as delegated by and supervised by rehabilitation nurses.
• Maintains open and an on-going communication with coworkers and supervisors.

The Certified Nursing Assistant I supports an environment and culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by helping to provide patient safety and patient-centered treatment.
Job Code: 101354

QUALIFICATIONS

License or Certification:

• CNA license or certification required as the state requires.
• CPR certification required.

Education, Training and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Machines, Equipment Used:

• General office equipment such as telephone, copy machine, fax machine, calculator, computer.

Physical Requirements:

• Good visual acuity and ability to communicate.
• Ability to lift, lower, push, pull, and retrieve objects weighing a minimum of 30 pounds of medical supplies and equipment and the transferring and repositioning of patients. Reasonable assistance may be requested when lifting, pushing, and/or pulling are undertaken which exceeds these minimum requirements.

Compliance:

• Adheres to the company’s Standards of Business Conduct.
• Maintains current licensure and/or certifications, if applicable.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively.
• Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.
• Ability to work independently without constant supervision.

Environmental Conditions:

• Indoor, temperature controlled, smoke-free environment. Occasional outdoor exposure.
• Exposure or potential exposure to blood and body fluids may be required.
• Handicapped accessible.
• May work under stressful circumstances at times.

Proficiency or Productivity Standards:

• Has regular, reliable and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Adheres to hospital/department dress code including wearing ID badge.
• May be required to work weekdays and/or weekends, evenings and or night shifts if needed to meet deadlines.
• May be required to work on religious and/or legal holidays on scheduled days/shifts.
• Will be required to work as necessary during disaster situations, i.e., before, during or after a disaster.
• May be required to stay after workday to assist after a disaster situation until relief arrives.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Please refer the Job description for details