Certified Nursing Assistant - Women's & Newborn Services at Gila Regional Medical Center

Silver City, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Activities Of Daily Living, Vital Signs, Accu-Checks, Documentation, Patient Transfers, Ambulation, Patient Discharge, Equipment Cleaning, Communication, Team Collaboration, Basic Life Support, CNA Certification, Patient Orientation, Routine Care, Supervision

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing quality patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. S/he assists patients with Activities of Daily Living, and nurses with routine treatments and procedures, ensuring patient privacy, dignity and well-being in a safe, secure environment. S/he responds to patient requests and reports all pertinent information to the Registered Nurse. Essential Functions Assists with patient admissions, including weighing, dressing and orientation. Prepares patients for various procedures, as directed by the RN. Assists with routine care of patients and performs basic nursing care and treatment procedures, as directed by the RN, including bathing, routine checks, assisting with Activities of Daily Living, taking vital signs, and performing Accu-checks. Completes required documentation of vital signs, treatment and procedures in a thorough and timely manner. Assists with patient transfers and ambulation. Assists with patient discharge, including packing patient belongings and stripping rooms for cleaning. Cleans and stores equipment, changes linens, and maintains and stocks work areas. Answers the phone and responds to nurse call system. Communicates patient issues and changes in condition, including abnormal vital signs and Accu-checks, to the nurse in a timely manner. Attends department meetings. The CNA will be required to train, educate, supervise and provide feedback regarding students from outside entities or organizations with whom GRMC has an established Affiliation Agreement. Education & Training Requirements: High School Diploma or GED New Mexico CNA certification American Heart Association Basic Life Support Note: Job description available upon request**All required documents must be presented at time of hire.**EXTERNAL APPLICANT: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.GRMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides quality patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, assisting with daily living activities and routine treatments. They ensure patient privacy and well-being while responding to patient requests and communicating important information to the nursing staff.