CNA – MedSurg FT Days Position Available In Overton, Tennessee

CNA – MedSurg FT Days
Livingston, Tennessee
Facility Livingston Regional Hospital
Req

ID 540586

Post Date 04/28/2025 Description Job Summary Provides basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse in charge of the team and/or unit. Essential Functions To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation: Performs basic medical tasks such as measuring and recording vital signs, temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, blood pressure and intake- output, turning, moving or repositioning patients necessary for comfort or medical care
Answers patients call lights, anticipates patient’s needs and makes rounds of assigned patients
Transports patients to various departments for ordered tests/ procedures
Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age
Provides patient care that meets the psychosocial and physical needs of the patient within the scope of practice for a certified nursing assistant/ nursing assistant
Assists with patient admissions, discharges and transfers
Provides morning care which may include bed bath, shower, whirlpool, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, dressing patients, changing bed linen, cleaning over bed table and bedside stand, straightening room and other general care as necessary throughout the shift
Provides evening care which includes hands/ face washing as needed, oral hygiene, back rubs, peri-care, refreshing linen, cleaning over bed tables, straightening room, and other general care as needed
Provides general nursing assistant care such as positioning patients, lifting and turning patients, applying/ utilizing special equipment, assisting in use of bedpan, commode and ambulating patients
Prepares patients for meals, serves and removes food trays and assists with meals or feeds patients is necessary
Knowledgeable of sterile techniques and infection control procedures
Documentation meets current standards and policie
Communicates in a clear and concise manner with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Observes patients mental and physical conditions, reports any changes to supervising RN
Interacts professionally with patients/families; treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families
Reports patient complaints of pain to supervising nursing staff Non-Essential Functions Ensures an adequate stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment
Responsible for minor housekeeping, maintaining department cleanliness and safety, as needed
Participates in patient care conferences Leadership Capabilities N/A Organizational Expectations Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
Maintains a good working relationship within the department and with other departments
Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times
Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients and families in accordance with hospital standards
Complies with all organizational policies and procedures
Completes annual education requirements, in a timely manner to maintain regulatory compliance
Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and JCAHO regulations
Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities
Cooperates with other personnel to achieve departmental objectives, maintain good employee relations and interdepartmental objectives
Communicates and adheres to ES1, Mission and Vision, Core Values, Code of Conduct, Professional Appearance Standards and Ethics and Goals of the facility
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community
Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time
Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly
Performs other reasonably related job duties as assigned or requested, within scope of practice Qualifications Education High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), or equivalent, preferred Certifications American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer
Blood Glucose Monitoring Training Program certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer Experience N/A Required Skills Requirements will include successful completion of orientation checklist and skills/credentials/competency requirements of specific area of work
Able to maintain a high awareness of patient satisfaction and teamwork
Attention to detail
Adaptable to performing well under pressure in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
Must be flexible, able to work as needed for appropriate departmental coverage
Basic computer knowledge; become proficient in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Demonstrates proficient time management skills
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Additional languages preferred