Certified Nursing Assistant - Prov 11th Floor - Providence

Certified Nursing Assistant

• Prov 11th Floor
• Providence USA Health
• 3.

2 Mobile, AL Job Details Part-time 13 hours ago Qualifications BLS Certification Basic life support

CNA Full Job Description Overview:

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities consist of assisting patients with ADLs, including bathing, grooming, oral care, toileting, and feeding. Providing mobility support including repositioning, transfers, and ambulation using proper body mechanics and assistive devices. Obtaining and documentation of vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations blood pressure, oxygen saturation) per protocol. Monitor and report changes in patient condition to RN promptly. Assist patients with elimination needs, including use of bedpans, urinals, condom catheters, pure wicks, and provide catheter care (per scope of practice). Documentation of accurate intake and output per protocol. Maintain a safe patient environment by adhering to fall precautions, bed alarms, and safety protocols. Follow standard and transmission

• based precautions per hospital guidelines.

Perform proper hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Assist in prevention of hospital-acquired conditions (e.g., pressure injuries, falls). Accurately document care provided in the electronic medical record (EMR) in a timely manner. Communicate effectively with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members. Participate in bedside shift reports and patient rounding. Report patient concerns, pain, or changes in status immediately to the nurse. Provide compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive care. Support patient and family engagement by answering basic questions and reinforcing education as directed by the nurse. Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and nursing stations. Stock supplies and ensure equipment availability. Assist with transport of patients to other departments if needed. Assist with post-mortem care when applicable. Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards Regular and prompt attendance Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required Related duties as assigned

Additional Information:

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent and 1 year of related experience Preferred CNA

• Certified Nursing Assistant Upon Hire Required and BCLS
• Basic Life Support with American Red Cross Upon Hire Required Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer

• minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.