A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
PRN Join Our Team as a (CNA) Certified Nurse Aide! Are you passionate about patient care and looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and dynamic environment? Cherry County Hospital and Clinic invites you to become a part of our dedicated team, where you'll assist professional nursing staff and meet the day-to-day needs of our patients. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work with a collaborative team that values excellence in patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide patient care including baths, back rubs, bed making, vitals, passing trays, feeding patients, enemas, and specimen collection. Assist with admissions, transfers, dismissals, ICU, and terminal patients. Perform housekeeping tasks to keep patient rooms, utility rooms, and nourishment centers clean. Respond to patient lights, provide necessary assistance, and notify nurses as needed. Answer the telephone and greet the public promptly and tactfully. Understand and use the intercom system effectively. Participate in at least 50% of pertinent workshops annually. Assist in evaluating the work performance of staff members. Aid in the training of new personnel. Attend staff meetings as required. Cooperate and work well with staff, the public, and physicians. Perform clerical functions such as recording vitals and diet. Maintain confidentiality of patients' medical, personal, and financial records. Adhere to Corporate Compliance policies and procedures. Comply with Cherry County Hospital personnel policies. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Skills and Abilities Required:
Knowledge of good body mechanics and hospital procedures. Ability to maintain complete confidentiality regarding patient care services. Competence in assembling, disassembling, and operating equipment. Ability to follow directions and report general observations. Ability to exercise some independent judgment. Preference for working with the public and other staff. Willingness to accept change and perform a variety of tasks, including some that may be unpleasant. Knowledge of state and federal confidentiality laws, including HIPAA.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
The work is physically and emotionally demanding, involving lifting and positioning patients. Requires working in close proximity with others in a clean, favorable environment. Regular working hours with the possibility of overtime. Dexterity needed to operate equipment, telephone, intercom system, and other tasks as required. Must be agile and able to move carefully around patients and equipment. Job involves potential exposure to hazardous materials such as contaminated body fluids. Repetitive use of hands, arms, and eyes, which could result in strain. Must possess knowledge and insight to comply with universal precautions and hospital policies. Join Cherry County Hospital and Clinic and be part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients. We offer a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth. Cherry County Hospital and Clinic is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements:
Minimum Job Qualifications:
Completion of a minimum of one year of high school. Minimum age requirement of 16 years. Certification as a CNA.
