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What they do
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.
$46,090 / year median in Washington
-7% projected decline
Job Description
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Under the direction of a licensed nurse, responsible for the completion of assigned tasks in the general care of patients, and assisting nurses and other medical personnel in meeting the total care needs of the patient.EDUCATION BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE
Current Washington State Nursing Assistant certification CNA in a health care setting, preferably a hospital. Ability to work with all types of people in a caring, compassionate manner.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1.
Answers call lights to determine patient needs. 2. Bathes, dresses and undresses patients. 3. Serves and collects food trays and feeds patients requiring help. 4. Drapes patients for examinations and treatments and remains with patients, performing such duties as holding instruments and adjusting lights. 5. Turns and positions patients, and applies restraints under supervision of licensed nurse. 6. Performs proper isolation, infection control and universal precautions. 7. Able to safely perform patient transfers. 8. Will inform RN of any changes in vital signs, patient condition, and needs. 9. Other duties as assignedHOW WE CARE FOR YOU
- Medical/Dental Paid by Skyline for YOU (Employee)
- Low cost Vision Insurance
- Health Saving Account Contributions
- 403(b) and 457(b) plan through Nationwide (Employer Match 3%)
- Generous Paid Time Off accrual
- Basic Life / AD&D Benefit
- Voluntary Life Insurance through Met Life
- Employee Assistance Program
- 20% discount from hospital bills