Certified Nurse Assistant, Telemetry PCU5

Sutter Health•Oakland, CA

11d•$32 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nurse Assistant performs routine patient care, support, and services in accordance with the legal scope of practice and established standards of care, policies, and procedures. The role applies education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to build confidence and cooperation with patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. The assistant uses sound judgment and developed clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis and in a timely manner. The position follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care. This is a part-time, regular, non-exempt position at Sutter Health’s ABSMC-Summit Campus. The shift is evenings, with eight-hour shifts on variable days, including every other weekend. The schedule is listed as 32 weekly hours. Pay is $32.31–$36.20 per hour, with eligible positions also including a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
Proficiency in fundamental patient-care techniques, standard clinical procedures, and routine medical equipment use.
Knowledge of appropriate emergency care for the role, such as chest compressions and dialing 911.
Ability to follow written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled instructions.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain patient-care information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to meet deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Nice To Haves

CNA-Certified Nursing Assistant certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine patient care, support, and services within the legal scope of practice and established standards, policies, and procedures.
Use patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, families or support groups, and healthcare providers.
Apply sound judgment and clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care in a timely manner.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to help protect privacy and safety and deliver optimal patient care.
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Work independently and as part of a team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.