Certified Nurse Assistant Full Time Nights

Surgery Partners, Inc•Wichita, KS

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About The Position

The Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) provides direct patient care and supportive services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The CNA performs delegated tasks to assist patients with daily living activities, monitors vital signs and intake and output, and supports patient comfort and safety according to each patient’s plan of care while helping maintain efficient unit operations. The position requires professional, compassionate interactions with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers; accurate documentation; adherence to patient rights, HIPAA, infection control, and safety requirements; and ongoing participation in competencies, in-services, and education. The employee works in a temperature-controlled environment and faces physical demands and exposure risks associated with patient care.

Requirements

Demonstrated eligibility for employment in the United States.
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Current Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification in Kansas.
One year of CNA experience in an acute care facility or with acute care patients.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days of hire.
Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills; strong attention to detail and accuracy; professional customer service skills; and a compassionate demeanor.
Verbal and written English communication skills and basic computer skills sufficient for safe, effective patient care and documentation.
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently; cognitive skills for math, reading, filing, and sterile technique; and communication skills to interact with employees, patients, families, and physicians.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting up to 50 pounds using proper technique, standing for extended periods, frequent walking, and reaching, crouching, and kneeling.
Ability to meet the stated sensory requirements for near, far, and mid-range vision and low-, medium-, and high-pitch hearing.

Nice To Haves

Orthopedic, neurological, or critical care experience.

Responsibilities

Measure and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation, and promptly report abnormal findings to nursing staff.
Perform assigned routine clinical procedures, including blood glucose monitoring, blood drain management, urinary catheter management, and specimen collection.
Assist patients with personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
Maintain safe, clean, and organized patient rooms in accordance with infection control and safety protocols.
Assist patients with mobility, transfers, ambulation, and positioning, using correct body mechanics.
Respond promptly to call lights and requests for assistance.
Report changes in patients’ physical, mental, or emotional conditions to direct nursing staff through appropriate lines of authority and in a timely manner.
Document required information in the Electronic Health Record.
Use budgeted supplies and equipment judiciously and help ensure a safe, supportive environment for patients and staff.
Seek guidance from the assigned nurse when knowledge or skill level is in question.
Support patient engagement through hourly patient rounding.
Model the organization’s vision, mission, and values, and maintain a professional manner and positive attitude.
Treat patients equally in accordance with Patient Rights, act as a patient advocate, and comply with HIPAA privacy laws.
Maintain personal attendance and punctuality in accordance with facility policy.
Maintain a Kansas Nurse Aide Certificate and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in good standing.
Complete annual competencies, in-services, and educational opportunities as required, and attend 75% of staff meeting opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned.