Certified Nursing Assistant - A5 Cardiac Med/Surg Telemetry

CHRISTUS Health • Corpus Christi, TX

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About The Position

This position involves assisting with routine and repetitive patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed Nurse in a 27-bed cardiac medical-surgical telemetry unit. The role includes performing clerical, organizational, and patient-focused tasks to support the nursing team and ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Patient care experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
• CNA License in state of employment required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients.
• Completes pertinent documents related to patient care.
• Prepares rooms for admission by setting up IV pots and adjusting beds to appropriate levels.
• Ensures that all patient belongings accompany the patient during discharge.
• Safely transports stable patients as required.
• Maintains security and confidentiality when transporting patients and interacting with family and visitors.
• Cleans, procures, and returns equipment and supplies as needed.
• Runs errands for the unit as required.
• Assists licensed personnel in providing a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
• Replenishes patient rooms with water, linen, and towels as appropriate.
• Performs unit-specific patient care tasks according to the skills checklist and documents on the flowsheet.
• Identifies changes in the patient's condition and reports them promptly to the nurse in charge.
• Assists with ordering and maintaining stock items according to established inventory.
• Keeps unit supplies organized and orderly.
• Responds appropriately to emergencies and communicates effectively with team members during and between shifts.
• Responds to phone calls and patient call lights.
• Adapts patient assessment and care methods to accommodate the unique needs of each patient served.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED