Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/HUC| Emergency Department | PRN

Gritman Medical Center • Moscow, ID

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) provides basic nursing care, within their scope of practice, to patients under the direction of the Staff RN or LPN. The primary duties of the C.N.A. are to assist patients with activities of daily living and to provide basic patient care needs and comfort. They may assist the nursing staff with the development of the patient care plan. The C.N.A. will demonstrate safe and competent nursing care, reflective of the philosophy and standards of Gritman Medical Center, following the guidelines and rules set forth by the Idaho State Board of Nursing, American Nurses’ Association, and the Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Health Care Organizations. They will communicate effectively with other care givers and function as a member of the patient care team. They are directly accountable to the staff nurse and will report patient outcomes as appropriate. The C.N.A. will have and maintain adequate physical and mental health to meet job performance criteria. The C.N.A. will demonstrate a code of conduct reflective of Gritman Medical Center’s mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

• Completion of a nursing assistant course.
• Idaho Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver basic nursing care within your scope of practice under the direction of the Staff RN or LPN in the assigned unit.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
• Provide for the basic comfort and care needs of patients.
• Support nursing staff in developing patient care plans.
• Adhere to guidelines and rules set by the Idaho State Board of Nursing, American Nurses' Association, and The Joint Commission.
• Communicate effectively with other members of the care team.
• Function as an integral member of the patient care team.
• Report patient outcomes and findings to the appropriate staff.
• Represent Gritman Medical Center positively and professionally.
• Promote a culture of safety for patients and employees.
• Maintain hospital standards for a clean and quiet environment.
• Stay informed of current standards of practice, trends, and developments.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Maintain compliance with organizational policies and professional standards.
• Handle confidential information appropriately.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service consistent with The Gritman Way.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree