Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- Orthopedics FT (Days)

Children's Nebraska • Omaha, NE

87d

About The Position

At Children's, the region's only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience as a nursing assistant with pediatric patients.
• BLS - Basic Life Support through American Heart Association required.
• Current and valid Nurse Aide registry in the State of NE or IA depending on state of residence.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience in basic computer skills preferred.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Effective verbal, written communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care for the comfort, safety and personal needs of pediatric patients under the direction and supervision of the RN.
• Performs and/or assists with area tests and patient care procedures as delegated by the RN.
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate care for infant, toddler, preschool, school age and adolescent patients.
• Completes delegated tasks in an appropriate time frame based on patient needs such as vital signs, intake/output, height/weight/head circumference measurements, ADL's, preparing for patient arrival/discharge, transports, tests and assists RN/MD with procedures.
• Participates with the multidisciplinary team in providing feedback/input into the patient/family care needs.
• Maintains environment of care for patient/family and unit.
• Ensures patient room environment provides for the comfort, cleanliness, safety of the patient/family.
• Oversees equipment and supplies availability in patient rooms and on the unit.
• Performs clerical and receptionist duties as needed.
• Accepts assignments to share/teach knowledge, and provide support as a preceptor for new certified nursing assistant staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED