Inpatient CNA - Day Shift

South Texas Spine Hospital•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) performs routine, non-professional patient care activities. The role assists patients with activities of daily living, obtains and records vital signs, collects specimens, and supports quality patient care in a safe and compassionate manner. The CNA provides patient care consistent with the nursing plan of care, performs simple treatments or tests according to established policies and procedures, and provides post-procedure care. The position also supports clinical operations by observing patients, reporting changes in condition to the nurse, maintaining safe and comfortable patient environments, and keeping clinical areas clean and organized. The CNA must protect patient privacy and follow facility policies, safety standards, and infection-control practices.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
Current Florida Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to recognize and promptly and accurately report changes in patient condition.
Ability to safely lift, move, and transfer patients with appropriate assistance and equipment.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of experience assisting in the care of patients in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Obtain and record patient vital signs and weights promptly and accurately, and report findings to the nurse.
Administer simple treatments and/or tests according to established policies and procedures.
Provide efficient, compassionate, and empathetic post-procedure care.
Initiate patient care activities consistent with the nursing plan of care.
Assist patients with bathing, dressing, feeding, ambulation, and personal hygiene.
Apply principles of aseptic technique when caring for patients.
Observe patients and promptly notify the nurse of changes in condition.
Help maintain a safe and comfortable patient environment.
Collect specimens and assist with patient care procedures as directed.
Maintain clinical areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
Maintain professional appearance and conduct.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies.
Follow facility policies, procedures, safety standards, and infection-control practices.