Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Inpatient Units

National Jewish Health•Denver, CO

82d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Provides patient care within scope of practice and established policies and procedures under direct supervision, to assist patients with activities of daily living, to contribute towards efficient patient flow pattern, and to assist with clerical support within the patient care area.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent is preferred.
Successful completion of an approved Nurse Aide training program, Certified Nursing Assistant program, or Fundamentals at an approved School of Nursing is preferred.
A minimum of six months of recent and related experience required.
Current CNA and CPR/BLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric or adult medical experience for positions in the general or adult and pediatric units is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collects, reports, and records basic objective and subjective data. Assists with assuring a complete patient record.
Observes and reports changes in signs and symptoms or deviations from normal health status.
Provides basic information which assists the licensed nurse in making lists of problems and needs, setting goals, and developing and revising plan of care.
Provides physical care, comfort measures, and emotional support to patients whose conditions are stable or predictable.
Assists with basic restorative nursing.
Repeats patient teaching instructions as given by the RN.
Documents and communicates completion of assigned duties and patient responses.
Knows emergency procedures, location and use of emergency equipment and responds appropriately to emergency/code situations.
Provides safe and appropriate care within level of training/competency, following principals of asepsis and infection control.
Communicates patient/family education requests or needs to RN. Provides patients with educational materials.
Contributes toward an efficient patient care flow pattern by monitoring schedules for assigned section and coordinating patient flow and assists with admission and discharge of patients.
Prepare exam rooms for patient use, maintaining adequate supplies & forms, & cleaning rooms between patients.
Maintains clean unit, work space, and patients environment per regulatory and hospital/clinic requirements.
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of relevant computer software.
Completes required educational programs: BCLS, Mandatory in-services, Department and unit-based competencies; and participates in unit based QI program as requested.
Participates in the goals of the department as evidenced by attending 50% of staff meetings, reading and initialing all applicable minutes.
Provide back up to Unit Coordinator.
Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge visibly.
Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies, the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by due date annually.
Promotes a workplace culture based on mutual respect and merit, where all individuals are treated fairly and provided with equal opportunity to contribute to the mission and goals of the institution.
Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies and procedures.
Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other regulatory agency requirements.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.