Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Extended Recovery (Days) (Casual/PRN)
About The Position
OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work. The Extended Recovery Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides essential support to registered nurses by providing high-quality patient care to post op orthopedic patients. The role includes encouraging early, frequent mobilization, assisting with activities of daily living, providing emotional support, and ensuring patient safety throughout their journey to recovery. This position is an integral part of an organization who values being Always TRUE in promoting trust, respect, understanding, and engagement with all team members.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.
- Registered with the State of Nebraska as CNA required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
- Ability to problem solve and critically think.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a team.
- Understanding of infection control protocols and patient care techniques.
- Attention to detail and the ability to follow verbal or written instructions.
- Uses judgment for routine situations.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
- Must be able to work from detailed verbal or written instructions and use judgment for routine situations.
- Must have patience, self-confidence, maturity, compassion and always remain a team player.
- Must be able to pass background check.
- Must pass pre-employment physical and drug testing.
- Obtaining active licensures per job requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Prior Nurse Assistant experience.
- 1+ year customer service work in a health care setting.
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform basic patient care functions by complying with established protocols, policies, procedures, and standards based on individual patient needs under the direction of licensed nursing personnel to ensure quality patient care.
- Function as a team member by demonstrating initiative and flexibility in the completion of workload to provide high-quality, efficient patient care.
- Interact with patients and other health care professionals utilizing appropriate communication skills so that efficiency, productivity, and quality of care are enhanced.
- Perform clerical tasks and patient registration activities to ensure efficient workflow in the unit.
- Must be able to work from detailed verbal or written instructions and use judgment for routine situations.
- Maintain patient medical records by following correct procedures to ensure accurate and timely availability of patient information.
- Comply with safety activities, policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission.
- Participating in teaching, orienting and guiding other employees by sharing knowledge and master skills.
- Able to communicate effectively to solve problems in routine situations.
- Must have patience, self-confidence, maturity, compassion and always remain a team player.
- Employee is responsible for all other duties assigned for which competency has been demonstrated.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
