Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First • Perry Hall, MD

1d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will be responsible for a variety of tasks to support patient care and center operations. This includes locating patients, obtaining vital signs, triaging patients, assessing their medical condition, and preparing them for examinations and treatments. The CNA will also assist with ordering medical supplies, notifying medical staff when patients are ready, and assisting with patient treatments. Responsibilities extend to instrument sterilization, laundry management, receiving and restocking supplies, and maintaining the cleanliness of treatment areas in accordance with OSHA guidelines. The role requires understanding and utilizing the electronic medical record system, operating medical equipment, completing assigned checklists, and fostering a positive and professional team environment. The CNA must be adaptable and available to assist as needed, understanding that breaks may be interrupted for patient care or center operations. Providing warm and friendly service is essential in all interactions.

Requirements

• Employee must be 18 years of age or older
• Minimum typing experience
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Ability to hear pages, bells, and phone system
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time (possibly 4-7 hours at a time)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills
• Ability to prioritize and deal with numerous tasks at one time
• Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by the Maryland Board of Nursing

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office preferred
• Medical candidates with at least 1-2 years of experience in a physician's office or hospital setting are preferred

Responsibilities

• Locating patients, obtaining accurate vital signs by visual and auditory measures, triaging patients, assessing patients’ medical condition and preparing patients for physicals and medical treatment by Physicians and Nurses
• Electronically ordering lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed
• Notifying the Nurse and/or Physician when patient is ready for exam while communicating symptoms and relaying questions about lab or x-ray needs
• Assisting Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care
• Handling Physician and Nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner
• Sterilizing and setting up instruments
• Washing, drying, folding, and restocking laundry. Maintaining the cleanliness of the washing machine and dryer lint trap
• Receiving and storing supplies
• Restocking treatment rooms as needed
• Reporting to Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift
• Following ancillary guidelines as deemed necessary by the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, Director of Medical Support (DMS), and Physician
• Adhering to established policies and procedures
• Maintaining cleanliness of the treatment area and completing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines and other maintenance assignments as directed
• Participating in maintenance assignments as necessary and as directed
• Understanding and using the electronic medical record system
• Attending staff meetings as scheduled by the Nurse Supervisor or DMS
• Operating, using, and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained
• Completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift
• Being available to assist as needed (breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time to provide necessary patient care or to maintain center operations)
• Fostering teamwork and ensuring a positive and professional atmosphere
• Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions
• Understanding and performing all duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and dependents
• Disability, Life and Long Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (with employer match)
• Paid Annual Leave
• Volunteer Time Off Pay
• Bereavement Leave
• Emergency Leave Bank
• Overtime Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Double time compensation for all holidays worked
• Discounted medical treatment at any Patient First location for employees and immediate family
• Recruitment bonus
• Patient Care Performance bonus (center employees only)
• Weekend bonus (center employees only)

What This Job Offers

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