Certified Nursing Assistant - Dialysis

Winona Health • Winona, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant for Dialysis performs a variety of duties to
assist the licensed staff in the care of renal dialysis patients, maintaining
quality, and cost-effective care. Position is also responsible for clerical
support in the absence of the Administrative Assistant.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• BLS Certification
• Must be a graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant program and must remain current on the Minnesota State Registry as a Certified Nursing Assistant
• Basic Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, and Patient Information Database
• Must pass Ishihara Test for Color Deficiency prior to employment

Responsibilities

• Assists in transfer of patients.
• Obtains weights and vital signs at patient check-in, during and after treatments and as directed by the RN.
• Checks patients comfort hourly and reports to the Registered Nurse.
• Applies pressure to needle stick sites according to unit protocol if needed.
• Responds to patient requests.
• Transports patients when ancillary staff are unavailable.
• Assists patient with toileting needs as indicated.
• Strips down used dialyzers and bloodlines from machines after use per Infection Control Policy.
• Cleans dialysis machine and chair between each use.
• Assists with general department organization and cleanliness.
• Restocks department supplies and linens. Rotates supply stock and checks for expiration; utilizing the two-bin system.
• Completes water tests according to unit protocol.
• Charts patient information in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Records accurately in the appropriate place for each patient: Treatment record Machine safety record Daily/weekly maintenance records Patient log sheet
• Delivers requisitions, messages, or other paperwork as requested.
• Labels test tubes for lab specimens obtained in Dialysis.
• Fills out charge sheets and census books.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
• Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
• Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
• Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

What This Job Offers

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