Certified Nursing Assistant I or Certified Nursing Assistant II - Medical Telemetry

Cape Fear Valley Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant I or Certified Nursing Assistant II performs basic patient care, observes and reports abnormal occurrences or changes in patient condition, and cleans, stocks, and maintains supplies for the patient unit. The role supports the nursing plan of care by completing delegated patient care tasks and helping maintain a safe, clean patient environment. The position is in the 2 South Surgical department at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The job may include other duties, and specific functions may change from time to time.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
Nursing Assistant certification.
Current registration with the North Carolina Division of Facility Services.
Excellent guest relations skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to read English.
Ability to accept supervision from a multidisciplinary team.
Flexibility in approach to work tasks and schedules.
Ability to learn new skills and techniques.
Basic knowledge of age-specific considerations for patients served.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to work variable shifts.
Ability to turn and lift patients; the role involves substantial standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to observe patients.
Required certifications: BLS from the American Heart Association and CNA registration with the NC Nursing Assistant Registry.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient admissions, including orienting patients to the unit, hospital routine, and patient care equipment.
Respond to patient needs by providing direct assistance when able or reporting needs to the appropriate person.
Carry out delegated patient care tasks to help implement the nursing plan of care.
Help maintain patient safety, including proper use of equipment and supplies.
Access the medication/supply room to retrieve items for patient care use.
Maintain a well-stocked and clean patient environment.
Participate in cost containment and assist with accurate charging for patient services.
Participate in educational and Performance Improvement activities.
Maintain, if needed, four NAII skills per unit competency.
Perform waived testing per unit competency.
Support customer satisfaction, patient throughput, and hospital functional capacity by complying with the Hospital Innovation Project (HIP).
Perform other duties as assigned.