Certified Nursing Assistant I/Secretary

Granville Health System•Oxford, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Granville Health System is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant I/Secretary in Oxford, North Carolina. The role provides basic nursing care and assists patients with activities of daily living. The Nursing Assistant assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients, participates in the nursing plan of care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse, and implements care as directed by the RN. The position also helps maintain a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the RN in charge of the unit and processes information in the Center’s Health Information System as required. The schedule is three 12-hour shifts per week, with day shifts from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. or night shifts from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m., Sunday through Saturday. Starting pay is $15.21 or more per hour, commensurate with experience, with shift differentials of $1.00–$2.00 per hour based on day and shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification through a state-certified nursing assistant program as a Nurse Aide I.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to work under the direction of a licensed nurse and effectively follow written or verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

Observe the attendance policy, report to work on time, and comply with designated meal and break periods.
Attend and participate in department meetings.
Identify oneself in a pleasant and positive manner and assist patients, family members, and other clients with concern and empathy.
Communicate effectively with people across age groups, cultures, and educational levels.
Work cooperatively with employees inside and outside the department, assist other team members, and support final decisions.
Respect diverse backgrounds and differing opinions, and adapt to changing patient and staff needs, schedules, shifts, and departments.
Look for ways to improve and promote quality.
Participate in the nursing plan of care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and implement nursing care as directed by the RN.
Document nursing care and essential data accurately on appropriate charts and forms according to established procedures and RN direction.
Perform basic patient-care skills accurately and follow established procedures.
Maintain nursing-unit supplies and equipment, anticipate future needs, and remain aware of cost containment.
Learn and maintain knowledge of job-related tasks and all phases of the position.
Participate in educational conferences, complete education in-services, and maintain knowledge and skills related to areas of practice.
Process information on the Center's Health Information System as required.
Help maintain a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the RN in charge of the unit.