Certified Nursing Assistant, Med-Surg (Full-time, Day Shift)

Adventist Health • Hanford, CA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has
been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed
hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services.
Hanford residents are proud of their city's historic charm and family-friendly
atmosphere. Within an hour's travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon
National Parks can be enjoyed.

Job Summary:

Provides personal nursing care to the patient under the direction of a licensed
registered nurse (RN). Performs tasks associated with activities of daily living
including self-care needs. Performs routine assigned tasks and reports patients’
status and concerns to the RN.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) Health Care Provider certification: Required
• AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS: Required
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Required

Nice To Haves

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Phlebotomy Certification: Preferred in CA and HI
• Audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred in CA and HI

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks associated with activities of daily living, including assisting with nutrition and hydration, elimination, personal care, positioning devices, restraints and restorative care.
• Takes vital signs including, pulse and blood pressure.
• Helps patients with their basic needs, i.e., bathing, dressing and feeding.
• Performs a variety clerical duties, which include but are not limited to routing patient reports as appropriate. Uses organizational skills to keep unit running smoothly and uses prioritization skills to meet deadlines as indicated. Provides assessment data to certified nurse within the scope of practice (vital signs, patient verbal and nonverbal responses, etc.).
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees