Certified Nursing Assistant -Stepdown
About The Position
Under the guidance of the Nurse Manager or Director, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the Critical Care Stepdown unit plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, skilled, and age-appropriate care to patients. Working closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the CNA ensures that every patient receives the highest level of support and attention. In collaboration with a Registered Nurse, the CNA will assist with a variety of patient-centered tasks, including: Providing hands-on patient care, ensuring comfort and dignity Monitoring and recording vital signs to track patient progress Assisting with daily activities of living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and mobility support Performing basic clinical procedures as directed Observing and promptly reporting any changes in a patient's condition to the supervising Nurse or Physician Documenting all interactions and care provided in the patient's medical record
Requirements
- Requires licensure through the AZ Board of Nursing as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- Requires BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center upon hire.
- Must have the ability to work with culturally diverse people.
- Requires excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.
- Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
- Must successfully complete approved Valleywise Health computer classes.
Nice To Haves
- Prefer a high school diploma or GED.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of relevant nursing assistant or healthcare-related experience.
- Bilingual is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Providing hands-on patient care, ensuring comfort and dignity
- Monitoring and recording vital signs to track patient progress
- Assisting with daily activities of living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and mobility support
- Performing basic clinical procedures as directed
- Observing and promptly reporting any changes in a patient's condition to the supervising Nurse or Physician
- Documenting all interactions and care provided in the patient's medical record
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
