Certified Nursing Assistant - Surgical Unit CNA

Confluence Health•Wenatchee, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for CNAs currently enrolled in the Nursing Program. It requires 72 working hours per quarter and is a pool position with no guarantee of hours. The role assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care, and helps maintain a safe and clean environment under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The CNA may also serve as a Bedside Assistant for patients requiring 1:1 supervision.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing assistant program
High School Diploma or GED
Active WA certified CNA license
Eligible to obtain Medical Assistant: Registered certification where applicable (application completed during the hiring process)
Must possess basic computer skills related to Windows navigation, mouse usage, keyboarding, email communication and password management
Walking - Continuous
Sitting/Standing - Frequent
Reaching: Shoulder Height - Frequent
Reaching: Above shoulder height - Occasional
Reaching: Below shoulder height - Frequent
Climbing - Occasional
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - Frequent
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - Frequent
Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - Occasional
Lifting: 25 pounds or less - Frequent
Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - Frequent
Lifting: Over 50 pounds - Occasional
Carrying: 25 pounds or less - Frequent
Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - Occasional
Carrying: Over 50 pounds - Occasional
Crawling/Kneeling - Occasional
Bending/Stooping/Crouching - Frequent
Twisting/Turning - Frequent
Repetitive Movement - Occasional
Mechanical Hazards - Yes
Hazardous Substances - Yes
Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
Lighting - Yes
Noise - Yes
Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - Yes
Infectious Diseases - Yes

Nice To Haves

Not Specified

Responsibilities

Perform related assignments and tasks as requested in order to promote positive visitor, family, and staff relations.
Provides high quality patient care in a caring and compassionate manor. Reports any observed change in patient condition or behavior promptly to the nurse. Ensures patient care tasks are completed timely.
Performs or assists with duties as outlined in the CNA Scope of Practice under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Maintains a clean and safe environment for patient and staff according to hospital and unit policies.
Demonstrates competence in providing care routines in accordance with established nursing care procedure to ensure patients' comfort and safety.
Takes and records vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, and other measurements as applicable, in an accurate and timely manner. Reports all variations from normal to the RN in charge of the patient.
Obtains finger stick blood glucose as delegated by the RN unless working in an area where this is prohibited.
Prepares patients for meals, assists in feeding patients (if necessary), distributes fresh water and other nourishment according to patients’ needs.
Assists patients with elimination needs.
Ambulates/Transfers patients using proper body mechanics and patient safety techniques.
Assists nurse in treatment procedures as needed.
Documents accurately and timely in the patient medical record.
Actively participates in quality improvement programs.
Adheres to Confluence Health and Central Washington Hospital/Wenatchee Valley Hospital policies and unit standards as applicable.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.