CNA - 19298137

Sheridan Va Medical Center • Sheridan, WY

3d

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides essential support to patients/residents by assisting with personal hygiene, daily living activities, comfort measures, ambulation, and vital sign monitoring. Working under the guidance of a Licensed Nurse, the CNA plays a key role in delivering comprehensive health services and ensuring patient safety and well-being.

Requirements

• Current CNA certification in good standing.
• 3 years of experience
• Knowledge of basic patient care procedures and infection control.
• Ability to assist with ADLs and provide compassionate care.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with bedpans, urinals, baths, backrubs, shampoos, and shaving.
• Help patients travel to the bathroom and provide support for showers and baths.
• Serve meals and assist with feeding as necessary.
• Support ambulation, turning, and positioning of patients.
• Provide fresh water and nourishment between meals.
• Administer enemas, douches, nonsterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, sitz and therapeutic baths.
• Apply restraints as directed.
• Check vital signs and weight; perform urine testing.
• Record and document intake and output in appropriate forms and electronic medical records.
• Perform capillary blood glucose monitoring.
• Transport patients and respond promptly to call lights and requests.
• Report observations of patient condition to nursing supervisor.
• Provide emotional support and comfort measures.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow hospital policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to federal, state, and local regulations, as well as The Joint Commission standards.
• Provide one-to-one observation, including virtual observation, as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed