Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First•Beltsville, MD

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) supports patient care and clinic operations by locating and triaging patients, obtaining vital signs, assessing patients’ medical conditions, and preparing them for examinations and treatment by Physicians and Nurses. The role involves assisting clinical staff with patient treatment, communicating patient symptoms and needs, performing assigned lab and phlebotomy duties, and using the electronic medical record system. The CNA also maintains treatment areas and equipment, sterilizes instruments, manages supplies and laundry, completes assigned checklists and tasks, and follows established policies, ancillary guidelines, and OSHA cleanup requirements. The position requires courteous, timely collaboration with patients and staff, attendance at scheduled meetings, CPR classes, and code drills, and flexibility to assist with patient care and center operations as needed. The employee may be asked to work at any center because of a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have minimum typing experience.
Be a high school graduate or equivalent.
Be certified as a Nursing Assistant by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
Be able to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
Be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, possibly 4 to 7 hours at a time.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Be able to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills.
Be able to prioritize and multitask.
Be willing to work at any center because of a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office is preferred.

Responsibilities

Locate patients, obtain accurate vital signs using visual and auditory measures, triage patients, assess medical conditions, and prepare patients for physicals and treatment by Physicians and Nurses.
Understand and use the electronic medical record system.
Order lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the Nurse and/or Physician when patients are ready for examination, communicate symptoms, and relay questions about lab or x-ray needs.
Assist Nurses and Physicians with various forms of patient treatment and care.
Handle Physician and Nurse requests respectfully and in a timely manner.
Perform lab duties as assigned and perform phlebotomy procedures.
Sterilize and set up instruments; receive and store supplies; and restock treatment rooms as needed.
Report to the Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift.
Follow ancillary guidelines as directed by the Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, DMS, and Physician, and adhere to established policies and procedures.
Maintain treatment-area cleanliness, complete biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and perform other maintenance assignments as directed.
Wash, dry, fold, and restock laundry, and maintain the washing machine and dryer lint trap.
Attend staff meetings scheduled by the Nurse Supervisor or DMS.
Operate, use, and maintain medical and office equipment as trained.
Complete assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift.
Assist as needed, including when breaks and mealtimes are interrupted to provide necessary patient care or maintain center operations.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere, and provide positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions.
Understand and perform all duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
Disability, life, and long-term care insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending accounts
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid Annual Leave
Volunteer Time Off Pay
Bereavement Leave
Emergency Leave Bank
Overtime pay
Holiday pay
Double-time compensation for all holidays worked
Discounted medical treatment at any Patient First location for employees and immediate family
Recruitment bonus
Patient Care Performance bonus for center employees
Weekend bonus for center employees