Certified Nursing Assistant

Crossing Healthcare•Decatur, IL

21d•$15 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nurse’s Assistant (CNA) assists providers and nurses with patient care, initiates patient flow, maintains the environmental areas of the clinic and examination rooms and assists with telephoning and filing.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
CPR Certified
Training verification as a CNA required
Ability to follow established procedures and maintain high level of organization
Ability to learn reasonably quickly
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to multi-task
Ability to relate to persons of various economic levels and cultures
Ability to remain relaxed and calm under stressful situations
Ability to speak and write fluently in English; Spanish desirable
Ability to work independently and cooperatively
Above average level of interest in working with people and data
Cooperative and non-competitive attitude with ability to take initiative
Demonstrates integrity, professionalism and superior customer service skills while working in a fast-paced, moderately stressful environment
High proficiency in nursing procedures and use of medical equipment appropriate to the job
Patient and staff friendly with excellent communication skills
Proficiency in use of telephone system, computer, and basic office equipment
Working knowledge of adult and/or pediatric nursing and medications
Ability to stand for extended periods of time, hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to deliver medical services and use equipment.
Ability to work in conditions that include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissues, contagious diseases and/or other potentially hazardous materials
Fine motor coordination sufficient to perform manipulative skills
Moderate physical exertion including frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching and carrying moderately heavy loads (up to 25 lbs.)

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of successful experience in a clinical setting preferred
Ability to speak and write fluently in English; Spanish desirable

Responsibilities

Assists patients to exam rooms
Obtains vital signs
Obtains, evaluates and records patient history as per protocols
Performs CLIA-waived tests
Collects and process specimens
Complies with established risk management and safety procedures
Complies with quality assurance practices
Performs electrocardiography and respiratory testing
Performs standard precautions, including hand washing and disposal of bio- hazardous materials
Receives, organizes, prioritizes, stores and maintains transmittable information utilizing electronic technology.
Makes appointments and schedules referrals as directed
Makes copies and faxes documents as requested
Makes correct entries in patient charts and checks appointment dates
Manages the care of patients in collaboration with other health professionals and members of the healthcare team in order to make decisions about treatment and attain health goals.
Performs quality assurance on glucometers
Restocks and straightens exam rooms
Performs other duties of a CNA as required