CNA Hospital - Inpatient Surgical (0.9 FTE, Day)

Billings Clinic•Billings, MT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of a licensed nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant assists with patient/resident care in the Inpatient Surgical department. The CNA works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary care team to meet the physical, psychosocial, educational, and spiritual needs of patients/residents and their families. Using a holistic approach and working within the scope of practice, the CNA performs basic nursing care and treatments as directed by a licensed nurse. The role includes documenting care in the patient medical record, following safety standards, contributing to quality improvement, communicating supportively with patients and the care team, and maintaining required competencies and education. This is a full-time, 0.9 FTE position on the day shift, with 72 hours per two-week pay period. The position is non-exempt. Starting wage is $17.15–$21.44, depending on experience, and the position may be eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant license.
CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Six months of clinical experience providing patient/resident care in a health care institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support and model behaviors consistent with Billings Clinic’s mission, vision, values, code of business conduct, and service expectations.
Meet mandatory organizational and departmental requirements and maintain competency with applicable organizational, departmental, and outside-agency standards.
Perform basic nursing care and treatments within scope of practice, as directed by a licensed nurse and in accordance with the patient’s goal-directed plan of care.
Make complete, accurate, and timely entries in patient medical records, including activities of daily living, vital signs, intake and output measurements, and hourly rounding, as indicated by patient needs and documentation guidelines.
Follow Billings Clinic safety standards, policies, and practices; identify potential problems and safety issues and initiate appropriate action.
Use performance improvement principles to assess and improve the quality of patient/resident care and support the Magnet Model of quality nursing care.
Communicate collaboratively, supportively, and caringly with patients/residents, families, visitors, and the interdisciplinary care team.
Act as a resource, role model, and mentor; respond to questions and assist with problem resolution.
Identify personal growth and development needs and complete required system and departmental education and continuing education.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed to meet department and organizational needs.
For level II, complete the yearly level II competency checklist.