PT / Certified Nursing Assistant

CorrHealth • Brighton, CO

3d • $22 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Certified Nursing Assistant/Aide is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment planning, implementation, and evaluation. Under supervision of Registered Nurses or Licensed Practical Nurses. Assists Nurses with patient care and patients with ADL's commensurate with their education and demonstrated competencies.

Requirements

• Current certification as a Nurse Aide in working state from an accredited CNA course
• Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position
• Must have current CPR/BLS certification
• Must have current TB test (taken within one year)
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook
• Willing to assist coworkers in the job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers
• Maintains confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements
• Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (as applicable)
• Must obtain and maintain security clearance with the client/facility as a requisite for initial and/or continued employment
• Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures
• Ability to both remain stationary and move/traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs
• Ability to position oneself in different spaces
• Ability to convey and discern information in a conversation, frequently communicate with patients; must be able to exchange accurate information.
• Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances
• Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations
• Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• One (1) or more years of clinical experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of an LPN, RN, PA, ARNP, or MD, assists in the assessment of vital signs, transferring, and ambulating of patients
• Consults with and is responsible to RNs and other staff as appropriate
• Implements clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies and procedures. Intervenes with proper technique, procedures, and safety precautions to meet individual needs of patients
• Responsible for charting vital signs, intake, and output on appropriate flow sheets and reports any changes of patient status to appropriate disciplines
• Responsible for ordering and maintaining supply levels for all clinics; stocks ER supplies
• Responsible for administering medications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED