Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First•Capitol Heights, MD

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) locates and triages patients, obtains accurate vital signs, assesses patient conditions, and prepares patients for physicals and medical treatment by physicians and nurses. The role uses an electronic medical record system, communicates patient symptoms and questions about lab or x-ray needs to nurses and physicians, and assists with patient treatment and care. It also includes performing assigned lab duties and phlebotomy, sterilizing instruments, managing supplies, maintaining treatment areas and equipment, and completing laundry and other assigned tasks. The CNA follows established policies and ancillary guidelines, completes assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks during the shift, attends scheduled staff meetings, and reports to the Charge Nurse before leaving. The position requires a professional, friendly approach and teamwork, flexibility to assist with patient care or center operations as needed, and willingness to work at any center in response to staffing or center emergencies or a reduction of work.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
Minimum typing experience.
Ability to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods, possibly 4 to 7 hours at a time.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.

Nice To Haves

At least 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 their medical condition, and prepare them for physicals and medical treatment.
Use the electronic medical record system.
Order lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the Nurse and/or Physician when a patient is ready for examination; communicate symptoms and relay questions about lab or x-ray needs.
Assist Nurses and Physicians with patient treatment and care, and handle their requests respectfully and promptly.
Perform assigned lab duties and phlebotomy procedures.
Sterilize and set up instruments; receive and store supplies; 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 directed maintenance assignments.
Wash, dry, fold, and restock laundry; maintain the cleanliness of 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 or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere; provide warm, friendly service in all interactions.
Understand and perform all duties as assigned.
Work at any center when needed due to staffing or center emergencies or a reduction of work.