PRN- Certified Nursing Assistant

Cleveland Area Hospital Holdings•Cleveland, OK

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides general nursing care in collaboration with R.N.s, L.P.N.s, other C.N.A.s, and multidisciplinary team members. The role provides physical and psychosocial support to patients of all ages, genders, cultures, and backgrounds, as well as their friends and families. The C.N.A. implements the plan of care to deliver efficient, effective, quality patient care under the oversight of other personnel, including L.P.N.s and R.N.s. The position requires adherence to Cleveland Area Hospital policies and applicable State of Oklahoma rules and regulations. The C.N.A. collects and documents objective assessment data, such as vital signs and weight; assists with examinations and procedures; uses universal precautions when collecting specimens and providing care; communicates with patients, families, and team members; and offers basic patient and family education focused on appropriate self-care. The position also supports team training and performance, follows organizational policies and administrative directives, maintains a clean and safe care environment, and participates in performance improvement, education, and meetings. The role may have access to confidential patient records and must comply with HIPAA and hospital policies.

Requirements

Current C.N.A. license in good standing with the Nurse Aide Registry.
BLS.
Ability to handle multiple priorities.
Comply with HIPAA regulations and Cleveland Area Hospital policies when accessing confidential patient records.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care and implement the patient plan of care under the oversight of R.N.s, L.P.N.s, and other personnel.
Provide physical and psychosocial support to patients, friends, and families.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, team members, and R.N.s and/or L.P.N.s.
Act as a patient advocate, resource, and contact person for patients.
Provide basic education to patients and families, focusing on self-care appropriate to the patient’s age, learning considerations, and needs.
Collect assessment data and document objective information, including vital signs and weight.
Remain calm and work effectively and professionally during peak activity and emergencies.
Assist with examinations and procedures as requested.
Use universal precautions when obtaining specimens and delivering patient care.
Participate in training, orientation, competency assessment, and education of new employees.
Contribute to a positive working climate and use positive reinforcement and other methods to enhance team performance.
Arrive on time, work scheduled shifts, and badge in and out appropriately.
Follow organizational policies, certification and licensure requirements, confidentiality standards, patient rights, HIPAA, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Stay current with organizational communications and directives and demonstrate professional conduct and service excellence.
Maintain economical and efficient nursing care in a clean and safe environment.
Participate in performance improvement activities, meetings, and education, and support corporate strategic initiatives.
Contribute to strategies for improving operations and patient care.
Perform other duties as required.