CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

HUMBOLDT GENERAL HOSPITAL•Winnemucca, NV

6d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, provides basic daily nursing care to long-term care residents, which meets the specific needs of the residents and is within the scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the facility

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Post high school vocational/specialized training
Valid Nevada State CNA certificate
Current CPR certification

Responsibilities

Provides personal care assistance to patients, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting and transportation.
Participate in the development and implementation of the patient care plan
Observes and communicates changes in the patient’s condition to the charge nurse
Obtains and documents patient vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure weight, respiration and pulse and report results to charge nurse
Helps transfer patients to and from chairs, lift patients, raises patients in beds and turns the patients
Demonstrates sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy and expresses interest in their progress
Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients and family in accordance with hospital standards. (Responds promptly to call lights; replenishes the ice; assures the room is neat and tidy, etc.)
Identifies when help is required in providing patient care needs and seeks it appropriately, recognizing own limitations
As a member of the health team, maintains harmonious relationships with the unit and co-workers providing support and assistance to co-workers to ensure quality patient care
Supports the department by attending, and constructively contributing to staff or other meetings as able/necessary
Communicates clearly and tactfully with residents and their families
Participates in stocking, sorting, and inventory of departmental supplies to ensure appropriate items are readily available for patient care needs
Maintains confidentiality of all patient/resident/staff information
Performs other related duties as requested or assigned within scope of practice