Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First•Towson, MD

6d•$20 - $22

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant locates patients, obtains vital signs, triages and assesses patients, and prepares them for examinations and treatment by physicians and nurses. The role uses the electronic medical record system, communicates patient symptoms and care needs to clinical staff, and assists with patient treatment and care. Other duties include performing assigned lab work and phlebotomy, sterilizing instruments, managing and restocking supplies, maintaining treatment areas and equipment, completing laundry and biological cleanup, and completing assigned checklists and tasks. The CNA follows established policies and directions from clinical supervisors, attends scheduled meetings and training, supports center operations when needed, and contributes to a positive, professional, patient-focused atmosphere. Work breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted to provide patient care or maintain operations, and the employee may be required to work at another center during staffing or operational emergencies.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Minimum typing experience.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
Ability to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended 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 and assess patients; and prepare them for physicals and medical treatment.
Use the electronic medical record system.
Order laboratory, 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 laboratory or x-ray needs.
Assist nurses and physicians with patient treatment and care, responding respectfully and promptly to their requests.
Perform assigned laboratory duties and phlebotomy procedures.
Sterilize and set up instruments.
Receive and store supplies, and restock treatment rooms as needed.
Report to the Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift.
Follow ancillary guidelines and established policies and procedures.
Maintain treatment-area cleanliness, complete biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and perform other maintenance assignments as directed.
Wash, dry, fold, and restock laundry; maintain 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.
Remain available to assist as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted to provide patient care or maintain center operations.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere; provide warm and friendly service in all interactions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Work at any center when required due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.