Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First•Lutherville, MD

7d•$20 - $22

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant supports patient care in a clinical setting by locating and triaging patients, obtaining vital signs, assessing patient conditions, and preparing patients for examinations and treatment. The CNA assists Nurses and Physicians with patient care, communicates symptoms and patient readiness, performs assigned laboratory duties and phlebotomy, and uses the electronic medical record system. The role also includes preparing and sterilizing instruments, ordering and restocking supplies, maintaining treatment areas and equipment, completing biological cleanup and laundry duties, and fulfilling assigned checklists and administrative tasks. The CNA follows established policies and ancillary guidelines, attends scheduled meetings, reports to the Charge Nurse before leaving, and contributes to a positive, professional, and team-oriented environment. Availability to assist with patient care or center operations may be required during breaks and mealtimes.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Minimum typing experience.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
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.
Understand and use the electronic medical record system.
Order laboratory, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the Nurse and/or Physician when patients are ready for examination, communicate symptoms, and relay questions about laboratory or x-ray needs.
Assist Nurses and Physicians with patient treatment and care.
Respond respectfully and promptly to Physician and Nurse 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, perform biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and complete other assigned maintenance tasks.
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.
Assist as needed when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere, and provide warm and friendly service.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
Disability, life, and long-term care insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending accounts.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Paid Annual Leave.
Volunteer Time Off Pay.
Bereavement Leave.
Emergency Leave Bank.
Overtime pay.
Holiday pay and double-time compensation for holidays worked.
Discounted medical treatment at any Patient First location for employees and immediate family.
Recruitment bonus.
Patient Care Performance bonus for center employees.
Weekend bonus for center employees.