Certified Nursing Assistant - Acute Care

Trinity Health•Germantown, MD

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNA works under the delegated authority of a registered nurse to perform a nursing function within their scope of practice and assist the nurse in collecting data for a nursing assessment under the supervision of a nurse. Job Title: CNA – Certified Nursing Assistant Unit: Acute Care Employment Type: PRN Shift: Rotating Shift Location: Germantown, MD Position Highlights: Competitive pay Benefits – Medical, Dental & Vision, PTO, Free Parking, Metro Access, Tuition Reimbursement, 403(b) Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules Advancement: Opportunities to advance within the organization Location: Holy Cross Health has two hospitals and four healthcare centers all a short driving distance from Washington DC and Baltimore, MD Description: The CNA works under the delegated authority of a registered nurse to perform a nursing function within their scope of practice and assist the nurse in collecting data for a nursing assessment under the supervision of a nurse.

Requirements

Current licensure by the Maryland State Board for Certified Nursing Assistant
High School Diploma
BLS certification (issued through the American Heart Association)
Current knowledge of nursing skills within their scope of practice.
Computer and audiovisual skills using various applications and technologies: Internet, email, word processing, wireless phone, pager.
Ability to obtain and retrieve data.
Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize, ability to work well with individuals and groups.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) may be assigned to function in either the Health Unit Coordinator or Nursing Assistant role.
When functioning in the Nursing Assistant role, the CNA works under the delegated authority of a registered nurse to perform a nursing function within their scope of practice and assist the nurse in collecting data for a nursing assessment under the supervision of a nurse.
The CNA provides quality nursing care to patients; implements specific procedures and programs; coordinates work within the department, as well as with other departments; reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor; responds to inquiries or requests for information; and assists the immediate supervisor with tasks to support department operations.
Reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor; responds to inquiries or requests for information; and assists the immediate supervisor with tasks to support department operations.