Certified Nursing Assistant - Surgical Unit CNA

Confluence Health•Wenatchee, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This pool position is for Certified Nursing Assistants currently enrolled in a nursing program and requires 72 working hours per quarter. Hours are not guaranteed. Under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the patient or unit, the CNA assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care, and helps maintain a safe and clean environment. The employee may also serve as a Bedside Assistant, observing, interacting with, and caring for patients who require 1:1 supervision. The position reports to the Unit Clinical Manager/Director. Pool employees receive compensation and a range of benefits, including a retirement plan, pool differential, sick leave, shift differential, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a nursing program.
Graduate of an accredited nursing assistant program.
High school diploma or GED.
Active Washington certified nursing assistant license.
Eligible to obtain Medical Assistant: Registered certification where applicable; application is completed during the hiring process.
Basic computer skills, including Windows navigation, mouse usage, keyboarding, email communication, and password management.
Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform related assignments and tasks to promote positive visitor, family, and staff relations.
Provide compassionate, high-quality patient care; promptly report observed changes in patient condition or behavior to the nurse and complete care tasks in a timely manner.
Perform or assist with duties within the CNA Scope of Practice under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff according to hospital and unit policies.
Provide care routines according to established nursing procedures to ensure patient comfort and safety.
Accurately and promptly take and record vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, and other applicable measurements; report variations from normal to the RN in charge.
Obtain finger-stick blood glucose measurements when delegated by the RN, except in areas where this is prohibited.
Prepare patients for meals, assist with feeding when necessary, and distribute fresh water and other nourishment according to patient needs.
Assist patients with elimination needs.
Ambulate and transfer patients using proper body mechanics and patient safety techniques.
Assist the nurse with treatment procedures as needed.
Document accurately and promptly in the patient medical record.
Actively participate in quality improvement programs.
Follow Confluence Health and Central Washington Hospital/Wenatchee Valley Hospital policies and applicable unit standards.
Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.