Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - TCU

Health First Careers • Palm Bay, FL

12d

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) delivers quality care and service by organizing unit activities, coordinating and relaying information to health care team members, patients, and families accurately and promptly, and assisting licensed personnel with direct nursing care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The CNA provides basic care in a clean and safe environment, supports effective teamwork, and helps contribute to a positive patient experience.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Certified Nursing Assistant course and scheduled to take the Florida State exam.
• Obtain and maintain Florida Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) licensure within 120 days of the start date, or hold CNA licensure in another U.S. state and seek Florida licensure within 120 days of the start date.
• Complete and maintain an American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card before the start date.
• Obtain additional certifications as determined by unit assignment.
• Speak, understand, and respond to written and verbal instructions in English.
• Be proficient with computer software applications, such as MS Office and electronic medical records.
• Work in potentially stressful environments with patients and families of varying ages and levels of understanding.
• Demonstrate dependability, reliability, and flexibility.
• Concentrate on multiple priority activities.
• Respond appropriately in life-threatening situations.
• Think critically to solve problems or escalate concerns for assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver basic patient care as directed in a clean and safe environment, completing assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with health care team members and promote effective team functioning.
• Access IV solutions, authorized medications, and supplies as needed for patient care responsibilities.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment and use and care for equipment and supplies economically.
• Collect, record, and report accurate patient information.
• Perform routine procedures competently and assist other associates to maintain productivity.
• Serve patients and families with sensitivity and respect for their needs, expectations, age, cultural background, and individual differences.
• Contribute to patient experience through positive patient satisfaction, purposeful hourly rounding, and bedside shift reports.
• Make suggestions that support the positive financial performance of the unit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed