Certified Nursing Assistant - Acute Care

Trinity Health • Silver Spring, MD

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) on the Kaiser 7 West Acute Care Unit works under the delegated authority and supervision of a registered nurse. The CNA performs nursing functions within their scope of practice and assists the nurse in collecting data for nursing assessments. The role provides quality patient care, implements procedures and programs, coordinates work within and across departments, reports pertinent information to the immediate supervisor, responds to inquiries, and supports department operations.

The CNA assists patients with activities of daily living and supports care procedures, applies care products appropriately, and sets up respiratory and cardiac equipment. The employee may also perform Health Unit Coordinator duties as assigned. This is a full-time position scheduled for 36 hours weekly on 12-hour night shifts.

Requirements

• Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification.
• Current knowledge of nursing skills within the CNA's scope of practice.
• Computer and audiovisual skills using applications and technologies such as the internet, email, word processing, wireless phones, and pagers.
• Ability to obtain and retrieve data.
• Ability to read, speak, write, compose, and comprehend English effectively.
• Effective eye-hand coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize.
• Ability to work well with individuals and groups.

Nice To Haves

• One year of hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with eating, bathing, dressing, mobility, and toileting.
• Support care procedures, including catheter care, sitz baths, and colostomy care.
• Apply care products such as compression devices and restraints appropriately.
• Set up respiratory and cardiac equipment, including oxygen, suction, EKGs, and incentive spirometry.
• Function in CNA and Health Unit Coordinator roles as assigned.
• Promote early ambulation and independence in activities of daily living.
• Coordinate work within the department and with other departments.
• Report pertinent information to the immediate supervisor, respond to inquiries or requests for information, and assist with tasks supporting department operations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Mental health benefits.
• Paid time off.
• 403(b).
• Education assistance.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, accident insurance, and hospital indemnity.
• Flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• DailyPay Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED