Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First•White Marsh, MD

9d•$20 - $22

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant supports patient care in a clinical center by locating patients, obtaining vital signs, triaging and assessing patients, and preparing them for examinations and treatment by physicians and nurses. The role includes using the electronic medical record system, communicating patient needs and questions to clinical staff, assisting with treatment, performing assigned laboratory work and phlebotomy, and sterilizing and setting up instruments. The CNA also orders and manages supplies, restocks treatment rooms, maintains clean treatment areas and completes biological cleanup according to OSHA guidelines, handles laundry, and operates and maintains medical and office equipment. The position requires completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks, attending scheduled staff meetings and CPR classes and code drills, and reporting to the Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of a shift. The employee must be available to help as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted, and may be asked to work at any center in response to staffing or center emergencies or reduced work. The role also involves fostering teamwork and providing warm, friendly, professional service.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Minimum typing experience.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification 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

Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office 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.
Use the electronic medical record system.
Order laboratory, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the Nurse and/or Physician when a patient is ready for examination, communicate symptoms, and relay questions about laboratory or x-ray needs.
Assist Nurses and Physicians with patient treatment and care, and respond respectfully and promptly to their requests.
Perform laboratory duties as assigned and perform 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 cleanliness of the treatment area and complete biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, along with 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.
Remain available to assist as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere; provide warm, friendly service in all interactions.
Perform all 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.