Certified Nursing Assistant -Medical/Oncology CNA

Confluence Health•Wenatchee, WA

About The Position

This pool position is for students currently enrolled in nursing school and has no guarantee of hours. Employees must work a minimum of 72 hours per quarter. The Certified Nursing Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care, and helps maintain a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse responsible for the patient and/or unit. The position may also serve as a Bedside Assistant, observing, interacting with, and providing care to patients requiring 1:1 supervision. The position reports to the Unit Clinical Manager/Director. It is an hourly, non-exempt role in acute care nursing. Active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification must be maintained.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in nursing school.
Work a minimum of 72 hours per quarter.
Graduate of an accredited nursing assistant program.
High school diploma or GED.
Active Washington certified CNA 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 that promote positive relations with visitors, families, and staff.
Provide high-quality, compassionate patient care; promptly report observed changes in patient condition or behavior to the nurse and complete care tasks on time.
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 in accordance with 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 as delegated by the RN, except in areas where this is prohibited.
Prepare patients for meals, assist with feeding when needed, 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance.