Certified Nursing Assistant, AM

AltaPointe Health•Mobile, AL

About The Position

Would you like to be part of a well-established healthcare organization that is genuinely making a positive impact in our communities? Become a member of our team now! This week, AltaPointe is organizing a hiring event. Explore our job opportunities at AltaPointe.org, submit your online application, and then join us for Open Interviews to meet with a recruiter in person! Experience is not required, as we have positions available at all levels.Thursday, January 22nd– 3030 Knollwood Drive in Mobile from 10 am – 2 pm Our children's hospital serves children ages 5 to 12 years and adolescent’s ages 13 to 19 years who are in psychiatric crisis. Children whose behaviors are life threatening, destructive or disabling or that require 24-hour monitoring and assessment meet criteria for admission. The program provides assessment and stabilization of psychiatric symptoms. The goal of treatment is to promote the highest level of functioning through an individualized treatment plan. The focus is on returning consumers to their homes or to the least restrictive level of care as quickly as possible, with comprehensive aftercare plans. The estimated stay in this BayPointe program is three to ten days. CNA’s in the hospital setting perform daily tasks of obtaining vital signs, obtaining accuchecks, performing EKG’s as needed in addition to basic observation and monitoring of consumer(s) on assigned unit. CNA’s also provide patient care for totally dependent consumers and also demonstrate the ability to deescalate a crisis situation through use of mindset principles while effectively communicating with other staff members.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED and current Certified Nursing Assistant in Alabama required.

Responsibilities

Performs daily task of vital signs, blood sugar testing, Intakes & Outputs, EKG’s, and assisting consumers with activities of daily living (i.e. baths, positioning, feeding) under the direction of an licensed nurse
Provides ongoing monitoring and interaction with the consumers
Provides daily assessment of consumer’s behavior and records and submits information according to policy and standards
Assists consumers with personal care, activities, current events and safety issues
Provides training on basic living skills according to the consumer’s psychiatric rehabilitation goals.
Demonstrates the ability to recognize the elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve the situation
Effectively collaborates with the treatment team member
Demonstrates willingness to work on any unit at BayPointe/EastPointe based on facility needs
Models appropriate behavior including but not limited to communication skills, grooming, manners, etc.
Meets AltaPointe Productivity standards.
Provides one to one coverage to consumers on special status as assigned.
Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
Reports accident or driving violations to supervisor and human resources
Accepts and employs suggestions for improvement
Actively works to enhance skills
Documents in a timely fashion per AltaPointe policy
Documents in a clear and concise manner the types of consumers’ problems, daily progress notes, progress on BLSs, treatment goals addressed, and services provided
Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities
Actively participates in AltaPointe committees as required
Follows AltaPointe policies and procedures
Attends appropriate in-service trainings and workshops
Seeks supervision and consultation as needed.
Documents legibly
Documents activities performed
Treats consumers with care, dignity and compassion
Respects consumers’ privacy and confidentiality
Is pleasant and cooperative with others
Assists consumers and visitors as needed
Personal values don’t inhibit ability to relate and care for others
Is sensitive to the consumers’ needs, expectations and individual differences
Is gentle and calm with consumers and families
Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner