Certified Nursing Assistant- Full-Time Days

Townsen Memorial Hospital • Humble, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Townsen Memorial Hospital is looking for a Certified Nursing Assistant to join their team. The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for admitting the patient to the clinical area and providing nursing care to the post-operative patient, as well as, developing a nursing care plan specifically designed for the individual patient. The staffing of the Center is based on a teamwork concept. Employees may be cross trained in other clinical areas and may be expected to perform duties other than their normal ones as staffing and patient needs change.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school and certification (CNA)
• Previous post-surgical care experience
• Current BLS
• Practices nursing within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act of Texas and accepts responsibility and accountability for own actions
• Knowledge of vital sign monitor operation
• Basic knowledge and understanding of nursing diagnosis
• Knowledge of Principles of Standard Precautions
• Knowledge of Nursing care for the post-surgical patient
• Possesses appropriate communication skills to practice collaborative nursing
• Ability to adapt to unexpected changes, effectively acclimate to various work schedules to achieve high quality of care
• Ability to respond quickly, physically, and mentally when priorities and/or the patient’s condition changes
• Ability to use a structured format for regular communication with patients and family
• Ability to use downtime effectively, help and respond positively to request for assistance from team members
• Compliance with facility policies and procedures
• Compliance with continuing and mandatory education programs

Responsibilities

• Ensures supplies and equipment needed are available and in good working order
• Assists with admitting the patient to the unit and prepares him/her for the scheduled procedure
• Completes patient care responsibilities in a timely manner with accurate documentation
• Implements doctor’s orders in a timely and accurate manner
• Educates patients and family
• Provides patient and family members emotional support as necessary
• Documents patient care delivered, accurately in the medical record
• Maintains established Center/Departmental policies and procedures
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and Center related business
• Develops and maintains an effective working relationship with patients, families, visitors, and center employees
• Documents concisely, precisely, and accurately on all records or documents as indicated by policy
• Participates in Quality Assessment activities as directed for the continuous improvement of patient care and Center business
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• 3 Medical Plans
• 2 Dental Plans
• 2 Vision Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plan
• 401(k) with a 2-year vesting
• PTO + Holidays

What This Job Offers

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