Certified Nursing Assistant | Emergency Department | PRN Days

Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated • Statesville, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for assisting with unit/patient care needs under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse. Has full access to patient health information. May have access to medication storage areas (excluding controlled substances) as related to job responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required unless a current high school student participating in the CATS program for the NC
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required through American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
• Listed with North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Division of Health Service Regulation in good standing.

Nice To Haves

• Full range of body motion to pass basic FIT test for position to include walking, kneeling, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, reaching and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with unit/patient care needs under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
• Demonstrates ability to properly perform the following as directed by the RN: change IV dressing, prime IV tubing, discontinue peripheral IV infusions.
• Demonstrates adult urinary catheterization (straight cath) using sterile technique as directed by the RN.
• Demonstrates operation of oxygen equipment as directed by the RN: setting up equipment properly, accurately reading of oxygen flow rate in patient’s room, proper placement of oxygen device on patient.
• Demonstrates wound irrigation and changing a dressing for wounds over 48 hours old as directed by the RN.
• Accurately and appropriately documents CNA+4 skills performed and reports pertinent information to the licensed nurse.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED