Certified Nursing Assistant - Long Term Care

SSM Health • WI-St Francis Home, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in performing a variety of nursing care services for patients in a long term care setting. This role is part of the Long Term Care department at SSM Health St. Francis Home, located at 33 Everett St., Fond du Lac, WI 54935. The position is PRN (as needed) and requires a Wisconsin State-issued CNA Certification.

Requirements

• Completion of an approved nurse aide training program.
• Passing grade on state of work location required exam.
• Wisconsin State-issued CNA Certification.
• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of hearing and speech for oral communication.
• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and alarms.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry.
• Frequent use of vision for near and far distances and to identify colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive movements.
• Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional lifting/moving patients.
• Occasional use of smell to detect odors.
• Occasional driving.

Nice To Haves

• Employees younger than 18 years old may not operate a lift without assistance from a coworker at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Receives patient care assignment from the registered nurse (RN) in charge and initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence.
• Collects and documents data for admission assessment and reassessment, and documents patient's response to care or treatment.
• Contributes to safety and quality care by relaying information via charting and communicating with team members.
• Informs licensed nurse of any changes in patient condition/needs, complaints, or educational needs.
• Answers patient calls, takes vital signs, monitors behavior and physical condition, and assists with personal care tasks such as bathing, ambulating, feeding, skin care, and hygiene.
• Performs dressing changes, enemas, ostomy care, toileting, turning, cough and deep breathing, catheter care, and collects biological specimens.
• Measures and records intake and output of fluids.
• Competent in the use of lifts, tubs, scales, and other equipment.
• Prepares patients for discharge and accompanies them as indicated.
• Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment, utilizing time and supplies economically.
• Assists with delegated clerical duties such as answering telephones, relaying messages, and preparing patient records.
• Orients new patients and significant others to the nursing unit.
• Performs mechanical and manual operation of equipment, recognizing common mechanical problems and initiating corrective action.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday through DailyPay (fees may apply).
• Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed