CNA

PIONEERS MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE DISTRICT•Brawley, CA

20d

About The Position

A CNA performs duties related to patient care and comfort under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel. This role involves providing basic care, managing resources effectively, maintaining accurate documentation, fostering positive interpersonal relationships, responding promptly to patient needs, and ensuring a neat and orderly work environment. Attendance at mandatory CPR classes and orientation, as well as a minimum of six unit staff meetings and in-services, is required. The CNA will also participate in quality improvement initiatives and keep the RN and LVN informed of any changes in patient conditions or requests.

Requirements

RN and LVN students after successful completion of the first semester of clinical training.
Current CPR certification.
CNA license in the State of California.

Nice To Haves

Previous clinical experience in a patient care setting preferred, with successful completion of orientation and training to the point of competence.

Responsibilities

Provides basic care as directed to include bathing, feeding, assistance with feedings, assistance with activities and hygiene.
Demonstrates proficiency in managing resources, following policies and procedures, utilizing equipment in a safe manner. Actively contributes to cost controls by managing time, resources and supplies effectively.
Documentation in the Patient Record will be legible at all times. Maintains accurate documentation as appropriate including graphic and I&O sheets.
Maintains positive and caring interpersonal relationships with patient, families, and fellow employees.
Answers call lights and responds to patient requests promptly. Demonstrates competence in taking vital signs, measuring I&O, etc.
Ensures that utility room, kitchen, pantries, supply rooms and nurses lounge are maintained in a neat and orderly fashion.
Attendance at CPR Class and orientation are mandatory. Attends 75%, a minimum of six, unit staff meetings, and in-services.
Participates in QC/QI issues as required.
Keeps RN and LVN informed of changes in patients’ conditions or patients’ requests. Completes assignments given by team leader, cleaning, checking department equipment, etc.
Able to adapt to change in workload. Able to perform in a precise and accurate manner in handling priority tasks.
Care for the geriatric patient with knowledge and clinical skills of the aging process.
Care for the pediatric patient with knowledge and skills of the growth and development process.
Acts as patient advocate for patient rights by initiating and maintaining confidentiality, privacy and safety for the patient.
Accepts constructive criticism and incorporates suggestions into practice.
Supports and promotes safety standards, identifies risk situations and intervenes appropriately.
Knowledge and ability to apply ethical and legal principles to practice.
Current knowledge of Standard Precautions in dealing with potential exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.
Organizes work and completes assignments in a timely manner.
Functions within limits of state Nurse Practice Act, hospital and nursing department policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned from time to time.