Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First•Clinton, MD

19d

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant locates and triages patients, obtains vital signs, assesses patient conditions, and prepares patients for examinations and treatment by Physicians and Nurses. The role supports clinical care through electronic medical record use, lab and phlebotomy duties, instrument sterilization, supply management, and assistance with patient treatment. It also includes maintaining treatment areas and equipment, completing laundry and assigned checklists, attending scheduled staff meetings and training, and responding to center needs. The CNA works collaboratively with clinical staff, provides warm and professional service, follows established policies and applicable OSHA guidelines, and may be required to work at any center due to staffing or center emergencies or reduced staffing. Breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted to provide necessary patient care or maintain center operations.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Minimum typing experience.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
Ability to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods, possibly 4 to 7 hours at a time.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Willingness to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience in a hospital or physician’s office is preferred.

Responsibilities

Locate patients and obtain accurate vital signs using visual and auditory measures.
Triage patients and assess their medical condition.
Prepare patients for physicals and medical treatment by Physicians and Nurses.
Understand and use the electronic medical record system.
Order lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the Nurse and/or Physician when a patient is ready for examination, communicate symptoms, and relay questions about lab or x-ray needs.
Assist Nurses and Physicians with patient treatment and care.
Respond respectfully and promptly to Physician and Nurse requests.
Perform assigned lab duties and phlebotomy procedures.
Sterilize and set up instruments.
Receive and store supplies and restock treatment rooms as needed.
Report to the Charge Nurse before leaving at the end of the shift.
Follow ancillary guidelines and established policies and procedures.
Maintain treatment-area cleanliness, perform biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and complete other directed maintenance assignments.
Wash, dry, fold, and restock laundry; maintain the washing machine and dryer lint trap.
Attend staff meetings scheduled by the Nurse Supervisor or DMS.
Operate, use, and maintain medical and office equipment as trained.
Complete assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift.
Assist as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
Foster teamwork and contribute to a positive, professional atmosphere.
Provide positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions.
Understand and perform duties as assigned.
Attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills.
Work at any center when required due to staffing or center emergencies or reduced staffing.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
Disability, life, and long-term care insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending accounts.
401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Paid Annual Leave.
Volunteer Time Off Pay.
Bereavement Leave.
Emergency Leave Bank.
Overtime pay.
Holiday pay.
Double-time compensation for holidays worked.
Discounted medical treatment at any Patient First location for employees and immediate family.
Recruitment bonus.
Patient Care Performance bonus for center employees.
Weekend bonus for center employees.