Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First•Odenton, MD

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) locates and triages patients, obtains vital signs, assesses patients’ medical conditions, and prepares them for physicals and treatment by physicians and nurses. The role supports clinical care through patient communication, assisting with treatments, performing assigned laboratory duties and phlebotomy, sterilizing instruments, and maintaining treatment areas and supplies. The CNA uses the electronic medical record system and operates medical and office equipment as trained. The position also involves stocking supplies and treatment rooms, completing laundry and cleaning duties, biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks during the shift. The CNA reports to the Charge Nurse before leaving, attends scheduled staff meetings, follows established policies and ancillary guidelines, and supports a professional, friendly, and collaborative atmosphere. Breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted to provide patient care or maintain center operations, and the employee may be asked to work at any center in response to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
Minimum typing experience.
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 attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills.
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, assess their medical conditions, and prepare them for physicals and medical treatment by physicians and nurses.
Use the electronic medical record system.
Order laboratory tests, x-rays, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the nurse and/or physician when a patient is ready for examination, communicate symptoms, and relay questions about laboratory or x-ray needs.
Assist nurses and physicians with patient treatment and care, and respond respectfully and promptly to their requests.
Perform assigned laboratory 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, established policies, and procedures.
Maintain treatment-area cleanliness, complete biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and perform other assigned maintenance.
Wash, dry, fold, and restock laundry; keep the washing machine clean and the dryer lint trap maintained.
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.
Provide assistance as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere, and provide warm, friendly service in all interactions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Work at any center when required due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.