Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First•Beltsville, MD

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) supports patient care and center operations by locating patients, obtaining vital signs, triaging and assessing patients, and preparing them for examinations and treatment. The CNA communicates patient symptoms and questions about laboratory or X-ray needs to Nurses and Physicians, assists with treatment and care, performs assigned laboratory duties and phlebotomy, and uses the electronic medical record system. The role also includes ordering and storing supplies, preparing and sterilizing instruments, restocking treatment rooms, maintaining clean treatment areas and completing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines. Additional duties include laundry, operating and maintaining medical and office equipment, completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks, attending scheduled meetings and CPR classes and code drills, and following direction from clinical leadership. The CNA is expected to provide friendly, professional service, support teamwork, and assist with patient care or center operations as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted. The position may require 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.
Minimum typing experience.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification 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; obtain accurate vital signs using visual and auditory measures; triage and assess patients; and prepare patients for physicals and medical treatment.
Use the electronic medical record system.
Order laboratory, X-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the Nurse and/or Physician when patients are 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 and established policies and procedures.
Maintain treatment-area cleanliness and complete biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, along with other assigned maintenance duties.
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.
Remain available to assist as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for necessary 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.
Attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills.
Be willing to work at any center due to a staffing or center emergency or reduction of work.