Certified Nursing Assistant - Resource CNA

Confluence Health•Wenatchee, WA

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care, and helps maintain a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse responsible for the patient and/or unit. The CNA may also serve as a Bedside Assistant, observing, interacting with, and caring for patients who require 1:1 supervision. The position requires an active Washington certified CNA license, graduation from an accredited nursing assistant program, and a high school diploma or GED. The CNA must maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification and have basic computer skills. The role is classified as hourly and non-exempt, and reports to the Unit Clinical Manager/Director.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing assistant program.
High school diploma or GED.
Active Washington certified CNA license.
Eligible to obtain Medical Assistant - Registered certification where applicable; application is completed during the hiring process.
Basic computer skills, including Windows navigation, mouse usage, keyboarding, email communication, and password management.
Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform related assignments and tasks to promote positive visitor, family, and staff relations.
Provide compassionate, high-quality patient care; promptly report observed changes in patient condition or behavior to the nurse and complete care tasks on time.
Perform or assist with duties within the CNA Scope of Practice under the direction of the Registered Nurse, following established care procedures to support patient comfort and safety.
Accurately and promptly take and record vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, and other applicable measurements; report variations from normal to the RN in charge.
Obtain finger-stick blood glucose when delegated by the RN, except in areas where this is prohibited.
Prepare patients for meals, assist with feeding as needed, and distribute fresh water and other nourishment according to patient needs.
Assist patients with elimination needs.
Ambulate and transfer patients using proper body mechanics and patient-safety techniques.
Assist the nurse with treatment procedures as needed.
Document accurately and promptly in the patient medical record.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff according to hospital and unit policies.
Participate actively in quality improvement programs.
Follow applicable Confluence Health and hospital policies and unit standards.
Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance.
Perform other duties as assigned.