Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First•Aberdeen, MD

6d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) supports patient care and clinic operations by locating patients, obtaining vital signs, triaging and assessing patients, and preparing them for examinations and treatment by physicians and nurses. The CNA communicates patient symptoms and questions about laboratory or x-ray needs to clinical staff, assists with treatments, performs assigned laboratory duties and phlebotomy, and uses the electronic medical record system. The role also includes sterilizing instruments, managing and restocking supplies and treatment rooms, maintaining treatment-area cleanliness and completing biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and handling laundry. The CNA operates and maintains medical and office equipment as trained, completes assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks, attends scheduled meetings and training, and follows applicable policies and guidance. The position requires responsiveness to patient-care and center-operational needs, including possible interruptions to breaks and mealtimes, and willingness to work at any center during staffing or center emergencies or reductions in work.

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 extended 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, obtain accurate vital signs using visual and auditory measures, triage and assess patients, and prepare them 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 to their requests respectfully and promptly.
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, complete biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and perform 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.
Remain available to assist 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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 and 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.