Certified Nursing Assistant / CNA Med Surg

Portneuf Health•Pocatello, ID

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) works on the Medical/Surgical unit at Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, Idaho, on the night shift. In partnership with registered nurses, the CNA supports safe, caring patient care by completing delegated tasks under RN supervision, monitoring and documenting patient information, responding to patient needs, and assisting with activities of daily living. The role may also include patient transport, housekeeping, clerical support, and maintaining unit records and routine supplies. Portneuf Medical Center is a 205-bed regional medical center and Level II Trauma Center, with a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, adult intensive care unit, and a range of specialty and acute care services.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current CNA certification in the State of Idaho.
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and before providing direct patient care.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical terminology.
One year of experience in acute or long-term care.

Responsibilities

Work in partnership with registered nurses to support care in a safe patient environment that promotes caring and healing.
Use basic knowledge and skills to communicate appropriately and perform delegated patient tasks under RN supervision.
Document data as directed and report observations and patient concerns to the registered nurse.
Observe safety precautions, including keeping call lights within reach and using bed alarms, side rails, low bed positioning, and seat belts as appropriate.
Obtain and record patients’ vital signs.
Monitor patients, report their condition at regular intervals and before the end of the shift, and promptly report concerning signs or symptoms.
Accurately document observations and interventions in the medical record.
Respond promptly to call lights.
Assist patients with mobility and activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and eating.
Provide basic patient transport and housekeeping duties as needed.
Participate in Purposeful Hourly Rounding and Bedside Shift Report as directed.
Perform assigned direct and indirect patient care duties and provide clerical support to the unit as needed.
Maintain unit records and order or stock routine unit supplies.