Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Patient First•Capitol Heights, MD

8d•$20 - $23

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) locates and prepares patients for examinations and treatment, obtains vital signs, triages patients, and assesses their medical condition. The CNA communicates patient symptoms and needs to Nurses and Physicians, assists with patient care and treatment, performs assigned laboratory work and phlebotomy, and uses the electronic medical record system. The role also includes ordering and managing supplies, sterilizing instruments, maintaining treatment areas and equipment, completing laundry and other maintenance tasks, and performing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks. The CNA follows established policies and directions from clinical leadership, participates in scheduled staff meetings, supports a positive and professional atmosphere, and may be called upon to assist with patient care or center operations during breaks and mealtimes. The position may require working at any center in response to staffing or center emergencies or a reduction of work.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Be certified as a Certified Nursing Assistant by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
Have minimum typing experience.
Be able to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
Be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, possibly 4 to 7 hours at a time.
Be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Be able to attend scheduled CPR classes and code drills.
Be able to prioritize and multitask.
Be willing 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 patients; assess their medical condition; and prepare them for physicals and medical treatment.
Use the electronic medical record system.
Order lab, x-ray, and medical supplies as directed.
Notify the Nurse and/or Physician when a patient is ready for examination, communicate symptoms, and relay questions about lab 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, complete biological cleanup according to OSHA guidelines, and perform other assigned maintenance.
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 during the assigned shift.
Remain available to assist with patient care or center operations when breaks and mealtimes are interrupted.
Foster teamwork and a positive, professional atmosphere; provide warm and friendly service in all interactions.
Perform other duties as assigned.