Surgical - Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistant

Guam Regional Medical City • Dededo, GU

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The CNA assists in patient care throughout nursing areas and is responsible for the safe transport of patients via wheelchair or stretcher, dispatch services, and appropriate documentation of services. Observes any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his or her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit.

Requirements

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant licensure from the Territory of Guam.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification
• Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately.
• Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals.
• Ability to move or lift patients and equipment.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred.
• Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
• Maintains current knowledge/certification.
• Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide non-direct patient care/support services to staff under the direction of licensed personnel.
• Operates order communication system.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job‑related hazards.
• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees