Full-time CNA - Intermediate Care (Days or Nights)

Stamford Health•Stamford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Stamford Hospital is seeking a Clinical Assistant-CNA to join our team! The CNA will serve as a first line of action by communicating with patients via two-way audio to prevent unsafe behaviors and conditions. This position creates a relationship with the patient to enhance care and communication, and to streamline that care process wherever possible. Utilizes the appropriate resources to plan and provide services that are safe, effective and financially responsible. Mobility is necessary to provide patient care. Physical effort is required to assist patients with transfer and ambulation, which may involve lifting, pushing and pulling patients. Hearing within normal range is necessary in order to properly conduct assessments. Must be able to endure prolonged periods of standing and walking.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent
BLS, Heart Saver or equivalent

Responsibilities

Communicate with patients via two-way audio to prevent unsafe behaviors and conditions.
Create a relationship with the patient to enhance care and communication.
Streamline the care process wherever possible.
Utilize appropriate resources to plan and provide services that are safe, effective and financially responsible.
Provide patient care requiring mobility.
Assist patients with transfer and ambulation, which may involve lifting, pushing and pulling patients.
Conduct assessments.