Clinical Assistant Level 2

Stamford Health•Stamford, CT

About The Position

Stamford Health, a well-established, award-winning healthcare system with multiple locations in CT, is seeking a CNA to join our float pool team! As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what's needed to attract talent that will improve our workforce and support our mission. To that end, we offer: Competitive salary Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one Wellness programs Tax-deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan Tuition reimbursement Free on-site parking Job Summary: The CNA will serve as the first line of action by communicating with patients to prevent unsafe behaviors and conditions. This position creates a relationship with the patient to enhance care and communication as well as streamline that care process whenever possible. CNAs may be floated to all inpatient units except for NICU & Nursery. May be floated to the Emergency Dept, Labor & Delivery, and Psych units in a sitter capacity only. Float CNAs will also function as a NOVA monitoring tech at least once per week. This is a Full-time position. 3 shifts/week with rotating weekends, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM (day shift) or 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (night shift).

Requirements

Minimum of High School diploma, GED or equivalent required.
Must have one of the following upon hire: Active CT CNA license Enrolled in an accredited nursing program having completed core nursing curriculum for ADLs as part of clinical rotations Graduate of a foreign nursing program Graduate of an accredited nursing program, having failed board licensure (2 chances)
BLS, Heart Saver, or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

One year of CNA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care to a select group of patients and advocates on their behalf. Includes: Bathing, dressing/undressing, toileting (bed pans, urinals), oral care, grooming, and shaving as directed by licensed nurse.
Taking vitals, intake, and output as directed (Blood glucose monitoring, EKG).
Feeding, collecting and providing food as guided by licensed nurse.
Changing linens and tidying room.
Directing visitors as needed.
Observing &/or remote video monitoring as needed.
Assisting with ambulation, turning, and positioning of patient.
Provides assistance with adjunct therapies such as enemas, heat packs, ice packs, and sitz baths as needed.
Phlebotomizes as directed and to policy.
Assesses patients physical and psychosocial condition, with reports to licensed nurse.
Supports and promotes hospital-wide and unit-specific goals (e.g. Planetree, Magnet, hourly rounding, etc.)
Practices and promotes patient safety and quality of care with continual communication with licensed nurse.
Documents pertinent information, observations, and other aspects of patient care clearly, concisely, and in a timely manner.
Educate patients and family as needed.