Clinical Assistant Level 2

Stamford Health•Stamford, CT

4d•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. Available Hours: Full-time (three 12-hour shifts/week, rotating weekends) or Part-time (two 12-hour shifts/week, rotating weekends) Available Shifts: Day (7am - 7:30pm) and Night (7pm - 7:30am)

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

communicating with patients via two-way audio to prevent unsafe behaviors and conditions
creating a relationship with the patient to enhance care and communication
streamlining the care process
utilizing appropriate resources to plan and provide services that are safe, effective and financially responsible
assisting patients with transfer and ambulation, which may involve lifting, pushing and pulling patients