CNA - Emergency Room - Full Time - Nights

Sierra View Medical•Porterville, CA

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant performs assigned patient-care activities according to established policies and procedures. The role serves patients of all ages, from newborns through geriatric patients, and includes monitoring vital signs, providing hygiene and comfort, assisting with procedures, meeting nutritional needs, and documenting care. The CNA works collaboratively with the care team, identifies and communicates patient needs and changes in condition, and follows hospital policies and patient-safety goals. The position requires scheduled hours that may include holidays, call-backs, weeknights, weekends, and on-call work. The employee must also participate as directed in emergencies and community disasters and report perceived misconduct or potential violations of applicable standards.

Requirements

Current Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A.) licensure in the state of California, maintained throughout employment.
BLS certification maintained or obtained during orientation before hands-on patient care.
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification maintained or obtained within one year of assignment to the department.
Ability to read and understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence if required.
Ability to speak English, write legibly, and read, understand, and follow directions.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including metric-system proportions and percentages, if required.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to work under pressure, meet multiple and sometimes competing deadlines, and cooperate with colleagues and supervisors.
Ability to work scheduled hours that may include holidays, call-backs, weeknights, weekends, and on-call.

Responsibilities

Cooperate in team planning and carry out assigned patient-care tasks effectively and safely.
Obtain and interpret information about patient needs and apply knowledge of growth, development, and appropriate treatment across patient groups.
Transport patients between hospital and nursing units, including to diagnostic services and upon discharge.
Assist patients with ambulation and positioning using safe body mechanics.
Provide basic care, including feeding, bathing, hair shampooing, shaving, oral care, Foley and perineal care, diaper changes, toileting, and measuring output.
Measure routine and post-operative vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature.
Set up food trays, feed adults, children, and infants, and document intake.
Provide and prepare equipment and supplies for patients, rooms, or procedures; make beds and stock designated carts and rooms.
Obtain, prepare, and transport specimens to the laboratory with the appropriate laboratory slips.
Monitor and document patient care as directed, promptly report variances, and notify the RN of patient concerns or changes in condition.
Perform unit-specific duties, assist with daily supply counts, and help the Unit Clerk assemble patient records.
Identify and anticipate patient needs; coordinate with the RN to address them and communicate pertinent patient information throughout the shift.
Participate in adherence to the Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals for Hospitals as defined by the scope of practice.
Document care in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
Participate as directed in emergencies and community disasters during scheduled and unscheduled hours.
Report perceived misconduct, including actual or potential violations of laws, regulations, policies, procedures, or organizational standards.