CNA, Hospital - Inpatient Medical (0.6 FTE)

Billings Clinic•Billings, MT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of a licensed nurse, the Certified Nursing Assistant assists in delivering patient/resident care. The CNA works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary care team to address the physical, psychosocial, educational, and spiritual needs of patients/residents and their families. This is a part-time position at 0.6 FTE, or 48 hours every two weeks, in Inpatient Medical at Billings Clinic Hospital. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, and weekends. The position is non-exempt, with a starting wage of $17.00–$21.25 depending on experience, and may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Using a holistic approach, the CNA provides basic nursing care and treatments within their scope of practice as directed by a licensed nurse and in accordance with the patient’s goal-directed plan of care. The role includes documenting care and patient information, following safety practices, supporting quality improvement, and communicating compassionately with patients, families, visitors, and the interdisciplinary team. The CNA also acts as a resource and role model, maintains required competencies and education, and performs other duties as needed. Billings Clinic is a community-owned, not-for-profit, physician-led health system based in Billings, Montana, with more than 4,700 employees, over 550 physicians and non-physician providers, an integrated multi-specialty group practice, and a 304-bed hospital. It is recognized for nursing excellence as a Magnet-designated organization. The organization describes its culture as valuing kindness, safety, and courage and is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Six months of clinical experience providing patient/resident care in a health care institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient/resident care under the general supervision of a licensed nurse.
Provide basic nursing care and treatments within scope of practice as directed by the licensed nurse and in accordance with the goal-directed plan of care.
Document care accurately and promptly in the patient medical record, including activities of daily living, vital signs, intake and output, and hourly rounding, as indicated by patient need and documentation guidelines.
Follow Billings Clinic safety standards, policies, and practices; identify problems or safety issues and initiate appropriate action.
Use performance improvement principles to assess and improve the quality of patient/resident care, and support the Magnet Model of quality nursing care.
Communicate collaboratively, supportively, and compassionately with patients/residents, families, visitors, and the interdisciplinary care team.
Act as a resource, role model, and mentor; respond to questions and assist with problem resolution.
Identify personal growth and development needs and meet system, departmental, and continuing education requirements.
Meet mandatory organizational and departmental requirements and maintain competency in applicable standards.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed to meet department and organizational needs.