CNA, Med Surg

DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL•Duncan, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNA provides compassionate care to individuals and families under the direction of a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN). This position requires respirator and fit testing. Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals. As a condition of employment, vaccinations are required per DRH Policy. Medical and Religious Exemptions are available upon request.

Requirements

Communication skills including fluency in oral and written English.
Basic computer skills including the ability to send/receive email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information tools.
Ability to remain flexible to quickly adapt to urgent situations.
Ability to adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to accomplish the requirements of the position.
Must be able to take call and respond within 60 minutes.
Completion of an approved Oklahoma Nurse Aide Training program, or previous health care related experience, or other related experience or training.
Certification by the Oklahoma State Health Department and registration as a Certified Nurse Aide.
American Heart Association BLS required; May have up to 30 days from date of hire or transfer to earn BLS.
For those positions requiring travel, a current valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
Applicants for this position cannot test positive in pre-employment drug tests (or any drug tests administered after employment begins) for the presence of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a psychoactive component of cannabis. This is true even if the applicant is in possession of a valid medical marijuana card that otherwise allows the license-holder to legally use and consume medical marijuana.
Team Members in “Safety-Sensitive” positions are not permitted to test positive for the presence of THC in any pre-employment drug test, or any other drug test administered after employment begins.
This position requires respirator and fit testing.

Responsibilities

Provides patient care, under the direction of the registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN), which may include but is not limited to turning, moving, or ambulating patients, gathering medical supplies, bathing and grooming patients by brushing their hair, teeth, shaving them, etc., feeding patients and documenting their food and liquid intake, checking vital signs, finger sticks, answering patient call lights, cleaning rooms and bed linens, stocking supplies, assisting with some medical procedures, and transporting patients.
Accurately follow unit workflow guide listing duties to be performed during each shift.
May be required to perform as a Sitter. Sitter role may require floating to other units.
Protects patients and team members by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Documents patient care services timely and accurately.
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Ensures operation of equipment by verifying preventive maintenance requirements are completed, calling for repairs, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information and participating in team problem-solving methods.
Regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts.
Appropriately adapts assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the physical, cultural, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each person served.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities including internal and external educational offerings.
Must adhere to safety protocols at all times.
Utilization of assistive devices for lifting is mandatory.
Per DRH policy, all required conditions of employment must be met and maintained including required vaccinations.
Implement DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
Performs other related duties as assigned.