CNA Medical Surgical
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides essential direct and indirect nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, following established policies and procedures. The role supports patient-centered care by performing patient care tasks, assisting nursing staff, and collaborating with the healthcare team. The CNA is expected to practice at the top of their license and demonstrate a strong work ethic, compassion, and effective teamwork. The position is at Holy Cross Hospital Mountain Point, a 40-bed full-service hospital in Lehi, Utah County. The hospital serves the surrounding community, is a Level III trauma center and stroke receiving facility, and provides advanced surgical technologies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Graduate of a Nursing Assistant Program.
- State-registered CNA license.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of previous CNA or healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care, including comfort and hygiene measures, preventative skin care, safety measures, transport, and support for nutritional and elimination needs.
- Answer call lights promptly and respond to patient needs.
- Report patient status changes and needs accurately and promptly to the Registered Nurse.
- Document vital signs, input and output, nutritional intake, personal hygiene, weights, and other care performed; maintain thorough and confidential patient charts and records.
- Assist with safe and appropriate delegated patient care tasks under the direct supervision of the nurse.
- Provide person-centered care with sensitivity and respect, collaborating with other team members.
- Communicate concerns about patient-related hazards or errors to the healthcare team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
