CNA - Primary Care Tech (Nights)

ST JOHNS HEALTH•Jackson, WY

7d•$24 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the primary RN and supervision of the charge RN, and in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members, the CNA - Primary Care Tech delivers individualized, patient-centered care in accordance with the PCU scope of service and the applicable Wyoming CNA or EMS provider license. The role is based on-site at the St. John’s Health campus or other facilities and may float to other clinical units. The work takes place in a hospital medical/surgical unit and may involve frequent stressful situations. The position supports patient care, room readiness, equipment care, and communication at the nurses’ station. It requires standing and walking for 75% of the time, irregular hours and meals or breaks, intermittent computer use, and the ability to lift, push, pull, and move patients, equipment, and supplies, including lifting up to 50 pounds. The role reports to the Clinical Manager RN PCU and has no direct reports.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited CNA, Emergency Medicine Technician, or Paramedic course.
Effective and professional communication skills.
Good customer service skills.
Current Wyoming CNA license, Wyoming EMS provider license, or Wyoming Paramedic license.
Current BLS certification at time of hire.
CPI certification within six months of hire.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and move patients, equipment, and supplies, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
Ability to meet job requirements involving sight and hearing.
Ability to work on-site at the St. John’s Health campus or other facilities.

Responsibilities

Assist with PCU admissions by preparing rooms and initiating vital signs, height and weight measurements, and whiteboards.
Provide morning, evening, and other personal care as needed throughout the shift.
Take vital signs, record intake and output, and measure height and weight as directed by the RN.
Assist patients with mobility, positioning, and meals, using proper body mechanics and assistive equipment; order room service, assist or feed patients as needed, and pick up food trays.
Make patient rounds, anticipate needs, answer call lights, and page in a timely manner.
Discuss and follow the plan of care developed collaboratively with the RN.
Assist with discharge processes as directed by the RN.
Collect specimens using two patient identifiers and transport them to the proper areas as directed.
Promptly report observed changes in patient condition or behavior to the RN or charge RN.
Use universal precautions for all patients and specific isolation precautions as needed.
Handle and care for patients’ personal property from admission through discharge.
Report malfunctioning equipment and other problems to management; clean equipment between patients as needed and keep hallways clear.
Round on empty rooms to ensure they are ready for occupancy.
Answer phones and call lights at the nurses’ station and relay messages.
Relieve the secretary for breaks and meals.
May float to other clinical units as needed.