CNA/LNA Med Surg Full Time Days-6013

Kingman Regional Medical Center•Kingman, AZ

11d

About The Position

The CNA Support Staff member works under the general supervision of the Clinical Director, under the clinical leadership of a Registered Nurse (RN), and in collaboration with the clinical team. The role performs clinical nursing procedures and functions within the Arizona CNA Scope of Practice, supports each patient’s care plan as determined by the health care team, and helps improve patient safety and patient experience. Employees are expected to carry out their duties in support of KHI’s vision to be the kindest, highest-quality health system in the country. The position attends to the daily living and safety needs of assigned patients and assists nursing personnel with patient-care activities and related non-professional services. Duties vary by unit and may include patient observation, rounds, bedside shift reports, admission tasks, intake and output documentation, and video-monitor support. Home Health and Hospice roles also include timely documentation and travel throughout the service area. The description applies across KHI facilities; duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice.

Requirements

At least 16 years of age if working as a CNA; at least 18 years of age if working as an LNA.
High school diploma or equivalent if providing point-of-care (POC) testing.
Previous Nursing Assistant experience or successful completion of a Nursing Assistant certification program.
Current and valid Certified Nursing Assistant certification if working as a CNA.
Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
For Pediatrics: complete a two-week pediatric orientation and annual pediatric competency requirements.
For Home Health: obtain a Level One fingerprint clearance card, or submit an application, within 20 days of hire; hold a current and valid Arizona driver’s license, be at least 21 years old, and maintain a clean driving record.
For Hospice and Hospice House: obtain a Level One fingerprint clearance card, or submit an application, within 20 days of hire; hold a current and valid Arizona driver’s license, be at least 21 years old, maintain a clean driving record, and hold a current and valid Arizona Food Handlers Card.
Distinguish appropriate colors if providing POC testing.
Handle multiple priorities simultaneously and demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
Assist with moving an adult patient weighing up to 300 pounds.
Stand, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach while working with patients for the entire shift; be able to sit, stand, and walk for 3–5 hours per day.
Care for patients with infectious diseases and in a variety of settings.
Proficiently use office equipment, including phones, computers, fax machines, printers, copiers, and scanners.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an LNA or CNA in a related unit’s field.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

Attend to the daily living and safety needs of an assigned group of patients.
Assist registered nursing personnel with patient care activities and related non-professional services.
Coordinate with other departments to provide timely, effective care consistent with patients’ needs, choices, and preferences.
Obtain and record vital signs, heights, and weights according to policy.
Meet patients’ personal hygiene and basic needs in a timely manner; ensure comfort and that necessary supplies are available and within reach.
Keep patient environments safe and tidy, and provide care appropriate to the patient’s age.
Communicate effectively with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, using appropriate methods such as play, written communication, and picture boards.
Report changes in patient condition, abnormal values, and patient or family concerns and complaints to the nurse, charge nurse, or supervisor.
Apply AIDET and other evidence-based behaviors.
Participate in process-improvement and quality-assurance initiatives as requested.
Follow infection-control procedures and perform permitted skin-care interventions and treatments.
Maintain patient and staff confidentiality and assist with new-staff orientation as requested.
Under an RN’s direction, maintain continuous visual and proximal contact with assigned patients, provide basic comfort services, maintain a safe environment, accompany patients during transportation for tests or procedures, and document on appropriate forms.
Maintain the educational and training requirements for Unit Coordinator duties where applicable, and regularly update patient communication boards.
Perform hourly patient rounds and bedside shift reports where applicable.
Account for patient belongings on admission and transfers and return them at discharge; perform designated admitting tasks and record accurate intake and output.
When assigned video-monitor backup duties, operate the video-monitor equipment, manage monitored rooms and beds, follow downtime procedures, receive assignment reports, remain at the monitor, report behavior or status changes to the nurse, document monitoring events, identify behaviors that may precede a fall, and follow procedures when a patient is not visible on the monitor.
For Home Health and Hospice, complete documentation accurately and by 8 a.m. the next day, and average at least 5–6 patients per day.
For Home Health/Hospice, travel throughout the service area in a properly insured personal vehicle.