CNA Ortho Surg

OrthoColorado Hospital • Lakewood, CO

1d • $18 - $28

About The Position

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at OrthoColorado Hospital, you will provide essential direct and indirect nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, following established policies and procedures. You will perform patient-care tasks, support nursing staff, and contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered team. The role calls for a strong work ethic, compassion, effective teamwork, and a commitment to practicing at the top of your license. The hospital is Colorado's only orthopedic specialty hospital, located on the St. Anthony Medical Campus. It has a 48-bed inpatient unit, including six intermediate care beds, and eight operating rooms. Its care teams are specialty trained in orthopedics.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a Nursing Assistant Program.
• State-registered CNA license.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of previous CNA or healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality 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 in a timely manner to the Registered Nurse.
• Document vital signs, input/output, nutritional intake, personal hygiene, weights, and other care performed; promptly report findings to the Registered Nurse.
• Maintain patient charts and records thoroughly and confidentially.
• Assist with safe and appropriate delegated patient-care tasks under the direct supervision of the nurse.
• Provide person-centered care with sensitivity and respect for the human experience, collaborating with other team members.
• Communicate concerns about patient-related hazards or errors to the health care team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED