NA/CNA, Watkins 1

Heywood Hospital•Gardner, MA

5d•$20 - $30

About The Position

The C.N.A. acts as a vital member of the patient care delivery team, performing delegated nursing duties, environmental service duties, and food service duties to enhance the satisfaction level of hospitalized patients. The role provides patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse and in accordance with standards of care, practice, protocols, and established policies and procedures. This is a per-diem position with variable hours, Sunday through Saturday, and a minimum commitment of 16 hours per month.

Requirements

High school diploma preferred.
AHA CPR certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
MOAB class must be completed within 60 days of hire.
Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification, or at least 75 hours in an accredited nursing program including completion of the first rotation, or active EMT or Paramedic certification, or active Patient Care Technician/Assistant certification, or active Home Health Aide certification.
Successful completion of a Nurse Aide program, or previous Massachusetts CNA licensure for Nurse Aide or equivalent out-of-state licensure.
At least 1 year of experience in a long-term care facility.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma.
Med/Surg experience.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse and according to applicable standards, protocols, policies, and procedures.
Collect basic health data as directed by a licensed nurse.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, toileting, nutrition, ambulation, bathing, shampooing, shaving, and oral care.
Prioritize patient care appropriately, seek assistance when needed, and recognize the need for emergency intervention.
Respect patients as individuals and provide care that fosters dignity and positive self-regard.
Document pertinent patient information thoroughly, accurately, and on time according to established standards.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and identify or remove safety hazards.
Provide timely and thorough information about assigned patients to the supervising licensed nurse and other healthcare team members.
Participate in learning activities for self and colleagues, attend educational programs and in-services, and assist with orientation of new staff.
Identify patient-safety risks and opportunities to reduce healthcare errors, including reporting errors and incidents appropriately.
Obtain patient heights and weights according to the care plan.
Assist patients with ambulation, turning in bed, and transfers between bed, stretcher, or chair using appropriate techniques and equipment.
Provide incontinent care.
Assist patients with eating and drinking according to the care plan.
Measure and document fluid intake, output, and vital signs according to the care plan.
Assist with obtaining late trays as needed.
Maintain infection-control precautions according to policy.
Clean food refrigerators weekly and maintain unit food inventory daily.
Prepare rooms for incoming patients by cleaning and making beds.