Nurse Assistant (CNA, PCT) - Special Care Telemetry

Hartford Healthcare•Manchester, CT

About The Position

The Nurse Aide assists patients with basic human needs and activities of daily living under the direction of an RN or LPN. The role also includes additional competencies that support coordination and collaboration of patient care. The Nurse Aide communicates accurately and clearly with patients, families, and employees, helps maintain a safe and clean environment, performs other duties as needed, and maintains an accurate medical record. The position reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
Basic computer skills.
Complete classroom education on Nurse Aide competencies and obtain written verification of those competencies in the clinical area within the new employee introductory orientation period; maintain clinical competency during employment.
Hold Basic Cardiac Life Support certification upon hire or obtain it within the new employee introductory orientation period, and maintain clinical competency during employment.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of a certified nursing assistant program is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with basic human needs and activities of daily living under the direction of an RN or LPN.
Perform additional competencies that enhance coordination and collaboration of patient care under the direction of an RN or LPN.
Communicate accurately and clearly with patients, families, and other employees.
Assist with other duties as needed to maintain a safe and clean environment.
Maintain an accurate medical record.